Capt. Dan’s ASA 101 TEST Review

1. Capt. Dan’sASA 101 TEST Review Revised 3 July 2007

2. Lifelines Keel Cabin Stern Stern pulpit Shroud Gooseneck Headstay Spreader Deck Traveler Boom Back stay Describe and locate

3. Name these

4. Name these Head Batten Luff Leech Bolt rope Clew Tack Outhaul Downhaul Foot

5. Mainsail Spinnaker Jib Genoa Fall off Primary source of power. Attached to boom & mast Large baloonlike sail for running Sail attached to forestay, does not extend past mast Large headsail that extends past mast Steer away from the wind More definitions

6. Starboard Leeward Astern Abeam Beam Aft Port tack Heel Draft Right when facing forward Downwind, away from wind Behind the boat At right angles to boat (90º) Widest point, widest measurement Toward the stern Wind comes from port side Lean caused by wind Measurement from keel to waterline And more definitions

7. Standing rigging Running rigging Helmsman Captain/ Skipper Crew Holds mast up Sheets, halyards: control lines for sails Steers the boat Responsible for boat, crew and safe operation Assist in boat operation, keep lookout And more …!

8. Name these points of sail

9. Close haul Close reach Beam reach Head to Wind, In Irons Broad reach Running Name these points of sail No Go Zone

10. Rules of the road Which is the stand on vessel? What action must he take in this situation? Which is give way and what action does he take?

11. Blue is stand on and must maintain course and speed. • Red is give way and must get out of the way

12. Rules of the Road Which is the stand on vessel? Why? What action must he take in this situation? Which is give way and what action does he take?

13. Blue is stand on because it is the boat to leeward. • Blue must maintain course and speed • Red must give way

14. Rules of the Road Which is the stand on vessel? What action must he take in this situation? Which is give way and what action does he take?

15. Both boats are on port tack. • Blue is stand on because it is the boat to leeward. • Blue must maintain course and speed • Red must give way

16. Rules of the Road Which is the stand on vessel? What action must he take in this situation? Which is give way and what action does he take?

17. Red boat is on starboard tack • Blue boat is on port tack • Red is stand on because it is on starboard tack • Red must maintain course and speed • Blue must give way

18. Rules of the Road What action must the blue boat take? What should the red boat do?

19. Blue boat must give way • Red boat maintains course and speed

20. Rules of the Road What action must the blue boat take?

21. Red is on starboard tack • Red is stand on • Blue is on port tack and must give way

22. Rules of the Road What does the red boat do if the blue boat does not “get out of the way”? When does he take action?

23. Even though RED is stand on, if the situation is becoming dangerous, RED must maneuver to avoid collision. • He might also give 5 blasts

24. Rules of the Road power What action must the red boat take?

25. Even though RED is under sail and BLUE is a power vessel, • RED must give way as he is entering the main channel and BLUE is already established there.

26. Rules of the Road • You are under sail and see a vessel engaged in fishing with nets ahead on your course line. • You must give way

27. Tacking Jibe Sail by lee Head up Luffing Tiller Halyard Sheets Turn to new tack, bow through wind Turn to new tack, stern through wind On run, main slightly to windward Sail closer to wind Flapping sails Attached to rudder, steers boat Line for raising sails Sail trim control line Bet you thought you were done

28. Winch Boom Topping lift Fairlead Block Outhaul Downhaul Provides mechanical advantage when tensioning lines Raises boom to desired height when sail is down Changes routing/angle of line Pulley Tensions foot of sail Tensions luff Two more like this ..

29. Stays Shrouds Shackle Fender Boom vang Telltale Windex Hold mast upright - fore and aft Hold mast up laterally Attaches halyard to sail Cushion used to protect hull Pulls boom down, controls sail twist Indicates direction of wind and airflow over sail Wind vane at top of mast

30. Whewww…. We’re DONE with definitions

31. You should file a float plan with • Harbormaster • Coast Guard • A friend • Local sheriff

32. You should file a float plan with • Harbormaster • Coast Guard • A friend - someone who cares if you come back • Local sheriff

33. Manufacturer’s capacity plate shows • Max number of people • Max weight of all gear, people • Maximum engine horsepower • All of the above

34. Manufacturer’s capacity plate shows • Max number of people • Max weight of all gear, people • Maximum engine horsepower • All of the above

35. Report an accident as soon as possible • But no longer than 10 days from incident if $2000 damage or vessel is lost.

36. Nautical charts • Only current nautical charts should be used for navigation. Road maps do not show hazards to navigation, buoys, or depths. • Experienced sailors are generally good sources of information on local conditions as are sailing schools and local professional fishermen

37. Regarding buoys • What does red right returning mean? • What does a white buoy with an orange diamond mean?

38. Regarding buoys • Red right returning means keep the red buoys on your starboard side when returning from the sea or open water. • What does a white buoy with an orange diamond mean? - It’s a state regulatory buoy. Can be a speed limit, danger area, or prohibited area. Proceed with caution until you know what it says.

39. Regarding buoys • What does a red and white vertically striped buoy indicate • It’s a Fair Water or Mid-channel buoy (you’re in safe water, but might be at risk of being run down by freighters or other large traffic.)

40. Coast Guard issues • Boats of Sweet Deal size must carry at least one Type B1 Fire extinguisher • A sound signal (Fog horn) • PFDs for all hands • A type IV PFD • 3 day and 3 night Flares • Navigation lights • Port (red) • Starboard (green) • Steaming light: shines forward of mast and aft 22.5 degrees on each side. Used when under power) • State Registration or U.S. documentation

41. Misc. Safety Issues • Avoid shipping lanes. If you must cross, due so at right angles and high speed. • Sailboats Do NOT always have Right of Way over powerboats. Name two instances. • Running, particularly sailing by the lee, can lead to an accidental jibe. Beware when sailing downwind.

42. Misc. Safety Issues • If a crew member falls overboard, what is the initial reaction. • Keep in sight - throw flotation and point AND CONTINUE TO POINT AT VICTIM

43. The ocean is not a garbage can • No dumping within 3 miles • No dumping in harbors, lakes, rivers • No plastic, no oil…. ever

44. Five short blasts means • Danger or doubt

45. Which help determine sail trim? • Telltales • Heel angle • Luffing • Women and children screaming • All of the above

46. Which help determine sail trim? • Telltales • Heel angle • Luffing • Women and children screaming • All of the above

47. Small Craft Warnings • A single red pennant at harbor master office • A Coast Guard broadcast • NOAA online reports

48. Good Samaritan Rule • Protects mariners from liability when rendering assistance to boats needing help.

49. Apparent wind • Is always forward of true wind

50. Night Lights • Navigation Lights • Red to port • Green to starboard • White astern • + When operating under power • White light forward of mast and extending 22.5 degrees aft on each side