Duties And Responsibilities/ RIB Characteristics Flashcards

0
Q

What is the overall length of the RIB?

A

17’6”

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
1
Q

What are the duties and responsibilities of a boat crew member?

A
  • Helm
  • Lookout
  • Towing watches
  • Anchor watches
  • Rig towing and mooring lines
  • Act as the surface swimmer
  • Administer first aid
  • Operate damage control equipment
How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
2
Q

What is the inside length of the RIB?

A

15’0”

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
3
Q

What is the beam overall of the RIB?

A

7’0”

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
4
Q

What is the inside beam of the RIB?

A

5’3”

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
5
Q

What is the full load draft of the RIB?

A

1’1”

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
6
Q

What is the dry weight of the RIB?

A

2,400 lbs

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
7
Q

What is the fuel capacity of the RIB?

A

15 gallons (56.78 L)

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
8
Q

What is the engine HP and maximum RPM’s of the RIB?

A
  • 100 HP

- 3600 RPM’s

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
9
Q

What are the limitations of the RIB?

A
  • 6 foot seas

- 25 knot winds

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
10
Q

What are helm watch responsibilities?

A
  • Safely steering the boat
  • Maintaining a course
  • Carrying out all helm commands given by the coxswain
How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
11
Q

What are the guidelines for the helm watch?

A
  • Check with the coxswain for any special instructions and course to be steered
  • Repeat all commands given by the coxswain
  • Execute all commands given by the coxswain
  • Maintain a given course within 5 degrees
  • Remain at the helm until properly relieved
  • Execute maneuvers only when expressly ordered
  • Properly inform relief of all pertinent information
How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
12
Q

What are the guidelines for towing watches?

A
  • Report any unusual conditions, equipment failure, or problems to the coxswain immediately
  • Observe how the tow is riding
  • Ensure chafe gear is riding in place
  • Adjust the scope of the towline upon command of the coxswain
  • Keep deck area clear of unnecessary gear and people
  • Stay clear of the immediate area around the towline due to possible line snap back
  • Know when and how to do an emergency breakaway
How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
13
Q

What are the guidelines for anchor watches?

A
  • Check the strain on the anchor line frequently
  • Check that the anchor line is not chafing
  • Confirm the position of the boat at least every 15 minutes, or at shorter intervals as directed by the coxswain
  • Report bearing or range (distance) changes to the coxswain immediately
  • Report approaching vessels to the coxswain immediately
  • Report major changes in wind velocity or direction
  • Check for current or tidal changes
  • Report any unusual conditions
How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly