Afloat Safety Practice Test

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• Aerosols fall under which hazard class in typical classifications?
• How many days of common-use material may be kept in work spaces?
• How do you verify a life jacket/PFD is still serviceable?
• What is the primary purpose of a life raft or lifeboat?
• If a PFD is punctured or waterlogged, what is the proper action?
• Which of the following is a correct listing of blood vessel types?
• Where should portable fuel tanks be stored to minimize fire risk?
• Why should you conduct regular safety drills on a vessel?
• What is the purpose of a survival readiness plan on a vessel?
• What should you do to minimize collision risk in fog or reduced visibility?
• During adult CPR, how many chest compressions are recommended per cycle?
• What does the Out-of-commission label indicate?
• What is the role of a vigilant spotter when supervising people near water?
• What is the purpose of a throwable flotation device on deck?
• What information should be included in a Mayday message?
• Which type of fire extinguisher is commonly recommended for a boat's engine compartment?
• If you run aground, what is recommended action?
• What is the primary purpose of wearing a PFD at all times on open water?
• What is the primary role of OSHA?
• What is a pressure point?
• What is the most common reason for choking?
• What is the basic CPR sequence for an adult if you are trained?
• Under what condition should oil spills be reported to authorities?
• What can happen if aerosol container is dented or punctured?
• What combines hazard severity and mishap probability to guide safety decisions?
• When is eye protection required?
• Which base layer is recommended for cold-water boating?
• In optical radiation hazards, exposure primarily causes which injury?
• Which tag indicates equipment must not be operated because it could jeopardize safety?
• What does a two-ball day shape indicate during daylight?
• What action should be taken immediately when a person is missing overboard?
• What is a SART and how does it assist rescuers?
• A safety harness must be worn when performing which activity?
• Which action is NOT part of the standard man overboard recovery sequence?
• Which information is NOT typically included in a Mayday message?
• What is an EPIRB and how does it function?
• If you discover an oil spill while at sea, what is the recommended course of action?
• What is a common guideline for anchoring scope in good conditions?
• What is the recommended immediate MOB procedure on most small boats?
• What does Out-of-calibration mean?
• What is a survival suit and when is it used?
• Which role is explicitly described as the Division Safety Petty Officer?
• What should you do when a fuel spill occurs?
• Which position supports the department head in all safety matters?
• How should you respond to a burn injury suffered at sea?
• What should you do after a collision at sea?
• What is the role of a rescue throw bag on deck?
• During CPR in a marine setting, what equipment should be used if available?
• Under COLREGS, what does overtaking require the overtaking vessel to do?
• What is the standard man overboard recovery sequence on a small boat?
• What is the greatest hazard associated with working aloft?
• Why is an anchor watch important and what does it involve?
• Which blood vessels can cause death if damaged?
• When marking MOB location, what should you maintain after throwing a flotation device?
• Before departure, which safety equipment categories should you verify are aboard and accessible?
• Lithium batteries are commonly used in which devices?
• Lithium batteries power which category of devices?
• What is the basic sequence for performing CPR on an adult in a marine setting?
• What are common examples of visual distress signals suitable for small boats?
• Which devices are commonly used for electronic distress signaling on boats?
• What are the skipper's key responsibilities during an onboard medical emergency?
• What can and should all burn victims have immediately?
• In the event of an onboard medical emergency, which action should the skipper take first?
• In a crossing situation between stand-on and give-way vessels, what should the stand-on vessel do?
• What fuel safety measures should be followed on board?
• When must a PFD be worn on most recreational boats?
• What lights indicate a vessel is underway at night?
• What is the correct sequence for using a VHF radio to call for help in an emergency?
• If you smell fuel fumes inside a cabin and cannot locate the source right away, what is the recommended safety step?
• What is the recommended sequence when you encounter an unresponsive person on board?
• What is the recommended initial response to a suspected spinal injury on a boat?
• What does the Out-of-commission label signify?
• Why are muster drills and an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) important on board?
• Which of the following is a correct equivalent for the body's blood volume in pints?
• Which statement best describes a Caution tag?
• What scenario is most commonly linked to choking hazards?
• Optical radiation exposure primarily causes which injury?
• Which of the following is a pressure method besides direct pressure?
• How should lifebuoy and flare equipment be maintained?
• What elements should be included in a supervision plan for children near water?
• What fueling practices help prevent spills on deck?
• What is the maximum duration, in days, for storing common-use materials in work spaces?
• Which color is the starboard sidelight?
• What are the most common paths of current through the heart?
• How should you handle oily bilge water and fueling discharges?
• Which option correctly lists the three burn types as described?
• For current to pass through the body, what must the body provide?
• What causes electric shock?
• In electrical safety, rf radiation hazards cause which type of injury?
• What does a Danger tag indicate in safety labeling?
• When is a safety harness required to be worn?
• Why is a kill switch lanyard important?
• Which statement about daylight distress signaling with mirrors is correct?
• What are the outcomes associated with 15-19%, 20-29%, and 30% burns?
• Which maneuver is commonly used to return to a person overboard on a small vessel?
• What basic lights indicate a vessel is underway at night?
• What is the most serious distress call on VHF radiotelephony?
• What is the primary goal of the afloat safety program?
• What steps should you take if you spill oil into the water?
• Which trio correctly identifies the main blood vessel types?
• What is the overall purpose of safety readiness planning and drills?
• Above what decibel level is hearing protection required?
• When are sunglasses authorized for wear?
• What is the purpose of absorbents when cleaning up a fuel spill on deck?
• What is the purpose of distress flares and daylight signaling devices?
• Which of the following lists the five risk factor areas?
• In navigation, what do the terms drift and set refer to?
• What is the purpose of the capacity plate on a boat?
• Who can provide permission to bypass an interlock?
• Which tag indicates precautionary measures to provide temporary instructions?
• What fueling precautions minimize fire risk onboard?
• Why is proper weight distribution important on a boat?
• At what heights should overheads be padded to prevent injuries?
• Who provides written permission to conduct working aloft?
• What should you deploy to assist during a MOB rescue?
• Which of the following is one of the three basic measures to avoid electric shock?
• Which description best fits the Division Safety Officer?
• During routine maintenance, which statement about inspecting a fire extinguisher is accurate?
• What basic signal should you give if you see a distress signal from another vessel?
• Which position is responsible for conducting safety training within the division?
• Which of the following is an early sign of hypothermia?
• During a rescue, which approach best minimizes risk to the rescuer?
• What should you do to prevent cargo shift or gear loss on deck?
• What is the purpose of a capacity plate on a boat?
• What are safe practices for handling lines during docking?
• What is the permanent log of the authorizations given for all tag-out actions?
• What is the most dangerous current path that passes through both the heart and vital organs?
• Why is ventilating the area during fueling important?
• What are the types of burns?
• What is a recommended practice when docking in gusty wind?
• In a Mayday call, after repeating the distress call on Channel 16, what should you do next?
• Which statement best describes the approximate blood volume in an adult?
• How should you mark the location of a person overboard?
• Which device is used to provide a line to a person overboard for rescue and to assist in hauling them back aboard?
• What is the purpose of a depth sounder on a boat?
• In a head-on situation, what action should both vessels take?
• What is the Commanding Officer's safety responsibility?
• What does the Safe Water Mark indicate and what does it look like?
• Which navigation-light configuration indicates a vessel is underway at night?
• Which practice helps prevent injuries when handling lines during docking?
• In cold-water conditions, what is the immediate action to reduce hypothermia risk after a person goes overboard?
• What does Securité indicate on VHF calls?
• Who has the authority to dismantle or remove inclined or vertical ladders?
• Which statement best describes the purpose of safety tags in equipment status and instructions?
• What are three primary types of distress signals you might deploy from a boat?
• What is the difference between a life jacket and a life belt (throw line)?
• In the crossing situation where you are the give-way vessel, what is your duty?
• How much blood does the body contain?
• Which statement best describes the Division Safety Officer's responsibilities?
• Aerosol container damaged: which statement is true?
• Lead-acid batteries are commonly used in which applications?
• Why is even load distribution important for stability and safety?
• What should you do if someone on board becomes unresponsive?
• What does DSC stand for and what is its primary purpose?
• What does Out-of-calibration mean?
• Which organ is most susceptible to life-threatening electric shock?
• What is the first step in responding to an onboard fire if safe to do so?
• What are common signs that someone has fallen overboard?
• Which battery type is used for cordless power tools?
• Besides the maximum load, what additional information does the capacity plate convey?
• What search tactic can improve MOB detection in rough seas?
• Who assigns authorizing officers to sign, issue and clear tags and labels?
• What does RAC stand for in risk management?
• What hazardous solvent is banned from use?
• Which statement about minimum PPE for adults on a small boat is NOT correct?
• What type of hazardous solvents should be first choice?
• Which type of pressure will stop bleeding?
• Mishap reporting is intended to do what within the afloat safety program?
• What is a key overarching principle of afloat safety?
• All aerosols are classified under which hazardous material category?
• Which battery type is commonly used in automobiles?
• On which channel should a distress call be initiated?
• Which of the following lists the essential engine-safety checks to perform while afloat?
• What is the primary purpose of hearing protection?
• Which combination correctly lists the three categories of burns?
• What is the proper use of a distress flare?
• If a vessel is not underway at night, which light may be shown?
• What does a white all-around light typically indicate at night?
• What is the function of a bilge pump and how often should you test it?
• When performing a rescue, what is a safe approach to approach a person in the water?
• Which role best fits the description: supervises safety issues for the division and investigates mishaps?
• What is the difference between a life jacket and a life raft?
• Which of the following lists the three methods to stop bleeding by pressure?
• In the typical red-right-returning buoyage system, what do red and green buoys signify?
• In rough seas, what is a safe MOB recovery approach?
• Which equipment should be placed in standby while personnel are working aloft?
• What actions should you take if you smell fuel fumes inside a cabin?
• What action is required if a PFD is punctured or waterlogged?
• What is the role of the Departmental Safety Officer?
• Hearing protection is required for exposures above which level?
• What equipment should you have for nighttime signaling?
• Which individuals must wear a PFD at all times on a boat?
• What is the recommended action regarding disposal of oily bilge water?
• Which color marks the starboard side of the channel in buoyage when entering from the open sea?
• What is the purpose of a radar reflector on a vessel?
• Alkaline batteries are typically found in which devices?
• What steps should you take if you detect fuel smells or a spill on board?
• What should you do when a flare has expired?
• How many properly fitted PFDs should a typical recreational boat carry?
• How do you interpret a fire extinguisher's rating and when should it be serviced?
• Which of the following is recommended for handling cargo on deck during rough seas?
• What is the purpose of a radar reflector on a small boat?
• What is the function of a sea anchor?
• What day shape indicates "restricted in ability to maneuver"?
• Which of the following is NOT listed as a basic program area designed to accomplish the afloat safety program's primary goal?
• Which group of vessels includes both veins and arteries?
• Which device category is typically powered by portable electronic equipment?
• What should you consider about child PFD use on a boat?
• During an anchor watch, which elements should you regularly check to ensure the anchor holds?
• What is essential for supervising children near water?
• Which statement best describes the use of markers or radar in MOB search?
• What are the standard VHF distress calls and their meanings?
• During a man overboard recovery, which equipment is used to haul the person aboard when safe?
• How can you prevent line chafing and injury when docking or mooring?
• RF radiation exposure primarily causes which type of injury?
• What are the three basic measures to avoid electric shock?
• What clothing is recommended for cold-water boating?
• What is the minimum PPE for adults on a small boat?
• How do you assess boat stability before departure?
• What is the proper procedure to call Mayday on a VHF radio?
• Which action supports safe docking in gusty wind?
• If regulations require reporting a spill, what should you do?
• Who assigns authorizing officers to sign, issue and clear tags and labels?
• What key weather factors should you review before and during a voyage?
• How often should emergency equipment be checked or serviced?
• In restricted visibility, what action should you take when approaching another vessel?
• What does an EPIRB stand for?
• Which of the following lists the correct blood vessel types?
• Which battery technology is commonly used for crypto equipment?
• What organization works to ensure safe and healthful civil, federal, and government workplaces in america?
• What are early signs of hypothermia to watch for?
• Which of the following is NOT one of the three basic measures to avoid electric shock?
• Nickel-cadmium batteries are used predominantly in which type of equipment?
• DSC uses MMSI to enable automated distress calls via which system on marine radios?
• What is an EPIRB and when should it be activated?
• Name two common daylight distress signals.
• What is the purpose of a throw bag?