BoatingBoating SafetySafety ManualManual A Course on Responsible Boating SPONSORED BY 2 012 EDITION Copyright © 2016 Kalkomey Enterprises,draft LLC and its divisions and partners, www.kalkomey.com Kentucky Department of Fish & Wildlife Resources Boating in Kentucky America’s No. 1 family sport, boating, is enjoyed by thousands of new enthusiasts each year. For mid-Americans, Kentucky is the place to go to enjoy cruising, sailing, skiing, fishing and floating on its broad waterway system of lakes, rivers and streams. In 1960, the Kentucky legislature enacted the first boating law in Kentucky, and thus set out to educate, patrol and regulate boaters on the waterways of this state. At first, Kentucky registered only a few thousand motorboats and there were fewer than a dozen officers patrolling the waterways. MISSION Since the mid-1960s, many lakes have been created, such as Barkley, Malone, Barren, Green, Laurel, Cave Run, Fishtrap, Dewey and numerous We are stewards of Kentucky's other state and federal impoundments. During this period, motorboat fish and wildlife resources and registration has climbed to over 170,000. In addition to these registered boats, there are thousands of non-registered vessels such as canoes, rowboats, their habitats. We manage sailboats, large houseboats and cruisers that are registered by the Federal for the perpetuation of these Government. Also, thousands of tourists from neighboring states bring resources and their use by their boats into Kentucky. Although our waterways are not yet crowded, it is obvious that boating is growing rapidly. present and future generations. Through partnerships, we Today the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources will enhance wildlife diversity has officers stationed at all major impoundments and streams throughout the state. They inspect boats, patrol, instruct boaters and water enthusiasts and promote sustainable use, in safety and give aid in time of need and when disasters occur. including hunting, fishing, boating and other nature- In order to safely participate and enjoy the various water-oriented activities, boaters should become familiar with laws that govern them and related recreation. learn good safety practices which help to avoid accidents and unpleasant experiences. Copyright © 2016 Kalkomey Enterprises,draft LLC and its divisions and partners, www.kalkomey.com Boating Safety Manual SPONSORED BY 2 0 N 12 EDITIO A COURSE ON RESPONSIBLE BOATING Contents are approved by the National Association of State Boating Law Administrators and recognized by the U.S. Coast Guard, contingent on state-specific information being included with this course and course approval by the Boating Law Administrator of the state where it is taught. Published by Boat Ed, a division of Kalkomey Enterprises, Inc., 14086 Proton Road, Dallas, TX 75244, 214-351-0461. Printed in the U.S.A. Copyright © 2012 by Boat Ed. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced in any form or by any process without permission in writing from Boat Ed. Effort has been made to make this publication as complete and accurate as possible. All references contained in this publication have been compiled from sources believed to be reliable, and to represent the best current opinion on the subject. Boat Ed is not responsible or liable for any claims, liabilities, damages, or other adverse effects or consequences to any person or property caused or alleged to be caused directly or indirectly from the application or use of the information contained in this publication. NS10-P0312 Danforth is a registered trademark of Tie Down Engineering, Inc. www.kalkomey.com Copyright © 2016 Kalkomey Enterprises,draft LLC and its divisions and partners, www.kalkomey.com KENTUCKY DEPARTMENT OF FISH & WILDLIFE RESOURCES ...boat, motor and lake usage regulations (301 KAR1:012, 1:015) • Maximum horsepower limits and other boat motor • On all Kentucky Department of Fish & Wildlife and lake usage regulations apply on many small public Resources-owned/managed lakes: fishing lakes. 1. Boaters must use idle speed (slowest speed possible • 150 hp: Boat motors greater than 150 hp are not to maintain maneuverability of a boat) where an permitted on Lake Beshear. occupant is actively engaged in fishing. • 10 hp at slow speeds which cause no disturbance or 2. The centerline of boats on the water cannot exceed interference with fishing are permitted on: Beaver 22 feet as measured on deck or bow to stern on Creek Lake, Boltz Lake, Bullock Pen Lake, Corinth all lakes owned or managed by Kentucky Fish and Lake, Elmer Davis Lake, Kincaid Lake, Shanty Hollow Wildlife. On Cedar Creek Lake, Lake Beshear and Lake, Swan Lake. Lake Malone only, float boats may have decking and pontoons up to 30 feet. There is no size restriction • Operation of internal combustion motors prohibited: on canoes. Ballard WMA lakes, Bert T. Combs Lake, Briggs Lake, Carpenter and Kingfisher lakes, Carter Caves 3. Houseboats are not permitted. State Park Lake (a.k.a. Smoky Valley Lake), Lebanon City Lake (a.k.a. Fagan Branch Lake), Fishpond Lake, 4. Personal watercrafts are prohibited on Cedar Creek Lincoln Homestead State Park Lake, McNeely Lake, Lake. Marion County Lake, Martin County Lake, Metcalfe County Lake, Mauzy Lake, Mill Creek Lake, Peabody 5. Swimming is permitted only in designated areas WMA’s Goose Island and South lakes, Lake Reba, when a qualified lifeguard is on duty. Spurlington Lake, Swan Lake, WMA lakes (excluding 6. Skin or scuba diving is not permitted. Swan Lake), Washburn Lake, Pikeville City Lake. 7. Boat motors without underwater exhaust are not • Operation of electric or internal combustion motors permitted. prohibited: Lake Chumley, Dennie Gooch Lake, Kingdom Come State Park Lake. • Water skiing permitted as designated by signs on Guist Creek Lake and Lake Beshear from 10:00 a.m. to • Idle speed only: Carnico Lake, Greenbo Lake, Pan sunset beginning the third Thursday in May through Bowl Lake, Wilgreen Lake and all Peabody WMA lakes September 30. Similarly, water skiing is permitted in except Goose, Island and South. designated areas on Lake Malone beginning the third • Lake Malone: No horsepower restrictions on boat Thursday in May through October 31. Water-skiing motors. and tubing are prohibited on Cedar Creek Lake. • NOTICE: All regulations are subject to change. Please consult the Department of Fish & Wildlife Resources regarding the latest information on boating laws in Kentucky. Copyright © 2016 Kalkomey Enterprises,draft LLC and its divisions and partners, www.kalkomey.com 1 How To Use This Book How To Complete This Course Chapter One 1. Review each chapter of this manual. Complete the chapter exercise on Know Your Boat . Pages 2-4 pages 54-56. 2. Check your answers for the exercise on page 57. Chapter Two 3. Review the information you may have answered incorrectly. Before You Get Underway . Pages 5-9 4. Continue in this manner until all chapters have been covered. Chapter Three 5. When taking the Certification Exam on page 61, follow the directions of your instructor. Operating Your Boat 6. Upon successful completion, you will receive your boater education certifi- . Safely. Pages 10-24 cation card from the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources. Chapter Four The Legal Requirements What’s Included in This Course Of Boating . Pages 25-38 This manual presents a wide variety of information, including: ◆ General information concerning boats and maintenance Chapter Five ◆ Information to make your boating experience safer and more comfortable Boating Emergencies ◆ Tips on how to be a more courteous boat operator . What. To Do . Pages 39-46 ◆ Laws and regulations to which you must adhere In general, this information applies to all vessels (powerboats, personal watercraft, Chapter Six and manually driven boats such as sailboats, canoes, etc.). However, in some places, Enjoying Water Sports specifically information may apply to personal watercraft. With Your Boat . Pages 47-53 Where To Find Additional Information Chapter Review Exercises . Pages 54-56 This manual is designed to be an introductory course to meet the boater education needs of recreational boaters. We encourage you to continue to learn Answers to Chapter Review Exercises . Page 57 more about boating safety. Notes Pages . Pages 58-60 ◆ For more advanced information, the following publications may be useful: • U.S. Coast Guard’s Navigation Rules Exam Answer Sheet . Page 61 • Chapman Piloting: Seamanship and Boat Handling by Elbert S. Maloney • The Annapolis Book of Seamanship by Mark Smith and John Rousmaniere Required Equipment Checklist . Inside Back Cover ◆ For additional courses, contact the following organizations: • U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary • U.S. Power Squadrons • American Sailing Association Stay up to date on • U.S. Sailing Association new boating laws! Be sure to stay abreast of new boating laws and requirements. For state boating law information, call the Kentucky Department of Fish & Wildlife Resources, Division of Law Enforcement: • 1-800-858-1549 For federal boating laws, visit the U.S. Coast Guard’s Boating safety website: • www.uscgboating.org Information in this manual does not replace what is specifically legal for boating in Kentucky which is found in the Kentucky Statutes and federal law. Copyright © 2016 Kalkomey Enterprises,draft LLC and its divisions and partners, www.kalkomey.com 2 Chapter 1: Know Your Boat beam The Many Parts of a Boat Boats come in many styles and shapes, but the names of the different parts remain consistent. Every boat operator should know the following terms and definitions. red and green bow: Front sidelights of a vessel freeboard port: Left side of a vessel draft all-round keel white light hull: Body of a vessel gunwale: Upper edge of vessel’s side stern: Rear starboard: Right side of a vessel How Planing Hulls Operate of a vessel cleat: Metal fitting on which a rope can be fastened propeller: Rotates and powers a boat forward or backward Displacement Mode Types of Boat Hulls There are two basic types of boat hulls—displacement and planing.