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Part 4 — When Boats Meet

Section A — Right Of Way

A boat has right of way over another boat when the other boat is required to keep clear of her. However, some rules in Sections B, C and D limit the actions of a right-of-way boat.

40

Personal Flotation Devices

40.1: Basic Rule

When rule 40.1 is made applicable by rule 40.2, each competitor shall wear a personal flotation device except briefly while changing or adjusting clothing or personal equipment. Wet suits and dry suits are not personal flotation devices.

40.2: When Rule 40.1 Applies

Rule 40.1 applies if (a) flag Y was displayed afloat with one sound before or with the warning signal, while racing in that race; (b) flag Y was displayed ashore with one sound, at all times while afloat that day; or (c) a rule in the class rules, notice of race or sailing instructions states that it applies.

Definitions in Context

Rule

The complete written rules contained in this document, which includes all racing rules including those established by the International Sailing Federation and other governing authorities.

Race

A race is a sailing competition that is held under these rules and is conducted by a host organization according to the sailing instructions.

Racing

Racing is the period from the preparatory signal until a boat finishes or retires, or the race committee signals the start or abandonment of the race.

Rule 37

When the race committee displays flag V with one sound, all boats and official and support vessels shall, if possible, monitor the race committee communication...

Rule 41

A boat shall not receive help from any outside source, except (a) help for a crew member who is ill, injured or in danger; (b) after a collision, help from the...

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