Questions and Answers
What does Chapter One cover?
Know your boat
The port side of the vessel is the _______ side.
left
The starboard side of the vessel is the _______ side.
right
Basic types of vessel hulls can be described as ______.
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What are the three basic hull shapes?
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What are the four length classes of vessels?
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Four basic types of engines are ______.
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Stern drive and inboard engines are ______.
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The U.S. Coast Guard considers personal watercraft to be ______________.
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Personal watercraft are not subject to the laws and requirements of other vessels.
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An _____________ is a device used to pump and force water under pressure through a steering nozzle at the rear of the vessel.
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What information is displayed on the capacity plate of an outboard powerboat?
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What three things should be included on your float plan before you embark on an extended outing?
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What three things should you do while filling the fuel tank of your vessel?
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A rule of thumb to prevent running out of fuel on a PWC is ____ in ____ out _____ in reserve.
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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.
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'Tongue weight' is the amount of the loaded trailer's weight that _______________.
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Two strong safety chains should be _______ to support the trailer's coupler in case it becomes disconnected from the towing vehicle.
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Where should you prepare your vessel before launching it from the trailer?
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What are three engine maintenance tips?
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If the wind or current direction is toward the dock, what should you cast off first when leaving the dock?
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The ___________ is required to take early & substantial action to avoid collision by stopping, slowing down, or changing course.
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The stand on vessel must ______________________ unless ___________________________________.
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If you are driving a power boat or PWC and meet another power boat head-on, you should keep to the ______.
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If you are overtaking another vessel, you are the stand on vessel.
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If you see a red and a white light ahead when boating at night, you should maintain course and speed.
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If you see only a green light while boating at night, you may be approaching a ______ and you must ______.
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_______ are the 'traffic signals' that guide boaters safely along their course.
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The phrase 'R_____, R_____, R______' reminds vessels of the correct course in the lateral system of U.S. aids to navigation.
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This buoy (green with an odd number) marks the edge of the channel on a boater's _____ side when entering from the _____ end.
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Study Notes
Boat Basics
- Understand your boat's orientation: Port side is left, Starboard side is right.
- Types of vessel hulls include Displacement and Planing.
- Common hull shapes: Round bottom, Flat bottom, Vee bottom.
Vessel Specifications
- Length classes for vessels:
- Greater than 16 feet
- 16 to greater than 26 feet
- 26 to 40 feet
- 40 to 65 feet
- Types of engines:
- Inboard, Outboard, Stern drive, Jet drive.
- Stern drive and inboard engines are adapted automotive engines.
Personal Watercraft (PWC)
- Classified as inboard vessels by the U.S. Coast Guard.
- Subject to the same laws and requirements as other vessels.
Impellers and Capacity Plates
- An impeller pumps water through a steering nozzle at the vessel's rear.
- Capacity plates on outboard powerboats display:
- Maximum capacity (in pounds or number of people)
- Recommended maximum horsepower.
Safety Preparations
- Essential details for a float plan:
- Describe the vessel (number, size, make).
- List passengers (names, numbers, addresses).
- Outline the trip plan (starting point, destination).
- Fueling precautions:
- Keep nozzle contact with the opening, fill slowly, and avoid overfilling.
Trailers and Weight Considerations
- Rule of thumb for fuel management: 1/3 out, 1/3 in reserve.
- Ensure the combined weight of your vessel and engine is less than 90% of the trailer's recommended load capacity.
- Tongue weight refers to the loaded trailer weight pressing down on the towing hitch.
Launching and Maintenance
- Prepare the vessel well away from the boat ramp before launching.
- Engine maintenance tips:
- Keep the engine tuned, grease and lubricate regularly.
- Monitor oil levels and change oil.
- Inspect batteries and secure any loose components.
Navigational Rules
- Cast off the stern line first if wind/current directs toward the dock.
- The give-way vessel must take action to avoid collision (stop, slow down, or change course).
- The stand-on vessel must maintain course unless the give-way vessel fails to act properly.
Boating Etiquette and Safety
- When meeting another powerboat head-on, keep to the right.
- If overtaking another vessel, you are not the stand-on vessel.
- At night, if encountering a red and white light, do not maintain course and speed; reassess your actions.
- A solo green light indicates an approaching sailing vessel which requires you to give way.
Navigation Aids
- Buoys and markers act as traffic signals for safe boating navigation.
- Memorize the phrase "Red, Right, Returning" for lateral navigation in U.S. waters.
- Green buoys with odd numbers mark the channel's edge on the boater's left when entering.
Summary
- Familiarize with your vessel's components, safety protocols, and navigation rules to ensure a secure and enjoyable boating experience.
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Test your knowledge of boating safety with this set of flashcards covering Chapter One. Learn important terms related to your vessel, including port and starboard sides, as well as hull types. Perfect for those preparing for the New Jersey boating safety course.
