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What is required to operate a boat in Florida

your certificate of number

To operate a boat in Florida, you are required to carry on board your certificate of number.
Which agency is responsible for regulating the state boating laws in Florida

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) is responsible for regulating the state boating laws.

In Florida skiing and towing activities may only take place when

In Florida, skiing and towing activities may only take place ½ hour before sunrise to ½ hour past sunset.

A float plan should contain what information

a date and time to contact the authorities.

The purpose of filing a float plan is to provide important information in case of an emergency. A float plan includes a description of your boat, who is on board, a description of the safety equipment you are carrying, where you expect to be, and when you expect to be there. Instruct the person holding the float plan to notify the Coast Guard or other appropriate agency if you do not return within a reasonable time after your scheduled arrival (taking into account weather, etc.).
A float plan should contain the following information: 1. Date. 2. Time to contact the authorities.

What is the primary responsibility for a vessel operator assisting a boat in distress

Keeping his/her vessel and crew out of danger

What is the purpose of the safety lanyard on a PWC

to shut off engine if it falls out

Which of the following must you do when anchoring at night

Display an all-around white light.

What are the rules regarding red buoys under the Inland Rules

They should be passed on the starboard side when going upstream.

When performing a self rescue when should you swim to shore

As the last resort

What information is most important when passing near a lighthouse in a boat

easy - keep away from the rocks

What is an important step in the fueling process of a boat

An important step when refueling a boat is ensuring electrical switches are off.

Which is a recommended water-skiing safety practice

Holding up a ski after falling

What comes before the letter B

The letter "A" or "a" precedes the letter "B" or "b".

When was United States Coast Guard created

United States Coast Guard was created in 1915.

Boating safety advocates suggest that adults wear a pfd during what activity

At all times on the water

Where should a person in the heat escape lessening posture (H.E.L.P) place their hands

Their chest

Which of the following is recommended as part of an annual maintenance program gasoline powered boat

Examination of thru-hull fittings for signs of leakage or corrosion

What is the following actions is the best to take when fueling an outboard boat with a portable tank

Place the tank on the dock or on shore to fill it

What is the best course of action if you see a thunderstorm approaching in the water

try staying away from the water as thunder and water might give you a big shock

if you are in a boat then you should find something made out of rubber because thunder storms(electric shock) does not react to rubber

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