Before Getting Underway
The left side of your boat is called?
Port Side
When preparing to dock, what is the safest way to stop the forward motion of your boat?
Shift into reverse
When would you need an anchor?
When "parking" your boat, or if it becomes disabled
Which boats/vessels require a Vermont registration?
Any vessel propelled by a motor
What should be included in your float plan?
The names and addresses of any passengers
The right side of your boat is called:
Starboard
What happens when two motorized vessels are heading towards each other?
Both boats turn to starboard side
What is one of the most gruesome of boating accidents?
Propeller strike accident
How long does a boating registration last in Vermont?
One year
When a PWC is overtaking a vessel, which vessel must give way?
The PWC
What is the front of your boat called?
The bow
What is happening if you only see a white light?
You are coming up to and over taking a boat
What other purpose does a pdf have besides being a floatation device?
It can help boaters and spotters see you in the water
What is the HIN?
Hull Identification Number
A power boat is underway in the fog, what sound signal should you hear?
1 prolonged blast, every 2 minutes
What is the rear of your boat called?
Stern
Coming up on a vessel (that is the stand on vessel) and you must give way to the right
What other purpose does a pdf have besides being a floatation device?
It can help boaters and spotters see you in the water
Who must take a boating safety course to operate a motor boat in the state of Vermont?
Anyone born after January 1, 1974
What is most important when selecting a PDF for a passenger?
Size of the passenger
What color light should be on starboard side?
Green
What is happening when you see a green light and a white light and what must you do?
you are approaching a boat and need to give way to the left
What is the circle of death?
A Phenomenon called steering torque forces the motor to slam to left causing boat to swerve sharply to the right throwing the victim over board and the boat continues around to get you
What is the minimum age to take a boaters safety course?
You must be a minimum of 12 years old
What piece of equipment on a boat is most important in preventing propeller strike injuries?
Engine cut off switch