BOATERS SAFETY HOME-STUDY EXAM
WITH COMPLETE SOLUTIONS
What does a boat's capacity plate tell you? - ANSWER-the maximum number of
persons and/or weight the boat should carry
where must registration numbers and validation decals be displayed - ANSWER-bow
which type of pfd offers the best protection when you are boating in rough waters where
rescue my take awhile - ANSWER-type 1
when selecting a pfd what should be the most important consideration - ANSWER-size
which statement about a pfd is true - ANSWER-pfds are difficult to put on in the water
When should a life jacket be discarded and replaced? - ANSWER-when it has a rip or
tear
which type of fire extinguisher should be used on a gasoline fire - ANSWER-type b
why should you never use automotive electrical parts on a vessel - ANSWER-they can
cause a spark that could ignite a fire
when preparing to dock what is the safest way to stop the forward motion of your boat -
ANSWER-shift into reverse gear
when tow vessels are operating in the same general area who is responsible for
maintaining a sharp outlook - ANSWER-the operators of both vessels
what devices must vessels have on board when operating between sunset and sunrise -
ANSWER-navigation lights
what are small flat bottom boat such as fishing or duckhunting boats prone to -
ANSWER-capsize or swamp
Which is a common first indicator of an approaching thunderstorm - ANSWER-A
Buildup of dark clouds
when you are operating a boat on a lake and the weather turns bad what should you do
first - ANSWER-be sure all on board are wearing properly fitted pfds
during which time period must ALL vessels operating on federally controlled waters
Carry night vision distress signals - ANSWER-between sunset and sunrise (page 33)
, when retrieving your boat onto a trailer where should you prepare for the drive home -
ANSWER-while loaded on the trailer but pulled well away from the boat ramp
what is the best way to find out about hazards on a local water way - ANSWER-consult
a nautical chart
What should you do before filling your boat - ANSWER-shut off the engine and close all
windows, ports, doors, and other openings
how does the effect of alcohol consumed while boating compare to the effect on land -
ANSWER-much greater affect while boating
on a recreational boat the location of emergency equipment (lifejackets, fire
extinguishers, visual distress signals, radio, etc.) should be reviewed before departure
with which persons - ANSWER-everyone
when is the best time to clean your boat to stop the spread of aquatic nuisance species
- ANSWER-before you leave the ramp area
who is responsible for expanding basic safety procedure of passengers of boats -
ANSWER-vessel operator
When you are operating a boat or PWC, what factors should you consider when taking
action to avoid a collision - ANSWER-weather and vessel traffic
which feature makes regulatory and information markers easy to identify - ANSWER-
white color with orange geometric shapes
when returning to port from seaward and you see a red buoy how should you respond -
ANSWER-respond by passing the buoy and keeping it on the starboard side/right side.
what is the best precaution against carbon monoxide poisoning - ANSWER-keep the air
flowing though the vessel
The duty to render assistance to another boat or boater involved in an accident only
applies when? - ANSWER-The duty to render assistance to another boat or boater
involved in an accident only applies when?
What should you do if your boat capsizes? - ANSWER-stay with the boat
to follow the proper method for anchoring, where should you slowly lower the anchor -
ANSWER-from the bow
What is the effect of the use of alcohol by boaters - ANSWER-reaction times become
slower
WITH COMPLETE SOLUTIONS
What does a boat's capacity plate tell you? - ANSWER-the maximum number of
persons and/or weight the boat should carry
where must registration numbers and validation decals be displayed - ANSWER-bow
which type of pfd offers the best protection when you are boating in rough waters where
rescue my take awhile - ANSWER-type 1
when selecting a pfd what should be the most important consideration - ANSWER-size
which statement about a pfd is true - ANSWER-pfds are difficult to put on in the water
When should a life jacket be discarded and replaced? - ANSWER-when it has a rip or
tear
which type of fire extinguisher should be used on a gasoline fire - ANSWER-type b
why should you never use automotive electrical parts on a vessel - ANSWER-they can
cause a spark that could ignite a fire
when preparing to dock what is the safest way to stop the forward motion of your boat -
ANSWER-shift into reverse gear
when tow vessels are operating in the same general area who is responsible for
maintaining a sharp outlook - ANSWER-the operators of both vessels
what devices must vessels have on board when operating between sunset and sunrise -
ANSWER-navigation lights
what are small flat bottom boat such as fishing or duckhunting boats prone to -
ANSWER-capsize or swamp
Which is a common first indicator of an approaching thunderstorm - ANSWER-A
Buildup of dark clouds
when you are operating a boat on a lake and the weather turns bad what should you do
first - ANSWER-be sure all on board are wearing properly fitted pfds
during which time period must ALL vessels operating on federally controlled waters
Carry night vision distress signals - ANSWER-between sunset and sunrise (page 33)
, when retrieving your boat onto a trailer where should you prepare for the drive home -
ANSWER-while loaded on the trailer but pulled well away from the boat ramp
what is the best way to find out about hazards on a local water way - ANSWER-consult
a nautical chart
What should you do before filling your boat - ANSWER-shut off the engine and close all
windows, ports, doors, and other openings
how does the effect of alcohol consumed while boating compare to the effect on land -
ANSWER-much greater affect while boating
on a recreational boat the location of emergency equipment (lifejackets, fire
extinguishers, visual distress signals, radio, etc.) should be reviewed before departure
with which persons - ANSWER-everyone
when is the best time to clean your boat to stop the spread of aquatic nuisance species
- ANSWER-before you leave the ramp area
who is responsible for expanding basic safety procedure of passengers of boats -
ANSWER-vessel operator
When you are operating a boat or PWC, what factors should you consider when taking
action to avoid a collision - ANSWER-weather and vessel traffic
which feature makes regulatory and information markers easy to identify - ANSWER-
white color with orange geometric shapes
when returning to port from seaward and you see a red buoy how should you respond -
ANSWER-respond by passing the buoy and keeping it on the starboard side/right side.
what is the best precaution against carbon monoxide poisoning - ANSWER-keep the air
flowing though the vessel
The duty to render assistance to another boat or boater involved in an accident only
applies when? - ANSWER-The duty to render assistance to another boat or boater
involved in an accident only applies when?
What should you do if your boat capsizes? - ANSWER-stay with the boat
to follow the proper method for anchoring, where should you slowly lower the anchor -
ANSWER-from the bow
What is the effect of the use of alcohol by boaters - ANSWER-reaction times become
slower
