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The primary cause of boating accidents

The primary cause of boating accidents is Careless Operation

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A first indicator of bad weather

A first indicator of bad weather is A Build Up Of Dark Clouds.

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Letting off of the throttle on a PWC

Letting off of the throttle on a PWC will cause Loss Of Steering Ability.

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A way to CAUSE a collision is Riding

A way to CAUSE a collision is Riding Too Close To A Boat In Order To Jump Its Wake.

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To re-board a PWC if you fall off you should roll it over in the direction

To re-board a PWC if you fall off you should roll it over in the direction Shown On The Label on the back of the vessel. There is a label on the back near where you climb on board that shows you to roll it clockwise or counter clockwise…

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Drinking alcohol before operating a vessel will

Drinking alcohol before operating a vessel will Slow Your Judgement And Reaction Time.

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A boater is considered “Under The Influence” in Florida

A boater is considered “Under The Influence” in Florida at 0.08 blood alcohol level, just like an automobile driver.

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When crossing paths the give way vessel is responsible to Slow Down

When crossing paths the give way vessel is responsible to Slow Down And Change Course. That means if the other boat has the right-of-way then you are the give way vessel and must slow down to avoid the other vessel.

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The Florida Boater Education Temporary Certificate

The Florida Boater Education Temporary Certificate is good for 12 months and must be carried with a photo ID.

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When you see a boat approaching from your right the action you should take is

When you see a boat approaching from your right the action you should take is to Slow Down And Give Way To That Boat, as they have the right-of-way

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When you see a “Diver Down” flag (red square with a white diagonal line)

29. When you see a “Diver Down” flag (red square with a white diagonal line) you MUST go to idle speed If You Are Within 100 ft. Of The Flag In A Channel and also If You Are Within 300 ft. in the Open Ocean.

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Florida law requires a

Florida law requires a Whistle Or Horn be on all vessels.

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Slow speed / minimum wake means

Slow speed / minimum wake means your vessel should be Completely Settled In The Water. This means you are moving slowly and creating no wake

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The safety lanyard’s purpose is to Shut

The safety lanyard’s purpose is to Shut The Engine Off If The Rider Falls Off.

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Ways to avoid having a collision include Not Riding Too Close To A Boat

Ways to avoid having a collision include Not Riding Too Close To A Boat To Jump Wakes. You should never get too close to any vessels while riding.

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If two powered vessels approach each other in a head-on situation

If two powered vessels approach each other in a head-on situation Both Should Stay Right And Prepare To Give Way. That means to pass each other port to port, or left side to left side, just like cars on a highway.

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Red and green markers indicate

Red and green markers indicate The Edge Of The Channel.

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The most critical part of boating

The most critical part of boating is Staying Alert.

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You DO NOT have to report a boating accident

You DO NOT have to report a boating accident when the damage is Less Than $1000.

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Florida law prohibits anyone under 14

Florida law prohibits anyone under 14 Years Of Age to operate a PWC.

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PWC (Personal Water Craft) are small and fast

PWC (Personal Water Craft) are small and fast so they are Difficult To See On The Water

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When crossing paths with another vessel the give-way vessel

When crossing paths with another vessel the give-way vessel (the one that must give the other the right-of-way) should Slow Down Or Change Course

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If you and a friend are riding PWC’s

If you and a friend are riding PWC’s, he is in front of you and stops very abruptly – you must Use The Throttle To Turn And Avoid The Collision. This is example of why you should not be too close to other vessels

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While operating a PWC the engine shuts off for any reason

While operating a PWC the engine shuts off for any reason – The Vessel Will Lose Steering And Continue To Move In The Direction You Are Moving

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Courteous PWC operation does not include

Courteous PWC operation does not include Courteous PWC operation does not include Circling Fishing Boats. You don’t want to interfere with anyone trying to fish.

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All Children Under 6 Years Old

All Children Under 6 Years Old All Children Under 6 Years Old are required by law to wear a life jacket at all times on any vessel under 26 feet long.

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Everyone Riding Or Being Towed By A PWC (Personal Water Craft)

Everyone Riding Or Being Towed By A PWC (Personal Water Craft) Everyone Riding Or Being Towed By A PWC (Personal Water Craft) must wear a PFD (personal floatation device / life jacket) at all times while riding.

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In Florida it is illegal to operate a vessel at a speed

In Florida it is illegal to operate a vessel at a speed In Florida it is illegal to operate a vessel at a speed that Endangers The Life Or Property Of Another Person

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When operating in shallow water or seagrass

When operating in shallow water or seagrass When operating in shallow water or seagrass and you see a mud trail behind you Stop Your Vessel and Walk or Pole It Out Of The Area. That means to get off and walk the jet ski to deeper water to…

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An example of safe PWC operation

An example of safe PWC operation An example of safe PWC operation is to Keep A Safe Distance From Other Vessels.

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When you see a red buoy returning

When you see a red buoy returning When you see a red buoy returning from the open sea you Keep The Red Buoy On Your Right – red, right returning

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The main cause of boating fatalities

The main cause of boating fatalities The main cause of boating fatalities. is Falling Overboard And Drowning.

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If you back off the throttle

If you back off the throttle If you back off the throttle on your PWC you will lose steering.

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Constant awareness is required On All Boats At All Hours to avoid collisions

Constant awareness is required On All Boats At All Hours to avoid collisions Constant awareness is required On All Boats At All Hours to avoid collisions and accidents. Look all around you to stay safe, not just in front of you.

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If two vessels (A&B) should collide and driver B is injured

If two vessels (A&B) should collide and driver B is injured, driver A should Help The Injured Person (B) And Then Report The Accident.

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When your vessel is being passed (overtaken) by another vessel

When your vessel is being passed (overtaken) by another vessel you are required to Maintain Your Speed And Direction

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The engine cutoff lanyard or “kill switch” is important

The engine cutoff lanyard or “kill switch” is important to wear and Is Required By Law For All PWC Operators to shut the engine off if the operator falls off. This keeps the jet ski from leaving the rider or running into anything around it.

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An example of not operating a (PWC) Personal water craft

An example of not operating a PWC (Personal Water Craft) defensively is Being Careful When You Spray Other Vessels. You should never spray other vessels to drive defensively.

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What does the heart symbol on a driver license signify?

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What percentage of the U.S. population has signed up to be an organ donor?

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What is NOT a medical factor that transplant patients are matched on?

What is NOT a medical factor that transplant patients are matched on? Body weight

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Before transplanting your organs, all doctors and medical personnel must first ____.

Before transplanting your organs, all doctors and medical personnel must first ____. Make every effort to save your life.

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How many people are there in the U.S. on a waiting list for an organ transplant?

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What is a characteristic of a legally acceptable ID in California?

What is a characteristic of a legally acceptable ID in California? Issued by a government agency.

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What is the most appropriate way to refuse service to an obviously intoxicated customer?

What is the most appropriate way to refuse service to an obviously intoxicated customer? I’m sorry. I can’t serve you any alcohol tonight. I could get into trouble and even lose my job

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A server diligently inspects a patron’s ID and reasonably concludes it is legally acceptable and the appearance of the patron indicates the patron could be 21 years of age or older. What has this server done?

A server diligently inspects a patron’s ID and reasonably concludes it is legally acceptable and the appearance of the patron indicates the patron could be 21 years of age or older. What has this server done? The server has established a…

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What are stimulants?

What are stimulants? – Drugs that stimulate the central nervous system by increasing activity in the brain. – Signs: Increased self-confidence, mood, heart rate, blood pressure, and body temperature, prolonged physical activity with a…

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What event requires an alcohol server to inform the manager and co-workers?

What event requires an alcohol server to inform the manager and co-workers? When the alcohol server has refused service to a patron.