Navigation Rules and Regulations Handbook: Updated to LNM and NTM 7-18

by U.S. Coast Guard, Department of Homeland Security

This version of the Navigation Rules and Regulations Handbook includes the most recent updates as of January 2020 (includes LNM & NTM 7-18). The International Rules in this book were formalized in the Convention on the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea, 1972, and became effective on July 15, 1977. The Rules (commonly called 72 COLREGS) are part of the Convention, and vessels flying the flags of states ratifying the treaty are bound to the Rules. The United States has ratified this treaty and all United States flag vessels must adhere to these Rules where applicable. President Gerald R. Ford proclaimed 72 COLREGS and the Congress adopted them as the International Navigational Rules Act of 1977.

203 pages, Paperback

Published December 3, 2019

Reviews

[Jurgen · Rating 1 out of 5]

Necessary Evil

Unfortunately this book is a requirement for all vessels by federal regulations. It is extremely difficult to read in order to familiarize oneself with nautical collision regulations and therefore is only usable as a reference book. No wonder people prefer Chapman’s colregs.

[Andre` · Rating 5 out of 5]

After looking through the ship's library I worked on through the summer and I came across this navigational book. It completely opened up my understanding of navigation on the water and sparked more interest in working on ships. Studying this handbook is a requirement by the U.S. Coast Guard for those stationed in navigational positions.

[Cody · Rating 2 out of 5]

Had to read this for work...necessary evil it is. Very useful for those aquatic folk.