Lifeboatman Practice Exam ( Graded A)

Which statement is TRUE concerning life preservers? A. Buoyant vests may be substituted for life preservers B. Kapok life preservers must have vinyl-covered pad inserts C. Life preservers must always be worn with the same side facing outward D. Life preservers are not designed to turn a persons face clear of the water when unconscious -ANSWERS B A sea anchor ____________. -ANSWERS a cone shaped bag used to slow down the wind drift effect You have abandoned ship and after two days in a liferaft you can see an aircraft near the horizon apparently carrying out a search pattern. You should ___________. -ANSWERS use visual distress signals in conjunction with the EPIRB Why are lifeboats usually double-enders? -ANSWERS They are more seaworthy and less likely to be swamped or broach to The purpose of the air tanks in a lifeboats is to ____________. -ANSWERS keep the boat afloat if flooded Which data is NOT painted on the bow of a lifeboat? A. number of persons allowed B. name of the vessel C. Weight of the boat D. Port of registry -ANSWERS weight of the boat