Defences (Firing Areas)
[1984 Ed.
Firing Area B.
7.
When Firing Area B is in use, the seaward approach to this area shall be patrolled by not less than 2 range safety launches.
8.
In respect of torpedo firing the signals referred to in paragraph 1 above are--
(a) a large red flag flown from the firing ship; and
(b) a large red flag flown from each safety craft patrolling the firing area.
9. In respect of the firing of explosive minesweeps the signals referred to in paragraph 1 above are---
(a) a black ball at the foremast head and a black ball at the yardarm on the side or sides on which it is dangerous for vessels to pass; and
(b) a black flag at the yardarm.
(Replaced, G.N.A. 42/56. Amended, G.N.A. 13/57; 29 of 1958, s. 2; G.N.A. 69/58; G.N.A. 75/59; G.N.A. 11/60; L.N. 80/66, L.N. 106/75; L.N. 15/80 and L.N. 17/82)