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What does a PFD Type I do?
What does a PFD Type I do?
- Provides flotation for small children
- Turns an unconscious person face up in the water (correct)
- Is designed for use in calm waters
- Helps a conscious person
What type of fire does a Class B fire extinguisher extinguish?
What type of fire does a Class B fire extinguisher extinguish?
Flammable liquid fires
What type of fire does a Class C fire extinguisher extinguish?
What type of fire does a Class C fire extinguisher extinguish?
Electrical fires
What type of fire does a Class A fire extinguisher extinguish?
What type of fire does a Class A fire extinguisher extinguish?
Who should the skipper conduct a pre-departure briefing about emergency equipment with?
Who should the skipper conduct a pre-departure briefing about emergency equipment with?
What should you consider when buying a boat?
What should you consider when buying a boat?
What does the P.A.S.S. technique stand for?
What does the P.A.S.S. technique stand for?
Where should you fill a portable gas tank for an outboard?
Where should you fill a portable gas tank for an outboard?
If a PFD has a torn strap, is it considered usable?
If a PFD has a torn strap, is it considered usable?
What is the required number of hand-held fire extinguishers for a boat less than 26' with no fixed system?
What is the required number of hand-held fire extinguishers for a boat less than 26' with no fixed system?
What is the required number of hand-held fire extinguishers for a boat 26' to less than 40' with no fixed system?
What is the required number of hand-held fire extinguishers for a boat 26' to less than 40' with no fixed system?
What is the required number of hand-held fire extinguishers for a boat 40' to 65' with no fixed system?
What is the required number of hand-held fire extinguishers for a boat 40' to 65' with no fixed system?
When selecting a PFD for a small child, you must match _______ to ______.
When selecting a PFD for a small child, you must match _______ to ______.
Gasoline vapors will tend to accumulate in the _______.
Gasoline vapors will tend to accumulate in the _______.
Oily rags in the bilge increase the risk of ______.
Oily rags in the bilge increase the risk of ______.
Who should you leave a written float plan with?
Who should you leave a written float plan with?
Before starting an inboard gasoline engine, what should you do?
Before starting an inboard gasoline engine, what should you do?
How does a boat going ahead steer compared to a car?
How does a boat going ahead steer compared to a car?
Vessels operating in the US in coastal waters or on the Great Lakes must be equipped with what?
Vessels operating in the US in coastal waters or on the Great Lakes must be equipped with what?
Aerial pyrotechnics are visible for a longer distance than hand-held flares.
Aerial pyrotechnics are visible for a longer distance than hand-held flares.
What should you always check before heading out for a day on the water?
What should you always check before heading out for a day on the water?
If the wind suddenly picks up, what should you have everyone do?
If the wind suddenly picks up, what should you have everyone do?
Where are your pyrotechnic visual distress signals stored?
Where are your pyrotechnic visual distress signals stored?
How should you load your boat for good trim and balance?
How should you load your boat for good trim and balance?
How do you get the most reliable weather forecast?
How do you get the most reliable weather forecast?
Safety equipment for a powerboat would include what?
Safety equipment for a powerboat would include what?
What is the first rule of docking?
What is the first rule of docking?
What is a Class A boat?
What is a Class A boat?
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Study Notes
Personal Flotation Devices (PFDs)
- PFD Type I: Designed to turn an unconscious person face up in water.
- Selecting a PFD for Children: Match the child's weight to the capacity of the PFD.
Fire Extinguishers
- Class B Fire Extinguisher: Extinguishes flammable liquid fires, such as gasoline, oil, and grease (remember “B - burn”).
- Class C Fire Extinguisher: Used for electrical fires (think "C - current").
- Class A Fire Extinguisher: For fires involving wood, paper, rubber, plastic, and textiles, leaving ash residue (think “A - Ash”).
Fire Extinguisher Requirements by Boat Size
- Boats under 26': One B-I fire extinguisher required if no fixed system; none needed if a fixed system is present.
- Boats 26' to under 40': Two B-I or one B-II extinguisher required if no fixed system; one B-I if a fixed system is present.
- Boats 40' to 65': Three B-I or one B-II plus one B-I extinguisher required if no fixed system; two B-I or one B-II required if a fixed system is present.
Safety Practices
- Pre-departure Briefing: Skipper should inform everyone on board about emergency equipment locations.
- Float Plan: Leave with a responsible person; should include planned stops and expected return time/date.
- Check Weather Forecast: Always check the weather before heading out for safety.
- Response to Wind Increase: Ensure everyone puts on a USCG approved PFD.
- Portable Gas Tank Filling: Fill at the fuel dock, not on the boat.
Fire Safety Techniques
- PASS Technique for Extinguishing Fire:
- PULL the pin
- AIM at the base of the fire
- SQUEEZE the handle continuously or in short bursts
- SWEEP at the fire with a sweeping motion.
General Boat Safety
- Gasoline Vapors: Tend to accumulate in the bilge, posing a safety risk.
- Oil Rags in Bilge: Increase the risk of fire.
- Weather Advisory: Get up-to-date NOAA weather advisory on VHF weather channel for reliable forecasts.
- Docking Rule: Always plan your approach considering wind and current.
Loading and Balance
- Loading a Boat: Load passengers and equipment alternately and check trim frequently to maintain balance.
Storage for Distress Signals
- Visual Distress Signals: Store in a cool, dry place in a red or orange watertight container marked “Distress Signals.”
Steering Considerations
- Boat Steering: Unlike cars, boats pivot around a point near the bow when moving ahead.
Miscellaneous
- Oily Rags in Bilge Risk: Increased fire risk due to the presence of combustible materials.
- Pyrotechnic Signals vs. Hand-held Flares: Aerial pyrotechnics are visible for a longer distance than hand-held flares.
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