SEAMANSHIP The Operator's Standing Orders Courtesy Use it. Observe Follow the Rules of the Road. Keep a constant, watchful lookout. Understanding Be patient. The other boater may be a novice as you once were. Responsibility A operator is responsible for his/her actions and for rendering assistance to other boats or persons in distress. Take your time Your speed can rock the boat Education Take a boating course, either for the first time or as a refresher. Sober A drink on the rocks may mean your boat ends up on the rocks. Yield Even though you know you're right, don't be foolish and be DEAD right. Review Questions 1. When approaching the dock, what should you take in to consideration? __________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________ 2. How fast should you approach the dock? ____________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________ 3. Why is an anchor an important piece of safety equipment? ______________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________ 4. Where should an anchor NOT be secured? ___________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________ Answers on page 82 58