crew check

Question 1

What channel does the Coast Guard use to communicate with the Auxiliary on patrol?

Answer 1

23A

Question 2

What channel is used for hailing another vessel and for distress?

Answer 2

16 or 9

Question 3

Spell your last name using the phonetic alphabet…

Answer 3

Bravo, Romeo, Oscar, Whiskey, November

Question 4

Name four pro words commonly used:

Answer 4

Over - I am finished talking and now it’s your turn
Out - This communication is over
Roger - I understand
Wilco - I understand and will comply

Question 5

What type of PFD is commonly used on Auxiliary patrols?

Answer 5

Type III

Question 6

What Personal Protection Equipment is required to be attached to your PFD?

Answer 6

Signal mirror, strobe light, whistle, reflective tape, PLB (registered with NOAA) and optional knife.

Question 7

What needs to be considered before using any signal devices such as flares?

Answer 7

Whether you can see the rescue vehicle or not. Only use when you have sighted a rescue vessel.

Question 8

What are duties of a lookout watch?

Answer 8

Identify all ATONS, boats, and anything considered a navigation hazard to the helmsman and coxswain.

Question 9

Describe a nun buoy by shape, color, and number?

Answer 9

Conical in shape, red color, and even numbers.

Question 10

Describe a can buoy by shape, color, and number?

Answer 10

Cylinder in shape, green in color, and odd numbers.

Question 11

Describe day markers?

Answer 11

Triangles, red and even numbers.

Squares, green and odd numbers.

Question 12

When navigating how do you know what side of a buoy to be on?

Answer 12

When returning from seaward keep the red buoy on the starboard side of the boat.

Red right return.

Question 13

How do you know if you are returning from seaward?

Answer 13

The buoy numbers continue to increase as you move inland.