MAINE GUIDE TEST - BOATING
LAWS CORRECT 100%
1/3 of what takes a driver to be equally intoxicated. - ANSWERHow much alcohol
does it take to make a boater intoxicated?
A. A detailed description of the vessel
B.Route plan, estimated time of departure and estimated time of arrival
C.Name and contact information of each person on board and an emergency contact
- ANSWERWhat information should a float plan include?
1. Weather
2.Check steering, throttle and lights.
3.Check for any fuel leaks from tanks etc.
4. Check for fuel leaks from engine itself.
5. Check all hose connections for leaks or cracks.
6. Drain all water from engine compartment and check bilge plug.
7. Check that your battery and fire extinguishers are fully charged.
8. Check that ignition safety is in order.
9. Make sure you have the right number of PFDs and they are in good condition.
10. Leave a float plan. - ANSWERWhat should be included in you pre-departure
checklist?
90% - ANSWERWhat percentage of Maine drowning victims were not wearing
lifejackets?
From the tip of the bow to the back of the stern, excluding outboard motor. -
ANSWERHow is boat length measured?
Its length is less than 16 feet. - ANSWERWhat defines a Class A boat?
It is at least 16 feet but less than 26 feet. - ANSWERWhat defines a class 1 boat?
It is at least 26 feet but less than 40 feet. - ANSWERWhat defines a class 2 boat?
It is at least 40 feet but less than 65 feet. - ANSWERWhat defines a class 3 boat?
It is a plaque that states the maximum weight capacity and maximum passenger
capacity of a vessel. - ANSWERWhat is a capacity plate?
Usually in the operator's position. - ANSWERWhere is a capacity plate located?
Try to fuel during the daytime, but if necessary to fuel at night, use only electric
lights. Try to fuel away from the water if it's possible. - ANSWERWhat are some
fueling precautions for motorcraft?
LAWS CORRECT 100%
1/3 of what takes a driver to be equally intoxicated. - ANSWERHow much alcohol
does it take to make a boater intoxicated?
A. A detailed description of the vessel
B.Route plan, estimated time of departure and estimated time of arrival
C.Name and contact information of each person on board and an emergency contact
- ANSWERWhat information should a float plan include?
1. Weather
2.Check steering, throttle and lights.
3.Check for any fuel leaks from tanks etc.
4. Check for fuel leaks from engine itself.
5. Check all hose connections for leaks or cracks.
6. Drain all water from engine compartment and check bilge plug.
7. Check that your battery and fire extinguishers are fully charged.
8. Check that ignition safety is in order.
9. Make sure you have the right number of PFDs and they are in good condition.
10. Leave a float plan. - ANSWERWhat should be included in you pre-departure
checklist?
90% - ANSWERWhat percentage of Maine drowning victims were not wearing
lifejackets?
From the tip of the bow to the back of the stern, excluding outboard motor. -
ANSWERHow is boat length measured?
Its length is less than 16 feet. - ANSWERWhat defines a Class A boat?
It is at least 16 feet but less than 26 feet. - ANSWERWhat defines a class 1 boat?
It is at least 26 feet but less than 40 feet. - ANSWERWhat defines a class 2 boat?
It is at least 40 feet but less than 65 feet. - ANSWERWhat defines a class 3 boat?
It is a plaque that states the maximum weight capacity and maximum passenger
capacity of a vessel. - ANSWERWhat is a capacity plate?
Usually in the operator's position. - ANSWERWhere is a capacity plate located?
Try to fuel during the daytime, but if necessary to fuel at night, use only electric
lights. Try to fuel away from the water if it's possible. - ANSWERWhat are some
fueling precautions for motorcraft?
