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When should recreational boats display navigation lights?
Sunset to sunrise or reduced visibilty. (weather/fog)
What does a boat's capacity plate tell you?
The maximum number of people, weight, and engine size (HP) a boat can carry
How do you know you're operating a boat at a safe speed?
You have enough time to avoid a collision
What does the Coast Guard require all recreational vehicles to carry?
Life jackets for all passengers on board
Where are gas fumes likely to accumulate on boats?
In the bilge. Enclosed compartments within the cabin or under the deck.
Define headway speed
Minimum speed to operate a vessel without a wake. About 6 MPH
Why is it essential to maintain a low wake in areas near other boats?
Can cause injury or damage to property
How does drinking alcohol impact boat operators?
Physical reactions and cognitive ability become slower
What must be used on power boats over 14 feet from sunset to sunrise?
Navigation lights
What should you do if your boat capsizes?
Stay with the boat
If you are operating as the give-way vessel, what is your responsibility?
Take early and substantial action to keep clear of the stand on the vessel. Avoid a collision
What color light should non-power boats <16 feet show and carry during the dark? Canoe, Kayak, John Boat, etc
White all around light or flashlight
When returning to port from the sea, which side should the red buoy be on?
Starboard. RED - RIGHT - RETURN
When should adults wear a PFD?
At all times while boating
Which part of a boat should an anchor be deployed from?
Slowly off the bow
How many times would you blow a whistle/horn to send a danger signal?
5 short blasts
When deploying a fire extinguisher, where should you aim and use what kind of motion?
Aim for the base of the fire using a sweeping motion side to side.
What causes the loss of steering on a PWC?
Letting off on the throttle
What is the leading cause of fatalities according to the USCG?
Capsizing and falling overboard (drowning). No Life Jacket
What type, 1, 2, 3, 4, or 5, is a USCG-approved throwable life-saving device?
Type 4 Throwable
If you are a boat being overtaken, what should you do?
Maintain course and speed. You are the stand on vessel
What is the purpose of a safety lanyard on a PWC?
Shut off engine if operator falls overboard
Where should PFDs be kept while underway?
Readily accessible to passengers
What kinds of boats need to be registered in Massachusetts?
Any boat powered by machinery of any kind
What is a Type B fire extinguisher best used for?
Gasoline Fires