How should a vessels registration number and validation decal be displayed? -
ANSWER On both sides of the bow of the boat
What is most important when selecting the right PFD for a passenger? - ANSWER A
passengers body weight and chest size
What important safety information is found on a boats capacity plate? - ANSWER The
maximum body weight and number of people a boat can hold safely
What is the best way to find out about hazards on a locate waterway? -
ANSWER Consult a nautical chart
According to Alabama law, what age can operators be to have completed an approved
boating course in order to operate watercraft? - ANSWER 12 years or older
Which type of PFD will turn most unconscious persons face up in water? -
ANSWER Type I
Everyone on board a vessel should understand basic safety practices. Who is responsible for
ensuring this? - ANSWER The vessel operator
Where is the best place to store a fire extinguisher on a boat? - ANSWER Mounted in
an accessible place
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, When should a life jacket be discarded and replaced? - ANSWER When it is slightly
torn
What effect does alcohol have when you are operating a vessel? - ANSWER It is much
greater while boating
When boating on federally controlled waters in an 18-foot boat, what equipment are you
legally required to have on board? - ANSWER US Coast Guard approved visual distress
signal
What sound-producing devices is required when boating on Alabama waters in an 18-foot
powerboat? - ANSWER A whistle, a horn, or another sound-producing advice
What provides a warning that dangerous weather is approaching? - ANSWER Dark
clouds and shifting winds
What is one part of a regular vessel and engine maintenance program? -
ANSWER Check the oil level before every outing
How should you approach the dock when docking your vessel? - ANSWER Into the
wind or current, whichever is stronger
What should you do before fueling your boat? - ANSWER Turn off the engine and close
all openings
Where should your trailer be located while you prepare to launch your vessel? -
ANSWER Well away from the boat ramp
How can propeller strike accidents be avoided? - ANSWER Turn off the engine while
people are boarding
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ANSWER On both sides of the bow of the boat
What is most important when selecting the right PFD for a passenger? - ANSWER A
passengers body weight and chest size
What important safety information is found on a boats capacity plate? - ANSWER The
maximum body weight and number of people a boat can hold safely
What is the best way to find out about hazards on a locate waterway? -
ANSWER Consult a nautical chart
According to Alabama law, what age can operators be to have completed an approved
boating course in order to operate watercraft? - ANSWER 12 years or older
Which type of PFD will turn most unconscious persons face up in water? -
ANSWER Type I
Everyone on board a vessel should understand basic safety practices. Who is responsible for
ensuring this? - ANSWER The vessel operator
Where is the best place to store a fire extinguisher on a boat? - ANSWER Mounted in
an accessible place
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, When should a life jacket be discarded and replaced? - ANSWER When it is slightly
torn
What effect does alcohol have when you are operating a vessel? - ANSWER It is much
greater while boating
When boating on federally controlled waters in an 18-foot boat, what equipment are you
legally required to have on board? - ANSWER US Coast Guard approved visual distress
signal
What sound-producing devices is required when boating on Alabama waters in an 18-foot
powerboat? - ANSWER A whistle, a horn, or another sound-producing advice
What provides a warning that dangerous weather is approaching? - ANSWER Dark
clouds and shifting winds
What is one part of a regular vessel and engine maintenance program? -
ANSWER Check the oil level before every outing
How should you approach the dock when docking your vessel? - ANSWER Into the
wind or current, whichever is stronger
What should you do before fueling your boat? - ANSWER Turn off the engine and close
all openings
Where should your trailer be located while you prepare to launch your vessel? -
ANSWER Well away from the boat ramp
How can propeller strike accidents be avoided? - ANSWER Turn off the engine while
people are boarding
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