PCOC Navigation Lights and Sound Signals 2

Question 1

What does one short blast on a vessel's horn mean when vessels are in sight of each other?

Accepted Answer

I am altering my course to starboard

Answer

One short blast signals that the vessel is altering its course to starboard (turning right).

Question 2

What does two short blasts on a vessel's horn indicate?

Accepted Answer

I am altering my course to port

Answer

Two short blasts signal that the vessel is altering its course to port (turning left).

Question 3

What does three short blasts on a vessel's horn signal?

Accepted Answer

My engines are operating in reverse (astern propulsion)

Answer

Three short blasts mean the vessel's engines are running in reverse (astern propulsion), warning nearby vessels the craft is slowing or backing up.

Question 4

In restricted visibility, how often must a power-driven vessel making way sound its fog signal?

Accepted Answer

Every 2 minutes

Answer

A power-driven vessel making way in restricted visibility must sound one prolonged blast at intervals of not more than 2 minutes.

Question 5

What fog signal must a vessel at anchor sound in restricted visibility?

Accepted Answer

A bell rung rapidly for about 5 seconds at intervals of not more than 1 minute

Answer

A vessel at anchor must rapidly ring a bell for approximately 5 seconds at intervals of not more than one minute to warn nearby vessels of its stationary position.

(PCOC) Pleasure Craft Operator Card Practice Test

(PCOC) Pleasure Craft Operator Card Practice Test

PCOC Navigation Lights and Sound Signals 2