PCOC Rules and Regulations for Operation 5

Question 1

What is the correct VHF channel for distress, safety, and calling in Canada?

Accepted Answer

Channel 16

Answer

VHF Channel 16 is the international distress, safety, and calling channel that must be monitored by all equipped vessels.

Question 2

What restriction applies to the use of a Personal Watercraft (PWC) between sunset and sunrise?

Accepted Answer

PWC operation is prohibited during those hours

Answer

Personal watercraft are prohibited from operating between sunset and sunrise because they cannot display the navigation lights required by the Collision Regulations.

Question 3

When overtaking another vessel in a narrow channel, which signal does the overtaking vessel sound to indicate intent to pass on the other vessel's port side?

Accepted Answer

Two short blasts

Answer

Two short blasts signal the overtaking vessel's intent to pass on the other vessel's port side under the Collision Regulations.

Question 4

Which document must be carried aboard a Canadian-registered pleasure craft at all times while underway?

Accepted Answer

Proof of vessel registration or a pleasure craft licence

Answer

Under the Canada Shipping Act, operators must carry their Pleasure Craft Licence or Certificate of Registry onboard at all times.

Question 5

What is the purpose of displaying a black ball shape from a vessel during daylight hours?

Accepted Answer

It indicates the vessel is at anchor

Answer

A vessel at anchor must display a black ball shape in the forepart of the vessel during daylight as required by the Collision Regulations.

(PCOC) Pleasure Craft Operator Card Practice Test

(PCOC) Pleasure Craft Operator Card Practice Test

PCOC Rules and Regulations for Operation 5