Applies to all vessels on the high seas and connected waters navigable by seagoing vessels. Governments may set special rules for warships, convoys, and fishing fleets.
Rule 1- Application
Masters, owners, and crews must comply with the rules and take necessary precautions; no one is exempt from responsibility.
Rule 2 – Responsibility
Definitions: Defines key terms such as vessel types, underway, restricted visibility, and situations like crossing or overtaking.
Rule 3 – Definitions