Boating Laws & Navigational Rules Flashcards

Under Alabama law, when must a written accident report be filed if a person is injured and requires medical treatment beyond first aid?

Answer: Within 10 days

Alabama requires a written accident report within 10 days when injuries require medical treatment beyond first aid.

What lighting configuration is required for a power-driven vessel underway that is less than 39.4 feet (12 meters) long?

Answer: An all-round white light and sidelights, or a combined lantern

Vessels under 12 meters may use a single all-round white light with sidelights or a combined tri-color lantern.

Which of the following is TRUE about waterskiing regulations in Alabama?

Answer: A separate observer in addition to the operator is required

Alabama law requires a dedicated observer aboard the towing vessel so the operator can focus on navigation.

A vessel displaying a red light over a white light on a mast is signaling that it is:

Answer: A vessel engaged in fishing

Red over white lights on a vessel indicate it is engaged in fishing with gear that restricts its maneuverability.

In Alabama, which vessels are required to be titled and registered?

Answer: All motorized vessels and sailboats over 12 feet

Alabama requires registration and titling for all motorized vessels and sailboats exceeding 12 feet in length.

What is the purpose of a 'diver down' flag displayed on a vessel or buoy in Alabama waters?

Answer: Warns other boaters that divers are below the surface nearby

A diver down flag requires nearby boaters to slow down and stay at least 100 feet away because divers are in the water.

Under the Navigation Rules, which vessel is NEVER required to give way to other vessels?

Answer: All vessels must sometimes give way

All vessels have give-way obligations in certain situations; even privileged vessels must act to avoid collision if the give-way vessel fails to do so.