International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea (COLREGs) Complete Course

General
• Purpose and scope of the COLREGs
• Responsibilities of masters, owners, and crew
• Definitions of terms used in the COLREGs

Steering and Sailing Rules
• Conduct of vessels in any condition of visibility
• Proper lookout
• Safe speed
• Risk of collision
• Action to avoid collision
• Narrow channels and traffic separation schemes
• Vessels in traffic separation schemes
• Conduct of vessels in sight of one another
• Sailing vessels
• Power-driven vessels
• Vessels in a narrow channel or fairway
• Overtaking vessels
• Head-on situations
• Crossing situations
• Conduct of vessels in restricted visibility
• Precautions and actions in fog

Lights and Shapes
• Positioning and technical details of lights and shapes
• Lights and shapes for various vessel types and situations

Sound and Light Signals
• Whistle signals
• Light signals
• Distress signals

Exemptions
• Vessels in special circumstances
Verification of compliance
• Procedures for ensuring compliance with the COLREGs

1ST BATCH: Tuesday, February 10, 2026 — Friday, February 13, 2026.

2ND BATCH: Tuesday, June 9, 2026 — Friday, June 12, 2026.

3RD BATCH: Tuesday, October 6, 2026 — Friday, October 9, 2026.

The training methodology integrates lectures, interactive discussions, collaborative group exercises, and
illustrative examples. Participants will acquire a blend of theoretical insights and hands-on practical
experience, emphasizing the application of learned techniques. This approach ensures that attendees return
to their professional environments equipped with both the competence and self-assurance to effectively
implement the acquired skills in their responsibilities.