Why is Carbon monoxide dangerous?
  • It is colorless, odorless, and tasteless and can be fatal
  • Turn off the engine and close all windows, ports, doors, and other openings
  • To shut off the engine is the operator is thrown overboard
  • Turn off the engine when passengers are boarding
What must an opener do before allowing others to operate his or her vessel?
  • A whistle, a horn, or another sound device
  • Make sure they know how to operate it safely
  • Maximum weight and/or number of people the boat can carry safely
  • To mark the edges of safe water areas
Visibility is restored due to fog. What should the vessel operator do to avoid the risk of collision?
  • Make sure they know how to operate it safely
  • A whistle, a horn, or another sound device
  • Reduce speed to the minimum needed to stay on course
  • When the sailboat is overtaking the power-driven vessel
Which condition required that you report a boating accident to the Alabama Marine Police Division?
  • Damage to your host is more that $2,000 as the result of a boating accident
  • By operating a vessel on Alabama waters, a boater must submit to testing for BAC
  • Crossing at right angles to another vessel when visibility is unobstructed
  • A whistle, a horn, or another sound device
What important safety information is found on a boat's capacity plate?
  • Maximum weight and/or number of people the boat can carry safely
  • Make sure they know how to operate it safely
  • To shut off the engine is the operator is thrown overboard
  • Where to find the PFDs and visual distress signals
In Alabama, how far must a vessel stay from a diver-down flag?
  • 100 ft
  • Keep centered in the boat
  • Letting off the throttle control
  • Shut off the fuel supply, and try to put out the fire with an extinguisher
Which of the following is an example of careless operation?
  • Dark clouds and shifting winds
  • Crossing at right angles to another vessel when visibility is unobstructed
  • Mounted in an accessible location
  • Not having enough PFDs on board
Which type of PFD will turn most unconscious people face up in the water?
  • 100 ft
  • By operating a vessel on Alabama waters, a boater must submit to testing for BAC
  • Type 1
  • To provide assistance
According to Alabama law, children of what age are required to wear a properly secured PFD while Ina vessel unless the child is enclosed in a cabin?
  • Those under 8 years of age
  • The operators of both vessels
  • Much greater while boating
  • The vessel operator
Which of these provides a warning that dangerous weather is approaching?
  • Watch for navigational hazards
  • Well away from the boat ramp
  • Dark clouds and shifting winds
  • Not having enough PFDs on board
How should a vessel's registration number and validation decal be displayed?
  • Both vessels should turn to starboard (right)
  • On both sides of the bow of the boat
  • Conduct an emergency drill with the passengers
  • Well away from the boat ramp
What sound producing device(s) is required when boating on Alabama waters in an 18-foot powerboat?
  • On both sides of the bow of the boat
  • A whistle, a horn, or another sound device
  • Conduct an emergency drill with the passengers
  • Exclusion or keep-out area, such as a dam
In Alabama, what are the recommended hours for PWC operation?
  • Between sunset and sunrise (daylight hours)
  • Into the wind or current, whichever is stronger
  • Increases the likelihood of accidents
  • Where to find the PFDs and visual distress signals
When two vessels are operating in the same general area, who is responsible for avoiding a collision?
  • The operators of both vessels
  • Much greater while boating
  • Turn off the engine
  • The vessel operator
What is the best way to find out about hazards on a local waterway?
  • To provide assistance
  • Mounted in an accessible location
  • Checking the oil level before every outing
  • Consult a nautical chart
What is important when selecting the right PFD for a passenger?
  • Mounted in an accessible location
  • Make sure they know how to operate it safely
  • Letting off the throttle control
  • Passenger's body weight and chest size
If your inboard/outboard boat runs aground, what action should you take in addition to shifting the weight away from the point of impact?
  • U.S. Coast Guard -approved visual distress signals
  • Stop the engine and lift the outdrive
  • A whistle, a horn, or another sound device
  • You have enough time to avoid a collision
According to Alabama law, what operators are required to have completed an approved boating course in order to operate a PWC?
  • Have everyone wear an appropriate life jacket at all times
  • Operating at less than 5mph in a "slow, no wake" speed area
  • Between one hot before sunrise and one hour after sunset
  • Operators who are 12 years of age or older
According to Alabama boating law, which of these is considered a legal operation?
  • When the sailboat is overtaking the power-driven vessel
  • A wide-angle rear view mirror
  • Operating at less than 5mph in a "slow, no wake" speed area
  • By operating a vessel on Alabama waters, a boater must submit to testing for BAC
Why should a vessel operator keep proper lookout?
  • Visibility conditions
  • To provide assistance
  • To avoid collision
  • Keep centered in the boat
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