Texas Boater Ed. Ch. 1-3 Review (HANEY)
UPDATED ACTUAL Exam Questions and
CORRECT Answers
What important safety information is found on a boat's capacity plate? - CORRECT
ANSWER - Maximum weight of persons on boat and maximum carrying weight of boat
What is the best way to find out about hazards on a local waterway? - CORRECT
ANSWER - Consult a nautical chart
Who is responsible for making sure that everyone on a vessel has an understanding of basic
safety practices? - CORRECT ANSWER - The vessel operator
What effect does alcohol have when you are operating a vessel? - CORRECT ANSWER -
Increases the likelihood of accidents
What is one part of a regular vessel and engine maintenance program? - CORRECT
ANSWER - Checking the oil level before every outing
How should you approach the dock when docking your vessel? - CORRECT ANSWER -
At a steep angle (between 30 and 45 degrees) and into the wind or current, whichever is stronger
What should you do before fueling your boat? - CORRECT ANSWER - Turn off the
engine and close all windows and doors
Where should your trailer be located while you prepare to launch your vessel? - CORRECT
ANSWER - Well away from the boat ramp
How can propeller strike accidents be avoided? - CORRECT ANSWER - Turn off the
engine when passengers are boarding
UPDATED ACTUAL Exam Questions and
CORRECT Answers
What important safety information is found on a boat's capacity plate? - CORRECT
ANSWER - Maximum weight of persons on boat and maximum carrying weight of boat
What is the best way to find out about hazards on a local waterway? - CORRECT
ANSWER - Consult a nautical chart
Who is responsible for making sure that everyone on a vessel has an understanding of basic
safety practices? - CORRECT ANSWER - The vessel operator
What effect does alcohol have when you are operating a vessel? - CORRECT ANSWER -
Increases the likelihood of accidents
What is one part of a regular vessel and engine maintenance program? - CORRECT
ANSWER - Checking the oil level before every outing
How should you approach the dock when docking your vessel? - CORRECT ANSWER -
At a steep angle (between 30 and 45 degrees) and into the wind or current, whichever is stronger
What should you do before fueling your boat? - CORRECT ANSWER - Turn off the
engine and close all windows and doors
Where should your trailer be located while you prepare to launch your vessel? - CORRECT
ANSWER - Well away from the boat ramp
How can propeller strike accidents be avoided? - CORRECT ANSWER - Turn off the
engine when passengers are boarding
