Rule 5 - Look-out
Overview
Rule 5 of the COLREGs refers to maintaining a proper lookout by sight and hearing, using all available means.
As this rule falls within Section B, it applies to all vessels in any condition of visibility.
Rule 5 - Look-out
Every vessel shall at all times maintain a proper look-out by sight and hearing as well as by all available means appropriate in the prevailing circumstances and conditions so as to make a full appraisal of the situation and of the risk of collision.
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