Oars Charge Cert.

Intermediate Test Theory

Name..Mobile Nr: ..
Q1.

What is considered as Dangerous Clothing when going afloat?

Q2.

Describe what Restricted Waters mean

Q3.

Explain the difference between a Life Jacket and a Buoyancy Aid?

Q4.

How many Newtons is there in a Lifejacket?Buoyancy

Aid.

Q5.

Name six areas in the Malahide Estuary you would consider Hazardous to your rowing crew?

(Use attached map)

Q6.

What safety equipment would you bring with you on a row to Donabate beach?

Q7.

Q8.

Give 6 choices you would make in choosing an Anchorage?

a).

b).

c).

d).

e).

f).

Name parts and type of Anchors

(Use attached Diagram)

Q9.

What steps should you take when storing a boat for the winter?

Q10.

State the importance of getting a weather forecast before going afloat? ..

Q11.

Give 3 ways by which you can obtain a weather forecast?

a).

Q12.

c).

Give 3 ways by which you would give a distress signal?

a).

Q13.

b).

b).

c).

Give in your own words what instructions you would give to your crew if capsized


Q14.
You are bringing your watch on an over night row to Irelands Eye. Write down what preparations
you must make? .Consider all (crew capability, tides, weather etc.,etc.)

Q15.

Name 2 Knots you could use when tying up a boat? a).

Q16.

When would you splice a rope ?

b).

..
Q17.

Two boats coming head to head. What side do you pass each other on ?.

Q18

Approx . indicate where are the following areas found on a ship .

Q19

a).

Quarter Deck ?

b).Forecastle ?

c).

Midships?

d). Bulkheads ?

What is a Special ensign ?

Q20.

Name the parts of the boat

(See attached Diagram)