possible. NOTE: The master of the vessel which has right of way must maintain a lookout, maintain course and speed and be prepared to take action to avoid a collision if necessary. Vessels overtaking Any vessel (including a sailing boat) which is overtaking another vessel must keep well clear of the vessel being overtaken. You can overtake another vessel on either side but only when it is safe and you must stay well clear. In narrow channels you must be particularly careful when overtaking. In all instances, make sure you do not cut in front of the vessel you have overtaken. Distance off When driving a vessel at a speed of 10 knots or more or towing a person you must keep the vessel and the person being towed a minimum distance of: 30 metres from power-driven vessels, any moored vessel, land and structures (including jetties, bridges, moorings and navigation markers) or, if that is not possible, a safe distance. 60 metres from persons or non-powered vessels (sailing and passive) that are underway or if that is not possible, a safe distance. 100 metres from a dredge or work barge, if you are travelling faster than 4 knots. A safe distance from any vessel towing a person. Safe distance A safe distance between a vessel and a person or thing (including another vessel) is a distance that will ensure that the vessel will not cause danger or injury to the person or damage to the thing, having regard to all