Chapter 4- Navigational Resources

What is the difference between a chart and a topographical map?

• Charts show what is on land and topographical maps show water areas.

• Charts show water areas and topographical maps show what is on land.

• They are the same thing.

What does CHS stand for?

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• Canadian Hydrographic Services

What does DFO stand for?

• Department of Fisheries and Oceans

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What regulations describe the publications that are required to be carried on board?

• Charts and Nautical Publications Regulations

• The annual edition of the Notice to Mariners

• Sailing Directions

• List of Lights, Buoys and Fog Signals

What must an operator of a vessel ensure before using any charts, documents or publications for navigation?

• Ensure they do not have food stains.

• Ensure everyone on board know how to read them.

• Ensure they are waterproof.

• Ensure they are correct and up to date.

When using a compass...

• Ensure there are no metallic objects, which could provide false information.

• Ensure it is within the line of sight of the operator.

• Ensure it is close to the center line in the cockpit

• All of the above