Studied by 9 peopleHow should a vessel's registration number and validation decal be displayed?
On both sides of the bow of the boat
What is most important when selecting the right PFD for a passenger?
Passenger's body weight and chest size
What important safety information is found on a boats capacity plate?
Maximum weight and/or number of people the boat can carry safely
What is the best way to find out about hazards on a local waterway?
Consult a nautical chart
According to Alabama law, what operators are required to have completed an approved boating course in order to operate a personal watercraft (PWC)?
Operators who are 12 years of age or older
Which type of PFD will turn most unconscious persons face up in the water?
Type 1
Everyone on board a vessel should understand basic safety practices. Who is responsible for ensuring this?
The vessel operator
Where is the best place to store a fire extinguisher on a boat?
Mounted in an accessible location
When should a life jacket be discarded and replaced?
When it is slightly torn
What effect does alcohol have when you are operating a vessel?
Increases the likelihood of accidents
When boating on federally controlled waters in an 18-foot boat, what equipment are you legally required to have on board?
visual distress signals
What sound-producing device(s) is required when boating on Alabama waters in an 18-foot powerboat?
A whistle, a horn, or another sound device
Which of these provides a warning that dangerous weather is approaching?
Dark clouds and shifting winds
What is one part of a regular vessel and engine maintenance program?
Checking the oil level before every outing
How should you approach the dock when docking your vessel?
Into the wind or current, whichever is stronger
What should you do before fueling your boat?
Turn off the engine and close all windows, ports, doors, and other openings
Where should your trailer be located while you prepare to launch your vessel?
Well away from the boat ramp
How can propeller strike accidents be avoided?
Turn off the engine when passengers are boarding
Which of the following is an example of careless operation?
Not having enough personal flotation devices on board
What is the best way to minimize the risk of drowning while boating?
Have everyone wear an appropriate life jacket at all times
How can you prevent transporting nuisance species (plants or animals) with your vessel from one waterway to another?
Remove any zebra mussels you add before leaving the body of water
What should the vessel operator tell everyone on board before departing?
Where to find the PFDs and visual distress signals
What is the main function of an ignition safety switch?
To shut off the engine if the operator is thrown overboard/kills engine
In Alabama, how far must a vessel stay from a diver down flag?
100 feet
How does the effect of alcohol consumed while boating compare to the effect on land?
Much greater effect while boating
What is true about operating a boat in Alabama while intoxicated?
By operating a vessel on Alabama waters, a boater must submit to testing for blood alcohol concentration
When two vessels are operating in the same general area, who is responsible for avoiding a collision?
The operators of both vessels
How do you know when you are operating your vessel at a safe speed?
You have enough time to avoid a collision
What is the main purpose of the lateral system of red and green buoys and markers?
To mark the edges of safe water areas
According to Alabama boating law, which of these is considered legal operation?
Operating at less than 5mph in a "slow, no wake" speed area
When is a sailboat under sail the give-way vessel when encountering a power driven vessel?
When the sailboat is overtaking vessel
What should a vessel operator do to make sure everyone knows what to do in case of an emergency?
Conduct an emergency drill with the passengers
According to Alabama law, what equipment is required when a vessel (other than a PWC) is towing a skier and does not have a capable observer on board in addition to the operator?
A wide/light-angle rearview mirror
What is indicated by a white marker with an orange crossed diamond and black lettering?
Exclusion or keep-out area, such as a dam
Why is carbon monoxide gas dangerous?
It is colorless, odorless, and tasteless and can be fatal
A recreational vessel is approaching a U.S. Naval vessel. At what distance from the U.S. Naval vessel must the recreational vessel slow to minimum speed?
500 yards
What must an owner do before allowing others to operate his or her vessel?
Make sure they know how to operate it safely
What should you do to reduce the risk of falling overboard?
Keep centered in the boat
What should a motorboat operator do when someone is being pulled into the boat from the water?
Turn off the engine
What is the first action required of a boat operator who witnesses a boating accident?
To provide assistance
Which condition required that you report a boating accident to the Alabama Marine Police Division?
Damage to your host is more that $2,000 as the result of a boating accident
Under which condition is a person at the greatest risk of developing hypothermia?
When immersed in cold water
What should you do immediately if a boat motor catches on fire?
Shut off the fuel supply, and try to put out the fire with an extinguisher
If your inboard/outboard boat runs aground, what action should you take in addition to shifting the weight away from the point of impact?
Stop the engine and lift the outdrive
Which action may cause the loss of steering ability in a PWC?
Letting off the throttle control
According to Alabama law, what age person who has boater safety certification may operate a personal watercraft without supervision?
Those at least 14 years of age
According to Alabama law, during what hours is it legal to tow a person behind a boat in water skis or other device?
Between one hour before sunrise and one hour after sunset
What should a vessel operator do to keep a proper lookout?
Watch for navigational hazards
Which of the following is legal operation of a PWC in Alabama?
Crossing at right angles to another vessel when visibility is unobstructed
In Alabama, what are the recommended hours for personal watercraft operation?
Between sunset and sunrise (daylight hours)
Why should a vessel operator keep a proper lookout?
To avoid collisions
What should paddlers do to protect against capsizing their canoe or kayak?
Keep a low center of gravity and three points of contact
What should anglers and hunters do when they are fishing or hunting from a boat?
Wear a life jacket at all times
According to Alabama law, children of what age are required to wear a properly secured PFD while on a vessel unless the child is in an enclosed cabin?
Those under 8 years of age
What determines if a speed is safe for your boat?
Visibility conditions
What should the operators of a PWC and motorboat do when approaching head on?
Both vessels should turn to starboard (right)
When must navigation lights be displayed?
From sunset to sunrise and when visibility is restricted
What could happen if you anchor a boat from the stern?
It may cause the boat to swamp
Visibility is restricted due to fog. What should the vessel operator do to avoid the risk of a collision?
Reduce speed to the minimum needed to stay on course
What should you do if you fall overboard into cold water?
Try to reboard your boat, even if it is swamped
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