USCG Boat Crew Member Training Practice Test

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• The survival knife is used to do what if you become entangled?
• If trapped under an inverted boat, what should you seek out?
• What should be done with spent signals or misfires?
• What is the ideal setting for the brilliance control during radar operation?
• Vessels 12 meters in length or more are required to carry which of the following items along with a whistle?
• What must watertight closures have for gaskets to press against?
• How should time be expressed in time, distance, and speed calculations?
• What does the plan position indicator show?
• Bells and gongs are primarily used by vessels that are what?
• What should you do to ensure safe towing practices?
• What angle should the anchor line always form with the bottom?
• After tightening the shackle, what action should be taken to ensure security?
• What should be secured after all fire extinguishers have been expended during an engine fire?
• The helmsman should attempt to maintain a course within how many degrees?
• What is the first step in caring for bleeding wounds?
• A displacement hull boat pushes away (displaces) water allowing the boat to __________ into the water.
• What does the bearing of a target represent in radar navigation?
• If no line is available, who should exit first?
• Which geographic feature is typically indicated by lines running from left to right?
• What is the designation of the prime meridian that passes through Greenwich, England?
• A buoy's purpose can often be identified by which characteristic?
• To change patterns on the vari-nozzle, you must __________ the black tip.
• What should always be prioritized in an emergency situation at sea?
• The TPT requires how many batteries for operation?
• What unit is commonly used to express the measurement of speed in nautical navigation?
• What should happen when the stern is clear while maneuvering a boat?
• How can crewmembers access the TAP in the 47 FT / RB-M system?
• Radar fixes provide positions that are typically located at what distance in comparison to other piloting methods?
• When shortening the tow, what should be done with the slack from the towline?
• What aspect of the boat does the centerline indicate?
• Where conditions permit and the towing boat can maneuver enough, the towline should be passed ________________________ to one of the people on the other boat.
• The SeaFLIR II imaging system is known for its capability to rotate continuously in which two dimensions?
• Which part of the mooring line should be secured to the dock first?
• What should be done when the distance to be measured exceeds the span of the dividers?
• Changing the channel on the Master unit of the network will affect what?
• After rigging, what must be done with the eductor in the flooded area?
• Where is the pivot point typically located when maneuvering a boat?
• When is it appropriate to touch the basket during an operation?
• In the dark, the night end of the MK-124 is identifiable by ___________ on the night end.
• Where are latitude scales usually found on maps or charts?
• MAYDAY, MAYDAY, MAYDAY signals what type of urgency in maritime communication?
• Most Coast Guard boats carry an AM radio as a _____________________ communications system.
• When should an emergency floatation device be worn?
• A reading of 000º on the compass card should point toward which direction?
• What is the approximate effective range of a CO2 fire extinguisher?
• Approximately how many hours can the engine run on one tank of fuel?
• The HCU is designed to be what type of unit?
• What type of line should be rigged to control the pump's movement after it is in the water?
• The night end of the MK-124 smoke and illumination signal produces what?
• What are the three factors that determine how long a person can survive in cold water?
• Which type of boats are the anti-exposure coveralls ideal for?
• Having the ________________________ working with the heaving line increases the range.
• When mooring starboard side to with no wind or current, the approach angle should be as:
• What is the purpose of pressing the button after selecting a menu on the device?
• A signal whistle's audible sound may be heard up to _____________ yards.
• Which is not a function of a survival knife?
• What function does the adjustable backlighting feature serve in the HCU?
• Where should you never stand when dealing with an anchor line?
• What advantage does the MK-124 signal provide?
• What is the minimum number of turns of towline that should always be kept on the reel?
• The inflatable type PFD uses what as the inflating agent?
• If you suspect someone has serious internal bleeding, what should you do?
• Emergency exits on USCG helicopters are marked with what type of markings?
• What is the common term for the side of the boat that is against a dock?
• What action is crucial for ensuring the strainer remains clear during operation?
• When CO2 is released from a fire extinguisher, it comes out in the form of what?
• The day end of the MK-124 signal produces what type of smoke?
• True or False: The dry suit must never be worn over regular clothing.
• The pointer will keep the victim in ______________ and continuously __________________ to the victim's position.
• When the starboard screw is astern and the port screw is stopped, the stern of the boat will move towards which side?
• When measuring speed in nautical contexts, it is expressed in what unit?
• __________ are attached to the keel, which extends athwartships.
• Which of the following environmental conditions does NOT promote fatigue?
• What requirement applies to vessels under 12 meters in length regarding sound signals?
• To achieve accuracy in distance measurements, how should distances be expressed?
• What type of star does the MK-127A1 produce upon ignition?
• Sailing vessels during periods of reduced visibility typically sound which of the following signals?
• Which of the following can be a cause of engine space fires?
• A square flag above a _________ ___________ also can be a distress signal.
• In the context of piloting, how is distance typically measured?
• A gun fired at intervals of how many minutes can be used as an emergency signal?
• Which switch is pressed to execute a selected command on the SeaFLIR II?
• When the handle of the nozzle is forward, it is in which position?
• Which component takes the strain of backing down when taking a boat alongside?
• When clearing a pier against a current, what should the Coxswain do first?
• What should you do to release a handle on a storage container?
• What determines the order of line attachments when docking?
• Lights must be used from ___________________ to _________________ and in times of restricted visibility.
• What type of clothing can rob the body of heat by breaking down thermal protection?
• What is the term for the watertight space created by closed hatches?
• Single leg bridles are generally used in towing ____________________.
• What is the primary use of a raft in emergencies?
• What is the point at which the weight of the boat acts vertically downwards?
• When a TAP is in the network, it is always what type of device?
• What must the source do continuously as you track it?
• While leaving a pier, when in the clear, what action does the Coxswain perform?
• How should food and water be treated in a survival situation?
• Dewatering is performed when weather conditions permit your boat to __________ the disabled boat safely.
• What is the effective range for a dry chemical fire extinguisher?
• Which part of the fathometer is typically mounted above the low point of the hull?
• What device allows the anchor line to spin freely?
• What is the rear end of the boat commonly referred to as?
• Direction in navigation is measured in degrees from which two points?
• What types of damage should the towline be inspected for?
• How do buoys with radar reflectors appear on the screen?
• If decks are seagoing floors, what term describes hatches?
• What action should be taken to manually inflate a raft?
• Which of the following is NOT a responsibility of the recovery/pickup person?
• What must the rescue swimmer wear?
• How are piers, jetties, and wharves displayed on a nautical chart?
• What is a signal of breathing difficulty?
• Fire is a chemical process known as __________.
• Watertight doors are designed to resist which of the following?
• Motion sickness occurs due to an imbalance between visual images and which part of the body that senses motion?
• When using a fire extinguisher, the cylinder should be kept in which position?
• The anti-exposure coveralls have an orally inflated device for what purpose?
• To facilitate speed and safety, the dipping the _____________ method should be used when two mooring lines have to be placed on the same cleat.
• What can result from insufficient turns of towline on the reel?
• If the engines are still running while in a dangerous situation, what should you do?
• How many crewmembers can be logged on to a channel in the 47 FT / RB-M system?
• Why is spelling difficult words important in radio communication?
• Over what distance is LORAN-C used for navigation?
• Where is the cursor line placed to read bearings from radar?
• What should you be careful not to let the extinguisher's discharge touch?
• What is the required water temperature for wearing a dry suit?
• When going down inside the boat, what direction are you moving?
• What primary purpose does the SeaFLIR II imaging system serve?
• If you see both a red and green sidelight, it means you are looking at the boat ________________________________________.
• Fires involving energized electrical equipment are classified as which type of fires?
• What is the first action to take in the case of an engine space fire?
• When is the Type III PFD normally worn aboard boats?
• What type of visual distress signal does the Distress Signal Light emit?
• Which of the following is NOT one of the four Radio Types?
• Which statement about communication etiquette is true regarding handling the microphone?
• What happens when the radar brilliance control is set too high?
• When measuring distance, which scale should be referenced to the latitude where the distance is being measured?
• True or False: You should only join a network after the "Master" TPT or "Master" TAP has been set up.
• True direction is printed around the _________________________ of the compass rose.
• After securing the bow spring line when mooring port side against the wind, what should the Coxswain do?
• What device is used to attach a towline to a trailer eyebolt on boats?
• If trapped under a boat, what should personnel seek out?
• What types of radios can the TruLink TAP transmit over?
• Which of the following is NOT a component of the interior compartmentalization of a boat?
• Which factor is NOT a common cause of fatigue at sea?
• True or False: A PFD should be worn at all times when swimming out from under an inverted boat.
• Which of the following statements accurately describes dynamic equilibrium in boating?
• What should be done with all the fenders before reaching the dock?
• Prominent landmarks such as towers, smoke stacks, and flagpoles are pinpointed by a standard symbol of a dot surrounded by a _____________.
• Which side of the bow is referred to as the starboard bow?
• The Type III PFD has a minimum of how many pounds of buoyancy?
• Where should the bridle be attached for optimal performance?
• The Type III PFD is normally worn when the water temperature is greater than what degree Fahrenheit?
• What adjustment must be made to fathometer readings to ensure accuracy?
• What is the first strap that goes under the patient's arms during the restraint process?
• What does a seagoing floor provide to a vessel?
• The MK-124 day/night pyrotechnic device produces ________ colored smoke for daytime conditions and ___________ colored flare as a night signal.
• What is the primary function of buoyancy in a boat?
• What influences the limitations of radar range?
• When a boat is at rest, if the center of buoyancy is below the center of gravity, the boat is considered to be in which state?
• How does the emergency signaling mirror attract attention?
• What should the pointer do after calling the alarm?
• Which of the following items is essential in a quick release situation?
• True or False: The inflatable type PFD should be inflated before entering the water.
• Which environment is VOX generally suitable for during operations?
• When looking for a person or object in the water, a _________________ scanning technique should be used.
• What are the four types of hypothermia clothing used by the Coast Guard?
• What is the recommended minimum length of towline for offshore work?
• What are the three elements of a fire, in addition to the chain reaction?
• If a report to the Coxswain is not acknowledged, it should be ____________.
• What function does the operating range and marker interval control serve?
• The standard CO2 fire extinguisher used on Coast Guard boats is what size?
• What is the best extinguishing agent for Class A fires?
• During a capsizing event, what should personnel do?
• What does propeller side force present an obstacle to in single-screw vessels?
• When using dry chemical extinguishers, where should the dry chemical be pointed?
• The flotation characteristics of the anti-exposure coveralls is similar to those of which Type PFD?
• The boat crew survival vest was designed to aid personnel to do what in hazardous situations?
• _________ is the distance a propeller advances in ________ revolution with no slip.
• The trailer eyebolt is normally located on the ___________________.
• A buoy's type is indicated by the ________________________ printed with it.
• The message line is simply a length of light line, which can be _________________, propelled, or floated further than the tow line.
• What is the intended design for holding the Hand Control Unit (HCU)?
• What additional effect does propeller rotation have besides thrust along the shaft axis?
• Ranges are indicated by the symbol for lights and a _________________ ______________________ indicating the direction.
• What is the recommended action for the first swimmer to do after getting free?
• What type of tube is provided to maintain buoyancy in an inflatable PFD?
• If the anchor refuses to break free, what should be done with the line?
• How many restraining straps are included in the stokes litter for patient restraint?
• What must be worn over a dry suit at all times?
• 156.65 MHz, Channel 13 is the boat _________________ to ______________ frequency.
• A red sidelight means you are looking at a boat's _________________ side.
• When steering on a range, if the top and bottom marks are in line, it means you are ____________________________________ of the center of the channel.
• What type of PFD are the anti-exposure coveralls classified as?
• If a Coast Guard boat is greater than how many feet, it is likely to carry a survival raft?
• What type of equipment is utilized during man overboard emergencies?
• A short blast is a blast of about ___________ second(s) duration.
• What altitude can the MK-127A1 flare climb to, in feet?
• The basket should be checked for what before being touched by any crew member?
• The first crewmember to observe a person overboard should give the alarm by yelling "man ___________________".
• To what altitude can the signal in the MK-79 kit be fired?
• How can a raft be inflated?
• If line is available, who should exit first?
• In the 47 FT / RB-M system, how many can speak simultaneously on a channel?
• Where should fenders be secured?
• How should the signal be mated to the projector?
• Propeller cavitation most significantly affects which aspect of vessel performance?
• Which of the following is a disadvantage of radar?
• A power-driven boat less than 50 meters in length must display red and _____________________ sidelights, a masthead light, and a _____________________ light.
• If a radar has a specific range marker, what can be done?
• What is one key advantage of using radar during navigation?
• How many satellites must the receiver compute range from for proper functionality?
• The international distress and calling frequency is ____________ KHz.
• Skiff hook assemblies breaking strength should be __________________ or greater than the breaking strength of the towline.
• Which symptom indicates decreased performance due to fatigue?
• What role does weight distribution play in a boat's stability?
• When moving toward the bow of the boat, what direction are you heading?
• Which method is used to pull water up through the suction hose and out the discharge hose?
• What components are likely attached to an inflatable type PFD?
• What capability is provided by the SeaFLIR II system besides detection?
• What is activated when the system is in standby and power is applied?
• Which engine should be engaged after applying full rudder when mooring?
• What is the typical accuracy range of a GPS positioning?
• How should fenders be secured during docking?
• What term is used to describe the front end of a boat?
• A line running from one side of the boat to the other is known as what?
• A power-driven boat underway in conditions of reduced visibility is required to sound what type of signal?
• When should you stop CPR?
• True or False: Wearing a Type I or III PFD over an anti-exposure coverall may be dangerous in certain situations.
• If you are in the rigging of the boat, what direction are you heading?
• Why is it important to secure the power source during an electrical fire?
• What is the stance on transmitting unofficial conversations?
• What is the term for lines that are parallel to the Equator?
• What switch is used to turn on the fathometer depth sounder?
• What are small openings on a vessel referred to as?
• What must be used to obtain target ranges in radar navigation?
• Before attaching the towline, make certain the fitting attachment it is to be attached to is ________________________________ to the deck with through bolts and backing plates.
• What does the Coxswain need to do after the bow line is cast off?
• Which agent is NOT recommended for use on Class D fires?
• When using a parallel rule to measure magnetic direction, where should the edge pass through?
• What is the primary function of thimbles in towing?
• If you encounter someone struggling in the water, what should be your first action?
• When securing the remaining restraints around the patient, which direction should you work from?
• How many degrees should the boat's head be swung after centering?
• True or False: It is advisable to board the life raft from the sinking boat to avoid entering the water.
• As the line is brought aboard, it should be stowed below ____________.
• What is the quickest way to attack an engine space fire according to standard practices?
• What is the tendency of a boat to remain upright called?
• What are the two levels of service provided by GPS?
• The arc of the compass card is divided into how many degrees?
• The transverse beams on a boat provide what specific function?
• What happens to the effective center of lateral resistance when a hull moves forward through water?
• When securing a line to a cleat, bitt, or post, you should first take a _________________ ________________ around the deck fitting.
• The three rudder types are ____________, ____________, and ________________.
• The best agents to control Class D fires are what?
• Which color straps are part of the patient restraint system in the stokes litter?
• A stokes litter is primarily used for what purpose?
• What are the two primary forces acting upon a floating boat that affect stability?
• The emergency signaling mirror is used to attract the attention of passing what?
• Channel buoys that are painted green should be taken on the _____________________ side of the boat when entering a harbor.
• All meridians intersect at the ___________________________.
• Every transmission should be ended with the words _______________ or ________________.
• What happens to the internal space of a boat with closed hatches?
• What must Boat Crew Members wear at all times if a dry suit is worn?
• When should the microphone be activated during communication?
• What is the central or middle area of the boat typically called?
• Which unit is specifically mentioned for using the Master TAP during setup?
• The speed of the water flowing past the __________ greatly enhances the __________ force.
• When the handle is back, the nozzle is in the ____________ position.
• With the starboard screw ahead and the port screw astern, the boat will move in which direction?
• What effect can strong winds have on a boat's course?
• What are the two principal types of stability in a boat?
• What do the two prominent bands around the circumference indicate on a signal?
• Dark adaptation requires ___________________ or more, but may be destroyed in less than ___________________.
• When mooring port side to against the wind or current, what will the wind tend to do?
• Once "on top," the __________ hull skims along the __________ of the water.
• The signal . . . - - - . . . means______ _____ _____ and indicates an __________________ situation.
• What term describes the space from either side toward the centerline of a boat?
• In boating, what is a significant factor of hull shape concerning stability?
• What are the parts of the anchor called that dig into the bottom for holding power?
• A ______________ is a single turn and a ______________ __________ is two complete turns around an object.
• What is the length of the towlines often used when maneuverability is restricted?
• What is the role of a folded cravat bandage?
• Which types of surfaces can reflect radar signals poorly?
• What is the primary use of dressings and bandages?
• The CG VHF-FM radios will automatically monitor Channel ______.
• If you hear a gong, what does it indicate about the boat's size?
• How is water depth indicated on a fathometer?
• When rotating to move forward, what does a propeller draw its supply of water from?
• Which of the following are the three basic types of hull forms based on speed?
• What should be prioritized during a fire extinguishing procedure?
• Mental and physical fatigue is considered one of the greatest dangers during rough weather operations.
• According to COMDTINST 6710.15D, when should antimotion sickness medications NOT be given?
• What happens if the towline is not regularly inspected?
• Which type of fire involves combustible metals such as sodium, potassium, or magnesium?
• The anti-exposure coveralls have straps located at which of the following?
• A cylindrical buoy that tapers to a blunt point at the top is called a _____________ buoy.
• What is the purpose of tightening the straps on the anti-exposure coveralls before entering the water?
• 2670 KHz is designated a ___________________ __________________ frequency, and use by other stations is restricted to communications with them.
• Which of the following is true regarding water-level soundings?
• What color should rockets, shells, or flares be to indicate an emergency?
• Slowly _______________ and _________________ outstretched arms indicates an emergency.
• What would be the consequence of having unpainted, rough surfaces on watertight closures?
• What is the role of a towing bridle?
• What is the term for the running or free end of a line?
• The scale of a chart is a ratio of a distance on the chart and the actual distance on the ____________________________________.
• What should you do to determine whether or not a victim requires rescue breathing?
• 156.8 MHz, Channel ________ is the international VHF-FM calling and distress frequency.
• How should the protective tab be bent away from the signal?
• What must the dry suit be worn with to provide maximum protection from hypothermia?
• A power-driven boat less than 7 meters and whose maximum speed does not exceed 7 KTS only has to show an _______ ______________ light.
• In a crossing situation involving two power-driven vessels, which vessel must keep out of the way?
• True or False: The Boat Crew Survival Vest should only be worn under a PFD.
• When using a nautical device, how do you read the third value?
• The stokes litter will float upright at a ____________ angle with the feet submerged.
• Which method is critical for addressing an engine space fire?
• Which mile is commonly used for measurements on navigable waters?
• When firing the signal, how should the arm be positioned?
• A helmsman must ensure they understand all navigational commands to secure what?
• The bright light spot on the signal mirror is used to do what?
• What controls the direction of the boat and may vary widely in size, design, and method of construction?
• How many minutes are equivalent to one degree?
• For the Defender system, how many crewmembers can be logged on to a channel?
• For how long can a pump run dry?
• A rescue swimmer is designated when the man overboard is ____________ or ________________________.
• When mooring port side to, the approach should be made at an angle of approximately how many degrees?
• Any location on a chart can be expressed in terms of _________________________ and _________.
• When using a dry chemical approach, the fire should be approached from which side?
• What is required when straight stream is employed for extinguishing a fire?
• Fires fueled by flammable or combustible liquids are classified as which type of fires?
• The principal remedy for electrical fires is to secure what?
• In time, distance, and speed problems when piloting a boat, how is distance expressed?
• Why should you cover burns with a clean or sterile dressing?
• What is a primary use of a survival vest?
• In what weather conditions is GPS operational?
• On navigational charts, the primary orientation is typically based on which cardinal direction?
• What is the term for the left rear section of the boat?
• Which spring line is typically secured first when docking?
• What is the upward force of water displaced by the hull called?
• True or False: It is best to climb on an overturned boat hull from the windward side.
• In an emergency situation involving fires, which of the following is essential to know?
• Most Coast Guard boats typically use what type of anchor?
• Which control is essential for optimizing signal clarity and reception?
• What should NOT be assumed based on radar information?
• How do currents affect boat handling?
• The anti-exposure coveralls are particularly useful in which weather condition?
• How long will the MK-127A1 flare provide illumination?
• Which type of prowords or abbreviations should be used during communication?
• A bight is a ____________ _______________ formed by turning the line back on itself.
• It is the lookout's job to report everything ____________________ or _______________________ to the boat Coxswain.
• What is the maximum number of crewmembers allowed to speak simultaneously on a channel in the Defender system?
• What role does the Coxswain play during a boat's departure from the pier?
• How is an overhang loop made?
• The stokes litter is designed to be what type of structure?
• How do watertight closures contribute to boat safety?
• What direction does the top of each screw blade move when arranged correctly?
• Diving under a capsized boat should be done with what in mind?
• What must be pressed along with the CAL/AF switch to display the message "NUC in progress"?
• What is the water flow pattern in the propeller's arc of rotation called, regardless of the direction of the propeller?
• What primary technology supports GPS systems?
• What is necessary for distinguishing radar echoes effectively?
• The nautical device designed to solve time, distance, and speed problems is known as what?
• 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.
• What should you do for a conscious adult who is choking and cannot cough?
• How are radar bearings measured compared to visual bearings?
• Deck fittings permit easy handling of lines and reduce ______________ and friction on lines.
• Which task should be performed before starting any transmission on the radio?
• What is the primary purpose of the heaving line during a rescue operation?
• If a crewmember is pregnant, can they be given antimotion sickness medication?
• ____________________ are used to lengthen one line by bending one to another.
• Which of the following is true about the emergency signaling mirror?
• What is a common mistake to avoid during a fire emergency?
• Fires fueled by common combustible materials, such as wood, cloth, or paper, are classified as Class _____ fires.
• What does the SeaFLIR II imaging system enhance detection of?
• The helmsman should not execute orders unless what?
• Where should the anchor line be tended from if possible?
• What feature is typically used to indicate deep water on a nautical chart?
• The sounding numbers show the water level at ____________ ___________ tide.
• ____________ frames provide hull strength along the __________ of the hull.
• When attaching to tow bow cleats or bitts, a ________________________ should be used.
• You should finish securing the line by forming several figure ____________ and securing them with a half _____________ over each horn.
• The anchor line, or chafing chain, is secured to the __________.
• What should be done with slack in the anchor line as the boat is moved ahead?
• What button must be pressed to change channels after the Synvoice announces which channel you are on?
• Which equipment is essential for a rescue swimmer to ensure safety in the water?
• When taking a boat alongside, which component takes the strain of forward movement?
• When trapped in an open cockpit, how should you exit?
• For treating heat-related illness, what should you use to cool the victim?
• For effective dewatering, what should be confirmed prior to sending a crew?
• Why should every effort be made before air runs out?
• You determine your position by matching the line figures displayed on the set to a set of Loran _______________________.
• Connecting the towline with a shackle should only be done in ________ or moderate weather conditions.
• What is the primary function of bulkheads in a boat?
• One cycle of CPR for an adult includes how many compressions and breaths?
• Which method is recommended to ensure the strength of a towing connection?
• If the top stripe of an obstruction or junction buoy were red, it would indicate that it should be taken on the _________________ side when leaving the harbor.
• Which activity is known to aggravate motion sickness?
• What term describes the process where a GPS receiver calculates distance from satellites?
• Charts are oriented with ______________________________________ at the top.
• What must you do after selecting a desired channel on the TPT?
• What is the equivalent effect of a one-knot current compared to wind speed?
• When mooring port side to, what should the Coxswain apply after securing the bow line?
• Navigational lights also aid in determining the _____________ of the boat.
• The noise limiter should be ________________________ as necessary to reduce ______________________ noise (static) while receiving.
• What is the primary purpose of wearing hypothermia clothing during water operations?
• After breaking the seal, how is the signal activated?
• The SeaFLIR II system is particularly used in what type of operations?
• True or False: The anti-exposure coveralls are the same as a dry suit.
• When clearing a pier, which engine should the Coxswain go ahead on while the other is stopped?
• What type of navigation does LORAN-C provide?
• What scale is used for measuring longitude?
• On sailboats and rowboats less than 7 meters in length, if regular running lights are unavailable, they may display ___________ or torch.
• What is a critical component of the dry suit to prevent water entry?
• What happens when the center of gravity of a boat rises too high?
• How many different positions does the vari-nozzle have?
• The use of a whistle is especially helpful to rescuers during periods of __________ ___________.
• What must be lowered over the side after passing the heaving line?
• What is not a necessary practice in communication over a radio?
• What should you do if you find someone with a piece of glass sticking out of their arm?
• What is the term used to describe the area from the center line toward either side?
• What is the term for the long, unused, or belayed end of a line?
• Aside from electrical issues, what other leak can lead to engine space fires?
• For the Gyro Null action to initiate, the system must be in which state?
• What does it not ensure if you only increase the line size while towing?
• What position should the stokes litter be in during a rescue?
• The color CCD camera is primarily used during which condition?
• LORAN-C can pinpoint a boat position within ____________ of a mile almost anywhere in the world.
• When is a towing bridle necessary?
• What is the appropriate action for someone suffering from a heat-related illness?
• A prolonged blast is defined as a sound lasting how many seconds?
• When measuring latitude, where should you place one point of a pair of dividers?
• Which personal protective equipment is essential for cold water operations?
• Which component must rotate to the stow position during the initialization of the SeaFLIR II system?
• Timber hitches are used to secure a line to logs, planks, or other _______________________________________ objects.
• If the light, with a new battery, does not operate within limits, what should be done?
• The squelch control should be turned counterclockwise until just beyond the point where the ______________________ disappears.
• What tendency does the Type III PFD have on the wearer in the water?
• To ensure understanding, the helmsman should always do what with orders given by the Coxswain?
• In a life-threatening situation, what is the most important thing you can do to help?
• What device is used to attach the chain so that the anchor line can spin freely?
• Coastlines are viewed at both ________________ and _____________ water.
• The fathometer depth sounder can measure which of the following?
• What must you remember about exits when trapped in an enclosed cabin during a capsize?
• Which of the following describes general boat design features that influence stability?
• What does a radar bearing that remains fairly constant indicate?
• Where do you check for a pulse on an infant?
• How often should rescue breaths be given to a child who is not breathing but has a pulse?
• What is a critical factor during radio communication?
• A green sidelight means you are looking at a boat's _____________ side.
• What term describes the left center side of the boat?
• The best all-around hitch for securing a line to a ring, spar, or other round or near round object is the ___________________________.
• What should a helmsman focus on while navigating?
• Which screw is described as right-handed?
• The effective range of the VHF-FM radio is up to _____ miles.
• The advantage of a bowline is that it does not _____________________________.
• For how many hours per day is GPS available?
• What should be done after tuning the set for accurate navigation?
• Each MK-79 signal kit contains _________ cartridge type aerial flares and _________ pencil type projector.
• When is it critical to call for a rescue swimmer?
• How many nautical miles does one minute of latitude equal?
• Wide-angle fog can cool a significantly ____________ surface compared to a steady stream.
• Two _____________________ lights in a _________________________ line may be used to indicate that a boat is broken down.
• What term describes the angle between magnetic north and true north?
• How many channels does the Defender system support?
• In navigating, what factor is critical alongside vessel speed and direction?
• Which component ensures that the patient is secure in the stokes litter?
• Permanent navigation aids positioned the same as a buoy are _____________________ beacons.
• What should fenders be adjusted to cushion against?
• To measure longitude, what should be the reference point for the dividers?
• Heavy displacement hulls cannot exceed a speed of _________ times the _________ _______ of their waterline length without requiring excessive power.
• The TruLink System is designed to allow how many crewmembers to speak simultaneously?
• The light is intended to omit approximately how many flashes per minute?
• When must scuttles be secured?
• Which scale is used for latitude measurements?
• The signal should be held at what angle when released?
• What should be done before attempting to escape according to safety procedures?
• The symbol for a lighthouse or other fixed light is a black _______________ with a magenta _________________.
• What type of motion should be used when applying dry chemical to a fire?
• Define the acronym HELP in regards to water survival.
• The litter may be designed in what kind of configurations?
• What is referred to as the backbone of the boat?
• What should be a priority when sending a radio message?
• Reflected light from the emergency signal mirror can be seen at a distance of what from the point of origin?
• Each end of the MK-124 will burn for about _________ seconds.
• During breakaway procedures, what is a crewmember responsible for managing?
• How many positions does the system's electrical power switch have?
• The aerial flares in the MK-79 signal kit can attain an altitude of _______ to _______ FT and remain illuminated for about ________ seconds.
• What is an essential action for a helmsman when receiving commands?
• The recovery/pickup person prepares the ______________ heaving line for casting to the victim.
• When mooring port side to with a wind or current from astern, the approach angle should be what?
• How many components are in the Boat Crew Communications System (TruLink)?
• What is the primary impact of swimming in cold water on the body?
• Where can directions for use of the signal mirror be easily found?
• What type of doors are designed to resist as much pressure as the bulkheads?
• The 47 FT / RB-M system supports how many channels?
• What must be ensured regarding the hoisting cable and trail lines at all times?
• What method should be used to secure chafing gear to a line?
• The color of a buoy symbols print indicates the ______________ of the buoy.
• All symbols and abbreviations found on a nautical chart are defined in _____________________.
• Which value can be read from the fathometer to indicate depth when powered on?
• True or False: The Type III PFD will turn a crewmember face up if they fall overboard and are rendered unconscious.
• What should a pump watch monitor around the strainer?
• How many satellites operate the GPS radio navigation system?
• When making reports, the lookout should first ______________ the object and then give the direction in __________________ _______________________ to the object.
• What type of display screen shows the direction for navigation?
• The dry suit should be worn in what type of cockpit boats when certain temperature conditions are met?
• After boarding a raft, where should personnel position themselves?
• Where on an adult victim should you feel for a pulse?
• What is the second step in preparing the signal for launching?
• What is a primary symptom of fatigue?
• What should be ensured for accurate positioning in GPS navigation?
• Day beacons are indicated by small _________________________.
• When connecting a discharge hose, what should you ensure to avoid?
• A power-driven boat 50 meters or more in length must display red and _____________________ sidelights, a masthead light, a stern light, and a _____________________ light.
• The purpose of navigational lights is to _____________ vessels of another boat's presence.
• The heaving line should be ______________ to make it more flexible and less susceptible to becoming tangled.
• When deploying a raft, where should it ideally be launched from?
• What occurs when pressing the MENU Switch on the SeaFLIR II?
• When docking or taking another boat alongside, what is the primary purpose of rigging fenders?
• Which type of courses and bearings are usually used in boat navigation?
• The distress signal light is designed to emit about ________ flashes per minute and is capable of flashing _____ hours if used continuously.
• What phrase indicates that the TPT is set up on the correct channel?
• The semi-displacement hull is a combination of characteristics of the __________ hull and the __________ hull.
• What is a key safety feature to check on the stokes litter before use?
• Which forces can strongly influence a boat's ability to navigate?
• What action should both vessels take when meeting on nearly opposite courses?
• What acts on the hull, topsides, and crew in smaller boats?
• Which of the following is NOT a common feature of anti-exposure coveralls?
• Trail lines, basket slings, or hoisting cables should never be what during an operation?
• A pump watch must be alert for __________ around the strainer and must ensure the strainer remains __________.
• How should a message be sent to allow the receiving party enough time to copy it?
• How many emergency exits are there on the HH-60J helicopter?
• Prerecorded messages in the TruLink system prompt you to perform which action to scroll through menu options?
• The primary extinguishing agent for Class B fires is what?
• What button must you press to transmit over the radio?
• What is essential to rig in order to prevent hull damage?
• When securing the boat alongside, where should the line be led to use it as the bow line?
• What does the receiver control in radar navigation adjust for?
• What is essential for effective radar navigation?
• What functionality does the VHF-FM homer provide?
• Which of the following is NOT one of the four elements of fire?
• When should the VOX be turned off?
• What alphabet is utilized to spell difficult words clearly over radio communication?
• In the standby position, what happens to the micro-cooler circuits?
• What does the center of the radar screen represent?
• What might be necessary to do with your PFD (Personal Flotation Device) to exit safely?
• After the victim has been brought alongside the boat, the recovery/pickup person should ___________________ aboard.
• To use the mirror, you should face a point about how many degrees between the sun and the object you wish to signal?
• Lookouts should always remain at their Station until __________________________.