Tennessee Boating Safety Education Certificate Full Test Study Guide Graded A+

Bowline Knot {Ans: a multi-purpose knot that is essential for boat operators to know. Forming the knot creates a fixed loop on the end of the rope or line—a loop that can be used for hitching, mooring, or lifting.}Channel 6 {Ans: Internship safety communications.}Boating in the Vicinity of Anglers {Ans: Slow down when approaching fishing boats or give them a wide berth. Never run over anglers' lines. Be aware anglers may have lines out to the sides of their boats or trolling behind them. Never disturb fishing boats by making a large wake. An angler at anchor could be swamped by another vessel's cruising wake. Remember... If ill feelings between user groups become widespread, managing agencies may be forced to deal with the issue by closing down boating opportunities or by posting specific times for separate user groups. The best way to ensure better boating opportunities is for every boater to be courteous and responsible.}draft {Ans: Depth of water needed to float a vessel}Hurricane Warning {Ans: Winds are 64 knots (74 mph) and above. This warning is displayed only in connection with a hurricane.}While Fueling {Ans: Keep the nozzle of the fuel-pump hose in