prepare for your vessel

Question 1

what defines ‘fit for purpose’

Answer 1

able to keep out of water
no leaking fuel
a working steering system
a working ventilation system
have insulation to prevent fires
keep everything in good shape
working engine kill switch
working navigation lights

Question 2

what do you top up battery cells with

Answer 2

distilled water

Question 3

test all …… ….. operating from the battery

Answer 3

electrical equipement

Question 4

name 3 things off the checklist for maintaining your vessel

Answer 4

inspect propeller, nut and pin
check for water and fuel leaks
ensure bung is suitable and in good condition
ensure bilges are clean and dry
check reserve buoyancy for condition
test steering for stiffness
check wiring
check and clean fuel filter
clean cooling system passages
replace outboard pull cord if fraying

Question 5

no passengers when…

Answer 5

refueling or restarting after refueling

Question 6

can you take infants on a recreational boat?

Answer 6

no

Question 7

what should you do if the vessel capsizes

Answer 7

everyone should stay with the boat or visible floating object

Question 8

ensure that the engine is … before starting the vessel

Answer 8

properly ventilated

Question 9

under 21 can not…

Answer 9

drink any alcohol or have any drug in there system

Question 10

name 3 heightened risk situations

Answer 10

alone
at night
crossing an ocean bar
restricted visibility
disabled
weather warning
designated hazardous area

Question 11

in emergencies be aware of how to use…

Answer 11

flares
marine radio
distress beacons

Question 12

name 3 times you should report an incident

Answer 12

if vessel is lost
collision
flooding
capsizes
disabled
fire
structural failure or loss of stability
close quarter
person overboard

Question 13

where do you report an incident if a person is injured and there is no police

Answer 13

nearest police station

Question 14

name 3 times a PWC must give way

Answer 14

larger vessels in confined channels
sailing vessels
vessels coming from the right
vessels being overtaken
maintain a proper lookout at all times

Question 15

name 3 things your should remember as a PWC operator

Answer 15

swimmers may be hidden by waves
dont cut blind corners
if restricted visibility slow down or stop
keep clear of anchored vessels
drive on the right in confined channels
on island waterways, travel anticlockwise
navigation lights must be on between sunset and sunrise
water can injure if hit at high speeds