Pre-Departure Checklist Flashcards
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Which fire extinguisher classification is required on most motorized recreational boats?
Answer: Class B
Class B fire extinguishers are required on motorized recreational boats because they are designed to fight flammable liquid fires such as gasoline.
Before departure, you discover your throwable flotation device (Type IV PFD) is waterlogged and damaged. What should you do?
Answer: Replace it with a serviceable device before departing
A damaged or waterlogged throwable PFD may not provide adequate buoyancy and must be replaced with a serviceable one before departure.
What is the purpose of checking the engine cooling water discharge before a trip?
Answer: To confirm the engine is not overheating and water pump is working
A steady stream of cooling water from the discharge tells you the water pump is circulating coolant, preventing engine overheating.
When fueling a boat, what should you do with all passengers before pumping gasoline?
Answer: Have them disembark onto the dock
All passengers should disembark before fueling to reduce weight, prevent accidents, and keep them away from fuel vapors.
Which item on a pre-departure checklist ensures communication in an emergency?
Answer: Verifying the VHF radio is charged and operational
A working VHF radio allows you to call for help on Channel 16, the universal distress frequency, in an emergency.
Before departure, how should you verify your anchor system is ready for use?
Answer: Confirm the anchor, rode, and shackle are in good condition and properly secured onboard
The anchor, all rode (chain and line), and shackle connections should be inspected for wear and confirmed to be readily accessible onboard.
Why is it important to check the fuel level before a boating trip even if you fueled recently?
Answer: Fuel consumption estimates can vary with load, speed, and current
Actual fuel consumption varies based on passenger weight, speed, wind, and currents, so confirming fuel level prevents running out mid-trip.