186GDefinitions

#### 186G Definitions (1) In this Division: > length overall, in relation to a ship, has the meaning given by subsection (2) or (3). > navigates without a licensed pilot has the meaning given by subsections (4) and (5). > regulated ship means any kind of ship: (a) that is 70 metres or longer in length overall; or (b) that is a loaded: (i) oil tanker; or (ii) chemical carrier; or (iii) liquefied gas carrier. (2) Subject to subsection (3), the length overall of a ship is 110% of the length as shown on the ship’s load‑line certification. (3) If the length overall of a ship cannot be worked out under subsection (2), the length is taken to be the distance between: (a) a vertical line passing through a point that is the foremost part of the stem; and (b) a vertical line passing through a point that is the aftermost part of the stern. (4) Subject to subsection (5), a ship navigates without a licensed pilot if the ship does not have a licensed pilot on board to assist the master in navigating it. (5) If: (a) apart from this subsection, a ship navigates without a licensed pilot; and (b) the ship is being towed by another vessel that is navigating with a licensed pilot; the ship under tow is to be treated as if it were navigating with a licensed pilot.