Practice PWC Endorsement Test 3 | Safe Transport Victoria

Question 1

When operating a PWC at a speed exceeding 5 knots on enclosed waters, what distance must you keep from a person in the water, or from another vessel, including other PWC's?(Required)

50m

100m

200m

Question 2

When engaging in towed water sports, the master can:(Required)

Be both operator and observer if a rear view mirror is installed

Tow four or more people at the same time

Only do so when in the company of a dedicated observer who is able to communicate with the master

Question 3

Can a PWC operate in a transit only zone?(Required)

No PWC's are not permitted in transit only zone

Yes PWC's can drift through a transit only zone

Yes PWC's can transit through a transit only zone under power

Question 4

What kind of navigation mark is this?(Required)

Port lateral

A safe water

Isolated danger

Question 5

A PWC must give way to:(Required)

No one, as PWCs have right of way in all circumstances

Other vessels crossing from the port side

Larger vessels, in confined channels where the vessels’ manoeuvrability might be limited and sailing vessels as well as other vessels crossing from the starboard side

Question 6

Do you require a marine license with a PWC endorsment to operate a PWC by yourself(Required)

Yes

No

Only if operating the PWC greater than 400 meters from land

Question 7

When a number of PWC operators are operating in an organised group:(Required)

Speed and distance restrictions do not apply between PWC's of that group

The usual speed and distance restrictions apply to all PWC's of that group

The group can agree on a maximum speed

Question 8

When are you required to maintain a proper lookout using sight and hearing, while operating your PWC?(Required)

Only during times of poor visibility

Only at speed

At all times

Question 9

In Victoria Can someone under the age of 16 obtain a PWC endorsment on their marine license(Required)

Yes

No

Yes once they turn 14

Question 10

Are PWC's able to do circles when within 200m of shore in Port Philip Bay?(Required)

Yes

No

Only when more than 50 meters from a person in the water, another PWC, vessel, fixed or floating structure

Question 11

Without power what effect does this have on the operation of a PWC?(Required)

None

PWC has little or no steering

PWC has full steering capabilities

Question 12

Why is it mandatory to carry a waterproof buoyant torch at all times when operating a PWC?(Required)

To attract attention if your PWC is disabled in times of darkness or restricted visibility

To inspect the engine if something goes wrong

So you can see where you are going when it gets dark

Question 13

If your vision is affected by the sun or spray from other PWC's what should you do?(Required)

Nothing as your vision will be returned

Accelerate so your vision is returned sooner

Slow down or stop

Question 14

Your PWC has broken down. How can you highlight that you are in distress?(Required)

Swim to shore for assistance

Take off your lifejacket and wave it above your head

Slowly and repeatedly raising and lowering your arms outstretched to each side

Question 15

Unless a local rule says otherwise, on inland waters all PWC's must be operated at 5 knots or less when within what distance from the shore?(Required)

50m

100m

200m