Canadian Boating exam questions with
correct answers
Required documents for boating - Answer -=License or Proof of competency
-pleasure craft license(the numbers on the side of a boat)
Age restrictions - Answer -12 and under can only operate 10hp
12-15 can only operate 40hp unless supervised
the minimum age is to operate a pleasure craft is 16
before you go check the following - Answer -Weather forecast;
Local hazards;
Maps and charts;
Your onboard PFDs;
First-aid kit, tool kit, tools and spare parts onboard;
Sufficient fuel;
Safety equipment in working order; and
Ensure that someone knows where you are going and when to expect you back.
Sidelights and a sternlight - Answer -Red of the left
Green on the right
white all around light
bow - Answer -front of a boat
stern - Answer -the rear part of a boat
port - Answer -Left side of a boat
starboard - Answer -Right side of a boat
transom - Answer -the flat surface forming the stern of a vessel
gunwale - Answer -the upper edge of the side of a boat or ship
Cleat - Answer -Metal fitting on which a rope can be fastened
aft - Answer -The rear of the aircraft or boat
,beam - Answer -Maximum width of a vessel
bilge - Answer -Interior of the hull below the floorboards; lowest part of a vessel's interior
where the sides of the vessel curve in to form the bottom
draft - Answer -the vertical distance from the waterline to the lowest point of the keel \
the minimum depth a boat can float in
Freeboard - Answer -Distance from water to lowest point of the boat where water could
come on board
keel - Answer -Main centerline (backbone) of a vessel or the extension of hull that
increases stability in the water
wake - Answer -Waves that a vessel leaves behind as it moves through the water
Waterline - Answer -the intersection of a boat's hull and the water's surface.
plaining hull boat - Answer -used in smaller boats
will ride overtop of the water
Displacement hull boat - Answer -sail boats and large ships
will cut through the water
Flat Bottom Hull - Answer -This planing hull has a shallow draft, which is good for
fishing in small lakes and rivers. Rides roughly in choppy waters.
round bottom boat - Answer -move smoothly through water
easily rolled
Deep V Hull - Answer -Most common hull
faster through water than flat or round bottom
requires larger engine
Multi-Hull - Answer -Most stable
big
catamarans and pontoon boats use this hull
shaped like two boats connected by a bridge
,outboard motor - Answer -A type of power source attached to the stern of a boat.
cheap boat type
inboard engine - Answer -a four-stroke automotive engine adapted for marine use.
Inboard engines are mounted inside the hull's midsection or in front of the transom.
and use a rudder to steer
car engine modified for water
rotating engine pod type
Required item for pleasure crafts under 24m length - Answer -Must have a compliance
notice detailing Maximum Gross Load (weight of people, cargo, and fuel)
Required item for boats 6m or less - Answer -A compliance notice detailing Maximum
recommended safe limits for motor power
All boats powered or not require blank - Answer -hull ID number
12 digits on the side
Is a pleasure craft license a registration - Answer -No
Pleasure craft licenses are valid for Blank - Answer -10 years
Interm period for boats - Answer -90 days
Selling a boat - Answer -former owner must sign transfer form
Interm 90 days
new owner may operate if a new license with correct info is applied for
PFDs - Answer -personal flotation devices
must 1 for each person onboard
if not worn must be ready
must have label of approval by Transport Canada, Coast Guard or fisheries and
oceans
life jacket types - Answer -SOLAS
offers geatest floatation and will turn
wearer right side up
, Standard
boayant but will slowly roll you
small vessel jacket
design for inner land waters calm and will not roll you
can be fined for blank about PFDs - Answer -poor condition or health of PFDs
broken buckles or straps
vest type Lifejacket - Answer -slim vest inflated by CO2 system and pull cord
Pouch type life jacket - Answer -a fanny pack that inflates to a vest
Inflatable PFDs are not approaved for - Answer -Persons under 16
Persons weighing less than 36.3 kg (80lbs)
whitewater rafting type activities
automatic inflation may not be used on sailboats
For a buoyant heaving line to be approved, it must be: - Answer -Able to demonstrate
the ability to float;
In good condition;
Consist of a single, full length of rope (i.e., shorter ropes tied together are not
approved);
An appropriate length relative to the vessel;
Have a ball or floating object to increase accuracy when thrown to someone overboard;
Used only as safety equipment; and
Stowed in a place where it can be easily accessed in an emergency.
Lifebuoys are required for all vessels over - Answer -9m in length
There are two types of lifebuoys: - Answer -The small vessel Lifebuoy that is 610mm in
diameter; and
The SOLAS Lifebuoy that is 762mm in diameter.
Vessels that have more than 0.5m of freeboard are required - Answer -Re-boarding
Devices
Manual Propelling Device - Answer -A manual propelling device can mean a set of oars,
a paddle, or any other apparatus that can be used by a person to propel a vessel by
hand. It is important to ensure that the manual propelling device is strong enough for its
intended use. For example, a 1m plastic oar is not of sufficient strength to propel a 12m
fishing boat.
Bailers and Manual Water Pumps - Answer -A bailer refers to a container that is
capable of removing water from a small vessel. A bailer must be made of plastic or
metal, have an opening of at least 65cm2 and be capable of holding at least 750mL of
The benefits of buying summaries with Stuvia:
Guaranteed quality through customer reviews
Stuvia customers have reviewed more than 700,000 summaries. This how you know that you are buying the best documents.
Quick and easy check-out
You can quickly pay through credit card or Stuvia-credit for the summaries. There is no membership needed.
Focus on what matters
Your fellow students write the study notes themselves, which is why the documents are always reliable and up-to-date. This ensures you quickly get to the core!
Frequently asked questions
What do I get when I buy this document?
You get a PDF, available immediately after your purchase. The purchased document is accessible anytime, anywhere and indefinitely through your profile.
Satisfaction guarantee: how does it work?
Our satisfaction guarantee ensures that you always find a study document that suits you well. You fill out a form, and our customer service team takes care of the rest.
Who am I buying these notes from?
Stuvia is a marketplace, so you are not buying this document from us, but from seller millyphilip. Stuvia facilitates payment to the seller.
Will I be stuck with a subscription?
No, you only buy these notes for $12.99. You're not tied to anything after your purchase.