What You've Learned

You've completed the material in Unit 2 of the Canada online boating safety course!

You should now:

• Be able to identify the types and uses of lifejackets, PFDs, buoyant heaving lines, lifebuoys, and reboarding devices, and state the legal requirements.
• Know the legal requirements for manual propelling devices, anchors, bailers, bilge pumps, fire extinguishers, ignition-protection devices, ventilation systems, mufflers, and engine shut-off lines.
• Know the legal requirements for visual signals—watertight flashlights and distress flares.
• Know the legal requirements for sound-signalling equipment and be able to use and interpret sound signals.
• Know the types and requirements for night navigation lights.
• Know the legal requirements for magnetic compasses, nautical charts, and radar reflectors.
• Know who can inspect your pleasure craft.