| Rule 1 | Application |
| Rule 2 | Responsibility |
| Rule 3 | General Definitions |
| Rule 4 | Application |
| Rule 5 | Look-out |
| Rule 6 | Safe speed |
| Rule 7 | Risk of collision |
| Rule 8 | Action to avoid collision |
| Rule 9 | Narrow channels |
| Rule 10 | Traffic Separation Schemes |
| Rule 11 | Application |
| Rule 12 | Sailing vessels |
| Rule 13 | Overtaking |
| Rule 14 | Head-on situations |
| Rule 15 | Crossing situations |
| Rule 16 | Action by give-way vessel |
| Rule 17 | Action by stand-on vessel |
| Rule 18 | Responsibilities between vessels |
| Rule 19 | Conduct of vessel in restricted visibility |