Basic Boating License Practice Flashcards
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What is the legal blood alcohol concentration (BAC) limit for operating a boat in most U.S. states?
Answer: 0.08%
Most states set the boating BAC limit at 0.08%, the same as for driving.
What personal flotation device (PFD) requirement applies to children on most U.S. boats?
Answer: Children under a set age must wear a life jacket while underway
Federal and state laws require young children to wear a properly fitted life jacket while the boat is underway.
What should you do when a storm approaches while you are on the water?
Answer: Head to the nearest safe shore and have everyone put on life jackets
Seeking safe harbor and donning life jackets is the safest response to an approaching storm.
What is the correct way to retrieve a person who has fallen overboard?
Answer: Turn the boat around, approach from downwind, and stop the engine near them
Approaching slowly from downwind and stopping the propeller prevents injury during recovery.
What does an orange distress flag or orange smoke signal indicate?
Answer: A boater needs help
Orange distress signals are internationally recognized calls for assistance.
Why should you check the weather forecast before every boating trip?
Answer: Conditions can change quickly and create dangerous situations
Weather on the water can shift rapidly, so checking the forecast helps you avoid dangerous conditions.
What is the purpose of an engine cut-off switch (kill switch) lanyard?
Answer: It stops the engine if the operator is thrown from the helm
The lanyard stops the engine if the operator falls, preventing a runaway boat.