Rules Of Navigation Flashcards
1
Q
Navigation Rules
for
Look-Outdoor
A
Keep a Look-Out…
- at all times
- proper lookout
- sight and hearing
- appraisal of the risk of collision
2
Q
Right of Way ROW
powered
A
*Even if a sailboat has sails up, if the engine is running, it’s “powered”
- Pass oncoming traffic like in cars
- The boat to SBD has ROW
- Keep out of the way of a boat you are passing
3
Q
Narrow Channels
A
- proceeding w/ current have right of way (ROW)
- stay out of way of large
- fishing vessel should not block channel
- overtaking vessel must sound off (see card)
- reply with same signal
- approaching blind bend sound off
- avoid collision
4
Q
Capacity Calculation
L = hull length B = beam
A
- Motorboats under 20’ have a plate
- Sailboats, canoes, kayaks + inflatables are exempt
- Visible to operator when getting underway
L x B = A feet
A /15 = _____ people (ave wt of 150lb)
5
Q
Federal and State BLA
A
Blood Level Alcohol
Fed .08
HI .08
6
Q
Boating Negligence
A
- not carrying adequate Safety equip
- not displaying proper lights at night
- not sending correct signals when required
- not obeying “No Wake” or “Restricted Areas”
- operating boat endangering life, limb, or prop
- excessive speed near other boats
- hazardous waterskiing
- overloading
- overpowering
- boating in hazardous weather
- bow, gunwale or transom riding
- BUI
7
Q
Accident Reporting
A
Necessary when:
- fatality or disappearance
- injuries requiring more than first aid
- $500+ damage to other vessel or property
- loss of a vessel
8
Q
Terms
A
ATON - Aids to Navigation
ROW - Right of Way
SBD
FWD
