Strait Of Dover — TSS
IMO-adopted Traffic Separation Scheme — lane details, separation zones and COLREG Rule 10 requirements.
Status
IMO Adopted
COLREG Rule
Rule 10
VTS Coverage
Yes
Mandatory
All vessels
COLREG Rule 10 — TSS Requirements
A vessel shall proceed in the appropriate traffic lane in the general direction of traffic flow for that lane.
A vessel shall, so far as practicable, keep clear of a traffic separation line or separation zone.
A vessel joining or leaving a traffic lane shall do so at as small an angle to the general direction of traffic flow as practicable.
A vessel shall not cross a separation zone or line except when joining or leaving an adjacent traffic lane, or taking action to avoid immediate danger.
A vessel not using a traffic separation scheme shall avoid it by as wide a margin as is practicable.
TSS Layout
Traffic lanes, separation zones and inshore traffic zones are shown on the relevant Admiralty chart. The TSS is also shown on AVCS ENCs (Electronic Navigational Charts) for ECDIS-equipped vessels. Consult latest chart edition and Notices to Mariners for any amendments.
VTS Contact
VHF Working Channel
As directed by local VTS — monitor CH 16
Reporting Requirement
Position reports at designated waypoints as per local regulations