PCOC - Vessel Restrictions & Requirements Pt 1

What is a Compliance Notice?

• A 12-digit number permanently marked on the hull.

• The manufacturer’s or importer’s attestation that the vessel meets construction requirements of the Small Vessel Regulations and Construction Standards for Small Vessels.

• A notice given by police to warn you that your vessel does not meet regulations.

• A registration that shows proof of ownership (legal title) of your vessel.

What does Gross Load Capacity (Maximum Safe Limits) refer to?

• The total weight of just the people onboard your vessel.

• The total weight of just safety equipment onboard your vessel.

• The total weight of persons, equipment, stores, fuel, motor assembly and steering controls.

• The total weight of safety equipment and cargo/stores on your vessel.

What is the primary purpose of a Hull Identification Number (HIN)?

• To help the police find your boat and stop you if you are speeding.

• To keep you from mixing it up with someone else's boat when parked at a busy marina.

• To make your boat look cooler.

• To help identify lost or stolen vessels.

What information regarding recommended safe limits while operating in good weather is displayed on compliance notices? Check all correct answers!

• safe motor size (horsepower [hp])

• length of the hull

• number of occupants

• the best colours to paint your boat

• maximum weight or load

In accordance with the Canada Shipping Act and Small Vessel Regulations who has the authority to board and conduct a compliance inspection on a vessel in Canadian waters?

• A marine safety inspector acting on behalf of the Minister of Transport or other agency authorized by the Minister of Transport or Minister of Fisheries and Oceans.

• City council.

• Only the Coast Guard can do this.

• Only the police can do this.

At what level of horsepower (HP) and above must a vessel be Licensed?

• 25 hp

• 10 hp

• 8 hp

• 7.5 hp

The Small Vessel Regulations require, with a few exceptions, all pleasure craft under ______________m that are or can be fitted with engine(s) to have a Compliance Notice affixed to them in a conspicuous position plainly visible from the helm. (Fill in the number left blank)

True or False: Vessels that are registered do not need to be licenced.

• True.

• False.

A Marine Safety Inspector may board and inspect your vessel to check compliance of many things, including HIN, compliance notice, vessel licensing or registration, construction standards, ____________________, minimum required safety equipment, and navigation equipment.