Boater's ED
According to Texas law, what are the age/date requirements for someone to operate a personal watercraft (PWC) unaccompanied?
Above the age of 13; if born on or after September 1, 1993, operator must be boater ed certified
What is the best way to find out about hazards on a local waterway?
Consult the nautical chart.
What do courteous PWC operators always do?
Control speed, noise and wake
what is recommended as a part of the annual maintenance program for a gasoline powered boat
Examination of thru-hull fittings for signs of leakage or corrosion.
What should a boater do with a float plan?
Give it to a friend or relative ashore
When can a navigation rule be overlooked?
If necessary to avoid immediate danger.
What is a feature of a Type IV flotation device?
It is designed to be thrown
What important safety information is found on a boat's capacity plate?
Maximum weight of persons on boat and maximum carrying the weight of the boat.
How should a vessel's registration number and validation decal be displayed?
On both sides of the bow of the boat.
What is the most important factor when selecting the right PFD?
Passenger's body weight and chest size.
Which type of PFD will turn most unconscious persons face up in the water?
Type 1.
why is the height of a VHF radio antenna important
VHF radios work by the line of sight principle
What is required to have a backfire flame arrestor
a boat fueled by gasoline
what can help detect a carbon monoxide buildup
a carbon monoxide detector
what indicates a scuba diving or snorkeling activity
a red flag with a diagonal white stripe
what is a sign that the weather might change for the worse
a sudden drop in temperature
on gasoline powered boats, when should the blower be operated
after fueling and before starting the engine
maintaining a proper lookout using human sight and hearing applies to boats under what circumstances
all boats all hours
what must you do to maintain steerage on a PWC
apply the throttle
a mooring buoy is a white buoy with what stripe
blue
in many states, trailers with a GVWR of 1,500 pounds or more are required by law to have what equipment
brakes on all wheels
If you run your boat aground, what should you do first?
calmly assess the situation and get everyone to don PFD's
boat trailers with too little tongue weight tend to do what
cause the trailer to fish-tail
what must you do when anchoring at night
display an all-around white light
what is one of the leading causes of sportsmen's deaths while boating
drowning as a result of falling overboard
what is a major cause of fatalities during small boating accidents
falling overboard and drowning
what is true concerning a visual distress signal
flares are rated for day, night or combined day/night use
what should you always do when a person falls overboard
have someone keep the victim in sight
what is a recommended water skiing safety practice
holding up a ski after falling
under the influence of alcohol, what happens to a person's reasoning ability
it becomes weaker
when operating a boat near other boats or when entering a congested area, why should you watch your wake
it may cause personal injury or damage
when hunting on a boat, what is the best way to maintain the boat's stability
keep body weight low with equipment distributed evenly
when returning to port from seaward and you see a red buoy, how should you respond
keep the buoy on your starboard side
a properly fitted PFD should have what characteristics
keep the head and chin above the water
what poses a great danger
leaking fuel lines
What is hypothermia?
low body temperature
white lights can sometimes be found on what type of buoys
mid channel buoys
what is a requirement for fire extinguishers on a boat
must be Coast Guard approved
what is a coast guard requirement for fire extinguishers on a boat
must be maintained in a fully charged usable condition
how many fire extinguishers are required aboard an 18-foot powerboat installed with fuel tanks
one
what is the cause of most fatal boating accidents
operator error
when a sailboat over takes a powerboat, which vessel is the stand-on vessel
powerboat
what is true about a carburetor backfire flame arrestor
prevents explosions on inboard gasoline engines
what is the best course of action if you see a thunderstorm approaching
put a life jacket on, secure crew and gear, and keep a sharp lookout
what should you do when fueling an outboard boat with a portable tank
put the tank on the dock or shore to fill it
what should you do if caught in severe storm conditions
put your life jacket if it is not on already
what is a symptom of cold shock
rapid uncontrolled breathing
what immediate action should you take when operating a boat if you hear the fog signal of another boat you cannot see
slow to minimum speed
what is the primary responsibility of a vessel operator assisting in a boating accident?
stay with the boat and signal for help
what should you do if your small open boat collapses
stay with the boat and signal for help
What should you do with a torn life jacket
throw it away
what is the best way to prevent striking a swimmer with a boat propeller
turn off the engine when a swimmer is re-boarding
what is a recommended practice for PWC operation
using courtesy and common sense at all times
what information is most important when passing a lighthouse
water depth
at a minimum, what color all-around light should a non-powered canoe or kayak display in reduced visibility
white
