Emergency Procedures and Safety Flashcards
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What does a boat's hull label 'USCG Approved' on a Type II PFD mean?
Answer: It meets Coast Guard safety standards for buoyancy and construction
A USCG Approved label means the PFD has been tested and meets federal minimum standards for buoyancy and construction quality.
How should you approach a person in the water to perform a rescue while minimizing risk of injuring them with the propeller?
Answer: Shut off the engine before the person can reach the propeller and approach under momentum
Shutting off the engine before the victim is near the stern prevents propeller strike injuries during the rescue.
What does 'HELP' position stand for in cold water survival?
Answer: Heat Escape Lessening Posture
The Heat Escape Lessening Posture (HELP) draws the knees to the chest and crosses the arms to reduce heat loss and slow hypothermia.
A passenger is showing signs of carbon monoxide poisoning while near the stern. What is the priority action?
Answer: Move the passenger to fresh air immediately and call for emergency help
Carbon monoxide is colorless and odorless; moving the victim to fresh air immediately is the critical first step before any other action.
Which pyrotechnic device is visible at the greatest distance and is useful for attracting rescuers from far away?
Answer: Red parachute rocket flare
Parachute rocket flares reach altitudes of 1,000 feet and can be seen up to 40 miles away, making them the best long-range visual distress signal.
What information must be included in a Mayday call on VHF Channel 16?
Answer: Vessel name, position, nature of distress, number of people aboard, and your intentions
A Mayday call must include the vessel name, position, nature of distress, number of persons aboard, and your intentions to give rescuers complete information.
When should flares be replaced according to USCG regulations?
Answer: Before their marked expiration date (typically 42 months from manufacture)
USCG-approved pyrotechnic flares expire 42 months from the manufacture date and must be replaced before expiration to remain legal.