Document ID: chunk:federal_register_of_legislation:F2022L00468:reg:53
Version: federal_register_of_legislation:F2022L00468
Segment Type: reg
Provision Reference: reg 53
Character Range: 59926–60695

53  Keeping out of the way and keeping course
 (1) If a boat is required to keep out of the way of another boat, then:
 (a) as far as is practicable, the boat must not cross ahead of the other boat; and
 (b) if the boat is a power boat, it must slow down, stop or reverse if necessary to avoid colliding with the other boat.
 (2) If a boat is required to keep its course, then the boat must keep its course and speed unless this could cause the boat to collide with another boat.
Note 1: An inspector may issue a direction to a person to follow the rules in this Division. Failing to comply with a direction is an offence (see section 89).
Note 2: A breach of a section in this Division may be dangerous to the public and could constitute an offence under section 51.