Safe Boating Practices

How does faster speed affect the operator's ability to react to different situations? (2)

• Less time to react

• Longer stopping distance

• Shorter stopping distance

• More time to react

What types of vessels and activities should we generally keep clear of while operating a power vessel?

• Large Commercial Vessels

• Sailboats Under Sail

• Kayaks and Canoes

• All of the above.

What should the operator of a pleasure craft remember when operating in the vicinity of a vessel engaged in fishing?

• Give lots of room, it probably stinks.

• If you get close you can get free fish.

• Give lots of room, they maybe towing nets behind them.

• Always pass in front of them

What should the operator of a pleasure craft of less than 20 m in length remember when passing through a narrow channel? (Pick all that apply)

• Stay clear of swimmers and property.

• Adjust speed to reduce wake.

• Follow "Collision Regulations"

• Stay to the starboard side as much as possible.

This flag means...

• I have a diver down, keep well clear at slow speed.

• I am altering my course to starboard.

• I require assistance.

• I an anchored for the night be quiet.