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EDU-1 12/21
4 OPERATION #4: OPERATE IN OPEN WATER
The operator is able to: 4.1
4.2
A: Trim the boat … B: while underway by adjusting the position of persons/gear and engine/drive trim or trim tabs.
A: Turn the boat at planing or cruising speed … B: by assuming a new heading 45° to port followed immediately by a turn 45° to starboard using appropriate throttle control.
NOTE: This skill is intended to maneuver around an object in the water.
4.3 4.4
4.5
4.6 4.7
5 A: Steer a straight course … B: at planing or cruising speed in a predetermined direction for 50 boat lengths.
A: From idle speed, throttle up to planing or cruising speed, and return to idle speed … B: smoothly and with consideration of passengers and gear.
A: Stop the boat … B: from planing or cruising speed to within five boat lengths ensuring the wake does not overtake the stern and with consideration of passengers and gear.
A: Make course alteration … B: by smoothly changing direction 45° and assuming the new heading.
A: Cross waves or wakes … B: by using an appropriate angle of approach and controlling boat speed for the given wake/wave size and frequency.
OPERATION #5: ARRIVE AT DESTINATION – MAKE THE FIRST CONTACT NOTE: Destination may be a dock, slip, mooring, ramp, shoreline, etc.
The operator is able to: 5.1
5.2 5.3
A: Prepare the boat for arrival … B: by readying lines, equipment, and passengers for intended arrival maneuver.
A: Check for a clear approach … B: by confirming there are no conflicts between the boat's intended actions and other boats and activities in the vicinity.
A: Bring the boat to a predetermined point … B: by using a stopping procedure; giving consideration to the type of destination, wind, current, and boat traffic; and coming to a full, safe stop within 12 in (0.3 m) of the destination point.
6 OPERATION #6: SECURE THE BOAT - PREPARE TO LEAVE THE BOAT UNATTENDED
The operator is able to: 6.1
6.2 6.3
A: Secure the boat at the destination … B: by using appropriate knots and lines; anticipating winds, currents, and tides.
A: Prepare the boat to be left unattended … B: by checking and/or securing systems and equipment. A: Depart the boat … B: by disembarking using three points of contact.
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