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STARBOARD LOOKOUT: Stationed on the
starboard bridge wing. Sector extends from the
forward lookout's boundary to the starboard beam
(030° - 090°).
AFT LOOKOUT: Stationed as far aft and as close
to the waterline as possible. Sector extends from the
starboard beam clockwise to the port beam
(090 ° - 270°).
PORT LOOKOUT: Stationed on the port bridge
wing. Sector extends from the port bow to the forward
lookout's boundary (270° - 330°).
During restricted-visibility conditions, conduct a
moderately fast search without binoculars, but have
them within reach in case the fog suddenly lifts.
SOUND SIGNALS
During restricted visibility, all ships continually
sound fog signals in accordance with Navigation Rules,
International - Inland. (See figure 18.) Most contacts
will have to be reported by hearing prior to the actual
sighting. Sounds that might be heard and must be
reported are bell and whistle buoys, small craft motors,
fog signals, wash of water on another ship's hull, and
any other unusual sounds. You must constantly be alert
and concentrate on the job at hand to hear these
sounds.
REPORTS
Report sound signals using the following format.
1. WHAT IS HEARD: One prolonged blast, a
rapid ringing bell, two short whistles, and so forth.
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