Criminal Code
True or False: An operator is able to operate a vessel while impaired by alcohol, drugs, or controlled substances.
False
What is the purpose of the Cantraventions Act?
Provides a procedure for less-serious offences to be prosecuted in a regulatory manner - not under the Criminal Code
Are non-residents of Canada required to carry a proof of competency if they are operating a pleasure craft for less than 45 consecutive days?
No
What is sewage?
Human/animal body waste
Which act would I be fined under if I were speeding?
Contraventions Act
True
What are Vessel Operation Restriction Regulations?
Restrictions such as vessel types, speed limits, shoreline, speed zones, maximum engine power limits, and other operating restrictions
Freestanding portable toilets are not allowed on pleasure crafts. What two appliances can replace these?
Toilets fitted with holding tanks or marine sanitation devices.
Which act would I be fined under if I were operating a pleasure craft after being found guilty of a substance-related offence in a motor vehicle?
Criminal Code of Canada
Is an operator able to operate an unseaworthy vessel?
No
What are Small Vessel Regulations?
The minimum mandatory safety equipment required to be carried on a pleasure craft and mandatory construction requirements
What is a bilge? How can I prevent pollutants from the bilge from polluting the body of water I'm in?
The lowest point on a vessel.
To prevent discharge of pollutants, all bilges should be equipped with bilge cleaners to decrease the concentration of these pollutants should they accidentally be emptied into the water.
Marine signals should not be interfered with. What are two possible ways someone might accidentally interfere with them?
1) Making fast/anchoring to a buoy
2) Altering the signal or its location
What are Collision Regulations?
Published set of rules to prevent collisions at sea with set guidelines for any situation that may arise on the water
Committing an offence according to the Criminal Code could result in what?
Fines or imprisonment/probation
What are the 3 ways I can show proof of competency if asked while I am operating a pleasure craft?
1) PCOC
2) Course certificate
3) Completed rental boat safety checklist
What three acts must all pleasure craft operators comply with?
1) Criminal Code of Canada
2) Contraventions Act
3) Canada Shipping Act of 2001