1	NAVIGATION RULES -INLAND- SOUND SIGNALS Inland Navigation Rules Act of 1980 Rules 32 through 37
2	Disclaimer The Rules presented in this program are an overview of summarized versions of the Inland Navigation Rules. This program should not be considered a substitute for a complete version of the entire Inland Navigation Rules. The summarized rules in this program could be interpreted differently than the complete rules of the Inland Navigation Rules.
3	Sound Signal Devices (Rule 33) Vessels 12 meters (39.4 feet) or more shall carry a power whistle or power horn and a bell.
4	Sound Signal Devices (Rule 33) Vessels less than 12 meters (39.4 feet) shall carry a “means of making an efficient sound signal.”
5	Definitions (Rule 32) Short Blast - a blast of about 1 second TOOT Prolonged Blast - a blast of 4-6 seconds TOOOOOOOOT
6	How to Remember Sound Signals Leave the other boat on your port side = 1 short blast Leave the other boat on your starboard side = 2 short blasts
7	Maneuvering and Warning Signals (Rule 34) A power-driven vessel in sight of another and when maneuvering as required by these rules, shall indicate the maneuver by sound signals. Another vessel which hears the signal shall sound the same signal, if in agreement.
8	Maneuvering and Warning Signals (Rule 34) Crossing
9	Maneuvering and Warning Signals (Rule 34) Meeting (preferred)
10	Maneuvering and Warning Signals (Rule 34) Meeting (if in agreement)
11	Maneuvering and Warning Signals (Rule 34) Overtaking
12	Maneuvering and Warning Signals (Rule 34) Operating astern propulsion - 3 short blasts
13	Maneuvering and Warning Signals (Rule 34) Danger signal- at least 5 short and rapid blasts if: not in agreement with proposed maneuver fail to understand intentions of other vessel in doubt if sufficient action is being taken
14	Maneuvering and Warning Signals (Rule 34) Nearing a bend or area where other vessels may be obscured by an obstruction - 1 prolonged blast
15	Maneuvering and Warning Signals (Rule 34) Leaving a dock or berth - 1 prolonged blast
16	Signals in Restricted Visibility (Rule 35) Power-driven vessel making way - 1 prolonged blast Power-driven vessel underway but stopped and not making way (drifting) - 2 prolonged blasts
17	Signals in Restricted Visibility (Rule 35) Any of the following vessels - 1 prolonged & 2 short blasts: not under command restricted in ability to maneuver engaged in fishing towing or pushing another sailing vessel
18	Signals in Restricted Visibility (Rule 35) A vessel towing or pushing - 1 prolonged & 2 short A vessel being towed - 1 prolonged & 3 short
19	Signals in Restricted Visibility (Rule 35) A vessel at anchor: ring a bell for 5 seconds at least every 1 minute RING RING RING RING RING at least every minute may also sound 1 short, 1 prolonged, 1 short blasts TOOT TOOOOOOOOOT TOOT Does not apply to vessels less than 12 meters anchored in a designated anchorage
20	Signals in Restricted Visibility (Rule 35) A vessel less than 12 meters is not obliged to give these restricted visibility signals but shall make some other efficient sound signal at least every 2 minutes.
21	Signals to Attract Attention (Rule 36) If necessary to attract attention of another vessel, sound or light signals may be made that cannot be mistaken for signals authorized by these rules.
22	Distress Signals (Rule 37) When a vessel is in distress and requires assistance she shall use or exhibit the signals in Annex IV of the rules.
23	How to Remember Sound Signals “I intend to leave you to my starboard side” 2 syllables = 2 short blasts “I intend to leave you to my port side” 1 syllable = 1 short blast
24	How to Remember Sound Signals “I intend to leave you to my port side” 1 syllable = 1 short blast
25	How to Remember Sound Signals “I intend to leave you to my starboard side” 2 syllables = 2 short blasts “I intend to leave you to my port side” 1 syllable = 1 short blast