Signals and Right of Way Rules Flashcards

1
Q

What different horn signals are for approaching a OPEN draw bridge

A

Request entry into opened draw bridge(by boat operator) - one long blast, then one short blast

If no reply is made within 30 seconds you may proceed with caution

Five short blast from bridge operator means do not proceed through bridge

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2
Q

Horn signal for danger

A

Five short blasts

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3
Q

What is a general rule of thumb if you are the “give way” vessel

A

Take action early

Make big course changes, slow, or stop

Make your intentions obvious

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4
Q

What color are port running lights

A

Red

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5
Q

Which vessels have the right of way over others

A

1) Disabled vessels
2) Difficult to maneuver (dredge)
3) Excessive draft vessels (tankers)
4) Commercial fishing operations
5) Sailboats
6) Powered

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6
Q

What different horn signals are for approaching a CLOSED draw bridge

A

Request to open signal(by boat operator) - one long blast, then one short blast

Bridge operator will reply with the same if bridge is to be opened immediately

Five short blasts mean operator cannot comply immediately

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7
Q

What color are starboard running lights

A

Green

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8
Q

When head on with another craft what should you do

A

Turn starboard and pass port to port

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9
Q

Horn signal for turn to starboard

A

One short blast

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10
Q

Horn signal nearing a blind spot

A

One long blast

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11
Q

How long is a short and long blast signal

A

Short = 1 second

Long = 4-6 seconds

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12
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If converging with another boat, and you see red lights what should you do

A

Give way

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13
Q

If you are the “Stand-On” vessel what should you do with oncoming traffic

A

Maintain course and speed so other vessels can predict your movements

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14
Q

Is a sailboat considered a “powerboat” if the sails are up but the engine is running

A

Yes

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15
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If converging with another boat, and you see green lights what should you do

A

Stand on

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16
Q

Horn signal for turn to port

A

Two short blasts

17
Q

Horn signal for backing

A

Three short blasts

18
Q

What colors are the two different “diver flags”

Where are these flags located

A

White and blue
-Located on boats or docks

White buoy and red flag with white diagonal stripe
-Exact location of diver

19
Q

What color lights (that are also elevated) do trawlers and commercial fishers have

A

Trawlers = green over white

Commercial fishers = red over white

20
Q

What are the 3 basic right of way rules for boats under SAIL

A

1) Starboard tack has right of way over port tack
2) When on same tack, the leeward boat has the right of way
3) The overtaking boat must stay clear of the boat ahead

21
Q

Horn signal for leaving under power

A

One long blast