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NJ Boaters Exam
Question | Answer |
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How should a vessels registration number and validation decal be displayed? | On both sides of the bow of the boat |
What is most important when selecting the right type of PFD for a passenger? | The passengers bodyweight and chest size |
What important safety information is found on a boats capacity plate? | Maximum weight and or number of people the boat can carry safely |
What is the best way to find out about hazards on a local waterway? | consult a nautical map |
According to New Jersey law what is the minimum age required to operate a personal watercraft PWC if an approved boating course has been successfully completed? | 16 years old |
Which type of PFD will turn most unconscious persons face up in the water? | Type I: offshore life jacket |
Everyone on board a vessel should understand basic safety practices. Who is responsible for ensuring this? | The vessel operator |
Where is the best place to store a fire extinguisher on a boat? | Mounted in an accessible location |
When should a life jacket be discarded and replaced? | When it is slightly torn |
What effect does alcohol have when you are operating a vessel? | Increases the likelihood of accidents |
When boating on a federally controlled waters in an 18 foot boat what equipment are you legally required to have onboard? | US Coast Guard approved visual distress signals |
What sound producing device(s) is required when boating on New Jersey waters in an 18 foot powerboat? | A whistle or horn |
Which of these provides a warning that dangerous weather is approaching? | Dark clouds and shifting winds |
What is one part of a regular basil and engine maintenance program? | Checking the oil level before every outing |
How should you approach the dock when docking your bass off? | Against the wind or current whichever is stronger |
What should you do before fueling your boat? | Turn off the engine and close all windows ports doors and other openings to keep gas fumes out of the boat |
Where should your trailer be located while you transfer your gear to the vessel and remove the tiedown straps? | well away from the boat ramps |
How can propeller strike accidents be avoided? | Turn off the engine when passengers are boarding |
Which of the following is a reason that a boat operator maybe directed by an officer to return to shore? | Not having enough personal flotation devices on board |
What is the best way to minimize the risk of drowning while boating? | Have everyone wear an appropriate life jacket at all times |
How can you prevent transporting nuisance species (plants or animals) with your vessel from one waterway to another? | remove any zebra mussels you see before leaving the body of water |
What should the vessel operator tell everyone on board before departing? | Where to find the PFDs and visual distress signals |
What is the main function of an ignition safety switch? | To shut off the engine if the operator is thrown overboard |
In New Jersey how far must a vessel operating at more than “slow speed no wake” stay from a marina pier dock or wharf? | 200 feet |
How does the effect of alcohol consumed while boating compare to the effect on land? | Much greater effect while boating |
Which is true about operating a boat in New Jersey while intoxicated? | By boating on New Jersey waters a vessel operator has consented to alcohol testing |
When two vessels are operating in the same general area who is responsible for avoiding a collision? | The operators of both vessels |
How do you know when you are operating your basketball at a safe speed? | You have a Enough time to avoid a collision |
What is the main purpose of the lateral system of red and green buoys and markers? | to mark the edges of safe water areas |
According to New Jersey boating law which of these is legal? | operating at “slow speed no wake” when passing anchored vessels |
When is a sailboat under sail the give-way vessel when encountering a power driven vessel? | when the sailboat is overtaking the power driven vessel |
What should a vessel operator do to make sure everyone knows what to do in case of an emergency? | Conduct an emergency drill with the passengers |
According to New Jersey law who must be on board in addition to the operator if a vessel is towing a skier? | A confident observer in a position to observe the progress of the person being towed |
What is indicated by a white marker with an orange crossed diamond and black lettering? | Exclusion or keep out area such as a dam |
Why is carbon monoxide gas dangerous? | You said it is colorless odorless and tasteless and can be fatal |
A recreational vessel that is approaching a US Navy vessel. At what distance from the US Navy vessel must the recreational vessel slow to minimum speed? | 500 yards |
What must an owner do before allowing others to operate his or her vessel? | Make sure they know how to operate it safely |
What should you do to reduce the risk of falling overboard? | Keep your center of gravity low |
What should a motor boat operator do when someone is being pulled into the boat from the water? | Turn off the engine |
What is the first action required of a boat operator who witnesses a boating accident? | To provide assistance |
When are you required to report a boating accident to the New Jersey State police? | damage to your boat is more than $2000 as the result of a boating accident |
Under which condition is a person at the greatest risk of developing hypothermia? | when being immersed in Cold water |
What should you do immediately if a boat motor catches on fire? | Shut off the fuel supply |
If you're inboard/outboard boat runs aground what action should you take in addition to shifting the wait away from the point of impact? | Stop the engine and left the outdrive |
Which of the following may cause the loss of steering ability in a PWC? | Letting off the throttle control |
According to New Jersey law how old must a person be to operate a vessel 12 feet in length or greater and powered by a motor less than 10 hp? | 13 years of age |
According to New Jersey law when is it legal to tow a person behind a boat on waterskis or other device? | Between sunrise and sunset |
What should a vessel operator do to keep a proper lookout? | Watch for navigational hazards |
Which of the following is a legal operation of a PWC in New Jersey? | Operating at minimum headway speed while 100 feet from a shoreline |
According to New Jersey law during what hours is it illegal to operate a personal watercraft? | Between Sunset and sunrise |
Why should a vessel operator keep a proper lookout? | To avoid collisions |
What should paddlers do to protect against capsizing their canoe or kayak? | Keep a low center of gravity and three points of contact |
What should anglers and hunters do when they are fishing or hunting from a boat? | Wear a life jacket at all times |
According to New Jersey law children of what age are required to wear a life jacket while on the open deck of a vessel that is underway? | Those that are 12 years old and younger |
What determines if a speed is safe for your boat? | Visibility conditions |
What should the operators of a PWC and a motorboat do when approaching head on? | Both vessels should turn to starboard or right |
When must navigation lights be displayed? | from sunset to sunrise and when visibility is restricted |
What could happen if you anchor a boat from the stern? | The boat could swamp |
Visibility is restricted due to fog. What should the vessel operator do to avoid the risk of a collision? | Reduce speed to the minimum needed to stay on course |
What should you do if you fall overboard into Cold water? | Try to reboard your boat or anything else still floating |