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Which action is safe for a PWC?
Which action is safe for a PWC?
- Seating one person behind the operator on a PWC rated for three
- Seating three people behind the operator on a PWC rated for three
- Seating two people behind the operator on a PWC rated for three (correct)
- Only the operator can be on the PWC
A vessel operator involved in an accident must report the accident by the quickest means possible if property damage exceeds what amount?
A vessel operator involved in an accident must report the accident by the quickest means possible if property damage exceeds what amount?
$2,000
With boater education certification, how old must you be to operate a PWC unsupervised?
With boater education certification, how old must you be to operate a PWC unsupervised?
at least 13 years of age
In Texas, what blood alcohol concentration constitutes proof that an operator is operating a vessel while intoxicated (BWI)?
In Texas, what blood alcohol concentration constitutes proof that an operator is operating a vessel while intoxicated (BWI)?
When is a vessel operator required to use navigation lights?
When is a vessel operator required to use navigation lights?
All vessels must have one life jacket for each person on board. Which vessels also must have one Type IV (throwable) PFD on board?
All vessels must have one life jacket for each person on board. Which vessels also must have one Type IV (throwable) PFD on board?
Under Texas boating laws, what is required of children under 13 years of age while underway on a vessel less than 26 feet long?
Under Texas boating laws, what is required of children under 13 years of age while underway on a vessel less than 26 feet long?
What document must be on board and available for inspection by enforcement officers whenever a vessel is operated?
What document must be on board and available for inspection by enforcement officers whenever a vessel is operated?
When operating at GREATER THAN headway speed, how far must a PWC stay from another boat or PWC?
When operating at GREATER THAN headway speed, how far must a PWC stay from another boat or PWC?
You are towing a skier with a PWC and have an observer on board. How many people must the PWC be rated to carry?
You are towing a skier with a PWC and have an observer on board. How many people must the PWC be rated to carry?
What minimum distance must be maintained from a U.S. Navy boat?
What minimum distance must be maintained from a U.S. Navy boat?
What condition is often confused with the early stages of carbon monoxide poisoning?
What condition is often confused with the early stages of carbon monoxide poisoning?
What is the main reason for assuming the HELP position when you are stranded in the water?
What is the main reason for assuming the HELP position when you are stranded in the water?
Your boat runs aground at high speed. What should you do FIRST?
Your boat runs aground at high speed. What should you do FIRST?
A passenger on a small boat falls overboard. How should this person be pulled back onto the boat?
A passenger on a small boat falls overboard. How should this person be pulled back onto the boat?
What type of fire can be put out safely with water?
What type of fire can be put out safely with water?
For most people, how many alcoholic drinks does it take before judgment and physical reaction time are impaired?
For most people, how many alcoholic drinks does it take before judgment and physical reaction time are impaired?
You are boating in warm weather. How much water should you drink to minimize the risk of dehydration?
You are boating in warm weather. How much water should you drink to minimize the risk of dehydration?
What should you do if a PFD has a tear in the outer fabric?
What should you do if a PFD has a tear in the outer fabric?
What is the best way to check the buoyancy of your PFD?
What is the best way to check the buoyancy of your PFD?
You are caught in a storm in your boat. What should you do?
You are caught in a storm in your boat. What should you do?
What does a diver-down flag look like?
What does a diver-down flag look like?
How should you pass a fishing boat?
How should you pass a fishing boat?
You are operating your powerboat near a shoreline. What should you do to help prevent erosion?
You are operating your powerboat near a shoreline. What should you do to help prevent erosion?
Responsible boaters use cleaning products that won't harm lakes or rivers. Which product is a responsible choice for cleaning your boat?
Responsible boaters use cleaning products that won't harm lakes or rivers. Which product is a responsible choice for cleaning your boat?
What is the likelihood of drowning for paddlers in small boats (such as canoes, kayaks, and rafts)? (Compare paddlers to other boaters.)
What is the likelihood of drowning for paddlers in small boats (such as canoes, kayaks, and rafts)? (Compare paddlers to other boaters.)
What should you do when approaching a low-head dam in a canoe or kayak?
What should you do when approaching a low-head dam in a canoe or kayak?
Who is responsible for performing the pre-departure check of a recreational boat?
Who is responsible for performing the pre-departure check of a recreational boat?
Who is responsible for reviewing a pre-departure checklist before a boat outing?
Who is responsible for reviewing a pre-departure checklist before a boat outing?
You are towing a skier behind your boat. Which of these is a safety precaution you should take?
You are towing a skier behind your boat. Which of these is a safety precaution you should take?
You fall when skiing behind a boat. What should you do to help the boat operator spot you more quickly?
You fall when skiing behind a boat. What should you do to help the boat operator spot you more quickly?
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Study Notes
Safe Practices for PWC
- Safe action includes seating two passengers behind the operator on a PWC rated for three.
Accident Reporting
- Vessel operators must report accidents by the quickest means if property damage exceeds $2,000.
PWC Operation Age
- Minimum age for operating a PWC unsupervised with boater education certification is 13 years.
Intoxication Standards
- In Texas, a blood alcohol concentration of 0.08% or greater indicates operation while intoxicated (BWI).
Navigation Lights Requirement
- Vessel operators are required to use navigation lights during periods of restricted visibility.
Life Jacket Requirements
- All vessels must have one life jacket per person; vessels 16 feet or longer must also carry one Type IV (throwable) PFD.
Child Safety Regulations
- Children under 13 years must wear a USCG-approved PFD on vessels less than 26 feet long.
Vessel Documentation
- The Certificate of Number (registration card) must be on board and available for inspection by enforcement officers.
Minimum Distance from Other Vessels
- When operating at speeds greater than headway speed, PWCs must maintain at least 50 feet distance from other boats or PWCs.
PWC Capacity for Towing
- A PWC used for towing a skier with an observer on board must be rated to carry three people.
Proximity to U.S. Navy Boats
- A minimum distance of 100 yards must be maintained from U.S. Navy vessels.
Symptoms Confused with Poisoning
- Seasickness is often mistaken for early stages of carbon monoxide poisoning.
HELP Position
- Assuming the HELP position when stranded in water helps reduce heat loss.
Response to Grounding
- The first action after running aground at high speed is to ensure no one is injured.
Rescuing Overboard Passengers
- Passengers who fall overboard should be pulled on board over the stern with the engine turned off.
Fire Safety
- Paper fires can be safely extinguished using water.
Alcohol Impairment
- For most individuals, just one alcoholic drink can impair judgment and physical reaction time.
Hydration in Warm Weather
- To minimize dehydration, drink some water every 15-20 minutes while boating in warm weather.
PFD Maintenance
- A PFD with a tear in the outer fabric should be replaced.
Checking PFD Buoyancy
- The best way to test PFD buoyancy is to wear it in shallow water or a swimming pool.
Storm Response
- When caught in a storm, reduce speed and head into the waves at a 45-degree angle.
Diver-Down Flag
- A diver-down flag features a red background with a white diagonal stripe.
Passing Fishing Boats
- When passing a fishing boat, do so with minimum wake and ensure distance from fishing lines.
Preventing Erosion
- To help prevent erosion, operate powerboats at no wake speed near shorelines.
Environmentally-Friendly Cleaning Products
- Use non-phosphate detergents for cleaning boats to protect lakes and rivers.
Drowning Risks for Paddlers
- Paddlers in small boats are over twice as likely to drown compared to other boaters.
Low-Head Dam Precaution
- When approaching a low-head dam in a canoe or kayak, carry your craft around the dam.
Pre-Departure Check Responsibility
- The boat operator is responsible for performing the pre-departure check.
Pre-Departure Checklist Review
- The boat operator must review the pre-departure checklist before any boat outing.
Safety While Towing a Skier
- When towing a skier, avoid crowded areas such as beaches, docks, and swimming zones.
Assisting with Visibility After a Fall
- To help the boat operator spot you quickly after a fall while skiing, hold a ski up above the water.
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