boating license test Flashcards
What is the port side of the vessel?
The left side
The stern of a vessel is the ____ of the vessel.
rear
Basic types of vessel hulls can be described as _______.
displacement and planing
Name three basic hull shapes.
round bottom
flat bottom
vee bottom
What are the four length classes of vessels?
less than 16 feet
16 to less than 26 feet
26 to less than 40 feet
40 to less than 65 feet
List the four basic types of engines.
outboard
inboard
stern drive
jet drive
Stern drive and inboard engines are ________ .
automotive engines adapted for marine use
The U.S. coast guard considers personal watercraft to be ____________.
inboard vessels
Personal watercraft are not subject to the laws and requirements of other vessels. (True or False.)
False
An ________ is a device used to pump and force water under pressure through a steering nozzle at the rear of the vessel.
impeller
What information is displayed on the capacity plate of an outboard powerboat?
capacity in pounds or number of people
recommended maximum horsepower
List three things that should be included on your float plan before you embark on an extended outing.
-vessel’s description: give number, size, make, etc.
-number, names, and address of passengers
-trip plan
Name three things that you should do while filling the fuel tank of your vessel.
-keep the nozzle in contact with the tank opening
-fill tank slowly and avoid spilling
-never fill to the brim
A rule of thumb to prevent running out of fuel on a PWC is _____ out, _____ in, and _____ in reserve.
1/3 out, 1/3 in, and 1/3 in reserve
If the combined weight of the vessel and its engine is more than _____ of the recommended load capacity, you should get the next larger trailer.
90%
“Tongue weight” is the amount of the loaded trailer’s weight that _______
presses down on the towing hitch
Two strong safety chains should be ______ to support the trailer’s coupler in case it becomes disconnected from the towing vehicle.
crisscrossed
Where should you prepare your vessel before launching it from the trailer?
well away from the boat ramp
Name engine maintenance tips.
keep well tuned
check oil levels
change oil
check batteries
grease and lubricate
check for anything loose
If the wind or current direction is toward the dock, you should cast off the _______ first when leaving the dock.
stern line
The ________ is required to take early and substantial action to avoid a collision by stopping, slowing down, or changing course.
give-way vessel
The stand on vessel must _______________________ unless _______________________.
maintain its course and speed unless it becomes apparent the give-way vessel is not taking appropriate action.
If you are driving a powerboat or PWC and meet another powerboat or PWC head on, you should keep to the _____
right
If you are overtaking another vessel, you are the stand-on vessel. (True or False.)
False
If you see a red and a white light ahead when boating at night, you should maintain course and speed. (true or false.)
False
If you see only a green light while boating at night, you may be approaching a ________ and you must ________.
sailing vessel and you must give way
_________ are the “traffic signals” that guide boaters safely along their course.
buoys and markers
The phrase “R____, R_____, R________” reminds vessels of the correct course in the lateral system of U.S. Aids to Navigation.
red right returning
This buoy marks the edge of the channel on the boaters ____ side when entering from the open sea or heading upstream. (Green Buoy, odd numbers)
left
This regulatory marker indicates areas that are _____ to vessels. ( white with red stripes and diamond symbol with a cross in the middle)
off limits
A good rule of thumb is that the anchor line should be at least _______ times the depth of the water.
7-10
You should never anchor from the _______ of the vessel as that can make the vessel unstable.
stern
To maintain steering control of a PWC, you must never allow the engine to _______________ or _____________.
return to idle or shut off
The most common complaints boaters have against PWC operators are ____________ and _____________.
wake jumping and riding too close
As a courtesy to other boaters and people on shore, PWC operators should _______ their operating area.
vary
Name a safety device that shuts the engine off if the operator is thrown from the proper operating position.
emergency ignition safety switch
To avoid propeller strike accidents, make sure ____________________ when passengers are boarding or disembarking a boat.
the engine is shut off
The _________ is a number assigned and imprinted by the vessel manufacturer and is unique to your vessel.
hull identification number
Allowing passengers to ride on the __________ or ___________ while underway is reckless operation.
bow or gunwale
If your blood alcohol concentration is above the legal limit, it is illegal to ______ a vessel.
operate
In order for a PFD to be legal, it must be:
U.S. coast guard-approved, in good condition, and readily accessible.
Name the 5 types of PFDS:
Offshore life jacket, Near-shore vest, flotation aid, Throwable device, and special use device.
These Type _____ PFDS are ______ devices, and most states require at least one of these to be on board vessels 16 feet in length or longer. (Ring, Raft)
IV PFDS are throw-able devices.
PWC operators, no matter what age, must wear an approved _______ whenever underway.
PFD
Fire extinguishers should be placed in an area that is ______ and not near the _________.
accessible and not near the engine
It is recommended that you wait at least _______ minutes after turning on your vessel’s blower (if so equipped) and before starting your engine.
four
For an 18-foot powerboat, required navigation lights include a red light on the __________, a green light on the ___________, and ______________.
red light on the port (left)
green light on the starboard (right)
and a white light.
A 16-foot canoe way from dock after dark must have on hand at least a _________ or ____________.
flashlight or lantern.
Name visual distress signals (VDs) for use at night.
red flares, red meteors, and an electric light
Describe the appearance of a divers flag.
red flag with white diagonal stripe
if an observer is on board when pulling a skier behind a vessel, the vessel should be rated to carry at least ______ people.
three
Water skiers may be towed at night with proper lighting. (True or False.)
false
It is illegal to discharge ________, ________, or _________ into federally controlled or state waters.
waste, oil, or trash
You must report any accident you are involved in if it results in _________, _________, or ____________________.
death, serious injury, or significant property damage.
In a typical boating fatality, life jackets are _______ but are not ______.
on the boat but are not being worn
Name three boating stressors that make you tire more rapidly when on the water.
glare and heat of the sun,
motion,
noise and vibration of the engine
To prevent dehydration while on the water, you should drink some water at least.
every 15-20 minutes
One- _____ of the amount of alcohol that makes a person legally intoxicated on land can be enough to make someone equally intoxicated when on the water.
third
______ is a major contributor to boating accidents and fatalities.
alcohol
An easy way to remember priorities for rescuing someone who has fallen into the water is __________, ___________, __________, and ___________!
Reach, Throw, Row, and Go!
If you capsize, immediately swim to shore to ensure your safety. (True or False.)
False
What are four things you should do if a fire erupts on your boat while underway?
-stop the vessel and put on a PFD
-Keep fire downwind
- shut off fuel supply
-aim extinguisher at base of flames
The condition called _________ occurs when the body loses heat faster than it can produce it.
hypothermia
The primary danger that occurs immediately upon being immersed in cold water is ________________________.
involuntary gasping, which results in water inhalation and drowning.
The position you should assume if trapped in cold water, “HELP,” stands for:
Heat Escape Lessening Position
Name four symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning.
Irritated eyes
Headache
Nausea
Dizziness
Weakness
Bleeding usually can be controlled by applying _________ to the wound.
direct pressure
As the operator of a vessel, you are responsible for ensuring that your passengers understand _________ and _______.
basic safety practices and laws
Before allowing anyone to operate your PWC, you should remind them that power is _____________________.
required for steering control
To protect the environment, you should practice the three “Rs”—- R____________, R____________, and R_______________.
reduce, reuse, and recycle
If you capsize in a canoe, kayak, or Raft, you should stay on the __________ side of the craft.
upstream
What are three river hazards that paddlers should avoid?
low head dams
rapids
strainers
When picking up a skier, always keep them in view and on the ___________ side of the boat.
operator’s
Identify the following water skiing commands:
1: skier holding up the board
2: okay symbol
3: thumbs down
4: hand pointed to the left
Skier down
Speed Ok
Slow down
Turn right
In addition to a displayed diver-down flag, what indicates that a diver may be below the water’s surface?
bubbles
When passing under power lines and bridges, sailboat operators need to be aware of the ____________.
masthead clearance
Hunters who use vessels to get to their hunting spot should always wear their ______________.
life jackets (PFDS)
this regulatory marker indicates ________ (white with red stripes and diamond shape.)
danger
