1&2 Introduction
Educational Objectives
3 The Boat
Terminology
Boat Types
Measuring Length
Hull designs
Types of hulls
Propulsion
Carbon Monoxide
Capacity Plate
Engine Systems
Checklist
Review Quiz - 3
4 Legal Requirements
Who May Operate
Registration and Numbering
Hull ID Number
Required Equipment
Personal Flotation Devices
Navigation Lights
Fire Extinguishers
Ventilation
Backfire Flame Arrestor
Sound Producing Device
Visual Distress Signals
Pollution Regulations
MSDs
No Discharge Zones
Aquatic Nuisance Species
Recommended Equipment
Review Quiz- 4
5 Preparation
Vessel Check List
Trailering
Environmental Conditions
Leeway
Tide and Current
Local Hazards
Float Plan
Preventive Maintenance
Fueling
Review Quiz-5
6 Operations
Operator responsibility
Homeland Security
BUI
Navigation Rules
Definitions
Proper Lookout
Seamanship
Sound Signals
Rules of the Road
Meeting & Crossing
Commercial Vessels
Restricted Visibility
Aids to Navigation
Review Quiz-6
7 Getting Underway
Line Handling
Docking/Undocking
Maneuvering Underway
Anchoring
Water Sports
Hunting and Fishing
Swimming
Diving and Snorkling
Paddle Sports
Skiing and Towing
Personal Watercraft
Review Quiz-7
8 Accidents
Fatal Vs Non-fatal
Accident Reports
Crew Overboard
Assistance from Shore
Hypothermia
Fires on Board
First Aid
Rendering Assistance
Running Aground
Review Quiz-8
9 Special Items
Vessel Repairs
Locks
Dams
Security
Sailing
Review Quiz-9
State Requirements
Final Exam

Chapter VII - Getting UnderwaySection 3 - Maneuvering Underway

Maneuvering Underway

Once underway your duties as a skipper do not stop. You are still responsible for the safety of all on board, your boat and damage to other boats and personal property caused by collision or damage from your wake. As skipper you should:

• Be familiar with the safe handling characteristics of your boat. Know its cruising speed, idle speed, how it turns left and right and its stopping distance.
• Always choose a safe course. Do not take any risks which might endanger yourself or your passengers or crew.
• Know where you are at all times. Check around you and use landmarks, aides to navigation, charts or any other means possible to pinpoint as accurately as possible your location. If you have an emergency and have to call for help, the first question you will be asked is "where are you?"
• Keep an eye on the wind, current and weather. Will any changes affect you and the course to your destination?
• Follow the rules of the road and obey them. In specially marked or crowded areas control your speed.
• You should always render assistance to other boaters in danger or distress. This could be anything from a stalled engine to a life threatening event.
  

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