1. Proper Display of Numbers
BS B

2. Classes of Boats Class A Class 1 Class 2 Class 3
Less than 16 ft. (4.9 m)
Class 1
16 ft. to less than 26 ft. (7.9 m)
Class 2
26 ft. to less than 40 ft. (12.2 m)
Class 3
40 ft. to no more than 65 ft. (19.8 m) B

3. Measuring Boat Length
BS B

4. Life Preserver Requirements
A life preserver on board for each person
is wearable
has a legible USCG approved number
fits the person
is easily accessible
is in good condition
Boats over 16 ft. must have a throwable device
BS B

5. Classes of Life Preservers
Inherently Buoyant
Buoyant material built in
Traditional, low maintenance, rugged
For swimmers and non swimmers
Inflatable
ZERO buoyancy unless inflated
Inflated manually or automatically
Require regular maintenance
Not to be used for
Non or weak swimmers; children under 16 or under 80 lbs
Water Impact Sports; under clothing
Hybrid Inflatable (Combination)
Inherently buoyant floatation, inflatable bladder for extra lift
BS B

6. Fire Extinguisher Requirements
All Boats with
Inboard engines
Permanently installed fuel tanks
Closed compartment/ living space
Fuel Tanks in enclosed compartments
BS B

7. FLAME ARRESTORS
All Gasoline engines except outboard motors must be equipped with acceptable flame arrestors
BS B

8. Acceptable Visual Distress Signals
3 Hand-held red flares - (day & night) OR
1 Hand-held red flare - (day & night), and
2 Parachute flares - (day & night)
1 Hand-held orange smoke signal - (day), and
2 Floating orange smoke signals - (day), and
1 Electric distress signal - (night)
BS B

9. Typical Sound Producing Devices
Whistle
Air or
Electric Horn
Bell
Hand-Held Gas-Powered Horn
BS B

10. Typical Hull Identification Number
BS B

11. Typical Ventilation System
BS B

12. Typical Reasons for an Order of Termination of Use
Inadequate
Life preservers
Fire extinguishers
Navigation lights
Overloaded boat
Fuel leakage
Unsafe vessel
BS B

13. Water Pollution Oil Discharge
DISCHARGE OF OIL PROHIBITED
THE FEDERAL WATER POLLUTION CONTROL ACT
PROHIBITS THE DISCHARGE OF OIL OR OILY WASTE
INTO OR UPON THE NAVIGABLE WATERS OF THE
UNITED STATES OR THE WATERS OF THE
CONTIGUOUS ZONE IF SUCH DISCHARGE CAUSES A
FILM OR SHEEN UPON, OR A DISCOLORATION OF THE
SURFACE OF THE WATER, OR CAUSES A SLUDGE OR
EMULSION BENEATH THE SURFACE OF THE WATER.
VIOLATORS ARE SUBJECT TO SUBSTANTIAL CIVIL
AND OR CRIMINAL PENALTIES INCLUDING IMPRISONMENT
BS B

14. Garbage Dumping Restriction Placard
BS B

15. Also Know State And Local Requirements
Accident Reporting
Also Know State And Local Requirements
BS B

16. THE 60 x D = S x T FORMULA D = Distance ( in nautical miles)
S = Speed (in knots)
T = Time (in minutes) B

17. Calculating Distance
How far will your boat go if you run at 10 knots for 30 minutes?
Formula 60 x D = S x T
60 x D = 10 x 30
60 x D = 300
D = 5 B

18. LABELING A COURSE LINE FOR DISTANCE
Course 067 True
Distance to next objective 11.2 nautical miles B

19. Calculating Speed
What was your boat speed if it took you 40 minutes to run 8 nautical miles?
Formula 60 x D = S x T
60 x 8 = S x 40
480 = S x 40
S = 12 B

20. LABELING A COURSE LINE FOR SPEED
S D 11.2
Course 067 True; Speed 13.4 Knots
Distance to next objective 11.2 nautical miles B

21. Calculating Time
How long will take you to go 5 nautical miles at 10 knots?
Formula 60 X D = S x T
60 x 5 = 10 x T
300 = 10 x T
T = 30 B

22. 24 - Hour Clock
0000
2400
1100
0100
1000
0200
1200
2300
1300
2200
1400
0900
2100
1500
0300
2000
1600
1900
1700
0800
1800
0400
0700
0500
0600 B

23. Alternative Method of Using the 60 x D = S x T FormulaB

24. The General Rule of Responsibility
You must comply with The Rules
You must take every precaution required by the “ordinary practice of good seamanship” to avoid immediate danger, including collision.
“Precaution” may include departing from the rules.
BS B

25. Definition of Terms Sailing Vessel Power-Driven Vessel Give-Way Vessel
Under sail only
Power-Driven Vessel
Propelled by machinery
Give-Way Vessel
Must stay out of another vessel’s way
Stand-On Vessel
Not required to get out of the way, but must always avoid collision
Underway
Not at anchor, made fast to shore, or aground
BS B

26. Definition of Terms Restricted Visibility Vessel Not Under Command
Any condition in which visibility is restricted
Vessel Not Under Command
Unable to maneuver as required by The Rules due to special circumstances, and therefore unable to keep out of the way of another vessel
Vessel Restricted in Ability to Maneuver
Unable to maneuver due to the nature of her work and unable to keep out of the way of another vessel
BS B

27. Steering and Sailing Rules
Apply in Three General Situations
Vessels in any condition of visibility
Vessels in sight of one another
Vessels in restricted visibility
BS B

28. Steering and Sailing Rules In Any Condition of Visibility
Lookout
You must maintain a lookout at all times
You must be alert for other boats
Your lookout must be qualified and have no other duties
Safe Speed
You must always proceed at safe speed
BS B

29. Steering and Sailing Rules In Any Condition of Visibility
Proceeding in Narrow Channels
Keep as near to the outer edge of a channel that lies to your starboard side as is safe and practical
Do not impede vessels that can safely navigate only within a narrow channel
Rounding a Bend
Navigate with alertness and caution
Sound warning signals
BS B

30. Steering and Sailing Rules In Any Condition of Visibility
Vessel Priority
(Except where required otherwise)
Vessels not under command
Vessels restricted in maneuverability
Vessels engaged in fishing
Power-driven vessels
BS B

31. Steering and Sailing Rules Vessels in Sight of One Another
Vessel Overtaking
The overtaking vessel must give-way
The vessel being overtaken must stand-on
The overtaking vessel, with proper signal, may pass on either side
BS B

32. Steering and Sailing Rules Vessels in Sight of One Another
Powerboats Meeting Head-On
Neither vessel has priority of movement
Both must take action to avoid collision
Vessels, with proper signal, may pass on either side
BS B

33. Steering and Sailing Rules Vessels in Sight of One Another
Powerboats Crossing
A power-driven vessel seeing another vessel crossing off its starboard side is the give-way vessel
The crossing vessel is the stand-on vessel, but must always take action to avoid collision
BS B

34. Steering and Sailing Rules Vessels In Sight Of One Another
Wind
Stand-On Vessel
Wind on starboard side
Give-Way Vessel
Wind on port side
Sailing vessels approaching one another each with wind on a different side
BS B

35. Steering and Sailing Rules Vessels In Sight Of One Another
Wind
Give-Way Vessel
Stand-On Vessel
Sailing vessels approaching one another both with wind on the same side
BS B

36. Steering and Sailing Rules Vessels in Restricted Visibility
Proceed at a safe speed
Display running lights
Sound proper sound signals
Post lookouts and listen for other vessels
BS B

37. Maneuvering and Warning Signals
Short Blast - 1 Sec Prolonged Blast Sec
Meeting, Overtaking, Crossing
I intend to pass you on my port side
1 short
I intend to pass you on my starboard
2 short
Operating Astern Propulsion
3 short
Approaching a Blind Channel Bend or Departing a Dock or Mooring
1 prolonged
DANGER SIGNAL
5 or more short
BS B

38. Signals for Vessels at Anchor in Restricted Visibility
BS B

39. Signals for Vessels Underway in Restricted Visibility
BS B

40. Vessel Navigation Lights
Three Purposes of Navigation Lights
Alert other boats of your presence
Tell other boats your boat type, size, speed, course
Help you apply the Navigation Rules
BS B

41. Know the Lights on Large Vessels
Especially tugs and tows!
IT COULD SAVE YOUR LIFE!
Don’t recognize the light you see?
STAY AWAY!
KEEP YOUR DISTANCE!
BS B

42. Day Shapes Dayshapes Always black and have specified sizes and shapes
Apply to both sail and power boats
Dayshape (Cone pointed down)
Sailboat under power with sails raised
BS B