Boat Crewman Practice Test

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• Which statement is true about boat crew survival vest equipment?
• The towline should be inspected frequently for damage resulting from cutting, ______, fusing, and snagging.
• When measuring magnetic direction using a parallel rule, the edge passes through which part of the compass rose?
• The scale of a chart is a ratio of a distance on the chart to the actual distance on the ______.
• Radar has short-range and long-range limitations.
• In the context of engine space fires, which pair of extinguishers is described as the quickest combination?
• How is a position plotted using LORAN-C?
• What does the inner ring of the compass rose show when using a parallel rule?
• Speed should be expressed to the nearest what?
• The pivot point is normally ______ of the way aft of the bow.
• Which side is best to climb onto an overturned hull?
• The left rear section of the boat is the port
• As the line is brought aboard, it should be faked on deck or stowed below deck.
• Connecting the towline with a shackle should only be done in which weather condition?
• When radar indicates a collision course, what level of action is recommended?
• Bearing is typically measured in which range of degrees?
• Which term describes a seagoing floor that strengthens the hull by reinforcing the transverse frames and deck beams?
• If trapped in an enclosed cabin, you must remember that all exits are
• If the top stripe of an obstruction or junction buoy is red, which side should be passed on when leaving the harbor?
• Which device is used for dewatering in this scenario?
• What does SPS stand for in GPS terminology?
• What is normally carried by Coast Guard boats greater than 30 ft?
• Radar echoes on the display are interpreted to identify objects.
• Once 'on top,' the hull type that skims along the top of the water is which option?
• Which component should be rotated until seated when mating the distress signal to a projector?
• The noise limiter should be adjusted to reduce what kind of noise while receiving?
• The ______ of the boat is attached to the frames.
• When a boat is at rest, the center of buoyancy acting upward is below the center of gravity acting downward. The boat is in what state?
• One nautical mile is approximately how many yards?
• The bridle for passing a portable pump should be attached to which part of the pump?
• The boat crew survival vest is designed to aid personnel in what?
• All fenders should be rigged and ________ should be broken out and ready before reaching the dock.
• A round turn is two complete turns around an object. Which term describes this?
• Which feature on the compass is aligned with the boat's centerline and provides heading information?
• Which statement describes the Type III PFD design regarding mobility?
• Which of the following options lists the extinguishing approach for engine space fires with the Dry Chemical included?
• After passing the heaving line, which item is lowered over the side?
• Wearing a Type I or III PFD over an anti-exposure coverall may be dangerous in certain situations.
• Which unit could be used by some fathometers to express depth?
• Permanent navigation aids positioned the same as a buoy are which type of beacons?
• Which alphabet is used to spell difficult words over a radio?
• Thimbles are used to ______ load on the eye and provide maximum protection to the inner top of the eye from abrasion and wear.
• What line should be rigged to control the movement of the pump after it is in the water?
• What is the purpose of the tending line in the pump transfer procedure?
• Inflation methods include which of the following?
• Radar fixes are available at greater distances than most other piloting methods.
• The light is intended to emit approximately ____ - ____ flashes per minute.
• In nautical terms, which side of the vessel is referred to as 'starboard'?
• Which strap takes the strain of backing down in an alongside tow?
• The signaling angle for open flame signaling is what degree?
• Which statement about MAYDAY is true?
• For Class B fires, which extinguishing agent is commonly used as the primary?
• Which term describes a seagoing floor that provides hull strength by reinforcing the transverse frames and deck beams?
• What motion should be used when discharging the dry chemical extinguisher?
• Which engine-rudder configuration correctly describes clearing a pier when port side to against wind or current?
• Which method should be used to place two mooring lines on the same cleat quickly and safely?
• Which component is used to change spray patterns on the vari-nozzle?
• The tendency to remain upright is the boat's what?
• One minute of latitude is equal to how many nautical miles?
• The towline should be passed to a person on the other boat in which direction when conditions permit?
• Gunwale refers to which part of the boat?
• Complete the sentence: One degree equals ______ minutes.
• Agency boats carry an ______ radio as a backup communications system. What type is it?
• A portable pump should be started only after suction has been taken. Which option reflects this?
• The protective tab should be bent ________ from the signal.
• When steering on a navigational range, if the top and bottom marks appear in line, you are in alignment with which feature?
• Sailing vessels during periods of reduced visibility should sound which pattern?
• In the dark, the night end of the MK-124 is identifiable by ___________ on the night end.
• Which term describes the ability to prevent water from spreading between compartments?
• The ___________ acts on the hull, topsides, and, on smaller boats, the crew.
• The best all-around hitch for securing a line to a ring, spar, or other round object is the clove hitch.
• Before any crew member touches the litter, what must be done?
• Each MK-79 signal kit contains _________ cartridge type aerial flares and _________ pencil type projector.
• Timber hitches are used to secure a line to logs, planks, or other rough surface material objects.
• Which component provides a structural floor and strengthens the hull?
• What is the standard time unit used in navigational problems described?
• A bow spring line is used primarily to control the bow's position relative to the pier.
• Which action should be performed with the anti-exposure coverall straps before entering the water?
• A minimum of __ turns of towline should always be kept on the reel.
• Anti-exposure coveralls are ideal for cold weather operations with closed cockpit boats.
• The long portion of the anchor that connects to the stock is called the what?
• Which statement is true about mooring port side to with wind from astern?
• When the distance to be measured exceeds the span of the dividers, what procedure is used?
• LORAN-C can pinpoint a boat position within how much of a mile almost anywhere in the world?
• What should be rigged to protect the hull when bringing a disabled boat alongside?
• The MK-127A1 is used as a what type of signal?
• With the starboard screw astern and the port screw stopped, the stern will move to ______.
• After extinguishers expended, and if possible, the ______ supply to the space should be secured.
• The gray strap is used first in the restraint sequence. Which color is the first strap?
• Turning the black tip changes the spray pattern.
• Secure the remaining restraint around the patient working from ______ to ______.
• What is the standard speed unit in navigational problems?
• When trapped in an open cockpit, you should exit by swimming
• When mooring port side to, against the wind or current, the wind will tend to throw the ______ out.
• A single turn is called a what?
• Which distress call has the highest priority in maritime signaling?
• The side of the boat that rests against a dock is called what?
• Which knot is used to secure a rope to a cleat?
• What term describes the distance a propeller advances in one revolution with no slip?
• A power-driven boat underway in reduced visibility should sound which pattern?
• A green sidelight means you are looking at a boat's ______ side.
• Single-leg bridles are generally used in towing from which location?
• In a survival situation, when air will eventually leak or run out, every effort should be made to:
• The ______ is the backbone of the boat.
• What should a PFD be attached to in order to be pulled after exiting?
• To maximize protection from hypothermia, the dry suit should be worn with what undergarment?
• The five restraining straps and mesh netting are for patient restraint. Which item is used for patient restraint alongside the straps?
• The length of time a person can stay alive in cold water depends on three factors. Which are they?
• To measure longitude, where should you place one point of a divider?
• After extinguishers expended, the space ventilation should be secured. Which option expresses this guidance most clearly?
• Under 12 meters in length, sailors must carry which type of signaling equipment?
• Which instrument presents a picture representation of the area around the boat?
• Straight stream is used when penetrating power is critical.
• Wide-angle fog can cool a much __ surface than a steady stream.
• The message line is simply a length of light line, which can be ______, propelled, or floated further than the tow line.
• During preparation, which screw is moved into the safety slot as the second step?
• Which component is used to distribute load across the eye and provide protection for the eye when towing?
• Complete the sentence: Only ______ prowords or abbreviations should be used.
• What knot forms a fixed loop at the end of a rope that won't slip under load?
• Which term refers to the main structural frames that run lengthwise along the hull?
• In mooring terminology, what does the term 'bitter end' refer to?
• The right side of the boat is the
• Which pair of measurements are used to assess collision risk on radar?
• The distress signal light emits about how many flashes per minute?
• Before attempting to escape, what should be inventoried?
• After rigging, the eductor is ______ in the flooded area.
• When operating the CO2 extinguisher, the cylinder should be kept which way?
• The end identified by two prominent bands around the circumference is the ______ end.
• The mile used for measurement on most navigable waters is which unit?
• Which of the following is not a listed cause of towline damage?
• Dewatering, using an eductor, is performed when weather conditions permit your boat to come alongside the disabled boat safely. Which option best describes when this is done?
• When securing a line to a cleat, bitt, or post, you should first take a complete turn around the deck fitting.
• How long can a pump run dry before suction must be established?
• When shortening the tow, what should you do with the slack from the towline to bring the disabled boat alongside?
• GPS is available worldwide.
• Rockets, shells, or flares should be of what color to indicate an emergency?
• The second step in preparing the signal for launching is to move which screw into the safety slot?
• The trailer eyebolt is normally located on which part of the boat?
• Bearings on nautical charts are typically measured in which range?
• Which of the following is NOT a rudder type?
• If the anchor refuses to break free, how should the line be positioned around the forward bitt while the Coxswain moves ahead to break it free?
• The signal should be held downwind and overhead at what angle when using an open flame?
• What is the name of the cylindrical buoy that tapers to a blunt top?
• When the handle is forward, the nozzle is in the ______ position.
• True/False: When swimming out from under an inverted boat, a PFD should be worn at all times.
• Which tool is used to free yourself if you become entangled?
• In a crossing situation to avoid risk of collision, the vessel that has the other on her own STARBOARD side shall keep out of the way.
• Which of the following is a cause of engine space fires?
• On a radar screen, the bearing of a target is indicated by the direction of its echo from the center. Which option correctly describes the bearing?
• When free, the first swimmer out should contact the people inside by
• What longitude value corresponds to the Greenwich meridian?
• GPS is available ______ hours per day.
• To facilitate speed and safety, the dipping the eye method should be used when two mooring lines have to be placed on the same cleat.
• The nautical slide rule was designed to solve what type of problems?
• True/False. It is best to climb on an overturned boat hull from the windward side.
• Dry chemical extinguisher effective range is approximately which of the following?
• Fires fueled by flammable liquids or gases are Class B fires. The primary extinguishing agent for this class is ______.
• The lines that run parallel to the Equator are known as what?
• Which designation describes a channel used for coordinating with multiple agencies?
• The quickest, most likely way to attack an engine space fire is with CO2 and ______ extinguishers.
• You determine your position by matching the line figures displayed on the set to a set of LORAN ______ superimposed on a chart. Which term completes the sentence?
• After boarding the raft, what should you try to do regarding your position relative to the boat?
• To exit a vessel, sometimes it is necessary to:
• In standard piloting problems, what is the unit for distance?
• What must the strainer remain during operation?
• Latitude scales are indicated along the margins on the sides of the chart. Which term best describes these margins?
• When using the VHF-FM direction finder to steer on a signal, you should steer toward the signal source.
• When taking a boat alongside, which component takes the strain of forward movement?
• To measure latitude, where should you place one point of a divider?
• Where are the watertight seals on a dry suit located?
• The upward force of water displaced by the hull is called
• To ensure understanding, the helmsman should always ______ all orders given to him/her by the Coxswain.
• The inflatable PFD uses CO2 as the inflating agent. Which statement is true?
• The Morse code signal ...---... means 'SAVE OUR SHIP' and indicates what kind of situation?
• The bright light spot on the signal mirror is used to _________ the mirror.
• When mooring starboard side to, with no wind or current, the approach angle should be as _________________________ as possible. Twin-Screw Boats
• What are small openings in the hull called?
• Which class of fire uses WATER as the primary extinguishing agent?
• A gun fired at intervals of about how many minutes may be used as an emergency signal?
• On sailboats and rowboats less than 7 meters, what may be displayed if regular running lights are unavailable?
• Lookouts should remain at their station until ______.
• When firing, the arm should be extended ______.
• Which tool is used by the recovery/pickup person to reach the MOB?
• When is the Type III PFD normally worn aboard boats?
• The interior of a boat is compartmentalized into bulkheads, decks, and hatches. The hatches are doors; when closed, the space between them becomes watertight and is called.
• To which station should the pointer proceed during a MOB exercise?
• On a nautical chart, which symbol identifies prominent landmarks such as towers and flagpoles?
• The first thing to do in the case of an engine space fire is to secure the __.
• The Type III PFD has a minimum of ______ lbs of buoyancy.
• The brilliance control should be set so that the radar sweep is barely visible.
• After the victim has been brought alongside the boat, the recovery/pickup person should ______ aboard.
• The dry suit must never be worn over regular clothing.
• If a radar has a variable range marker, the ranges to targets can be read directly from which feature?
• The speed of the water flowing past the rudder greatly enhances which force?
• Becket bends are used to lengthen one line by bending one to another.
• In ship terminology, which term refers to seagoing doors?
• The pillow on the anti-exposure coveralls is inflated orally.
• Which channel number corresponds to the international VHF-FM calling and distress frequency on 156.8 MHz?
• The two primary forces acting upon a floating boat that affect stability are
• If a chart scale is 1:50,000, one centimeter on the chart equals how many centimeters on water?
• Which statement about emergency signaling by color is accurate?
• Skiff hook assemblies breaking strength should be at least what relative to the towing line's breaking strength?
• Prominent landmarks on nautical charts, such as towers and flagpoles, are indicated by which symbol?
• The end of a mooring line fixed to the boat is commonly referred to as the what?
• Which feature on radar can provide a direct readout of distance to a target when available?
• What is the minimum number of lights required on a power-driven vessel less than 7 meters?
• What should be the tempo of transmissions to allow copying of the entire message?
• Which side should you pass on when leaving harbor if the obstruction buoy has a red top stripe?
• Which two measurements are used to express a target's position on a radar display?
• The helmsman should not execute any orders unless ______ by the Coxswain.
• True direction is printed around which part of the compass rose?
• When securing the boat alongside, which line should be led forward to form the bow line?
• What is the standard distance unit in navigational calculations?
• Which item is commonly used as a securing point for fenders?
• The international distress frequency 2182 kHz belongs to which radio band?
• During breakaway procedures, the crew member is responsible for clearing the litter, tending the line, and loose cable over the side.
• You cannot tow beyond the design characteristics of any towing boat simply by ________ the line size.
• Which statement correctly describes the location of the dry suit seals?
• What must be worn over a dry suit at all times?
• What is the international distress and calling frequency in kilohertz?
• Where should the towline be passed when conditions permit and the towing boat can maneuver?
• The MK-79 aerial flares remain illuminated for about 4.5 seconds.
• The bite of an anchor line refers to which rope feature?
• Lights must be used from dusk to dawn and in times of restricted visibility. Which period is covered?
• Fire is a chemical ______ known as combustion.
• The anchor line should form an angle of eight degrees or less with the bottom.
• The skin of the boat is attached to the frames.
• If water currents are strong, it becomes harder to move upwind.
• Which setting on the vari-nozzle is used for long-range reach and penetrating power?
• A power-driven boat less than 7 meters and whose maximum speed does not exceed 7 KTS only has to show an ______ light.
• If you are up into the rigging of the boat, you are going what?
• The Type III PFD has a minimum of how many pounds of buoyancy?
• In an alongside tow, which item is used as the bow line?
• Which statement about Type III PFD mobility compared to Type I is true?
• The semi-displacement hull is a combination of characteristics of the displacement hull and the planing hull.
• What is the next action after attaching the bridle and tending line during pump transfer?
• Complete the sentence: The microphone should not be ______ until you are ready to speak.
• The running or free end of a line is called the what?
• The inflatable PFD will probably have a WHISTLE attached to it for signaling.
• The flotation characteristics of anti-exposure coveralls are similar to those of a PFD.
• In hull construction, the frames extend in which direction relative to the keel?
• Radar navigation also depends on knowledge of the local operating area.
• The flare will provide illumination for approximately __ seconds.
• Day beacons are indicated by small shapes of which color?
• The aerial flares in the MK-79 signal kit can attain an altitude of _______ to _______ FT and remain illuminated for about ________ seconds.
• The CG VHF-FM radios will automatically monitor Channel which?
• A radar bearing of an approaching vessel that remains fairly constant as the range decreases indicates what?
• A prolonged blast lasts approximately how many seconds?
• Which device provides signaling for both daytime and nighttime from a vessel?
• Sandy spits, mud flats, and sandy beaches return which pair of echoes?
• Fires involving energized electrical equipment are Class C fires. The principle remedy is to secure the ______ and apply ______ to the fire.
• Which knot is commonly used to join two ropes of similar thickness?
• Coastlines are viewed at both high water and low water. What are these water levels collectively called?
• In engine commands, what does the term 'ahead' indicate?
• The litter design options include which pairing?
• Discharge from a CO2 extinguisher can injure which part of the body if it comes into contact with your skin?
• The parts of the anchor that dig into the bottom are called what?
• The MK-79 kit can be fired to an altitude of 250 ft to what maximum altitude?
• Slack in the anchor line should be taken up as the boat is moved ahead.
• Which term best describes water flow around a propeller's arc when it rotates?
• Where are the straps located on anti-exposure coveralls?
• Time should be expressed to the nearest what?
• True or False: Straps on anti-exposure coveralls should be tightened before entering the water.
• The eye of the mooring line should be secured to the dock before the bitter end is fixed to the boat cleat. Which part of the line is secured to the dock first?
• What is the function of the mesh netting on the Stokes litter?
• The front end of the boat is the
• For a vessel 12 meters or more, in addition to a whistle, what must be carried?
• The Stokes litter is ______-righting.
• Which of the following best describes the action to maximize survival during a capsize?
• The anti-exposure coveralls are ideal for cold weather operations with closed cockpit boats.
• To maintain buoyancy of the inflatable PFD, an _________ ____________ tube is provided.
• Which anchor component is used to connect the rode to the anchor to allow rotation?
• Which term describes the line on the compass that runs along the boat's centerline?
• Vacuum or ______ pulls the water up through the suction hose and out the discharge hose.
• In an alongside tow, which component bears the load of forward movement?
• Vessels 12 meters or more must carry which signaling device along with a whistle?
• Which of the following is NOT a known cause of engine space fires?
• When steering a compass course, the helmsman should ______ the course as directed.
• For a power-driven boat under 50 meters, which lights must be displayed in addition to red and green sidelights and a masthead light?
• Food and water should be stored where and how?
• Why should the raft be deployed directly from the boat when practical?
• What should the lookout report to the Coxswain?
• The source must continue to perform which action as you track it?
• Day beacons are indicated by small shapes of which color?
• Distance on a nautical chart should be measured using which scale?
• In addition to the thrust along the shaft axis, another effect of propeller rotation is ______.
• After tuning the set, the boat is swung in the direction of the pointer until it ______ itself.
• The plan position indicator indicates the bearing of a target as which type?
• If you see both a red and green sidelight, you are looking at the boat ______.
• In engine space fire response, CO2 is used alongside which of the following extinguishing agents?
• After centering, the boat's head should be swung _____º to be sure the source is ahead, not aft.
• The semi-displacement hull is a combination of characteristics of the ______ hull and the ______ hull. Many ______ boats are this type.
• For retrieving after exiting, which statement is true about the PFD?
• The meridian that passes through Greenwich, England is designated as which of the following?
• In single-screw vessels, propeller side force presents a major obstacle to what?
• The hoisting cable and trail lines should be ________________________ at all times.
• The stern is the rear of a vessel.
• When two power-driven vessels are meeting on head-on or nearly courses so as to involve risk of collision, each shall alter her course to starboard so that each shall pass on the reciprocal side of the other vessel. Which side do they pass on?
• In the transfer procedure, which two lines are used to manage the pump in the water?
• Before attempting to escape, what should be inventoried?
• Fenders should be secured using which knot?
• In marine terminology, what does the word 'stern' refer to?
• When mooring port side to, with a wind or current from astern, the approach should be made using an approximately ______º angle.
• How many positions does the vari-nozzle have?
• Sailing vessels less than 12 meters (international) or 20 meters (inland) in length must display red and green sidelights, or a red and green ______ light, along with a stern light.
• The left center side of the boat is the
• Two red lights in a straight line may be used to indicate that a boat is broken down. Which option correctly describes this signal?
• Two degrees equals how many minutes?
• Which option best completes the statement: The quickest response to engine space fires involves CO2 and ______ extinguishers?
• Which knot is best for joining two ropes of different diameters?
• The anti-exposure coveralls have an orally inflated PILLOW for better flotation angle.
• The arc of the compass card is divided into ______ Degrees.
• After tightening the shackle, it should be moused.
• In the standard sequence of colors used for emergency exit lettering, which color appears third?
• In a fathometer depth sounder, which device transmits and receives the acoustic signal?
• The altitude range for the MK-79 signal is 250 ft to 650 ft.
• Which control selects the operating range and marker interval?
• One advantage of radar is that it can be used during night or periods of low visibility.
• How is the raft manually inflated?
• Which signaling device is commonly used by small boats?
• Hearing a gong indicates the vessel is at least how many meters long?
• Before attaching the towline, ensure the fitting attachment to the deck is secured with through bolts and backing plates. Which option best describes this requirement?
• Which statement about towline inspection is true?
• A one-knot current may affect a boat as much as 30 knots of wind. What term describes this water movement?
• The emergency signaling mirror is used to attract the attention of passing which groups?
• Which statement best describes the purpose of a chart's scale?
• Which item is commonly used on a deck railing to secure fenders?
• Which structural members extend athwartships and are attached to the keel?
• Which word correctly ends a transmission when a reply is not expected?
• Which garment is designed to provide buoyant support during boat operations?
• Which statement about the dry suit is true?
• What is the purpose of mousing a shackle after tightening?
• Connect a Towline to a Trailer Eyebolt Using a Shackle or Skiff Hook: what assembly is used to connect?
• 5. When mooring port side to, the approach should be made slowly at an approximately ________º angle.
• If trapped in or under a boat, where should you seek an air pocket?
• Where should you look for breathable air when trapped under an inverted hull?
• What is used to attach the chain so that the anchor line can spin freely?
• A red sidelight means you are looking at a boat's ______ side.
• The anchor line, or chafing chain, is secured to which part of the anchor?
• The rear of the boat is the
• When leaving a pier, the initial rudder adjustment is usually described as moving approximately ______ the rudder.
• Who should observe the MOB first?
• What is the term used for securing a boat to a pier?
• What main protection do anti-exposure coveralls provide?
• When measuring latitude using dividers, which line should the divider point touch?
• Vessels under 12 meters are required to carry what type of signaling equipment?
• After the seal has been broken, the signal is activated by pulling on which component?
• To effectively use a dry chemical extinguisher, you should approach the fire from which position?
• The two principal forces that affect stability are which?
• What action should the pointer take after identifying a MOB?
• The top blade movement is toward the ______.
• Which hitch allows a fender to slide along a line for adjustment?
• The day end of the MK-124 signal produces what color smoke?
• If no line is available, the sequence should be: first the strongest swimmer, followed by the weak swimmers, and lastly by a good swimmer.
• During capsizing, what should personnel grasp?
• What is the primary purpose of using LORAN-C navigation over long distances for?
• If the engines are still running, you should
• Electrical fires are classified as which class?
• A power-driven boat less than 50 meters in length must display red and ______ sidelights, a masthead light, and a ______ light.
• Under cold conditions, the dry suit is worn in which type of vessel?
• What is the correct stance on unofficial conversations in radio transmissions?
• The ______ strap goes first, under the patient’s arms and over the chest.
• Distance on a nautical chart is measured using the latitude scale parallel to the distance's latitude. True or false?
• An overhang loop is formed by crossing which end over the standing part?
• Which knot is best described as forming a fixed loop that does not slip?
• If the light, with a new battery, does not operate within limits, ______ the light from service.
• The device that controls the direction of movement for the helmsman is the ______.
• Which tool is used in conjunction with the compass rose when plotting a magnetic direction on a chart?
• What is the term for the left side of the boat when facing forward?
• For longitude, which scale on the chart should be used?
• The Type III PFD is normally worn when water temperature exceeds what Fahrenheit?
• A square flag above a black ball is a distress signal. Which option matches this signal?
• GPS provides two levels of service - ________ (SPS) for civilian users, and ________ (PPS) for military users.
• Radar navigation depends on the operator's experience with radar operation.
• The side of the boat against a dock is also called what?
• If practical, how should the raft be deployed from the boat?
• What protective equipment must a rescue swimmer wear according to these procedures?
• Which term describes a line that runs crosswise from port to starboard?
• Fires involving combustible metals with fuels such as sodium, potassium, or magnesium are Class D fires. Which agent is commonly used to control these fires?
• What is the purpose of watertight seals on the dry suit?
• To prevent hull damage during close-quarters operation, what should be rigged?
• Another advantage is that radar fixes can be obtained quickly.
• During pump operation, what should you watch for besides debris?
• Messages should be sent slowly so the receiving party will have a chance to copy the entire message.
• A power-driven boat 50 meters or more in length must display red and ______ sidelights, a masthead light, a stern light, and a ______ light.
• What is the primary objective described by BCM-06-05-ANY?
• In trailer eyebolt connections, which hardware option can be used to connect the towline to the eyebolt?
• Which term describes the left side of the boat when facing forward?
• What is the name of the cylindrical buoy that tapers to a blunt top?
• Which structural element provides a barrier between compartments and can be sealed to be watertight?
• Which term refers to the right rear section of the boat?
• The MK-127A1 can climb to an altitude of __ to __ ft.
• Which combination is described as the quickest method to attack an engine space fire?
• Which statement about raft inflation is correct?
• The Boat Crew Survival Vest should only be worn under a PFD.
• Channel 13 on 156.65 MHz is designated for which type of maritime radio communications?
• If the signaling device with a fresh battery fails to operate within limits, which action is required?
• The MK-124 day/night pyrotechnic device produces________ colored smoke for daytime conditions and ___________ colored flare as a night signal.
• Fires involving metals such as sodium and magnesium fall under Class D. Which metal fuel example is correct?
• The hardware used to secure lines to the side of the boat is the cleat.
• The screws are arranged so that the top of each blade moves ______.
• In reduced visibility, what sequence should sailing vessels emit?
• All meridians intersect at the __________.
• What is the primary purpose of the phonetic alphabet in radio communications?
• Which radar observation most strongly suggests an imminent risk of collision with a moving target?
• Which action is a simple way to attract rescuers' attention after exiting into the water?
• Which device is used to recover a person from the water in these procedures?
• The strap colors for patient restraint include which color as a part of the set?
• The direction in a lookout report should be given in the object's ______.
• Before attaching the towline, the deck attachment should be secured. Which option best describes this state?
• Which knot is commonly used as a stopper knot to prevent slipping?
• Hatches are seagoing openings used for what purpose?
• Every transmission should be ended with the word to indicate you are awaiting a reply.
• Latitude indicates position north or south of the equator, while longitude indicates position east or west of the prime meridian.
• Bells and gongs are signaling devices typically used by vessels that are...
• Which control adjusts the receiver for best reception?
• With the starboard screw ahead and the port screw astern, the boat will ______ in a leftward direction.
• A short blast is typically about how many seconds in duration?
• Which opening is used for maintenance access and is commonly referred to as a hatch?
• The Distress Signal Light emits a high ______ visual distress signal visible for great distances.
• The term for direction toward the outer side of the hull from the centerline is what?
• Under the dry suit, which underlayer is recommended for warmth?
• What is the minimum breaking strength relationship for skiff hook assemblies relative to the towline’s strength?
• Why must the depth reading from a fathometer be calibrated against the hull reference to be accurate?
• What is the primary function of a towing bridle?
• The term used to describe the chemical process of fire is a chemical ______.
• Which extinguishing agent is not generally recommended for Class D metal fires?
• Where can directions for use of the signal mirror be easily found?
• When docking or taking another boat alongside, you should rig fenders to prevent what kind of damage?
• It is the lookout's job to report everything seen or heard to the boat Coxswain. Which option matches this directive?
• In a displacement hull, water is pushed away to allow the hull to do what?
• Distance should be expressed to the nearest what?
• GPS is operated by the ______.
• The signal should be rotated in which direction until seated when mating to the projector?
• ________ are small openings.
• When mooring port side to, against the wind or current, after the bow spring line is secured, the Coxswain should use full _____________ rudder and kick the engine ____________ .
• The VHF-FM direction finder (homer) allows you to zero in on what aspect of FM signal?
• In MOB procedures, which crew member is typically responsible for maintaining contact with the person overboard after alarm?
• A bight is a half loop formed by turning the line back on itself. Which option best defines a bight?
• Scuttles must be secured for ________ at all times except when they are open for inspection, cleaning, or painting.
• Latitude scales are normally indicated along which margins of the chart?
• Which statement is true about how propeller rotation affects water flow patterns around the hull?
• The inflatable PFD will probably have a ________ and __________ attached to it.
• How is water depth displayed on the fathometer's video screen?
• What term describes a line running from one side of the boat to the other?
• Which device is designed to provide both daytime orange smoke and nighttime red flare?
• When proceeding toward the bow, you are going
• After extinguishers are used, what action should you take to prevent hazard in the space?
• The range of a CO2 fire extinguisher is approximately how many feet?
• If only the starboard screw is used in reverse (astern) and the port screw is stopped, the stern will swing toward which side?
• The Type III PFD has a tendency to ride up on the wearer in the water.
• The sounding numbers show the water level at which tide?
• Which visual distress signal uses a square flag and a black ball?
• Which two items are commonly attached to an inflatable PFD?
• The emergency signal mirror signals by what type of light?
• What is the primary purpose of the LORAN curves on the chart?
• The use of a whistle is especially helpful to rescuers during periods of __________ ___________.
• Five minutes of latitude equals how many nautical miles?
• Which statement best describes anti-exposure coveralls flotation?
• From either side toward the centerline is called what?
• The pointer will keep the victim in ______ and continuously ______ to the victim's position.
• You should finish securing the line by forming several figure eight knots and securing them with a half hitch over each horn.
• Which term describes the upward buoyant force acting on a body that displaces water?
• Which term refers to the front portion of the hull toward the bow?
• Charts do not always provide information necessary for the identification of radar echoes.
• When using a dry chemical extinguisher, at what location on the fire should you aim?
• In a Man Overboard evolution, what phrase should the first observer yell after seeing a person overboard?
• Which features are used together to indicate a range's direction on a chart?
• If line is available, the strongest swimmer should exit first taking an end of the line with him/her.
• Which statement about Type III PFDs is true?
• When securing chafing gear to a line, you should use __________.
• When using a dry chemical extinguisher, you should approach the fire from which side?
• What is the effective range for a dry chemical fire extinguisher?
• Which hardware option can be used to connect a towline to a trailer eyebolt according to common practice?
• In a process called '_____________', a GPS receiver on the boat uses the signal to determine the distance between it and the satellite.
• Deck fittings on lines serve to reduce what?
• When the handle is back, the nozzle is in the OPEN position.
• The backbone of the boat is the ______.
• The clove hitch is best used for securing to what kind of object?
• Emergency exits on USCG helicopters are marked with lettering in which formats?
• In finishing a line secured to a cleat, you secure the last wraps with which knot over each horn?
• Which color appears first in the standard sequence of emergency exit lettering?
• What is the primary purpose of spring lines during docking?
• Channel 16 is used for what purpose on VHF-FM?
• The top of each blade moves ______.
• What are the two principal types of stability?
• Fenders should be secured to a stanchion, ______, bitt or cleat. Which item completes the statement?
• When making reports, the lookout should first ______ the object.
• The basket should be ______ before being touched by any crew member.
• Which statement correctly describes the requirement for a 3D GPS fix?
• The CO2 discharge is released in the form of which of the following?
• What is the frequency value for Channel 13, the bridge-to-bridge channel?
• The MK-79 signal kit contains how many pencil-type projectors?
• Which switch turns on the fathometer depth sounder?
• For very small craft under 7 meters lacking running lights, what is an acceptable display?
• Coastlines are viewed at both which two water levels?
• To determine collision risk from a moving target on radar which two measurements are most important?
• Which type of clothing robs the body of heat by breaking down the thermal protection of insulated clothing?
• The term for moving toward the centerline from the outer side is what?
• The symbol for a lighthouse or other fixed light is which of the following?
• Which opening in the deck is used for ventilation and light and is opened to allow air in?
• The plan position indicator indicates what type of bearing of a target?
• The order in which lines are attached depends on the ________ evaluation of the situation.
• What are 75 ft and 100 ft heaving lines used for?
• For offshore work, it is recommended that a minimum of __ ft of towline be carried.
• The acronym HELP stands for
• When the stern is clear, the bow ______ should be cast off.
• To prepare the portable pump, you should pull the handle to release a ______ on the storage container.
• True or False: Swimming in cold water will warm you up and increase your chances for survival.
• The long unused or belayed end is called the what?
• Regardless of whether the propeller is turning to go ahead or astern, what is the water flow pattern in the propeller's arc of rotation called?
• The distress signal light is designed to emit about ________ flashes per minute and is capable of flashing _____ hours if used continuously.
• The night end of the MK-124 smoke and illumination signal produces what color?
• When taking a boat alongside, which component takes the strain of backing down?
• Fenders should be adjusted to cushion points of contact with the dock. What term describes this cushioning?
• The CO2 discharge releases which description?
• Which PFD type is typically worn when water is warmer than 60 F?
• What is the term for securing a shackle pin to prevent loosening?
• Which principle explains that the upward buoyant force equals the weight of displaced fluid?
• Which kit's signal can be fired to an altitude of up to 650 ft?
• Heavy displacement hulls cannot exceed a speed of __ times the square root of the waterline length without requiring excessive power.
• Which frames provide hull strength along the length of the hull?
• Which factor most directly acts as an obstacle to traveling in a desired direction on a single-screw vessel?
• Which PFD types are mentioned as potentially dangerous when worn over anti-exposure coveralls?
• The squelch control should be turned counterclockwise until just beyond the point where the what disappears?
• True or False: Wet clothing increases heat loss more than dry clothing.
• When a hull moves forward through the water, the effective what moves forward?
• Which colors are used for sidelights on a vessel's port and starboard sides?
• After breaking the seal, activation is accomplished by pulling on the lever.
• In the lookout procedure, what should you do when you observe something unusual?
• How many hours will the engine typically run on one tank of fuel, depending on conditions?
• Where should the anchor line be stowed when not in use?
• Charts are oriented with which direction at the top?
• Slowly lowering and raising outstretched arms indicates an emergency. Which option correctly states this signal?
• Dark adaptation requires 30 Minutes.
• Each end of the MK-124 will burn for about _________ seconds.
• The Stokes litter will float upright at a ______ angle with the feet submerged.
• If extinguishers have been used and the space remains pressurized, what action should be taken if possible?
• When rotating to move in a forward direction, which component draws its supply of water from every direction forward of and around the blades?
• When using a dry chemical extinguisher, you should aim at the base of the fire and use which motion?
• The anti-exposure coveralls are Type ______.
• The direction is shown on a two-word display screen. Which term completes this description?
• The distress signal flash rate is approximately which range per minute?
• Which term describes the central section along the length of the vessel?
• The inflatable type PFD uses which gas as the inflating agent?
• The color of buoy symbols printed on charts indicates which of the following?
• There are ______ emergency exits on the HH-60J.
• The dry chemical should be pointed at which part of the fire and what motion should be used?
• Which of the following items is NOT a hypothermia clothing type used by the Coast Guard?
• Which term describes being up in the rigging above the deck?
• Which action regarding ventilation should be taken after extinguishers are expended?
• 6. When mooring port side to, after securing the bow line, the Coxswain should apply _____________ full rudder and go ahead on the _________________ engine.
• Which hull form skims along the surface at high speeds?
• Ring ________ are used during man overboard emergencies.
• When laying a discharge hose on deck, which condition should you avoid to prevent damage?
• Which term describes being positioned below the deck inside the boat?
• Fires fueled by common combustible materials, such as wood, cloth, or paper, are classified as Class A fires. What is the best extinguishing agent for this class?
• The litter may be a ________ one-piece or ________ two-piece design.
• During breakaway procedures, the crew member is responsible for __________ the litter or basket, ______________________ line, and loose cable over the side.
• What does the Morse code SOS signal indicate?
• A cylindrical buoy that tapers to a blunt point at the top is called which buoy?
• Which feature overlays a nautical chart to plot your position when using LORAN-C?
• When clearing a pier against a current, the Coxswain should go ahead slowly and then put the rudder over toward the ______.
• Watertight closures must have clean, bright, unpainted, smooth ________ for gaskets to press against.
• Which unit is commonly used for measuring distance in piloting charts?
• Which extinguisher type is recommended to accompany CO2 for engine space fires?
• What should be the immediate priority when a fire occurs in the engine space?
• One disadvantage of radar is that it is subject to both mechanical and electrical failures.
• Which tool is used to solve time, distance, and speed problems in navigation?
• The lubber line is in line with the boat's centerline and indicates the boat's ______.
• Why is a swivel used in the anchor line setup?
• Which lines are used for measuring latitude and longitude on Earth?
• What does PPS stand for in GPS terminology?
• Which position is used to minimize heat loss in cold water immersion?
• Assumptions shall not be made on the basis of which in radar information?
• Which scale is used to measure longitude on a nautical chart?
• The raft may be inflated:
• Which term describes lines that run north-south on a globe?
• What controls the direction of the boat and may vary widely in size, design, and method of construction?
• The four elements of a fire are oxygen, heat, ______, and ______ chain reaction.
• Navigational lights also help determine the boat's what?
• Which of the following represents the complete five-strap color set used on the Stokes litter?
• The advantage of a bowline is that it does not slip or jam.
• What is the purpose of attaching a line to the PFD during exit?
• Which signaling device can substitute for running lights on very small craft when running lights are unavailable?
• The point at which the weight of the boat acts vertically downwards is the
• When looking for a person or object in the water, a ______ scanning technique should be used.
• A reading of 000º on the compass card should point toward which North?
• Most Coast Guard boats use which type of anchor?
• The emergency signaling mirror is used to attract attention of passing groups?
• Which agency is designated a working frequency for multi-agency communications?
• Channel buoys painted green should be kept on which side of the vessel when entering a harbor?
• Watertight doors are designed to resist as much ______ as the space they separate.
• True or False: The Type III PFD will turn a crew member face up if unconscious.
• When attaching to bow cleats or bitts, which line should be used?
• The effective range of the VHF-FM radio is up to how many miles?
• Which statement best describes the initial approach to engine space fire control according to the standard guidance?
• In propulsion terms, what does the command 'pivot' describe in basic vessel handling?
• What device is used to allow the anchor line to spin freely?
• Which connector is acceptable to connect a towline to a trailer eyebolt?
• While leaving a pier, when in the clear, the Coxswain moves ahead and applies right or left rudder ______.
• The central or middle area of the boat is
• When entering harbor, on which side should you pass green channel buoys?
• GPS is a radio navigation system of how many satellites operated by which organization?
• All symbols and abbreviations found on a nautical chart are defined in what chart resource?
• The raft should be considered as a means of transporting people in which scenario?
• In GPS, the process used to determine distance to satellites is called __________.
• What are lines of latitude called?
• In radar terminology, relative bearing is the bearing of a target measured from which reference line?
• If a dry suit is worn, Boat Crew Members must wear a ________ at all times.
• The inflatable type PFD should be inflated before entering the water.
• True or False. If possible, board the life raft from the sinking boat to avoid entering the water.
• A towing bridle should be used in cases where a ______ attachment point is not available on the boat to be towed.
• Which deck opening is designed primarily for ventilation and quick access and can be secured to maintain watertight integrity?
• In close-quarters maneuvering, which device is used to prevent hull damage during contact?
• What is the primary purpose of repeating orders in helm communications?
• Once the receiver has computed the range for at least ______ satellites, it processes a three-dimensional position that is accurate to about ______ meters.
• Which statement about Type III PFDs is true?
• Which practice improves radar collision avoidance reliability?
• Dark adaptation may be destroyed in less than a ______.
• The recovery/pickup person prepares the ______ heaving line for casting to the victim.
• Upon ignition, the MK-127A1 produces a _______________________ star.
• The manual inflation tube on the inflatable PFD is used to inflate the PFD manually.
• What is the term for the line that connects the anchor to the vessel?
• Which general boat design feature is listed as influencing stability?
• A signal whistle's audible sound may be heard up to _____________ yards.
• If a report to the Coxswain is not acknowledged, it should be ______.
• The survival knife is used to ______ yourself if you become entangled.
• The plan position indicator presents what kind of representation of the area around the boat?
• Two prominent bands around the circumference identify which end?
• How many restraining straps are used for patient restraint?
• In boat navigation you will usually use which type of courses and bearings?
• The line that should be cast off when the stern has cleared is the ______.
• CO2 is commonly used to extinguish fires in electrical equipment fires. Which class best describes these fires?
• Which extinguisher type is paired with CO2 for engine space fires?
• For latitude, which scale on the chart should be used?
• What is the primary function of bulkheads in a ship's hull?
• Which factor is a key contributor to achieving accurate radar navigation?
• Which lines are used to define latitude and longitude on Earth?
• What additional light is required on a power-driven vessel 50 meters or more in length beyond red and green sidelights, a masthead light, and a stern light?
• What factor affects boat handling in varying ways depending on its height and direction and the boat's characteristics?
• The task described for getting the boat away from a pier is specifically aimed at which type of boat?
• For engine space fire control, which extinguishing agents are cited as the quickest method?
• Which gesture is used to signal an emergency by moving the arms slowly?
• What is the term for the line used to pass messages or signals between boats during towing operations?
• Single leg bridles are generally used in towing from which location?
• The Type III PFD is normally worn when the water temperature is greater than ______ F.
• From the center line toward either side is referred to as what?
• The starboard screw is right-handed and the port screw is ______-handed.
• The anti-exposure coveralls are the same as a dry suit.
• What is the standard weight of the CO2 fire extinguisher used on Coast Guard boats?
• Which statement about towing beyond design characteristics is true?
• A pump watch should be alert for what around the strainer?
• A location on a chart can be expressed in terms of which two coordinates?
• The raft is primarily intended to transport people in which scenario?
• Which device is used to attach a towline to a trailer eyebolt on boats?
• To change patterns you __ the black tip.
• Radar bearings are measured exactly the same as visual bearings.
• Which statement best reflects the safety concern with wearing PFDs over anti-exposure coveralls?
• If a Coast Guard boat is greater than _____FT, it will normally carry a survival raft.
• To use the emergency signal mirror, you should face a point about halfway between the sun and the object you wish to signal.
• Which statement describes the CO2 discharge?
• Ranges are indicated by the symbol for lights and a dash line indicating the direction.
• The center of the screen represents the position of your what?
• Which factor cannot be controlled by the individual but affects cold-water survival?
• In a radar display, the center of the screen represents the position of what?
• Which knot is commonly used to secure a rope around a post or mast and tightens in place?
• Spent signals or misfires should be ______ overboard.
• If trapped under an inverted boat, seek out an _____ _________ near the top.
• Buoys with radar reflectors will appear ______ to their actual size.
• If you go down inside the boat, you are going what?
• Becket bends are used to lengthen one line by bending one to another.
• Deck fittings permit easy handling of lines and reduce wear and friction on lines.
• The anchor line should be tended directly from the which locker?
• Which statement about the AM radio on agency boats is true?
• The strap colors are RED GREEN BLUE BLACK YELLOW. Which color is NOT among these?
• Lube oil line leaks are a potential cause of engine space fires.
• Sandy spits, mud flats, and sandy beaches typically produce which radar echoes?
• Normally the after ______ spring line is secured first. Which spring line is normally secured first?
• What is the immediate first action when a MOB is observed?
• Trail line, basket slings, or hoisting cables should never be ______ to the boat during the operation.
• Which list correctly names the three basic hull forms based on boat speed?
• A rescue swimmer is designated when the man overboard is ______ or ______.
• Under international rules, which length category may display a red and green bow light instead of separate sidelights?
• The straight stream setting is used to maximize penetrating power.
• Under head-on, what change of course do both vessels make?
• If decks are seagoing floors, hatches are seagoing ______.
• Which color appears second in the standard sequence of emergency exit lettering?
• When attaching to tow bow cleats or bitts, which line should be used?
• What is the primary purpose of the flukes on an anchor?