Boating Flashcards
How should a vessel’s registration be displayed?
*****Both sides
- Number must be painted, applied as decal, or otherwise affixed to both sides
- Number must read from left to right on both sides of the bow
- Number must be in at least three-inch-high BLOCK letters (not slanted)
- Numbers color must sharply contrast to background
- Letters must be separated from the numbers by a space or a hyphen
- No other numbers may be displayed on either side of the bow
- Decals must be affixed on each side of the vessel. They should be placed within six inches before or after, and in line with, the registration number.
What’s the most important thing when selecting a pfd?
They must fit properly - be the proper size (chest and weight) for the intended wearer and in good and serviceable condition
What’s on a capacity plate?
The maximum weight, horspower and people the boat can hold
How would you determine where hazards are?
Hazard buoys - nautical charts
How old must you be to operate a motorboat?
At least 12, but 12-13 must have supervision of someone 21 or older. 14 and up don’t need it.
Which PFD will turn most unconscious persons face up?
A type 1 PFD - aka offshore life jacket
Who is responsible for basic safety of the vessel?
The vessel operator (you)
Where should a fire extinguisher be stored?
in an easily and readily accessible area
What should you do with a torn life jacket?
Discard and replace it
How does alcohol affect a boater?
The affect of alcohol is increased when boaating. It causes dehydration, depresses the central nervous system, affects judgment, slows physical reaction time, makes it difficult to multitask, and reduces ability to distinguish colors.
**Impairs and slowsreaction time, judgement, balance, vision
What special equipment do you need if operating in federal waters?
Visual distress signals
What sound producing device should be on board?
Horns and whistles
What are the signs that dangerous weather is near?
Accumulating dark clouds, shifting winds, graying skies, and distant sounds of thunder. A falling barometer, wind direction shifts, lightning, rough water, fog, etc.
****Changing wind and darkening clouds
What is part of regular engine checks?
Oil change
How should you approach a dock?
Reduce your speed going with the current/wind
What should you do before fueling up the boat?
turn the motor/engine off and anything that might cause a spark
Where do you get your boat ready before launching?
well away from the launch area - at home
How can propeller strikes be avoided?
turn off the boat (propellor) and don’t swim at the back of the boat
What are some careless operations?
Not wearing a life jacket
What is the best way to avoid drowning?
Wearing a life jacket
What should you do about zebra mussels?
Remove them - they can damage the boat
What should the vessel operator tell everyone on board?
basic laws and safety precautions
Explain the ignition safety switch
A band/cord attatched to the drivers hip or wrist that kills the engine if they fall off.
**prohibits the engine from starting unless the transmission is in the proper position. For manual transmissions it’s actually a switch operated by the clutch.
How far must you stay away from a diver-down flag?
100-200 feet
How does alcohol affect a consumer while on the water?
Same as it affects a boater. The affects are so much increased on the water that it only takes a third of the amount of alcohol to make them drunk on land to make them equally as drunk on the water.
If a boat operator is suspected of drunk driving they must what?
(For the police)
breathalizer
Who is responsible for safe operation a vessel?
boat operator
What is considered a safe speed?
speeds that the operater can see and stop within a clear distance
What is the purpose of the AIDS to Navigation? Colors? Numbers?
Mark edges of safe waterways
In a no wake zone, what is the maximum speed of vessels?
5 mph or less
When does a sailboat not have the right of way?
Unless they are overtaken
What should a vessel operator do to ensure what people do in an emergency?
Conducting an emergency drill for boats
What equipment must you have to pull a skier?
Rearview mirrors
What is a non-lateral marker?
Buoys
Why is carbon monoxide dangerous?
It is an invisible, odoless, tasteless gas that can make you sick in seconds. In high enough concentrations, even a few breaths can be fatal. It can kill you.
How far away from a US Naval vessel must you slow to a wake speed?
500 yards
What should you do before letting others operate your vessel?
Check if they have a boating license
How do you reduce the risk of falling overboard?
don’t stand of edges - center of the boat
What steps should you follow in bringing a swimmer into your boat?
Turn the boat off
What should you do if you see a boating accident?
Call for help and help
When should you report a boating accident?
Death, dissappearence, if the cost of the accident is over $500 in damage
What is hypothermia? When can it occur?
Hypothermia is a medical emergency that occurs when your body loses heat faster than it produces it, cooling the organs in the core of our body. When your body temp is lower than the water’s.
What should you do if your motor catches fire?
Turn the engine off
What should you do if you run aground?
-Turn the engine off and call for help
Make sure no one is injured and check for leaks
- if no leaks, follow these steps:
1. Don’t put the boat in reverse. Instead, stop the engine and life the outdrive.
2. Shift the weight to the area farthest away from the point of impact
3. Try to shove off from the rock, bottom, or reef with a paddle or boathook
4. Check to make sure your boat is not taking on water
What action may cause the loss of steering in a PWC?
Letting go of the throttle all at once - need to ease it back down
How old must you be to operate a vessel by yourself?
14 or older
What times are legal to pull someone behind your boat?
From sunrise to sunset
What should a vessel operator be on the lookout for?
Hazards, buoys, other boats, etc.
What is the legal operation of a PWC?
operation with a boat license
What are the hours for PWC use?
Sunrise to sunset
Why should a vessel operator keep a sharp lookout?
avoid collision
How can paddlers prevent capsizing their boats?
stay in the center of boat with a low center of gravity and don’t stand up
What should anglers and hunters do when on the water?
Life jacket
At what age are children required to constantly wear a PFD?
8 and younger
What determines if a speed is safe for you boat?
visibility - need to be able to see everything
What should vessel operators do when approaching another vessel head on?
steer right
When must navigation lights be displayed?
at night time - sunset to sunrise
Where should you anchor your boat from?
The front - the bow
What should you do in the fog?
reduce your speed
What should you do if you fall in the cold water?
get out and then change your clothes immediately
Starboard
Right hand side of the vessel
Port
Left hand side of the vessel
Stern
Back of the vessel
Bow
Front of the vessel
