Deck Section 4 Flashcards
The Coast Guard is tasked with ensuring
Rules of the Road for safe navigation and collision avoidance as well as those regulations in the CFRs 33, 46, and 49, pertaining to licensing, manning, vessel operation, etc. are federal regulations are flollowed
In addition to state regulations, local regulations are often created, such as
restrictions for vessel activity speed limits in selected high traffic or high risk areas, such as marinas.
Boundary lines
Boundary lines may be created for a number of uses and purposes. Boundary lines may be a standard distance offshore in certain areas where not specified.
Boundary lines
Boundary lines may be created for a number of uses and purposes. Boundary lines may be a standard distance offshore in certain areas where not specified.
Gulf of Mexico Boundary Line is
12 miles
The Atlantic Coast of the U.S. boundary line is
3 miles
Demarcation lines are
those indicated on a chart separating waters controlled by Inland Rules of the Road and International Collision Regulations (COLREGS). These lines are generally, “In the general configuration of the shoreline, in as close as possible to the shoreline, across the mouths of rivers, bays and inlets to the outer ends of the jetties.”
CERTIFICATE OF NUMBER
A certificate of number is the registration certificate for the vessel, administered and taxed by the state by Coast Guard mandate.
REGISTERING A VESSEL
Vessels are registered (certificated) in the state where they are primarily docked. Once registered, they are issued a vessel number. Regulations vary from state to state, and it is advisable to obtain specific details from the state’s Department of Motor Vehicles or the state’s fish and game division where registration takes place. Generally, however, there are certain rules that apply to most states:
Title and description must match the vessel. If it’s a new vessel, the Manufacturer’s Certificate of Origin (MSO) is usually required. The length of the vessel determines registration fees. Certificates of Number are valid for one to three years.
Documentation
Documentation is a federal title for vessel ownership. A vessel under five net tons may not be documented. In days of old, having a U.S. documented vessel meant that when a foreign government seized your vessel, the U.S. would send the Great White Fleet, and the Great Gray Fleet if necessary, to recover the U.S. property. If Bahamas or Cuba seizes your vessel next week, it is doubtful that documentation will have any benefit at all.
The only reason for documentation of a vessel under 100 gross tons today is to allow the lending institution (bank) to obtain a federal title rather than a state registration, which affords them greater protection. When all states agree to a pink slip for vessels with national reciprocity there will be a great effort to do away with documentation of small uninspected vessels.
The Coast Guard indicated previously that most vessels under 40 feet could be considered under five net tons. That meant
that vessels under that size did not require documentation to carry passengers.
a passenger for hire is
“a passenger for whom consideration is contributed as a condition of carriage on the vessel, whether directly or indirectly flowing to the owner, charter, agent or any other persons having an interest in the vessel.” Consideration is an economic benefit, inducement, right or profit including pecuniary payment accruing to an individual, person, or entity, but not including a voluntary sharing of the actual expenses of the voyage by monetary contribution or donation of fuel, food, beverage or other supplies, In other words, if payment is required, or if someone pays for anything other than their share of actual expenses, it could be considered a “for hire” situation.
Self-propelled vessels that carry any passengers for hire are required to be operated
by a Coast Guard licensed operator. If the vessel carries more than 6 passengers, at least one of which is a passenger for hire, the vessel is required to be inspected by the Coast Guard as a commercial passenger vessel.
“For hire” is considered to be any operation other than
“only for pleasure.” This includes charters for fishing, sight-seeing, scuba diving, transportation or other commercial use such as tug and towing vessels, oil field crew, supply and utility vessels.
The minimum license is the Operator of Uninspected Passenger Vessels (OUPV), formerly known as the Motorboat Operator or 6-pack license. All OUPV licenses are valid for vessels up to
100 gross tons. “Inland” is most waters that are a lake, bay or sound
The licensing laws cover two categories of vessels.
Uninspected and inspected
Uninspected Vessels
These are vessels that, because of existing law, do not have to meet stringent regulations in design, watertight integrity and stability. This is not to say that these vessels are any less safe than those inspected for more than six passengers. The fact is, many of them exceed the inspection requirements, but are not required to go through that process.
NSPECTED VESSELS
These are small passenger vessels, not over 100 gross tons that carry both a special sticker on the side of the vessel, as well as, a Coast Guard Certificate of Inspection framed in the wheelhouse explaining the limitations of the vessel’s operation. The Certificate and sticker come after extensive reporting to, and negotiating with, the Coast Guard to meet the regulations established in 46 CFR Subchapter T.
TYPES OF LICENSES: There are three basic types of licenses available to cover these vessels.
Six-Pack whose official title is Operator of Uninspected Passenger Vessel
(OUPV), as discussed previously.
Mate of mechanically and sail propelled small passenger vessels, also known as
Mate of Inspected Vessels not more than 100 gross tons.
Master of mechanically and sail propelled small passenger vessels, also known
as 100 ton Master.
What is tonnage?
the term gross tonnage has nothing to do with vessel weight. Instead, it is a measure of a vessel’s internal volume
A vessel underway, when hailed by a Coast Guard vessel is required to
heave to, or maneuver in such a manner that permits a boarding officer to come aboard. Other federal, state and local law enforcement officials may board and examine your vessel, whether it is numbered, unnumbered or documented. Coast Guard law enforcement personnel m
The Coast Guard may impose a civil penalty up to $1,000 for failure to:
Comply with equipment requirements
Report a boating accident
Comply with other Federal regulations
Failure to comply with the Inland Navigation Rules Act of 1980 can result in a civil penalty up to
$5,000.
Is improper use of a radio-tlelphone a primal defense?
Yes
The use of obscene, indecent or profane language during radio communications is punishable by
a $10,000 fine, imprisonment for two years or both.
What is Channel 16 VHF-FM used for?
16 is a calling and distress channel. Using it for other purposes can be penalized
Operating a vessel while intoxicated became a specific federal offense effective
January 13, 1988
If the blood alcohol content (BAC) is __ (__ in some state) or higher, the violators are considered intoxicated and are subject to a civil penalty not to exceed ____or criminal penalty not to exceed ____, one ___ imprisonment, or both
0,08, 0.1, $1,000, $5,000, year
Negligent or grossly negligent operation of a vessel and/or interference with the safe operation of a vessel, so as to endanger lives and/or property, is prohibited by law and as such the Coast Guard may impose a civil penalty of up to ______
$5,000, imprisoned for one year, or both.
BUI
Boating Under the Influence
Some examples of actions that may constitute negligent or grossly negligent operation are:
Operating a vessel in a swimming area.
Operating a vessel while under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
Excessive speed in the vicinity of other vessels or in dangerous waters.
Hazardous water skiing practices.
Bow riding, also riding on seatback, gunwale, or transom.
A Coast Guard boarding officer who observes a vessel being operated in an unsafe condition, specifically defined by law or regulation, and who determines that an especially hazardous condition exists, may direct the operator to take immediate steps to correct the condition, including
returning to port. If ordered to return to port, you have no choice in the matter; do so immediately.
Termination for unsafe use may be imposed for:
Termination for unsafe use may be imposed for:
Insufficient number of CG Approved Personal Flotation Devices (PFDs)
Insufficient fire extinguishers
Overloading beyond manufacturer’s recommended safe loading capacity
Improper navigation light display
Ventilation requirements for tank and engine spaces not met
Fuel leakage
Fuel in bilges
Improper backfire flame control
An operator who refuses to terminate the unsafe use of a vessel can be cited for failure to comply with the directions of a Coast Guard boarding officer, as well as for the specific violations which were the basis for the termination order. Violators may be fined not more than
$1,000 or imprisoned not more than one year or both.
he operator or owner of any recreational vessel is required to file a Boating Accident Report, usually with the state, if the vessel is involved in an accident that results in:
- Loss of life
- Personal injury which requires medical treatment beyond first aid
- Damage to the vessel and other property damage of $2,000 or more
- Complete loss of the vessel
Vessel operators are required to report their accident to local authorities in the State where the accident occurred.
he master or person in charge of a vessel is _______ ____ ______ to provide assistance that can be safely provided to any individual in danger at sea
by law.
The master or person in charge is subject to a fine and/or imprisonment for failure to do so.
PFD
personal floatation device
Most boating accidents involve falls overboard, capsizings, or sinkings, and a properly fitted and correctly used
PFD can save lives
Statistics reveal that over____ of boating-related deaths resulted from drowning.
80%.
The number and type of U.S. Coast Guard-approved PFDs required to be carried on a vessel depends on
the length of the vessel and the number of persons on board.
All boats 16 feet or over in length, except canoes and kayaks, must carry
one wearable (Type I, II, or III) of the appropriate size for each person on board and one throwable (Type IV) device in each boat.
PFDs must be
“readily accessible” which means This means they may not be kept inside a plastic bag or protective covering, they must be easy to reach, and must be stowed with the straps untied.
All throttle PFDs (Type IV) must be
“immediately available”. The law requires that they be kept accessible in an open area where persons on board can reach them quickly in an emergency.
A PFD must be in good and serviceable condition in order to meet legal requirements. If it is
torn, damaged, rotten, punctured, or otherwise unserviceable, or if straps or fasteners are damaged or missing, it no longer meets legal requirements.
If your boats is less than 16 feet, you can have one
throwable or wearable per each person on boat. If it is 16 or longer, then you must have a wearable for each person plus one throwable.
TYPE I PFDS / OFF-SHORE LIFE JACKETS:
Best for all waters, open ocean, rough seas, or remote water, where rescue may be slow coming. Abandon-ship lifejacket for commercial vessels and all vessels carrying passengers for hire: sDesigned for use in open, rough or remote water when help might be slow in coming. Available in full jacket or over the head models. Has the highest buoyancy of the types and is only available in orange. It will hold most unconscious wearers face up. There is one size for adults and one for children. The one disadvantage is that it is bulky.
TYPE II PFDS / NEAR-SHORE BUOYANT VESTS:
For general boating activities. Good for calm, inland waters, or where there is a good chance for fast rescue.Less bulky and more comfortable. Comes in adult and child sizes and in one color, orange. Will turn some wearers face up.
TYPE III PFDS / FLOTATION AIDS:
For general boating or the specialized activity that is marked on the device such as water skiing, hunting, fishing, canoeing, kayaking and others. Good for calm, inland waters, or where there is a good chance for fast rescue. Designed so that wearing it will complement your boating activities: Various different types and offers greater freedom of movement. Users must tile their heads back to avoid being face down.
