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What does the boat's capacity plate tell you?
What does the boat's capacity plate tell you?
Maximum number of people and/or weight the boat should carry
When one vessel is overtaking another, which one is the give way vessel?
When one vessel is overtaking another, which one is the give way vessel?
The vessel overtaking another vessel
What should you do before starting an inboard gasoline engine?
What should you do before starting an inboard gasoline engine?
Sniff the bilge and engine compartments for fumes
Which is a characteristic of Lowhead dams?
Which is a characteristic of Lowhead dams?
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What information should a float plan contain?
What information should a float plan contain?
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What is the first thing you should do after loading a boat onto a trailer?
What is the first thing you should do after loading a boat onto a trailer?
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In what area of the boat are gasoline fumes most likely to accumulate?
In what area of the boat are gasoline fumes most likely to accumulate?
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What safety precaution should you take while filling the tank of a gasoline powered boat?
What safety precaution should you take while filling the tank of a gasoline powered boat?
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Why should bilges be kept clean and free of trash?
Why should bilges be kept clean and free of trash?
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On a recreational boat, the location of the emergency equipment should be reviewed before departure with which persons?
On a recreational boat, the location of the emergency equipment should be reviewed before departure with which persons?
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When is the best time to clean your boat in order to stop the spread of aquatic nuisance species?
When is the best time to clean your boat in order to stop the spread of aquatic nuisance species?
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Where may untreated human waste be dumped overboard while on inland waters?
Where may untreated human waste be dumped overboard while on inland waters?
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Why should you watch your wake when operating a boat near other boats or when entering a congested area?
Why should you watch your wake when operating a boat near other boats or when entering a congested area?
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According to navigation rules, under what circumstances does maintaining a proper lookout using human sight and hearing apply to boats?
According to navigation rules, under what circumstances does maintaining a proper lookout using human sight and hearing apply to boats?
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According to navigation rules, what is the give way vessel's responsibility?
According to navigation rules, what is the give way vessel's responsibility?
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According to navigation rules, what factors should be considered in determining a safe speed?
According to navigation rules, what factors should be considered in determining a safe speed?
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When two vessels are operating in the same general area, who is responsible for avoiding a collision?
When two vessels are operating in the same general area, who is responsible for avoiding a collision?
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At night, the red sidelight indicates which side of the vessel?
At night, the red sidelight indicates which side of the vessel?
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Which features make regulatory and informational markers easy to identify?
Which features make regulatory and informational markers easy to identify?
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When returning to port from seaward and you see a red buoy, how should you proceed?
When returning to port from seaward and you see a red buoy, how should you proceed?
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To follow the proper method for anchoring, where should you slowly lower the anchor?
To follow the proper method for anchoring, where should you slowly lower the anchor?
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Which action may cause the loss of steering ability in a PWC?
Which action may cause the loss of steering ability in a PWC?
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What is the purpose of the ignition safety switch lanyard on a PWC?
What is the purpose of the ignition safety switch lanyard on a PWC?
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When boarding a PWC after a fall, how should it be rolled?
When boarding a PWC after a fall, how should it be rolled?
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What is the fine and jail time given to a person convicted for the first time of boating while intoxicated in Texas?
What is the fine and jail time given to a person convicted for the first time of boating while intoxicated in Texas?
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According to the Texas water safety act, how far must you keep your vessel from a diving area marked by a diver down flag?
According to the Texas water safety act, how far must you keep your vessel from a diving area marked by a diver down flag?
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Texas law requires that a PWC must stay what minimum distance from another vessel, unless the PWC is maintaining minimum headway speed?
Texas law requires that a PWC must stay what minimum distance from another vessel, unless the PWC is maintaining minimum headway speed?
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Under which circumstances is an operator involved in a boating accident not required to stop their vessel immediately at the scene of the accident and give assistance?
Under which circumstances is an operator involved in a boating accident not required to stop their vessel immediately at the scene of the accident and give assistance?
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Which is a characteristic of a Type III PFD?
Which is a characteristic of a Type III PFD?
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When selecting a PFD, what should be the most important consideration?
When selecting a PFD, what should be the most important consideration?
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Which safety precaution should a boat operator take first when boating in stormy weather?
Which safety precaution should a boat operator take first when boating in stormy weather?
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When is a USCG approved PFD considered not serviceable?
When is a USCG approved PFD considered not serviceable?
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How many B-I fire extinguishers are required for an 18 foot powerboat with installed fuel tanks?
How many B-I fire extinguishers are required for an 18 foot powerboat with installed fuel tanks?
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When paddling a canoe in Texas at night, which piece of equipment should you carry to help avoid a collision?
When paddling a canoe in Texas at night, which piece of equipment should you carry to help avoid a collision?
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What does the letter 'B' on a B-I fire extinguisher indicate?
What does the letter 'B' on a B-I fire extinguisher indicate?
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On inland waters what device must vessels have on board when operating between sunset and sunrise?
On inland waters what device must vessels have on board when operating between sunset and sunrise?
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According to navigation rules, what item must be on board a 22 foot powerboat?
According to navigation rules, what item must be on board a 22 foot powerboat?
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Which is a common first indicator of an approaching thunderstorm?
Which is a common first indicator of an approaching thunderstorm?
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What is the effect of the use of alcohol by boat operators or passengers?
What is the effect of the use of alcohol by boat operators or passengers?
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Where is the most likely place a swimmer could get a fatal dose of carbon monoxide?
Where is the most likely place a swimmer could get a fatal dose of carbon monoxide?
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Which is the best precaution against carbon monoxide poisoning?
Which is the best precaution against carbon monoxide poisoning?
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How should you pass a fishing boat or a boat that is anchored?
How should you pass a fishing boat or a boat that is anchored?
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What should you do if your boat capsizes?
What should you do if your boat capsizes?
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What is the cause of most boating accidents?
What is the cause of most boating accidents?
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When separated from your boat in a swift river current, you should float on your back with your feet where?
When separated from your boat in a swift river current, you should float on your back with your feet where?
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What is the major cause of fatalities involving small boats?
What is the major cause of fatalities involving small boats?
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What is a risk you need to be aware of when boating in warm weather?
What is a risk you need to be aware of when boating in warm weather?
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How do you treat a victim of cold water immersion?
How do you treat a victim of cold water immersion?
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How should you aim a fire extinguisher's stream when extinguishing a fire?
How should you aim a fire extinguisher's stream when extinguishing a fire?
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If your inboard/outboard boat runs aground and is not leaking, you should shift the weight away from the point of impact and do what?
If your inboard/outboard boat runs aground and is not leaking, you should shift the weight away from the point of impact and do what?
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Under what conditions do most boating accidents occur?
Under what conditions do most boating accidents occur?
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Which type of fire extinguisher does the US Coast Guard require to be on board a PWC?
Which type of fire extinguisher does the US Coast Guard require to be on board a PWC?
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Which is a recommended water skiing safety practice?
Which is a recommended water skiing safety practice?
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Where must a vessel's Texas registration number be displayed?
Where must a vessel's Texas registration number be displayed?
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What is the minimum age that an individual, who has passed a boater education course approved by Texas Parks and Wildlife, may operate a PWC unaccompanied upon the waters of Texas?
What is the minimum age that an individual, who has passed a boater education course approved by Texas Parks and Wildlife, may operate a PWC unaccompanied upon the waters of Texas?
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What blood or breath alcohol concentration is considered to be intoxicated when operating a vessel in Texas?
What blood or breath alcohol concentration is considered to be intoxicated when operating a vessel in Texas?
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According to Texas law, children under what age must wear a USCG approved PFD while underway in a vessel less than 26 feet long?
According to Texas law, children under what age must wear a USCG approved PFD while underway in a vessel less than 26 feet long?
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According to Texas law, what are the legal hours of operation for personal watercraft?
According to Texas law, what are the legal hours of operation for personal watercraft?
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Which of these documents must be carried on board your vessel whenever it is operated on Texas waters?
Which of these documents must be carried on board your vessel whenever it is operated on Texas waters?
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Study Notes
Boat Safety and Operation
- A boat's capacity plate indicates the maximum number of passengers and weight it can safely carry.
- In overtaking situations, the overtaking vessel is responsible for giving way.
- Before starting an inboard gasoline engine, check for gas fumes in the bilge and engine compartments.
- Lowhead dams are hazardous due to dangers both above and below the structure.
Safety Plans and Procedures
- A float plan should detail when to contact authorities and include date and time.
- After loading a boat onto a trailer, it is essential to move the trailer away from the boat ramp.
- Gasoline fumes typically accumulate in the bilge.
- When refueling a gasoline boat, open all hatches and portholes for ventilation.
Environmental Compliance and Emergency Preparedness
- Clean bilges help comply with local ordinances and prevent pollution.
- Emergency equipment location should be communicated to everyone aboard before departure.
- Clean your boat before leaving the ramp to prevent the spread of aquatic nuisance species.
- It is illegal to dump untreated human waste overboard in inland waters.
Navigation Rules and Responsibilities
- Pay attention to your wake to avoid causing injury or damage in busy areas.
- All boats must maintain a proper lookout with human sight and hearing at all times.
- The give way vessel is required to take early and significant action to keep clear.
- Safe speed should factor in visibility conditions.
Collision Avoidance
- Both vessels operating in the same area share the responsibility of avoiding collisions.
- A red sidelight on a vessel indicates the port (left) side at night.
- Regulatory markers are white with orange geometric shapes for easy identification.
Anchoring and PWC Safety
- For proper anchoring, the anchor should be lowered slowly from the bow.
- Letting off the throttle on a PWC can lead to loss of steering ability.
- The ignition safety switch lanyard on a PWC stops the engine if the operator falls off.
- Roll onto a PWC in the direction marked on the hull when reboarding.
Legal Regulations
- The penalty for first-time boating while intoxicated in Texas can include fines of up to $2000 and/or up to 180 days in jail.
- Keep at least 50 feet away from diving areas marked with a diver down flag.
- Texas law mandates that a PWC must stay 50 feet away from other vessels unless maintaining headway speed.
Personal Flotation Devices (PFD)
- Type III PFDs may not turn most unconscious wearers face up.
- The most critical factor when selecting a PFD is proper fit.
- All persons aboard should wear US Coast Guard-approved PFDs during stormy weather.
- A PFD is deemed unserviceable if it has rip or tear.
Fire Safety and Equipment
- An 18-foot powerboat must have at least one B-I fire extinguisher on board.
- A flashlight is essential for night paddling in a canoe to avoid collisions.
- The "B" on a B-I fire extinguisher signifies it is designed for Class B fires.
Night Operation and Precautions
- Vessels operating between sunset and sunrise must have navigation lights on board.
- A 22-foot powerboat must carry a whistle or horn, along with a bell for signaling.
- A thunderstorm's early sign is often dark cloud buildup.
Alcohol and Carbon Monoxide Risks
- Alcohol slows physical reactions for both operators and passengers.
- Swimmers are at risk for carbon monoxide poisoning near outboard engines.
- Keeping air flowing through the vessel reduces the risk of carbon monoxide poisoning.
Boating Safety and Accident Prevention
- Pass fishing boats and anchored vessels at a safe distance, minimizing wake.
- In case of a capsized boat, remain with the vessel if possible.
- Most boating accidents stem from human error.
- When caught in a swift river current, float on your back with feet downstream.
Safety Awareness and Treatment
- Fatalities on small boats most often result from falling overboard and drowning.
- Dehydration is a risk during warm weather boating.
- Cold water immersion victims require immediate medical attention.
- Aim a fire extinguisher at the base of flames, sweeping side to side for effective use.
Legal Requirements and Registration
- Shift weight away from the point of impact if a boat runs aground without leaking.
- Most boating accidents are common in calm weather with clear skies and light winds.
- A Class B fire extinguisher is required on a PWC according to USCG regulations.
- Hold up skis while in the water as a safety practice for water skiing.
- Texas registration numbers must be displayed on both sides of the bow.
- A person aged 13 or older can operate a PWC unaccompanied if they have completed an approved boater education course.
- An alcohol concentration of 0.08% is considered intoxicated when operating a vessel in Texas.
- Children under the age of 13 must wear a USCG-approved PFD while on vessels under 26 feet.
- Legal hours for operating personal watercraft in Texas are from sunrise to sunset.
- Carry a certificate of number onboard whenever operating a vessel on Texas waters.
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