NJ Boating Test Questions and Answers (100% Correct) |latest updates|

NJ Boating Test Questions and Answers (100% Correct) |latest updates| how to avoid propeller strikes when boarding - answer-turn of engine What is a reason why boat operators would be directed to shore? - answer-not enough PFDs on board What is the best way of minimizing the risk of drowning? - answer-wearing a life jacket how to avoid transporting nuisance species - answer-clean hull, clear bilge, clear off zebra mussels boat operator should tell passengers - answer-basic safety information and the location of safety equipment function of an ignition safety switch - answer-kills the engine if it comes off How far away from a marina, dock, or wharf must a power boat be to travel faster than no wake speed? - answer-200 feet effect of alcohol while boating compared to land - answer-greater while boating boating while intoxicated in NJ waters - answer-boating in NJ = implied consent for breathilizer Who is responsible for avoiding collisions? - answer-the operator What is a safe speed for boats? - answer-a speed at which the operator can avoid collisions What is the main purpose of the lateral system of red and green buoys/markers? - answer-to mark the edge of safe waters Is operating at slow/no-wake speed when passing an anchored vessel legal? - correct answers yes When is a sailboat undersail the give-way vessel when encountering a power-driven vessel? - answer-when it is overtaking the power-driven vessel What should an operator do to make sure passengers know what to do in an emergency? - answer-conduct drills Other than a vessel operator, who is required to be on board a vessel if it is towing a skier? - answer-a competent observer white buoy with an orange diamond with a cross through it and black lettering - correct answers-exclusion (do not enter) Why is carbon monoxide dangerous? - answer-clear, odorless, tasteless At what distance away from a military vessel must a recreational vessel slow to minimum speed? - answer-500 yards What must a vessel owner do before letting others operate their vessel? - correct answers-make sure the person knows how to operate the boat safely how to reduce the risk of falling overboard - answer-stay near the center of the boat, *low center of gravity* What must the boat operator do when someone is being pulled into the boat from the water? - answer-turn off the engine first action required of a boat operator who witnesses an accident - answer- provide assistance When is a boat operator required to report an accident? - answer-when is results in death/disappearance, injury, or damage more than $2000 condition with greatest risk of developing hypothermia - answer-immersed in cold water What should you immediately do if a boat's motor catches on fire? - answer-turn off the engine What do you do if you run aground? - answer-lift the outdrive action that results in loss of steering control in a PWC - answer-letting off of the throttle NJ law: How old must you be to operate a boat that is greater than 12 ft but has an engine of less than 10 horsepower? - answer-13 years old When is it legal to tow a person on waterskis? - answer-sunrise to sunset What does an operator do to keep a proper lookout? - answer-watch for navigational hazards How many feet away from the shoreline must a jetski be to operate at a speed greater than minimum headway speed? - answer-100 feet What hours is it illegal to operate a PWC? - answer-sunset to sunrise Why should an operator keep a proper lookout? - answer-to avoid collisions What can paddlers do to avoid capsizing? - answer-low center of gravity, 3 points of contact with boat anglers/hunters should do this while fishing/hunting from boat - answer-wear a PFD Children of what age are required to wear a PFD? - answer-12 and under What is the main factor in determining a safe speed? - answer-visibility What do you do when two powerboats are approaching head on? - answer-both turn right When should navigation lights be displayed? - answer-night and when visibility is reduced What could happen if you anchor from the stern? - answer-the boat could swamp What do you do if visibility is restricted because of fog? - answer-reduce speed to avoid collisions What do you do if you fall overboard in cold water? - answer-try to get back into/onto your boat or on something else that floats How should a boat's registration number and validation decal be displayed? - correct answers-on both sides of the bow What are the most important factors in choosing a PFD? - answer-weight and chest size Information on the capacity plate - answer-number of people, max weight,