The vessel is sighted dead ahead, distance off determined by radar is 2 miles. Risk of collision or a close quarter situation is developing. Which two actions from the following options may the OOW take? Alter course to starboard, sounding one short blast on the whistle Alter course to port,sounding two short blasts on the whistle Maintain course and speed Alter course to port,and sound five short blasts on the whistle

The correct actions the OOW may take in this situation are:<br /><br />1. Alter course to starboard, sounding one short blast on the whistle.<br />2. Alter course to port, sounding two short blasts on the whistle.<br /><br />These actions are in accordance with the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea (COLREGs), which require vessels to take action to avoid collisions by altering their course and signaling their intentions through sound signals.