Canada Shipping Act
What is the main purpose of the Canada Shipping Act (CSA)?
To provide a framework of rules and regulations that incorporate international standards and guide the behavior of mariners.
What kind of waste management system must boats with toilets have onboard?
Boats with toilets must be equipped with either a holding tank or a marine sanitation device to manage sewage.
Which authorities are allowed to enforce boating regulations in Canada?
RCMP, provincial, municipal, and other designated local law enforcement officers can enforce boating regulations.
Under the Competency of Operators of Pleasure Craft Regulations (COPCR), what are three valid forms of proof of competency?
A Pleasure Craft Operator Card (PCOC)
Proof of completing a boating safety course in Canada before April 1, 1999
A completed rental boat safety checklist
What type of material should be used to clean bilges to prevent petroleum pollution?
Absorbent bilge cloths should be used. They are designed to absorb petroleum products while repelling water.
What is the fine for operating a power-driven pleasure craft without proof of competency?
The fine is $250.
What does the Small Vessel Regulations (SVR) mandate for pleasure craft, based on their size?
SVR requires them to carry minimum mandatory safety equipment, follow specific safety precautions, and adhere to construction standards like muffler requirements.
How can boaters help prevent the spread of invasive species when removing their boat from the water?
Boaters should clean the hull and bilge thoroughly to remove any invasive organisms that may be attached.
Are boaters required to comply with requests from enforcement officers?
Yes, vessel operators must comply with all lawful requests, such as showing ID and proof of competency.
According to the Charts and Nautical Publications Regulations, which vessels are not required to carry nautical charts or tide tables?
Pleasure crafts that are propelled by oars or paddles.
What must boaters do if pollutants are accidentally released from their vessel into the water?
Boaters are required to report any spill incidents immediately.
What is the penalty for not having enough approved, appropriately sized flotation devices on board?
The fine is $200 for each missing flotation device.
What is the role of the Collisions Regulations under the CSA?
To prevent collisions by providing clear directions on what actions mariners should take in specific on-water situations.
What type of toilet is not allowed on pleasure craft in Canadian waters?
Freestanding portable toilets are not allowed.
What are the safety equipment rules for non-residents operating a vessel in Canadian waters?
Non-residents using their own foreign-registered boat must meet their home country’s equipment requirements. However, if they are operating a Canadian vessel, they must follow Canadian equipment standards. Personal flotation devices from their home country are acceptable if they meet that country’s regulations.