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The port is the ____ side of a vessel.
The port is the ____ side of a vessel.
left
The stern is the ____ of a vessel.
The stern is the ____ of a vessel.
back
Name three basic hull shapes.
Name three basic hull shapes.
round bottom, flat bottom, and vee bottom
How often should you drink water while boating to prevent dehydration?
How often should you drink water while boating to prevent dehydration?
One-_____ of the amount of alcohol that makes a person legally intoxicated on land can be enough to make someone equally intoxicated when on the water.
One-_____ of the amount of alcohol that makes a person legally intoxicated on land can be enough to make someone equally intoxicated when on the water.
_______ is a major contributor to boating accidents and fatalities.
_______ is a major contributor to boating accidents and fatalities.
An easy way to remember the priorities for rescuing someone who has fallen in the water is _____, ___, _____, and __!
An easy way to remember the priorities for rescuing someone who has fallen in the water is _____, ___, _____, and __!
In a typical boating fatality, life jackets are ___________ but are not _________.
In a typical boating fatality, life jackets are ___________ but are not _________.
Name three boating stressors that make you tire more rapidly when on the water.
Name three boating stressors that make you tire more rapidly when on the water.
True or False: If you capsize, immediately swim to the shore to ensure your safety.
True or False: If you capsize, immediately swim to the shore to ensure your safety.
The condition called ___________ occurs when the body loses heat faster than it can produce it.
The condition called ___________ occurs when the body loses heat faster than it can produce it.
What are four things that you should do if a fire erupts on your boat underway?
What are four things that you should do if a fire erupts on your boat underway?
The primary danger that occurs immediately upon being immersed in cold water is __________________, _______________________________________.
The primary danger that occurs immediately upon being immersed in cold water is __________________, _______________________________________.
The position you should assume if trapped in cold water, HELP, stands for:
The position you should assume if trapped in cold water, HELP, stands for:
Name four symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning.
Name four symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning.
Bleeding can be controlled by applying _______________ to the wound.
Bleeding can be controlled by applying _______________ to the wound.
What are the four length classes of vessels?
What are the four length classes of vessels?
List the four basic types of engines.
List the four basic types of engines.
Stern drive and inboard engines are:
Stern drive and inboard engines are:
The U.S. Coast Guard considers personal watercraft to be _______ engines.
The U.S. Coast Guard considers personal watercraft to be _______ engines.
True or False: Personal watercraft are not subject to the laws and requirements of other vessels.
True or False: Personal watercraft are not subject to the laws and requirements of other vessels.
An ________ is a device used to pump and force water under pressure through a steering nozzle at the rear of the vessel.
An ________ is a device used to pump and force water under pressure through a steering nozzle at the rear of the vessel.
What information is displayed on the capacity plate of an outboard powerboat?
What information is displayed on the capacity plate of an outboard powerboat?
List three things that should be included on your float plan before you embark on an extended outing.
List three things that should be included on your float plan before you embark on an extended outing.
Name three things you should do while filling the tank of your vessel.
Name three things you should do while filling the tank of your vessel.
The rule of thumb to prevent running out of fuel on a PWC is ___ out, ___ in, and ___ in reserve.
The rule of thumb to prevent running out of fuel on a PWC is ___ out, ___ in, and ___ in reserve.
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 largest trailer.
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 largest trailer.
Tongue weight is the amount of the loaded trailer's weight that ________________________________.
Tongue weight is the amount of the loaded trailer's weight that ________________________________.
Two strong safety chains should be ____________ to support the trailer's coupler in case it becomes disconnected from the towing vehicle.
Two strong safety chains should be ____________ to support the trailer's coupler in case it becomes disconnected from the towing vehicle.
Where should you prepare your vessel before launching it from the trailer?
Where should you prepare your vessel before launching it from the trailer?
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Study Notes
Boating Terminology
- The port side of a vessel is the left side.
- The stern refers to the back of a vessel.
- Basic hull shapes include round bottom, flat bottom, and vee bottom.
Safety and Health Precautions
- Drink water every 15-20 minutes to prevent dehydration while boating.
- One-third of the legal alcohol limit on land can intoxicate someone equally on water.
- Alcohol significantly contributes to boating accidents and fatalities.
- To rescue someone who has fallen overboard, remember: reach, row, throw, and go.
Life Jacket Usage
- Life jackets are often present on a boat but not being worn during fatal accidents.
Boating Stressors
- Common stressors that accelerate fatigue include sun glare, heat, vessel motion, noise, and vibration.
Emergency Protocols
- If a fire erupts while underway: stop the vessel, don a personal flotation device (PFD), keep the fire downwind, shut off the fuel supply, and aim the extinguisher at the base of the flames.
- The primary danger from immersion in cold water includes involuntary gasping, leading to water inhalation and potential drowning.
Cold Water Survival Techniques
- The HELP position (Heart, Escape, Lessening, Posture) is used to reduce heat loss in cold water.
Health Warning Signs
- Symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning include nausea, headache, dizziness, and weakness.
- Control bleeding by applying direct pressure to the wound.
Vessel Classifications
- Vessels are categorized by length into four classes:
- Class A: less than 16 feet
- Class 1: 16 feet to less than 26 feet
- Class 2: 26 feet to less than 40 feet
- Class 3: 40 feet to less than 65 feet
Engine Types
- Basic types of boat engines are outboard, inboard, sterndrive, and jet drive.
- Stern drive and inboard engines are automotive engines modified for marine use.
- Personal watercraft are classified as inboard engines by the U.S. Coast Guard.
Regulations
- Personal watercraft are subject to the same laws and requirements as other vessels.
Mechanical Components
- An impeller is a device that pumps and forces water under pressure through a steering nozzle at the vessel's rear.
Capacity and Planning
- Capacity plates on outboard powerboats display the maximum weight capacity, number of occupants, and recommended horsepower.
- Important items for a float plan include a vessel description, passenger information, and trip details.
Refueling Procedures
- During refueling, keep the nozzle in contact with the tank, fill slowly to avoid spillage, and never overfill the tank.
Fuel Management
- A rule of thumb for PWC fuel management is to use one-third out, one-third in, and keep one-third in reserve.
Trailer Safety
- When towing, ensure the combined weight of the vessel and engine does not exceed 90% of the trailer's load capacity.
- Tongue weight refers to the portion of the trailer's weight pressing on the towing hitch.
- Safety chains should be crisscrossed to support the trailer's coupler in case of disconnection from the towing vehicle.
Launch Preparation
- Prepare your vessel away from the boat ramp to ensure a safe and efficient launch.
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