Boating Exam - CT Flashcards

Questions and Answers

What are the four length classes of vessels?

Less than 20 ft; 20 ft to less than 30 ft; 30 ft to less than 40 ft; 40 ft to less than 80 ft

Less than 25 ft; 25 ft to less than 35 ft; 35 ft to less than 45 ft; 45 ft to less than 60 ft

Less than 10 ft; 10 ft to less than 20 ft; 20 ft to less than 30 ft; 30 ft to less than 50 ft

Less than 16 ft; 16 ft to less than 26 ft; 26 ft to less than 40 ft; 40 ft to less than 65 ft (correct)

What are the basic types of vessel hulls?

Displacement and pontoon

Planing and displacement (correct)

Flat and round

Deep and flat

Which of the following are three basic hull shapes?

Multi-hull, round, flat

Flat, round, multi-hull

Flat, round, deep vee (correct)

Deep vee, catamaran, flat

Another hull type is?

Multi-hull Signup and view all the answers

The port side of a vessel is the ___ side.

left Signup and view all the answers

What are the four basic types of engines?

Stern drive, outboard, inboard, jet drive Signup and view all the answers

Stern drive and inboard engines are?

Automotive engines adapted for marine use Signup and view all the answers

What does the U.S. Coast Guard consider personal watercraft?

A small vessel designed to be operated by a person or persons sitting, standing, or kneeling on the vessel rather than inside the vessel that uses an inboard engine and is primarily propelled by a jet drive. Signup and view all the answers

Personal watercraft are subject to?

All boating laws and laws specific to PWCs Signup and view all the answers

___ is a device used to pump and force water under pressure through a steering nozzle at the rear of the vessel.

An impeller Signup and view all the answers

What information is displayed on the capacity plate of an outboard powerboat?

Hull manufacturer's recommended maximum number of persons, recommended maximum horsepower rating, and maximum weight capacity. Signup and view all the answers

You should include ___ on your float plan before you embark on an extended outing.

Number, names, and addresses of passengers, the number size and make of the vessel and the route you are taking, the date and location of your stopping points, and when you plan to return. Signup and view all the answers

What should you do before fueling your vessel?

Turn off all engines and electrical equipment Signup and view all the answers

A rule of thumb to prevent running out of fuel on a PWC is?

Use one-third to get out, one-third to get back, and one-third in reserve for emergencies Signup and view all the answers

If the combined weight of the vessel and its engine is more than ___ of the recommended load capacity of the trailer, you should get the next larger trailer.

90% Signup and view all the answers

Tongue weight is the weight a loaded trailer ___ on the towing hitch.

places Signup and view all the answers

Tongue weight of a trailer should be ___ of the combined vessel and trailer weight.

7%-10% Signup and view all the answers

As a courtesy to other boaters, you should?

Prepare your vessel for launching well away from the ramp. Signup and view all the answers

To perform good marine engine maintenance, you should?

Check the engine for anything that requires tightening, repairing, or replacing. Signup and view all the answers

If the wind direction is toward the dock, you should always cast off?

The stern line. Signup and view all the answers

The ___ is the vessel which is required to take early and substantial action to avoid a collision by stopping, slowing down, or changing course.

give-way vessel Signup and view all the answers

If you are driving a powerboat or PWC and meet another powerboat or PWC head-on, you should turn to?

starboard Signup and view all the answers

When two powerboats are meeting head-on, ___ is the stand-on vessel.

Neither of the boats Signup and view all the answers

If you see a red and a white light ahead when boating at night, you should?

Give way to the other vessel. Signup and view all the answers

If you see only a green light while boating at night, you know that you are encountering a?

Sailboat and must give way. Signup and view all the answers

If you see only a white light while boating at night, you are ___ and you must give way.

Approaching an anchored vessel or overtaking another vessel. Signup and view all the answers

___ are the 'traffic signals' that guide boaters safely along their course.

Buoys and markers. Signup and view all the answers

___ on lateral markers indicate the edge of the channel on your right side as a boater heads upstream.

Red colors, red lights, and even numbers. Signup and view all the answers

This buoy indicates the edge of the channel on the ___ as a boater enters from the open sea or heads upstream.

Left side. Signup and view all the answers

A regulatory marker with an open diamond indicates a?

Danger area Signup and view all the answers

A regulatory marker with a diamond with an x indicates areas that are ___ to vessels.

Off-limits Signup and view all the answers

A good rule of thumb is that the anchor line should be at least ___ times the depth of the water.

5-10 Signup and view all the answers

You should never anchor from the ___ of the vessel as that can make the vessel unstable.

Stern. Signup and view all the answers

Operators of personal watercraft?

Have requirements specific to them Signup and view all the answers

In order to maintain steering control of a PWC, you must?

Have power Signup and view all the answers

As a courtesy to other boaters and people on shore, PWC operators should?

Vary their operating area. Signup and view all the answers

Wake jumping and riding too close to other vessels are?

The most common complaints other boaters have against PWC operators Signup and view all the answers

A safety device that shuts the engine off if the operator is thrown from the proper operating position is known as a?

Ignition safety switch. Signup and view all the answers

The ___ is a number assigned and imprinted by the vessel manufacturer and is unique to your vessel.

Hull Identification Number (HIN). Signup and view all the answers

Allowing passengers on an open-bow to ___ while underway is unlawful operation.

Sit on the bow or gunwale. Signup and view all the answers

If your blood alcohol concentration (BAC) is above the legal limit, it is illegal to?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

___ does not meet Connecticut requirements for an approved PFD on board for each person on board or being towed.

Type IV: throwable device Signup and view all the answers

Vessels 16 ft or longer are required to have one ___ U.S. Coast Guard-approved.

Type IV: throwable device Signup and view all the answers

In order for a PFD to be legal, it must be U.S. Coast Guard-approved and ___.

Readily accessible Signup and view all the answers

PWC operators, no matter what age, must wear ___ whenever underway.

An approved PFD. Signup and view all the answers

Powerboats less than 26 feet long that require a fire extinguisher must have a ___ extinguisher on board.

Type B Signup and view all the answers

All vessels (including PWCs) are required to have Type B fire extinguishers on board if?

The vessel has permanently installed fuel tanks Signup and view all the answers

It is recommended that you turn on your vessel's power ventilation system (if so equipped) for at least?

4 minutes after fueling and before starting the engine. Signup and view all the answers

For an 18-foot powerboat underway, the required navigation lights are red and green sidelights and?

A masthead light and a stern light or an all-around white light Signup and view all the answers

A 16-foot canoe away from dock after dark must have on hand at least:

One lantern or flashlight Signup and view all the answers

___ are two visual distress signals (VDSs) for use after dark.

Red flare and electric light Signup and view all the answers

Diver-down flags can be identified as?

A red flag with a white diagonal stripe or a blue and yellow flag Signup and view all the answers

If an observer is on board when pulling a skier behind a PWC, the PWC should be rated to carry at least?

3 people Signup and view all the answers

Persons being towed behind a vessel on water skis or any other device:

Must have a responsible observer at least 12 years of age on board Signup and view all the answers

It is illegal to discharge ___ into federally controlled or state waters.

Trash, oil, and un-treated water Signup and view all the answers

You must report any accident you are involved in if it results in:

Damage to vessels and other property exceeding $500 Signup and view all the answers

In a typical boating fatality, PFDs are:

On board but not in use Signup and view all the answers

___ is a boating stressor that makes you tire more rapidly when on the water.

The vibration of the vessel, the glare of the sun and the noise of the engine. Signup and view all the answers

To prevent dehydration while on the water, you should drink some water at least every ___ minutes.

15-20 Signup and view all the answers

Because of stressors, one-___ of the amount of alcohol that makes a person legally intoxicated on land can make someone equally intoxicated when on the water.

Third Signup and view all the answers

___ is a major contributor to boating accidents and fatalities.

Alcohol Signup and view all the answers

If you are on shore and someone has fallen into the water, an easy way to remember priorities for rescuing is:

Reach, throw, row, and go. Signup and view all the answers

If you capsize your boat in cold water and can't get back in, you should?

Stay with your boat. Signup and view all the answers

If an engine fire erupts on your boat while underway, you should:

Stop the vessel, and have everyone who is not wearing a PFD put one on. Signup and view all the answers

___ occurs when the body loses heat faster than it can produce it.

Hypothermia. Signup and view all the answers

The position you should assume if trapped in cold water, 'HELP', stands for:

Heat Escape Lessening Posture. Signup and view all the answers

Bleeding usually can be controlled by applying ___ to the wound.

Direct pressure. Signup and view all the answers

As the operator of a vessel, you are responsible for ensuring that your passengers understand basic:

Safety practices and laws. Signup and view all the answers

As the owner of a vessel, you:

Are required to make sure that anyone you allow to operate your vessel meets all legal requirements. Signup and view all the answers

Before allowing anyone to operate your PWC, you should remind him or her that power is:

Required for steering control. Signup and view all the answers

To protect the environment, practice the three 'Rs' -

Reduce, reuse, recycle. Signup and view all the answers

If you capsize in a canoe, stay on the ___ side of the canoe.

Upstream. Signup and view all the answers

A skier with one ski pointed towards the sky means:

Skier down - watch! Signup and view all the answers

Thumbs down means:

Slow down. Signup and view all the answers

A right hand out means:

Turn right. Signup and view all the answers

An 'ok' symbol with your hand means:

Speed OK. Signup and view all the answers

When picking up a skier, always keep him or her in view and on the ___ side of the vessel.

Operator's. Signup and view all the answers

Windsurfers should wear ___ to avoid hypothermia.

A wetsuit. Signup and view all the answers

When a sailboat is passing under power lines and bridges, you need to be aware of the:

Masthead clearance. Signup and view all the answers

Hunters who use vessels to get to their hunting spot should always wear their:

PFD. Signup and view all the answers

The HIN is:

Permanently attached to the exterior of the hull at the transom. Signup and view all the answers

Gasoline vapors are?

Heavier than air Signup and view all the answers

Before fueling:

Close all windows, doors, and hatches. Signup and view all the answers

After fueling:

Open all windows, doors, and hatches. Signup and view all the answers

Rule of thirds:

One-third. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Vessel Classes and Hull Types

Four length classes of vessels: under 16 ft, 16 ft to <26 ft, 26 ft to <40 ft, 40 ft to <65 ft.
Basic hull types include planing and displacement.
Three basic hull shapes: flat, round, deep vee.
Multi-hull is another hull type.

Vessel Terminology

Port side refers to the left side of a vessel.
Capacity plate displays recommended maximum persons, horsepower, and weight for outboard boats.
Personal watercraft (PWC) classified as small vessels operated by sitting, standing, or kneeling individuals.

Marine Engines and Equipment

Four basic engine types: stern drive, outboard, inboard, jet drive.
Stern and inboard engines are automotive engines modified for marine use.
An impeller pumps water under pressure through a nozzle for steering.

Boating Safety and Planning

Include passenger details, vessel specifications, and route on a float plan.
Always turn off engines and electrical equipment before refueling.
To avoid running out of fuel, reserve one-third for emergencies.

Trailer and Towing Guidelines

The combined weight of vessel and engine must not exceed 90% of the trailer's load capacity.
Tongue weight should be 7%-10% of total trailer weight and is the weight applied to the towing hitch.

Prepare vessels away from the launch ramp to respect other boaters.
Good engine maintenance includes checking for necessary repairs or adjustments.

The give-way vessel must take action to avoid collisions.
When meeting another powerboat head-on, turn to starboard.
Nighttime navigation requires knowledge of light signals: red and white means give way; green means encounter a sailboat; white means approaching another vessel or anchored one.

Buoys, Markers, and Anchoring

Buoys and markers are critical for navigation; red on the right when heading upstream.
Regulatory markers indicate danger areas or no access zones.
Anchor lines should be 5-10 times the water depth, avoiding anchoring from the stern.

Personal Watercraft (PWC) Regulations

PWC operators have specific legal requirements.
Operators must maintain power for steering control and vary their operating area.
Passengers must wear approved PFDs (Personal Flotation Devices).

Safety Devices and Emergency Procedures

Ignition safety switch disables the engine if the operator is ejected.
In cold water incidents, stay with the boat for safety.
If an accident occurs with damage over $500, it must be reported.

Health and Environmental Awareness

Dehydration can be prevented by drinking water every 15-20 minutes.
Alcohol consumption significantly increases boating risks; one-third of land's legal limit may impair on water.
Practice the three "Rs" for environmental protection: Reduce, reuse, recycle.

Communication and Crisis Management

Use hand signals for skiing communication: thumbs down to slow down, right hand out for right turn, and "OK" signal for speed.
In case of engine fire, stop the vessel and ensure everyone is wearing a PFD.

Winter and Weather Precautions

Windsurfers should wear wetsuits to prevent hypothermia.
Awareness of masthead clearance is essential when navigating under power lines and bridges.

Equipment Standards

Fire extinguishers on powerboats under 26 ft must be Type B.
PFDs must be U.S. Coast Guard-approved and easily accessible onboard.

Boater Responsibility

Boat operators must ensure passengers understand safety laws.
Owners are ultimately responsible for ensuring their vessel complies with regulations.

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Test your knowledge on various aspects of boating with these flashcards. Covering vessel length classes, hull types, and shapes, this quiz helps you prepare for boating regulations efficiently. Perfect for those looking to understand the fundamentals of boating.