Unit 3

Question 0

Num buoys

Answer 0

Cone-shaped. Always marked with red markings and even numbers. They mark the edge of the channel on your starboard (right) side when entering from the open sea or heading upstream

Question 1

Can buoys

Answer 1

Cylindrical-shaped. Always marked with green markings and odd numbers. They mark the edge of the channel on your port (left) side when entering from the open sea or heading upstream

Question 2

Lighted buoys

Answer 2

Use lateral marker shapes, colors, and numbers discussed previously. In addition, they have a matching colored light.

Question 3

Daymarks

Answer 3

Permanently placed signs attached to structures, such as posts, in the water. Common daymarks are red triangles and green squares. These may be lighted also.

Question 4

Intracoatal Waterway (ICW) symbols are most commonly found in

Answer 4

Daymarkers

Question 5

Channels that are part of the ICW

Answer 5

identified by yellow symbols on channel buoys and markers

Question 6

When following the ICW in a clockwise direction starting from new jersey and heading to brownsville, texas, these rules apply

Answer 6

Any marker displaying a yellow triangle should be passed by keeping it on the starboard (right) side of the boat. Any marker displaying a yellow square should be passed by keeping it on the port (left) side of the boat

Question 7

Western Rivers System

Answer 7

The navigational markers aren’t numbered. Numbers displayed below daymarks along the system indicate the distance from the river’s mouth, these are not associated with the right or left side of the channel.

Question 8

Non-lateral markers

Answer 8

Give information other than the edges of safe water areas. The most common our regulatory markers that are white and use orange markings and black lettering. These markers are found on lakes and rivers

Question 9

Square

Answer 9

Give directions and information

Question 10

Diamond

Answer 10

Warn of hazards and obstructions

Question 11

Circle

Answer 11

Mark controlled areas

Question 12

Crossed diamond

Answer 12

Mark exclusion (closed) areas

Question 13

Safe water marker

Answer 13

White with red vertical stripes. Indicate on abstracted water on all sides. They mark mid-channels or stairways and maybe passed on either side.

Question 14

Mooring buoy

Answer 14

White with blue horizontal band. Are usually placed in marinas and other areas where boats are allowed to anchor. These are the only buoys you may tie up to legally

Question 15

Inland waters obstruction marker

Answer 15

White with black vertical stripes. Indicate an obstruction to navigation. You should not pass between these buoys and the nearest shore

Question 16

Plow-style anchor

Answer 16

Good for most boots and get its holding power by plowing into bottom sediment

Question 17

Fluke-style anchor

Answer 17

Similar to the plow style but is more lightweight. It is also good for most boats and get Citoyen power from its pointed flukes digging into bottom sediment

Question 18

Mushroom anchor

Answer 18

Get its holding power by sinking into bottom sediment. It should not be used to anchor boats larger than a small canoe, rowboat, small sailboat, or inflatable boat since the holding power is weak. You should never depend on a mushroom anchor to hold your boat in rough water or weather

Question 19

Prepare your anchor before setting out

Answer 19

Attached 7-8 feet of galvanized chain to the anchor. Helps prevent abrasion of the anchor line from sand or rock on the bottom. Be sure its strong enough to anchor your boat. Should be 7-10 times the depth of the water where you are setting anchor.

Question 20

Cleat

Answer 20

Metal fitting on which a rope can be fastened

Question 21

Downcurrent

Answer 21

In the direction the current is flowing

Question 22

Downwind

Answer 22

In the direction the wind it blowing

Question 23

Upwind

Answer 23

In the direction that is against the wind

Question 24

Anchoring your boat

Answer 24

1. Select anchor with plenty of room. Should be a well-protected area with adequate water depth and a sandy or muddy bottom 2. Head slowly into wind or current to a position upwind or upcurrent of where you actually want to end up 3. Stop the boat and slowly lower the anchor over the bow to the bottom, never anchor from the stern as this can cause the boat to swamp. The square stern may be hit by waves and water will splash onto the boat. The motors weight will add to this problem. 4. Slowly back the boat away downwind or down current. Let out about 7 to 10 times as much anchor line as the depth of the water. Tie off the line around eight though cleat, and pull the anchor line to make sure that anchor is set 5. After anchoring, take visual sightings of onshore objects or buoys in the water to help you know where your boat is positioned. While at anchor recheck these sightings frequently to make sure the anger is not dragging 6. Periodically check connecting knots on your anchor line. When possible, use splices instead of knots. Knots weaken a line more than splices

Question 25

Allow "swing room"

Answer 25

Be aware that the boat will swing downwind or down current from the anchor. Allow "swing room" for any change in wind or current

Question 26

To retrieve and anchor

Answer 26

1. Move the boat directly over the anchor while pulling in the line. Pulling the anchor straight up should break it free 2. If the anchor is stuck, turn your boat in a large circle while keeping the anchor line pulled tight 3. When the anchor breaks loose, stop the boat and retrieve the anchor. Never drag the anchor behind the boat

Question 27

Low-head dams

Answer 27

Surface currents below Lowhead dams can suck vessels towards the face of the dam

Question 28

Low-head dams

Answer 28

Currents above Lowhead dams can sweep vessels over the dam

Question 29

Large structure dams

Answer 29

More easily spotted because of their powerhouses and spillways

Question 30

When approaching locks

Answer 30

Be aware that commercial traffic always has priority over recreational boats. Wait at least 400 feet away from the lock for the flashing light signal to enter the lock. Alert the lock attendant that you wish to go through the lock. You can sound one prolonged blast followed by one short blast on your boat. Can also contact lock attendant by VHF radio, but never interrupt commercial communication. Enter the lock only after you've been signaled to enter by the locks traffic lights or by the lock attendant. Otherwise, stay well clear of the lock

Question 31

Traffic signal lights at locks

Answer 31

Flashing red- Light means stay well clear of the lock and do not enter. Allow plenty of room for boats to exit the lock. Flashing amber- Light means approach the lock at a safe speed and under full control. Flashing green- Light means enter the lock.

Question 32

What boaters should do when using locks

Answer 32

Have fenders and at least 100 feet of rope to use in securing your boat inside the lock. Follow lock attendants instructions and proceed slowly. Avoid passing another boat when inside the lock, unless directed to do so. Wait to be signaled to exit the lock

Question 33

Fenders

Answer 33

Cushioning device placed between vessels or between a vessel and a dock to prevent damage

Question 34

Chart

Answer 34

Map used for navigation

Question 35

Passing under bridges

Answer 35

On charted waters, the chart will indicate bridge clearance at a particular water level. Current water level and tide must be factored in to determine present clearance.

Question 36

Aground

Answer 36

Touching or stuck on the bottom

Question 37

Tides on coastal waters

Answer 37

High and low tides are predictable, and each one normally occurs twice-daily and approximately six hour intervals.

Question 38

Steering compasses

Answer 38

Mount a boat compass away from iron, magnets, and electrical wiring and equipment. Practice with your compass and other navigation equipment in good weather. Make sure you know how to use them.

Question 39

Nautical charts

Answer 39

Contain important information such as water depths and the location of channels, sandbars, rocks, and vegetation

Question 40

Before you go out on your PWC

Answer 40

Read and understand the owners manual. Review the video most PWC manufacturers provide. Inspect your PWC periodically, and preform necessary maintenance to keep it in good operating condition. Be aware of all local, state, and federal laws that apply to PWC's. Don't forget that in addition to obeying all boating laws, the PWC operator must adhere to laws specific to personal watercraft

Question 41

Wake

Answer 41

Waves that a vessel leaves behind as it moves through the water

Question 42

Lanyard

Answer 42

Short cord used for fastening something or securing rigging; on a PWC and most powerboats, it attaches the ignition safety switch to the operators wrist or lifejacket

Question 43

How to prevent propeller strikes

Answer 43

Turn off the engine when passengers are boarding or disembarking

Question 44

How to prevent propeller strikes

Answer 44

Maintain a proper lookout for people in the water

Question 45

How to prevent propeller strikes

Answer 45

Prevent passengers from being thrown overboard accidentally

Question 46

Devices that reduce propeller strikes

Answer 46

Guards- Devices that provide some type of physical barrier around the propeller Propulsion- Devices other than a propeller such as jet drives in pump jets Interlocks- Devices that automatically turn off the engine or sounds an alarm Sensors- Wireless sensors or other devices worn by boaters that shut off the boats engine or trigger an alarm if the wearer falls overboard