CONNECTICUT SAFE BOATING TEST
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When do you turn on the blower? - THE CORRECT ANSWER-
If your boat is equipped with a power ventilation system
(exhaust blower), turn it on for at least four minutes before
starting your engine. This will help eliminate fuel vapors in the
bilge?
Why is a float plan important? - THE CORRECT ANSWER-It is
always a good idea to tell someone where you are going and ask
them to take action if you fail to return on time.
- A float plan could also give authorities a head start in looking
for a boater if he or she fails to reach his or here destination
What information should be included in your float plan? - THE
CORRECT ANSWER-- Describes the vessel, including its
registration number, length, make, horsepower, and engine
type.
Includes the description and license plate of the tow vehicle and
trailer.
- Gives the number of passengers, their names and addresses,
and a contact in case of emergency.
,- States where you are going, the detailed route, your planned
departure time, and your expected return time. Include the
location of all stopping points, dates, and times.
- Gives the phone number for local authorities in case you fail to
return when expected. If boating on waters under U.S. Coast
Guard jurisdiction, give the phone number of the U.S. Coast
Guard.
What are the vessel classes and sizes? - THE CORRECT
ANSWER-Class A = less than 16 feet
Class 1 = 16 feet to less than 26 feet
Class 2 = 26 feet to less than 40 feet
Class 3 = 40 feet to less than 65 feet
What are the age restrictions regarding jet ski operation? - THE
CORRECT ANSWER-No person UNDER AGE 16, issued a
Certificate of Personal Watercraft Operation (CPWO) or a
certificate approved by the Commissioner, may operate a
personal watercraft without the onboard supervision of a
person AT LEAST AGE 18 who has a CPWO.
What are the age restrictions regarding boat operation? - THE
CORRECT ANSWER-- A CT resident LESS THAN 16 years of
age WHO DOES NOT HAVE AN SBC or CPWO may operate a
boat (NOT A PWC) under the DIRECT ONBOARD supervision
of a person who is AT LEAST 18 years of age who has been
issued an SBC and had held such certificate FOR AT LEAST 2
years.
, - No person LESS THAN 12 years of age WHO HAS AN SBC or
CPWO shall operate a motor-powered vessel exceeding 10
horsepower unless ACCOMPANIED ON BOARD by a person
AT LEAST 18 years of age who has been issued a SBC.
What are the turning capabilities of a jet ski? - THE CORRECT
ANSWER-Power is required to maintain steering control
What are the time of day restrictions for jet ski operation? -
THE CORRECT ANSWER-It is illegal to operate a PWC
between sunset and sunrise or during periods or restricted
visibility. It is also prohibited between 30 minutes after sunset
and 30 minutes before sunrise.
What is a jet articulated vessel (JAV)? - THE CORRECT
ANSWER-A watercraft with a base pumping unit - often a
modified PWC - that uses an articulated hose or jointed or
flexible conduit to convey water or other media under pressure
through a device that ejects the high-pressure media to propel,
elevate, or submerge the operator or passenger.
What license is required to operate a JAV? - THE CORRECT
ANSWER-A JAV operator must be at least age 16 and hold a
certificate of personal watercraft operation (CPWO) issued by
the Department of Energy and Environmental Protection
(DEEP)
DETAILED CORRECT ANSWERS WITH
RATIONALES GRADE A+ | INSTANT
DOWNLOAD | 100% PASS GUARANTEE
When do you turn on the blower? - THE CORRECT ANSWER-
If your boat is equipped with a power ventilation system
(exhaust blower), turn it on for at least four minutes before
starting your engine. This will help eliminate fuel vapors in the
bilge?
Why is a float plan important? - THE CORRECT ANSWER-It is
always a good idea to tell someone where you are going and ask
them to take action if you fail to return on time.
- A float plan could also give authorities a head start in looking
for a boater if he or she fails to reach his or here destination
What information should be included in your float plan? - THE
CORRECT ANSWER-- Describes the vessel, including its
registration number, length, make, horsepower, and engine
type.
Includes the description and license plate of the tow vehicle and
trailer.
- Gives the number of passengers, their names and addresses,
and a contact in case of emergency.
,- States where you are going, the detailed route, your planned
departure time, and your expected return time. Include the
location of all stopping points, dates, and times.
- Gives the phone number for local authorities in case you fail to
return when expected. If boating on waters under U.S. Coast
Guard jurisdiction, give the phone number of the U.S. Coast
Guard.
What are the vessel classes and sizes? - THE CORRECT
ANSWER-Class A = less than 16 feet
Class 1 = 16 feet to less than 26 feet
Class 2 = 26 feet to less than 40 feet
Class 3 = 40 feet to less than 65 feet
What are the age restrictions regarding jet ski operation? - THE
CORRECT ANSWER-No person UNDER AGE 16, issued a
Certificate of Personal Watercraft Operation (CPWO) or a
certificate approved by the Commissioner, may operate a
personal watercraft without the onboard supervision of a
person AT LEAST AGE 18 who has a CPWO.
What are the age restrictions regarding boat operation? - THE
CORRECT ANSWER-- A CT resident LESS THAN 16 years of
age WHO DOES NOT HAVE AN SBC or CPWO may operate a
boat (NOT A PWC) under the DIRECT ONBOARD supervision
of a person who is AT LEAST 18 years of age who has been
issued an SBC and had held such certificate FOR AT LEAST 2
years.
, - No person LESS THAN 12 years of age WHO HAS AN SBC or
CPWO shall operate a motor-powered vessel exceeding 10
horsepower unless ACCOMPANIED ON BOARD by a person
AT LEAST 18 years of age who has been issued a SBC.
What are the turning capabilities of a jet ski? - THE CORRECT
ANSWER-Power is required to maintain steering control
What are the time of day restrictions for jet ski operation? -
THE CORRECT ANSWER-It is illegal to operate a PWC
between sunset and sunrise or during periods or restricted
visibility. It is also prohibited between 30 minutes after sunset
and 30 minutes before sunrise.
What is a jet articulated vessel (JAV)? - THE CORRECT
ANSWER-A watercraft with a base pumping unit - often a
modified PWC - that uses an articulated hose or jointed or
flexible conduit to convey water or other media under pressure
through a device that ejects the high-pressure media to propel,
elevate, or submerge the operator or passenger.
What license is required to operate a JAV? - THE CORRECT
ANSWER-A JAV operator must be at least age 16 and hold a
certificate of personal watercraft operation (CPWO) issued by
the Department of Energy and Environmental Protection
(DEEP)
