If it is determined that no risk of collision exists, what action is a vessel not required to take?

When it has been determined that there is no risk of collision, a vessel is not required to reduce speed significantly. The Regulations emphasize that vessels should take necessary precautions and measure actions based on the situation at hand. If the assessment indicates that a collision is not imminent, the vessel can maintain its course and speed without the obligation to reduce speed significantly.

Maintaining a steady course ensures predictability in navigation, while changing heading or signaling to other vessels might be required based on other variables, such as traffic density or navigational hazards. In situations where there is no collision risk, these actions may not be necessary. Thus, the vessel is within its rights and operational freedom to continue as is, without the need for drastic changes in speed or course.