CFR's (Sub Chapter T)

Question 1

Which federal act, passed in 1946, governs the way in which administrative agencies of the United States federal government may propose and establish regulations

Answer 1

The federal Administrative Procedure Act (APA) of 1946

Answer 2

both independent agencies and executive department agencies, and their subdivisions.

Question 3

Administrative agencies are

Answer 3

unique governmental bodies, exercising powers characteristic of all three branches of the United States federal government: judicial, legislative and executive.

Question 4

the creation and function of federal agencies can cause

Answer 4

separation of powers issues under the United States Constitution. The APA creates a framework to help with this

Question 5

The App requires that

Answer 5

agencies keep the public informed of their organization, procedures and rules and that the public be allow to participate in the rule making process

Question 6

Rules and regulations issued by federal administrative agencies are published chronologically (by date of issuance)

Answer 6

in the Federal Register.
Rules and regulations are then organized by topic (subject matter) in a separate publication called the Code of Federal Regulations.

Question 7

Each daily issue of the Federal Register is organized into four categories:

Answer 7

Presidential Documents (executive orders and proclamations)
Rules and Regulations (policy statements and interpretations of rules by federal agencies)
Proposed Rules (petitions by agencies for assistance in rulemaking and other proposals)
Notices (scheduled hearings and meetings open to the public, grant applications, and
administrative orders)

Question 8

Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (or “NPRM”) typically

Answer 8

requests public comment on a proposed rule, and provides notice of any public meetings where a proposed rule will be discussed. The public comments are considered by the issuing government agency, and the text of a final rule is published in the Federal Register. The final rules promulgated by a federal agency and published in the Federal Register are ultimately reorganized by topic or subject matter ancodiged in the Code of Federal Regulations

Question 9

the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) is

Answer 9

n organized arrangement of the general and permanent rules and regulations (called administrative law) published in the Federal Register by the executive departments and agencies of the Federal Government of the United States. The CFR is published by the Office of the Federal Register, an agency of the National Archives and Records Administration.

Question 10

the Coast Guard is designated by Congress to pass rules

Answer 10

that promote safety of navigation,” giving them broad authority to create such rules in the absence of existing specific laws. Such rules, including any Congressional or Agency-created provisions, all go into the CFR.

Question 11

1, In the regulations that apply to small passenger vessels an “open boat” is a vessel _________ .
A. that is used for charter fishing or tours and is open to the public.
B. on which gambling and consumption of alcoholic beverages is permitted.
C. that is docked and open for visitors.
D. that is not protected from entry of water by means of a complete weathertight deck.

Answer 11

D. that is not protected from entry of water by means of a complete weathertight deck.

Question 12

2, In the small passenger vessel regulations a coastwise route is defined as one that is __________.
A. not more than 50 statute miles from shore in the Gulf of Mexico.
B. on ocean waters more than 200 nautical miles from shore in the Gulf of Alaska.
C. not more than 20 statute miles from the nearest safe harbor in the Pacific Ocean.
D. not more than 20 nautical miles offshore in the any ocean.

Answer 12

D. not more than 20 nautical miles offshore in the any ocean

Question 13

3, Unless otherwise stated, the term "approved" applied to a vessel's equipment, means approved by the \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_. (small passenger vessel regulations)
A. American Bureau of Shipping.
B. Congress of the United States.
C. Commandant of the Coast Guard.
D. Board of Fire Underwriters.

Answer 13

C. Commandant of the Coast Guard.

Question 14

4, A Certificate of Inspection issued to a small passenger vessel describes ____________.

A. the minimum fire extinguishing equipment, lifejackets, survival and rescue craft she must carry.
B. the name of the managing operator.
C. any special conditions or restrictions on her operation.
D. All the above.

Answer 14

D. All the above.

Question 15

5, How do you know how many passengers you may carry? (small passenger vessel regulations)
A. As many as possible.
B. The amount on the Certificate of Inspection.
C. Use your own judgement.
D. No more than 40 passengers.

Answer 15

B. The amount on the Certificate of Inspection.

Question 16

6, A Certificate of Inspection for vessels not more than 65 feet in length and of less than 100 gross tons carrying passengers will be issued for a period of \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_. (small passenger vessel regulations) (for international voyages).
A. six months.
B. one year.
C. two years.
D. Five years.

Answer 16

B. one year.

Question 17

7, The inspection of a 50 ft. vessel of 65 gross tons carrying more than six passengers is required by the Coast Guard once in every _______. (small passenger vessel regulations)
A. four years with a minimum of three reinspections during the four year period.
B. three years.
C. four years.
D. five years with a minimum of two reinspections during the three year period.

Answer 17

D. five years with a minimum of two reinspections during the three year period.

Question 18

8, Whenever an inspected vessel is dry-docked for major repairs, the person in charge of the vessel, the owner or the agent should report this to the \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_. (small passenger vessel regulations)
A. Officer in Charge, Marine Inspection.
B. National Cargo Bureau, Inc.
C. American Boat and Yacht Council, Inc.
D. All of the above

Answer 18

A. Officer in Charge, Marine Inspection.

Question 19

9, The inspection of small passenger vessels of 60 feet in length carrying more than six persons is required by the Coast Guard _____________. (small passenger vessel regulations)
A. once in every 4 years with a minimum of three reinspections during that period.
B. once in every 5 years with a minimum of four reinspections during that period.
C. once in every 2 years with a minimum of one reinspection during that period.
D. once every six months.

Answer 19

B. once in every 5 years with a minimum of four reinspections during that period.

Question 20

10, Whenever practicable, the Certificate of Inspection must be posted _____________. (small passenger vessel regulations)
A. as high as feasible in the pilot house.
B. near the area where passengers embark.
C. in any location desired.
D. in a conspicuous place where it will most likely be observed by the passengers.

Answer 20

D. in a conspicuous place where it will most likely be observed by the passengers.

Question 21

11, The Certificate of Inspection issued to a vessel carrying more than six passengers must be _____________. (small passenger vessel regulations)
A. posted on board under glass, if practical.
B. posted on the dock where passengers are embarked.
C. retained at the owner’s principal place of business.
D. kept on file by the Collector of Customs.

Answer 21

A. posted on board under glass, if practical.

Question 22

12, How long is the Certificate of Inspection issued to a 50 gross ton, passenger carrying vessel which is 60 feet (18 meters)in length valid? (small passenger vessel regulations)
A. One year.
B. Two years.
C. Five years.
D. Four years.

Answer 22

C. Five years.

Question 23

13, When a vessel is not in compliance with its Certificate of Inspection, which certificate may be issued to allow its movement to a repair facility? (small passenger vessel regulations)
A. Change of Employment.
B. Permit to Proceed.
C. Application for Inspection.
D. Temporary Certificate of Inspection.

Answer 23

B. Permit to Proceed.

Question 24

14, Before issuing an initial Certificate of Inspection, the construction arrangement and equipment of a vessel must be acceptable to the \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_. (small passenger vessel regulations)
A. American Bureau of Shipping Surveyor.
B. U.S. Salvage Marine Surveyor.
C. Officer in Charge, Marine Inspection.
D. U.S. Customs Collector.

Answer 24

C. Officer in Charge, Marine Inspection.

Question 25

15, Which circumstance concerning an inspected passenger vessel would require knowledge and approval of the Officer in Charge, Marine Inspection? (small passenger vessel regulations)
A. The removal of a watertight bulkhead.
B. A minor overhaul of the propulsion machinery.
C. Renewal of a FCC Certificate for a radiotelephone.
D. All of the above.

Answer 25

A. The removal of a watertight bulkhead.

Question 26

16, Which type of fire extinguishers are permitted on inspected vessels? (small passenger vessel regulations)
A. Foam.
B. Carbon dioxide.
C. Dry chemical.
D. All of the above.

Answer 26

D. All of the above.

Question 27

17, A carbon dioxide fire extinguisher is required to be recharged if the weight loss exceeds what percentage of the weight of the charge? (small passenger vessel regulations)
A. One percent.
B. Five percent.
C. Seven percent.
D. Ten percent.

Answer 27

D. Ten percent.

Question 28

18, Annually, all carbon dioxide fire extinguishers aboard a vessel are _____________. (small passenger vessel regulations)
A. checked for pressure loss.
B. discharged and recharged.
C. sent ashore to an approved service facility.
D. weighed.

Answer 28

D. weighed.

Question 29

19, What is the minimum height of rails on passenger decks of ferryboats, excursion vessels, and vessels of a similar type? (small passenger vessel regulations)
A. 18 inches (.5 m) high.
B. 24 inches (.6 m) high.
C. 39-1/2 inches (1 m) high.
D. 42 inches (1.1 m) high.

Answer 29

C. 39-1/2 inches (1 m) high.

Question 30

20, Fixed ballast, if used, may be ________________________. (small passenger vessel regulations)
A. discharged or moved at any time.
B. moved temporarily for examination or repair of the vessel, when done under the supervision of an inspector.
C. moved under the supervision of the owner, Master or shipyard.
D. moved under any condition except extreme emergency.

Answer 30

B. moved temporarily for examination or repair of the vessel, when done under the supervision of an inspector.

Question 31

21, Penetrations and openings in watertight bulkheads in a small passenger vessel less than 100 gross tons must ____________.
A. be kept as high and as far inboard as possible.
B. not contain sluice valves that allow water to flow freely from one watertight compartment to another.
C. have some means to make them watertight.
D. All of the above.

Answer 31

D. All of the above.

Question 32

22, On small passenger vessels each inlet or discharge pipe penetrating the hull less than six inches above the deepest load waterline _________.
A. must have a check valve to prevent water from entering.
B. except for engine exhausts must have a means to prevent water from entering the vessel if the pipe fails.
C. must be fitted with a gate valve.
D. must be sealed.

Answer 32

B. except for engine exhausts must have a means to prevent water from entering the vessel if the pipe fails.

Question 33

23, On a small passenger vessel, if an inlet or discharge pipe is not accessible, its shut off valve ____________.
A. must be operable from the weather deck.
B. may be operable from any accessible location above the bulkhead deck.
C. must be labeled at its operating point to show its identity and direction of closing.
D. All of the above.

Answer 33

D. All of the above.

Question 34

24, All inlets and discharges led through the vessel’s hull below a line drawn parallel to and not less than six inches above the load waterline shall be fitted with ____________. (small passenger vessel regulations)
A. cast-iron shut-off valves.
B. a wooden plug.
C. an efficient and accessible means of closing.
D. a blank-off flange.

Answer 34

C. an efficient and accessible means of closing.