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What does a boat's capacity plate tell you?
What does a boat's capacity plate tell you?
The maximum number of persons and/or weight the boat should carry.
Where must registration numbers and validation decals be displayed?
Where must registration numbers and validation decals be displayed?
The bow or the transom.
Which type of PFD offers the best protection when you are boating in rough waters?
Which type of PFD offers the best protection when you are boating in rough waters?
Wearable offshore life jacket.
When selecting a PFD, what should be the most important consideration?
When selecting a PFD, what should be the most important consideration?
PFDs are difficult to put on in the water.
PFDs are difficult to put on in the water.
When should a PFD be discarded and replaced?
When should a PFD be discarded and replaced?
Which type of fire extinguisher should be used on a gasoline fire?
Which type of fire extinguisher should be used on a gasoline fire?
Why should you never use automotive electrical parts on a vessel?
Why should you never use automotive electrical parts on a vessel?
When preparing to dock, what is the safest way to stop the forward motion of your boat?
When preparing to dock, what is the safest way to stop the forward motion of your boat?
When two vessels are operating in the same general area, who is responsible for maintaining a sharp lookout?
When two vessels are operating in the same general area, who is responsible for maintaining a sharp lookout?
What device(s) must vessels have on board when operating between sunset and sunrise?
What device(s) must vessels have on board when operating between sunset and sunrise?
What are small, flat-bottom boats prone to do?
What are small, flat-bottom boats prone to do?
Which is a common first indicator of an approaching thunderstorm?
Which is a common first indicator of an approaching thunderstorm?
When you are operating a boat on a lake and the weather turns bad, what should you do first?
When you are operating a boat on a lake and the weather turns bad, what should you do first?
During which time period must ALL vessels carrying night visual distress signals?
During which time period must ALL vessels carrying night visual distress signals?
When retrieving your boat onto a trailer, where should you prepare it for the drive home?
When retrieving your boat onto a trailer, where should you prepare it for the drive home?
What is the best way to find out about hazards on a local waterway?
What is the best way to find out about hazards on a local waterway?
What should you do before fueling your boat?
What should you do before fueling your boat?
The effect of alcohol consumed while boating is much greater than on land.
The effect of alcohol consumed while boating is much greater than on land.
On a recreational boat, the location of emergency equipment should be reviewed before departure with whom?
On a recreational boat, the location of emergency equipment should be reviewed before departure with whom?
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?
Who is responsible for explaining basic safety practices and laws to passengers?
Who is responsible for explaining basic safety practices and laws to passengers?
What factors should you consider when taking action to avoid collision?
What factors should you consider when taking action to avoid collision?
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?
What is the minimum distance that recreational vessels must stay from a U.S. Naval vessel?
What is the minimum distance that recreational vessels must stay from a U.S. Naval vessel?
Under what circumstances does maintaining a proper lookout using human sight and hearing apply to boats?
Under what circumstances does maintaining a proper lookout using human sight and hearing apply to boats?
According to the Navigation Rules, what is the give-way vessel's responsibility?
According to the Navigation Rules, what is the give-way vessel's responsibility?
In a powerboat crossing situation, what should boat A do to avoid a collision with boat B?
In a powerboat crossing situation, what should boat A do to avoid a collision with boat B?
According to the Navigation Rules, what factor should be considered in determining a safe speed?
According to the Navigation Rules, what factor should be considered in determining a safe speed?
How much alcohol does it take for most people to become impaired?
How much alcohol does it take for most people to become impaired?
How can you prepare for safety when paddling a canoe or kayak?
How can you prepare for safety when paddling a canoe or kayak?
Which features make regulatory and informational markers easy to identify?
Which features make regulatory and informational markers easy to identify?
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?
Which is the best precaution against carbon monoxide poisoning?
Which is the best precaution against carbon monoxide poisoning?
What is the only situation in which the duty to render assistance to another boater in an accident applies?
What is the only situation in which the duty to render assistance to another boater in an accident applies?
What should you do if your boat capsizes?
What should you do if your boat capsizes?
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?
What is most likely to cause someone to fall overboard?
What is most likely to cause someone to fall overboard?
What should you do first when someone falls overboard?
What should you do first when someone falls overboard?
How can propeller strike accidents be avoided?
How can propeller strike accidents be avoided?
Under which condition is a person at the greatest risk of developing hypothermia?
Under which condition is a person at the greatest risk of developing hypothermia?
Before letting someone operate your vessel, what should you determine about him or her?
Before letting someone operate your vessel, what should you determine about him or her?
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?
If your inboard/outboard boat runs aground, what action should you take in addition to shifting the weight away from the point of impact?
If your inboard/outboard boat runs aground, what action should you take in addition to shifting the weight away from the point of impact?
How do you know when you are operating your vessel at a safe speed?
How do you know when you are operating your vessel at a safe speed?
Which action may cause the loss of steering ability in a PWC?
Which action may cause the loss of steering ability in a PWC?
What is the purpose of the safety lanyard on a PWC?
What is the purpose of the safety lanyard on a PWC?
When should a vessel operator reduce speed to the minimum at which the vessel can be kept on course?
When should a vessel operator reduce speed to the minimum at which the vessel can be kept on course?
When reboarding a PWC after a fall, how should it be rolled?
When reboarding a PWC after a fall, how should it be rolled?
Which is a recommended water-skiing safety practice?
Which is a recommended water-skiing safety practice?
According to Tennessee law, children of what age must wear a USCG-approved PFD while on the open deck of a recreational vessel?
According to Tennessee law, children of what age must wear a USCG-approved PFD while on the open deck of a recreational vessel?
What is the blood alcohol concentration at which Tennessee Law considers a person to be 'under the influence'?
What is the blood alcohol concentration at which Tennessee Law considers a person to be 'under the influence'?
What must always be worn by the operator and any passengers on a personal watercraft on Tennessee waters?
What must always be worn by the operator and any passengers on a personal watercraft on Tennessee waters?
In Tennessee, a PWC operator must not jump the immediate wake within what distance of the vessel making the wake?
In Tennessee, a PWC operator must not jump the immediate wake within what distance of the vessel making the wake?
According to Tennessee law, how many feet away from a commercial dock does a 'no wake' zone apply unless otherwise posted?
According to Tennessee law, how many feet away from a commercial dock does a 'no wake' zone apply unless otherwise posted?
Which Tennessee residents must carry on board the wallet-sized Boating Safety Education Certificate?
Which Tennessee residents must carry on board the wallet-sized Boating Safety Education Certificate?
All boating accidents involving property damage higher than what dollar amount must be reported to TWRA within 10 days?
All boating accidents involving property damage higher than what dollar amount must be reported to TWRA within 10 days?
What are the only times that personal watercraft are allowed to operate on Tennessee waters?
What are the only times that personal watercraft are allowed to operate on Tennessee waters?
According to state law, how far must vessels not engaged in diving operations stay away from a displayed diver-down flag?
According to state law, how far must vessels not engaged in diving operations stay away from a displayed diver-down flag?
What is the minimum age one must be in order to rent a personal watercraft in Tennessee?
What is the minimum age one must be in order to rent a personal watercraft in Tennessee?
Study Notes
Boat Capacity and Registration
- A boat's capacity plate indicates the maximum weight or number of persons the boat can safely carry.
- Registration numbers and validation decals must be displayed on the bow or transom of the vessel.
Personal Flotation Devices (PFDs)
- Wearable offshore life jackets provide optimal protection in rough waters.
- Size is the most important factor when selecting a PFD.
- PFDs can be difficult to don while in water; they should be in good condition without rips or tears before use.
Fire Safety
- Use a Type B fire extinguisher for gasoline fires.
- Automotive electrical parts should not be used on a vessel as they could create sparks and cause fires.
Safe Boating Practices
- To safely dock, shift into reverse to stop forward motion, approach slowly, and maneuver carefully.
- Operators of vessels are responsible for maintaining a sharp lookout and avoiding collisions.
- Navigation lights must be displayed between sunset and sunrise, and during times of restricted visibility.
Weather Awareness and Safety
- Small, flat-bottom boats are prone to capsizing or swamping; distribute weight evenly and keep gear low.
- A buildup of dark clouds is a common indicator of an approaching thunderstorm.
- In bad weather on a lake, ensure all passengers are wearing properly fitted PFDs.
Regulations and Responsibilities
- All vessels must carry night visual distress signals at all times on federally controlled waters.
- Prepare your boat for transport away from boat ramps to avoid blocking traffic and to properly dispose of weeds and water.
Boating Hazards and Collision Prevention
- The best way to learn about local waterway hazards is to consult a nautical chart.
- Before fueling, turn off the engine and secure all openings to prevent fuel vapors from entering the vessel.
- The effect of alcohol is significantly greater while boating; even one drink can impair a person's abilities.
Emergency Procedures
- When someone falls overboard, reduce speed and throw them a PFD.
- If your boat capsizes, stay with the boat unless it's drifting towards a hazard.
- Keep air flowing through the vessel to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning.
Legal and Safety Standards in Tennessee
- Vessel operators must inform everyone aboard about basic safety practices and navigation rules.
- Children aged 12 and under must wear a USCG-approved PFD on open decks of recreational vessels.
- Tennessee law establishes a blood alcohol concentration of 0.08% or greater as the legal limit for operators.
Personal Watercraft (PWC) Regulations
- A PWC operator must wear a personal flotation device at all times.
- It is illegal to jump the wake of another vessel within 100 feet.
- Personal watercraft are only allowed to operate on Tennessee waters from sunrise until sunset.
Maintaining Safety
- Ensure the location of emergency equipment is known to all passengers before departure.
- A safe speed is determined by having enough time to avoid collisions, factoring in visibility conditions.
- Operators should avoid letting off the throttle control on PWCs to maintain steering ability.
Final Safety Notes
- Verify the age of individuals seeking to operate a PWC; the minimum age in Tennessee is 16.
- Report all boating accidents over $1,000 in property damage to TWRA within ten days.
- Maintain a safe distance of 50 feet from diver-down flags when operating vessels not engaged in diving.
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