Boating License Test Emergency Procedures Flashcards
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What is the first action you should take if your boat begins taking on water?
Answer: Identify and plug the source of flooding if possible
You should first attempt to locate and plug the source of flooding to keep the vessel afloat while also signaling for help.
Which distress signal is recognized as a universal SOS at sea?
Answer: Three short blasts followed by three long blasts followed by three short blasts
The SOS signal (three short, three long, three short) is the internationally recognized distress call.
If a passenger falls overboard, what should you do FIRST?
Answer: Throw a flotation device to the person
Immediately throwing a PFD or life ring to the person in the water gives them buoyancy while you maneuver the boat.
What does the distress signal 'MAYDAY' indicate?
Answer: A vessel is in grave and imminent danger requiring immediate assistance
MAYDAY is an international radio distress call indicating a life-threatening emergency requiring immediate assistance.
When should you use a visual distress signal (VDS) such as a flare?
Answer: When in distress and needing immediate rescue
Visual distress signals like flares are used only in genuine emergency situations to attract rescuers.
What is the proper VHF radio channel to use for distress calls in the US?
Answer: Channel 16
VHF Channel 16 is the international distress, safety, and calling channel monitored by the US Coast Guard.