Boat Safety Test FLORIDA
All boats operating between sunset and sunrise - Turn on navigation lights
What must you do when anchoring at night? - Turn on an all-around white light
In the United States, what is the safety and distress calling frequency? - VHF Channel 16
HF Channel 16 - Mechanical
At a minimum, what should a non-powered canoe or kayak display in reduced visibility? - All around
white light
Which is a characteristic of a Type III PFD? - It will not turn most unconscious wearers face-up
When paddling a canoe at night, which piece of equipment should be carried to help avoid a collision? -
Flashlight
According to the Navigation Rules, which must be aboard a 22-foot powerboat? - A whistle or horn
If pyrotechnic visual distress signals are used, how many must be onboard? - 3
What type of boat requires navigation lights? - All boats operating between sunset and sunrise
The tongue weight of a trailer should be what percent of the Gross Trailer Weight Rating (GTWR)? - 5 to
15%
Trailer ratings are based on what? - The total weight of the trailer and boat
, What is the best course of action if you see a thunderstorm approaching? - Put your life jacket on, secure
crew and gear, and keep a sharp lookout
Tide tables contain which of the following? - The height of the tide
What currents are a result of the movement of the sun and the moon? - Tidal currents
What should you do when operating a boat in large waves and high wind? - Head into the waves at a
slight angle and reduce speed
What is an important step in the fueling process? - Ensuring electrical switches are off
In many states, trailers with a GVWR of 1,500 pounds or greater are required by law to have what
equipment? - Brakes
When retrieving a boat at a ramp what should be avoided? - Power loading onto the trailer
How much fuel is it illegal to spill overboard? - Any amount that causes a sheen
What should you do when operating in conditions of reduced visibility? - Turn on navigation lights
What is being signaled when you hear 5 short blasts from another vessel's horn? - They are indicating a
dangerous situation exists
A boat less than 12 meters (39.4 feet) in length, must have which of the following aboard? - Sound
signaling device
Which statement is true concerning visual distress signals? - Flares are rated for day, night or combined
day/night use
All boats operating between sunset and sunrise - Turn on navigation lights
What must you do when anchoring at night? - Turn on an all-around white light
In the United States, what is the safety and distress calling frequency? - VHF Channel 16
HF Channel 16 - Mechanical
At a minimum, what should a non-powered canoe or kayak display in reduced visibility? - All around
white light
Which is a characteristic of a Type III PFD? - It will not turn most unconscious wearers face-up
When paddling a canoe at night, which piece of equipment should be carried to help avoid a collision? -
Flashlight
According to the Navigation Rules, which must be aboard a 22-foot powerboat? - A whistle or horn
If pyrotechnic visual distress signals are used, how many must be onboard? - 3
What type of boat requires navigation lights? - All boats operating between sunset and sunrise
The tongue weight of a trailer should be what percent of the Gross Trailer Weight Rating (GTWR)? - 5 to
15%
Trailer ratings are based on what? - The total weight of the trailer and boat
, What is the best course of action if you see a thunderstorm approaching? - Put your life jacket on, secure
crew and gear, and keep a sharp lookout
Tide tables contain which of the following? - The height of the tide
What currents are a result of the movement of the sun and the moon? - Tidal currents
What should you do when operating a boat in large waves and high wind? - Head into the waves at a
slight angle and reduce speed
What is an important step in the fueling process? - Ensuring electrical switches are off
In many states, trailers with a GVWR of 1,500 pounds or greater are required by law to have what
equipment? - Brakes
When retrieving a boat at a ramp what should be avoided? - Power loading onto the trailer
How much fuel is it illegal to spill overboard? - Any amount that causes a sheen
What should you do when operating in conditions of reduced visibility? - Turn on navigation lights
What is being signaled when you hear 5 short blasts from another vessel's horn? - They are indicating a
dangerous situation exists
A boat less than 12 meters (39.4 feet) in length, must have which of the following aboard? - Sound
signaling device
Which statement is true concerning visual distress signals? - Flares are rated for day, night or combined
day/night use
