103 Flashcards
the lowest part of the interior of the boat
bilge
a fitting in the hull designed to take in or discharge water
through hull
the purpose of a safety harness, tether, and jackline
to keep a person attached to the boat
VHF international distress, safety, and calling channel
16
transmission for assistance while not in imminent danger
pan pan
equipment required for 26-40ft sailboats at night
PFD for everyone on board, throwable flotation device, fire extinguisher, sound making device, navigation lights, visual distress signals
when going forward on the side deck while sailing, it’s safer to go on the
windward side
to refill the fuel tank
all of the above
before starting an engine, ensure fuel supply is shut off
false
important tool for weekend cruise
all of the above
one nautical mile is equal to
one minute of latitude
type of cloud most likely to cause most serious problem for sailors
cumulonimbus (high vertical columns of clouds, especially with avil shaped top)
On a weather map, winds are strongest when the isobars (lines of equal pressure) are widely spaced:
false
In the US, the National Weather Service issues Small Craft Advisories when forecast wind or sea conditions might prove hazardous:
true
The marine weather channels on VHF radio provide important weather information in US waters:
true
Rapidly falling barometric pressure is a sign of:
approaching storm
Which sail combination is most suited for heavy (20-33 kt) winds?
Reefed mainsail and small headsail
Which sail combination is most suited for very light (5-8 kt) winds?
full mainsail and genoa
Indicate which statement is true when reefing a mainsail underway:
A.) Reefing should be done early, at first sign of adverse weather/wind
B.) Bring the new tack level with the gooseneck, and then tension the luff before tensioning the clew reefing line
C.) Mainsail should be luffing when being reefed
D.) All the above
all of the above
Which method can be used to depower the sails to reduce excessive heeling?
Ease the mainsail using mainsheet or traveler
Heaving-To provides a method for the crew to rest, fix meals or make repairs without dropping sails:
true
Which is NOT TRUE regarding heavy weather sailing:
A.) Put on a safety harness
B.) Change to a larger foresail
C.) Plot your position on the chart
D.) Put on life jackets and foul weather gear
change to a larger foresail
Three short whistle blasts means “I am operating ___________ propulsion”:
astern
A skipper’s responsibility includes:
A.) Ensuring the crew’s knowledge of operating procedures and location of safety equipment
B.) Safety of the crew and boat
C.) Ensuring safe use of equipment (head, stove, etc.)
D.) All the above
all of the above
Usually, the safest location for stepping off a boat when docking alongside is:
at the shrouds
A vessel under sail at night should display A, B, C & D
false
A vessel anchored at night should display C:
false
A vessel motor-sailing at night should display A, B, C & D
true
Navigation lights must be displayed between sunset and sunrise, and during periods of reduced visibility:
true
Indicate the two flag signals used in North America which signify persons are engaged in diving operations in the immediate area:
b and d
The Navigation Rules state that every vessel shall maintain a lookout:
at all times
65
vessel b
66
both vessels
67
vessel a
68
vessel 8
When it is obvious that a collision is imminent
executive evasive action
If you discover oily wastes in the bilge you should
Use approved absorbent pads to collect the wastes
Garbage such as food scraps and packaging may be dumped less than 3 miles off shore:
never
Which statement below best describes the characteristics of a good anchorage?
A.) Shelter, good depth, bottom with good holding, swing room
B.) Shelter from waves, rocky bottom, good depth, sandy beaches
C.) Shelter from winds, rocky bottom, very shallow
D.) Shelter from other boats, wind blowing towards shore, good depth
Shelter, good depth, bottom with good holding, swing room
Chain is often used as part of the anchor rode and can help keep the anchor on the bottom:
true
The proper scope for overnight anchoring is generally
7:1
When anchoring in 16 feet of water with 4 feet of freeboard (assume no tide) on a sandy bottom with a properly sized anchor, which rode length would be minimum for overnight anchoring?
140 feet
If you miss while attempting to pick up the mooring ball, you should:
Sail or motor around and try again
What effect will propwalk have on a sailboat (with inboard engine and right-hand prop) when reverse gear is engaged?
Stern will move to port
Spring lines control ______ motion of a boat docked in a slip:
forward and aft
Which is the proper sound signal for a sailboat under sail in reduced visibility?
One prolonged blast followed by two short blasts
During reduced visibility you should:
all of the above
If you are dragging anchor and have additional room, you should first:
increase your scope
When preparing to tow another boat, attach the towing line to your boat with:
A bowline tied onto a towing bridle at your stern
Which technique is NOT an effective method to free a sailboat that has run aground?
center the weight evenly
What is the first action to be taken if the backstay fails?
Head upwind to remove strain from rigging
What type of fire is a B-II extinguisher rated to extinguish?
Petroleum-based (Fuel, Oil)
What is a correct response to an onboard fire?
A.) Move all crew upwind of the fire and ensure they are wearing life jackets
B.) Fight the fire from a position where you can escape - have a exit route
C.) Use the fire extinguisher (s) Pull the pin: Aim at the base of the fire: Squeeze the lever: Sweep side to side (PASS)
D.) All the above
all of the above
After alerting the crew, what is the next response upon finding the cabin filling with water?
Activate bilge pumps
What is the first response to make if you foul a line in the prop while motoring?
shift to neutral
When using a smoke flare, you should:
Hold it low, downwind, and away from the boat
When retrieving a Man Over Board while under power:
A.) Keep the propeller away from the MOB at all costs
B.) Wind is still a factor, and your best approach is to windward
C.) When the MOB is attached to the boat, shut down the engines to eliminate propellor hazard
D.) All the above
all of the above
Which method is NOT recommended for getting an MOB back on board:
Climbing up on the propeller
To prevent unexpected engine failure it is important to:
Perform a daily engine check
If your engine sounds a “High Temperature” alarm, you should first:
Check to see if water is flowing out the exhaust to determine which part of the cooling system has failed
Recognizing the symptoms is the first step in diagnosing hypothermia. Moderate hypothermia symptoms may include:
A.) Exhaustion
B.) Incoherence
C.) Loss of muscle control
D.) Al the above
all of the above
After determining the patient may have moderate hypothermia, treatment options include:
Get the patient out of the elements and apply external warmth
With a PFD you can delay hypothermia when floating in the water by:
Adopting the H.E.L.P position
sheet bend
Used to connect 2 lines of unequal diameter
rolling hitch
Used to reduce load on a line or anchor chain
clove hitch
temporarily secure a fender to a lifeline
round turn and 2 half hitches
Used to secure a boat to a piling or ring
