BOAT EXAMMMMM

You see a white marker with red vertical stripes. What type of marker is this?

safe water marker

How do you treat a victim of cold water immersion?

seek medical help immediately

What is most likely to cause someone to fall overboard?

standing up in a boat

What do lateral markers indicate?

the edges of safe water areas

Where should you avoid anchoring?

near a launching ramp

Which of the following describes "idle speed or no wake" speed under Florida boating laws?

the slowest speed at which it is still possible to maintain steerage and headway

It is a good idea for all boaters to use a pre-departure checklist. Why?

to ensure safety

You are getting ready for a short daytime outing on the water. What is the most important information to tell a responsible person?

where you will be boating and when you plan to return

What should you check to decide if a speed is safe for your boat?

wind and water conditions

How should you pass a fishing boat?

with minimum wake and well away from fishing lines

In Florida, what hours can a PWC be operated legally?

one-half hour before sunrise to one-half hour after sunset

What type of fire can be put out safely with water?

paper

Which document must be on board and available for inspection by enforcement officers whenever a vessel is operated?

Certificate of Registration

Your boat capsizes but remains floating upside down. What should you do?

Climb onto the bottom of the overturned boat.

What should you do to avoid colliding with another vessel?

Keep a proper lookout for other vessels at all times.

By operating a vessel on state waters, to which of the following have you consented?

blood alcohol test

A vessel is operating in open water. By law, how far must the vessel stay from a displayed divers-down flag when operating faster than idle speed?

300 feet

What hours is it legal for a vessel to tow a person(s) on water skis?

6 a.m. to 6 p.m.

For a first conviction of operating under the influence of alcohol or drugs, how long can you be imprisoned?

6 months

What should a PWC operator do to minimize the risk of accident or injury?

Be aware of all traffic in the boating area.

What is the best way to minimize the risk of drowning while boating?

Have everyone wear an appropriate PFD at all times.

Your boat runs aground at high speed. What should you do first?

Make sure no one is injured.

Which statement about PFDs is true?

PFDs are difficult to put on in the water.

What should you require from others who operate your vessel?

They operate the vessel responsibly.

Which of the following is a legal reason to report a boating accident?

damages of $2,000 or more

You are operating a powerboat at night. Your red sidelight must be visible to boats approaching from which direction(s)?

head-on and port (left)

Where is the best place to store a fire extinguisher on a boat?

in a readily accessible location

Where is the best place to put PFDs while you are out on your boat?

in an open bin near the passenger seats

Who may depart from the Navigation Rules?

anyone who needs to avoid a collision

What causes a PFD to wear out over time?

exposure to ultraviolet rays from the sun

Which type of PFD will turn most unconscious people face up in the water?

Type I

Which statement regarding vessel maintenance is true?

When replacing electrical parts on a vessel, never use automotive parts.

A passenger on your boat falls overboard. What should you do while this person is being pulled back into the boat?

Stop the engine.

What happens when a PWC's steering control is turned to the right?

The back of the PWC is pushed to the left, and the PWC turns right.

What should anglers and hunters do when they are fishing or hunting from a boat?

Wear a PFD at all times.

What is the best way to avoid being run over by your own PWC or motorboat?

Wear an engine cut-off switch lanyard.

Who is responsible for performing the pre-departure check of a recreational boat?

boat operator

A passenger on your boat has irritated eyes, headache, nausea, weakness, and dizziness. These are early symptoms of what injury?

carbon monoxide poisoning

What is one part of a regular vessel and engine maintenance program?

checking the oil level before every outing

Under Florida law, who must wear a USCG-approved PFD at all times while underway on any vessel less than 26 feet in length?

children under 6 years of age

How should a trailer's safety chains be attached to the towing vehicle?

crisscrossed under the trailer cooper

You are operating a PWC. Which boating laws and regulations must you obey?

laws that apply to all boats, plus those specific to a PWC

A sailboat is underway in the fog. What sound signal should you hear?

one prolonged blast plus two short blasts every two minutes

You are operating a PWC. What is most likely to create a blind spot that blocks other boats from seeing you?

passing too closely behind another boat

Who is required to complete a boater education course to operate a vessel powered by a motor of 10 horsepower or greater on state waters unaccompanied?

persons born on or after January 1, 1988

Under federal law, which type of boat must have a capacity plate?

single-hull boats less than 20 feet in length

Two boats are operating in the same general area. Who is responsible for maintaining a sharp lookout?

the operators of both boats

Two boats are operating near each other. Which is the boat that must maintain its course and speed?

the stand-on vessel

If you use pyrotechnic visual distress signals, how many unexpired VDSs must you carry on board your vessel?

three

What is the first action required of a boat operator who is involved in a boating accident?

to provide assistance

How should you approach a dock when the wind or current is pushing you toward the dock?

Approach parallel to the dock and allow the wind or current to push you in.

You are towing a skier behind your boat. Which of these is a safety precaution you should take?

Avoid crowded areas near beaches, docks, and swimming areas.

A motorboat and a PWC are approaching head-on. What action should be taken?

Both vessels should turn to starboard (right).

What is true about changing water levels?

Changing water levels can cause special hazards for boaters.

To protect Florida's waterways from harmful invasive aquatic plants, what should you do?

Clean all aquatic plants and mud from your boat and trailer before leaving the waterway.

You are caught in a storm in your boat. Your engine stops. What should you do?

Drop a sea anchor off the bow.

To minimize the risk of an accident, what should you do if your group plans to consume alcohol?

Have a non-drinker operate the vessel.

What is a vessel operator required to do in a manatee protection zone marked "slow speed, minimum wake"?

Operate fully settled in the water and proceed at a reasonable and prudent speed with little or no wake.

What is the likelihood of drowning for paddlers in small boats (such as canoes, kayaks, and rafts)? (Compare paddlers to other boaters.)

Paddlers are more than twice as likely to drown.

You are retrieving your boat from the water. What should you do to prevent a traffic jam on the boat ramp?

Pull your boat away from the ramp to prepare it for the drive home.

How does alcohol use affect boat operators and passengers?

Reaction time becomes slower.

Which of these is a factor when determining the safe speed for a vessel?

traffic density

How do you know when you are operating your vessel at a safe speed?

You have enough time to avoid a collision.

Under what circumstances must a boating accident be reported to the sheriff of the county where the accident occurred?

Your passenger is injured and requires medical attention beyond first aid.

You need to refuel your boat. When should you turn on the power ventilation system?

after fueling and before starting the engine

Which of these actions is a homeland security violation?

approaching within 100 yards of a U.S. Naval vessel