Texas Party Boat Operator License Practice Test

In a crossing situation, when you are the stand-on vessel, your responsibility is to maintain your course and speed unless it is clear that the give-way vessel is not taking appropriate action to avoid a collision. The alternating red and yellow light indicates that the other vessel is a special vessel, which often means it may be engaged in activities that necessitate special considerations, such as a vessel towing or one that is constrained by its draft.

By choosing to stand on, you are following the maritime rules which prioritize maintaining your course as the stand-on vessel. This decision is based on the expectation that the give-way vessel acknowledges its responsibility to yield and take action to avoid a collision. It is essential to maintain awareness of the actions taken by the other vessel and be prepared to take evasive action if necessary, but as the stand-on vessel, your primary obligation is to continue your path unless the situation changes.