What is the best way to dock when the current is pushing you toward the dock?

Docking With Wind or Current Toward the Dock

Approach slowly, parallel to the dock.
Let the wind or current carry your boat to the dock. Shift into gear briefly if you need to adjust position.
Secure the bow and stern lines.

What happens when a PWC’s steering control is turn to the right?

For example, if the steering control is turned right, the nozzle turns right and the jet of water pushes the back of the vessel to the left, which causes the PWC to turn right.

What can a vessel operator use to make sure he or she has everything needed for a safe trip?

Pre-Departure Checklist

Check the hull for cracks or other damage.
Make sure the steering and throttle controls are operating properly.
Check the electrical system and that all lights are working properly.
Check for any fuel leaks from the tank, fuel lines, and carburetor.
Check the propulsion and cooling systems.

When a sailboat is approaching a powerboat which one is the give way vessel?

Overtaking: The vessel that is overtaking another vessel is the give-way vessel, regardless of whether it is a sailing vessel or a power-driven vessel. The vessel being overtaken is always the stand-on vessel.

What must a give-way vessel do quizlet?

Terms in this set (57) The vessel that is required to take early and substantial action to keep well away from other vessels by stopping, slowing down, or changing course. The vessel that must maintain its course and speed unless it becomes apparent that the give-way vessel is not taking appropriate action.

What is the vessel that is required to take early?

Give-way vessel: The vessel that is required to take early and substantial action to keep out of the way of other vessels by stopping, slowing down, or changing course. Avoid crossing in front of other vessels. Any change of course and/or speed should be large enough to be readily apparent to another vessel.

What should the operator of a stand on vessel?

What should a stand-on vessel do? The Stand-on vessel should maintain its course and speed. The give-away vessel, may however take action to avoid collision if it is clear that the vessel which should be keeping out of the way is not taking appropriate action.