Overloading Vessel

Throwing a dock line to someone on shore or another boat safely, aiming away from hazards and avo...

Operating flat-bottom boats propelled by a large fan or aircraft engine; used in shallow waters; ...

Techniques for safely navigating tight fairways or slip spaces, often requiring minimal throttle ...

Excessive rolling from waves or wake that can eject passengers or cause seasickness; boater ed su...

Advising passengers not to sit on the gunwales (upper edges) of a moving boat without guardrails;...

Boaters create a large wake so a rider can surf without a rope near the stern; states may regulat...

Steps to safely back down a boat ramp, launch the boat without blocking others, and secure the ve...

An external engine mounted on the transom of a small or medium-size boat; boater education covers...

Requirements and best practices to accommodate boaters with disabilities (e.g., wheelchair ramps ...

Techniques for operating in high waves, heavy chop, or strong winds (e.g., reducing speed, headin...

Lightweight, high-strength boat hulls gaining popularity in high-performance vessels; boater educ...

Equipment for removing water from the boat’s bilge area, preventing flooding or excessive weight....

The operation of pontoon-style boats, focusing on wide turns, weight distribution, and wind effec...

Best practices for reducing wake near other boats, shorelines, or docks to prevent property damag...

Mandatory and recommended gear for boats, including PFDs, fire extinguishers, visual distress sig...

A recommended routine covering fuel levels, safety gear, PFD counts, weather checks, and bilge in...

A velocity that allows adequate time to avoid collisions, considering visibility, traffic density...

When a boat overturns or rolls over, often due to overloading, poor weight distribution, or sudde...

A life jacket or buoyant vest meeting U.S. Coast Guard standards; all states require an adequate ...

Specific rules and safety measures for towing individuals behind a boat, including required spott...

Proper sizing and adjustment of PFDs, crucial to ensuring they function effectively during emerge...

Similar to kayak safety but emphasizing tandem paddling, weight distribution, and dealing with cu...

Ropes and protective cushions used to secure and protect a boat when docking; correct placement p...

A placard found on most boats under 20 feet stating the maximum weight/people the vessel can safe...