Canada Boating Licence (PCOC) Practice Test 2026: Test d’entraînement 6

1. Question 1 sur 25

   What does this black and red buoy with two black balls on top mark?

   • AThe middle of a safe channel or fairway
   • BA place where boats may tie up for the night
   • CThe edge of a swimming area near a beach
   • DAn isolated danger with navigable water all around
   Voir la réponse

   Réponse: D. An isolated danger with navigable water all around

   An isolated danger buoy is moored on or near a danger, such as a rock, that has navigable water all around it. Do not pass too close.

2. Question 2 sur 25

   What does this red and white vertically striped buoy usually mark?

   • AAn area where boats are not allowed
   • BA diving operation
   • CSafe water, such as the centre of a channel
   • DA hidden rock or shoal
   Voir la réponse

   Réponse: C. Safe water, such as the centre of a channel

   This fairway (safe water) buoy marks safe water or the middle of a channel. You may pass it on either side, but it is generally kept to port.

3. Question 3 sur 25

   What is this yellow buoy with a yellow X on top?

   • AA buoy marking safe water on all sides
   • BA danger buoy marking rocks below it
   • CA port hand buoy marking a channel edge
   • DA special buoy, not mainly used for navigation
   Voir la réponse

   Réponse: D. A special buoy, not mainly used for navigation

   Special buoys are yellow and give specific information, such as marking scientific instruments. Their shape has no meaning.

4. Question 4 sur 25

   This white buoy has an orange diamond with a cross inside. What does it mean?

   • ASpeed is limited to 10 km/h
   • BBoats may tie up here
   • CBoats must keep out of the area
   • DSwimmers must keep out of the area
   Voir la réponse

   Réponse: C. Boats must keep out of the area

   A keep-out buoy marks an area where boats are not allowed, such as near a dam or a swimming area.

5. Question 5 sur 25

   This white buoy has an orange diamond with nothing inside it. What does it mean?

   • AThis is a safe place to anchor for the night
   • BA hazard, such as a rock or shoal, is nearby
   • CThe speed limit is about to change here
   • DBoats are not allowed to enter the area
   Voir la réponse

   Réponse: B. A hazard, such as a rock or shoal, is nearby

   A hazard buoy warns of random hazards such as rocks and shoals, usually outside the main channel.

6. Question 6 sur 25

   This white buoy has an orange circle with a number inside. What does it tell you?

   • AThe buoy's own number as shown on the chart
   • BA restriction applies, such as the speed limit shown
   • CThe number of boats that may anchor here
   • DThe depth of the water at this spot, in metres
   Voir la réponse

   Réponse: B. A restriction applies, such as the speed limit shown

   A control buoy has an orange circle with a black figure or symbol showing the restriction, such as a speed limit.

7. Question 7 sur 25

   If a hazard, control or keep-out buoy like this one has a light, what colour is it?

   • ARed
   • BGreen
   • CYellow
   • DBlue
   Voir la réponse

   Réponse: C. Yellow

   Regulatory buoys such as hazard, control and keep-out buoys show a yellow flashing light.

8. Question 8 sur 25

   You see this red flag with a white diagonal stripe on a buoy. What does it mean?

   • ADivers are in the water; keep well clear and go slowly
   • BThe water ahead is too shallow for most boats
   • CThe buoy is private and belongs to a marina
   • DThe area is a marked course for water-skiers
   Voir la réponse

   Réponse: A. Divers are in the water; keep well clear and go slowly

   A diving buoy flies a red flag with a white diagonal stripe to mark active diving. Stay well away and watch for divers.

9. Question 9 sur 25

   A boat shows this blue and white flag (code flag A). What does it tell you?

   • AThe boat is towing a water-skier; watch for the line
   • BThe boat is anchored for the night and unattended
   • CDivers are down and the boat cannot easily move; keep clear
   • DThe boat is for sale; ask the owner for details
   Voir la réponse

   Réponse: C. Divers are down and the boat cannot easily move; keep clear

   A vessel engaged in diving operations that cannot show the normal shapes displays a rigid replica of code flag "A". Keep well clear.

10. Question 10 sur 25

    Under Canadian law, operating a boat while impaired by alcohol or drugs is:

    • AA criminal offence under the Criminal Code
    • BAllowed if the boat has no motor
    • COnly a small provincial fine
    • DLegal if you stay near shore
    Voir la réponse

    Réponse: A. A criminal offence under the Criminal Code

    Operating a boat while impaired is a crime under the Criminal Code of Canada, just like impaired driving.

11. Question 11 sur 25

    What is the Criminal Code blood alcohol limit for operating a vessel?

    • A80 mg of alcohol in 100 mL of blood
    • B100 mg of alcohol in 100 mL of blood
    • C50 mg of alcohol in 100 mL of blood
    • DThere is no set limit for boats
    Voir la réponse

    Réponse: A. 80 mg of alcohol in 100 mL of blood

    The Criminal Code makes it an offence to have a blood alcohol concentration of 80 mg or more per 100 mL of blood within two hours of operating a conveyance, which includes a vessel.

12. Question 12 sur 25

    You smoked cannabis and now want to drive your boat. What does the law say?

    • ACannabis rules only apply to cars
    • BIt is allowed if you have a passenger
    • CDrug-impaired operation is also a Criminal Code offence
    • DIt is legal once cannabis is bought legally
    Voir la réponse

    Réponse: C. Drug-impaired operation is also a Criminal Code offence

    The Criminal Code impaired-operation offences cover drugs, including cannabis, as well as alcohol, and they apply to vessels.

13. Question 13 sur 25

    Besides impaired operation, which of these is also a crime under the Criminal Code?

    • AUsing an anchor that is not an approved model
    • BForgetting to file a sail plan before a short trip
    • CFailing to stop at the scene of an accident
    • DBoating without a radar reflector on a small boat
    Voir la réponse

    Réponse: C. Failing to stop at the scene of an accident

    Failing to stop at the scene of an accident and operating an unseaworthy boat are crimes under the Criminal Code.

14. Question 14 sur 25

    What word do you say on a VHF radio when a life is in immediate danger?

    • A"Over and out"
    • B"Pan-pan" for any problem
    • C"Help me" once
    • D"Mayday", repeated three times
    Voir la réponse

    Réponse: D. "Mayday", repeated three times

    The spoken word "Mayday" is a distress signal. Repeat it three times on VHF channel 16, then give your boat name, position and problem.

15. Question 15 sur 25

    Which VHF channel is used for distress calls?

    • AChannel 21B
    • BChannel 16
    • CChannel 68
    • DChannel 9
    Voir la réponse

    Réponse: B. Channel 16

    VHF channel 16 is the international distress and calling channel, monitored by the Canadian Coast Guard.

16. Question 16 sur 25

    Which of these is a recognized distress signal?

    • ASlowly raising and lowering your outstretched arms
    • BFlashing your navigation lights on and off once
    • CRinging a bell once every minute while anchored
    • DWaving one hand quickly above your head
    Voir la réponse

    Réponse: A. Slowly raising and lowering your outstretched arms

    Raising and lowering outstretched arms slowly and repeatedly is one of the distress signals listed in the Collision Regulations.

17. Question 17 sur 25

    Which sound signal means a vessel is in distress?

    • ATwo short blasts, then one prolonged blast
    • BContinuous sounding of a horn or fog signal
    • CThree short blasts, repeated twice
    • DOne short blast, repeated once
    Voir la réponse

    Réponse: B. Continuous sounding of a horn or fog signal

    Continuous sounding of any fog-signalling apparatus is a distress signal.

18. Question 18 sur 25

    Your boat capsizes but stays afloat. What is usually the safest choice?

    • AStay with the boat and climb onto it or hold on
    • BTake off your lifejacket to swim faster
    • CDive under the boat to look for gear
    • DSwim for a distant shore right away
    Voir la réponse

    Réponse: A. Stay with the boat and climb onto it or hold on

    A boat that floats is easier for rescuers to see. Getting out of the water, or onto the boat, reduces heat loss.

19. Question 19 sur 25

    Someone falls overboard. What should you do first?

    • AJump into the water after them right away to help
    • BShout, throw something that floats, and keep them in sight
    • CTurn the boat away from them and speed up to get help
    • DCall the marina on your phone before doing anything else
    Voir la réponse

    Réponse: B. Shout, throw something that floats, and keep them in sight

    Alert everyone, throw a flotation device and have someone keep watching and pointing at the person while you return to them.

20. Question 20 sur 25

    In the 1-10-1 principle, what is the first "1"?

    • AAbout 1 minute to control your breathing after cold shock
    • BAbout 1 kilometre that you can swim in cold water
    • COne lifejacket for every 10 people on board
    • DAbout 1 hour before you start to feel the cold
    Voir la réponse

    Réponse: A. About 1 minute to control your breathing after cold shock

    Cold shock causes gasping. You have about 1 minute to calm your breathing. A lifejacket keeps your head up while you do.

21. Question 21 sur 25

    In the 1-10-1 principle, what does the "10" stand for?

    • AAbout 10 hours before hypothermia
    • BA water temperature of 10 degrees Celsius
    • CAbout 10 minutes of useful movement
    • DA drift speed of 10 kilometres per hour
    Voir la réponse

    Réponse: C. About 10 minutes of useful movement

    You have about 10 minutes of meaningful movement to get out of the water or into a safer position before your arms and legs stop working well.

22. Question 22 sur 25

    In the 1-10-1 principle, what is the last "1"?

    • AAbout 1 minute before you will drown without help
    • BUp to about 1 hour before hypothermia causes unconsciousness
    • CAbout 1 metre that you should stay from the boat
    • DAbout 1 day before you will need medical treatment
    Voir la réponse

    Réponse: B. Up to about 1 hour before hypothermia causes unconsciousness

    Hypothermia takes time. It can take up to about 1 hour before you lose consciousness, so a lifejacket keeps you afloat while help arrives.

23. Question 23 sur 25

    Why is sudden falling into cold water so dangerous in the first minute?

    • AYour body temperature drops to zero in seconds
    • BYour lifejacket stops working in cold water
    • CCold water makes you float higher
    • DCold shock makes you gasp, and you can breathe in water
    Voir la réponse

    Réponse: D. Cold shock makes you gasp, and you can breathe in water

    Cold shock triggers a gasp reflex and fast breathing. Without a lifejacket, you can inhale water and drown.

24. Question 24 sur 25

    You are alone in cold water, wearing a lifejacket, and cannot get out. What should you do?

    • ATake off your heavy clothes so you float better
    • BSplash and wave for as long as you possibly can
    • CPull your knees up, hug your chest and stay still
    • DSwim hard in circles so your body stays warm
    Voir la réponse

    Réponse: C. Pull your knees up, hug your chest and stay still

    The Heat Escape Lessening Posture (HELP) protects the areas that lose the most heat. Swim only if safety is close.

25. Question 25 sur 25

    Three people are in cold water wearing lifejackets. How can they stay warmer?

    • AFloat on their backs far apart
    • BHuddle together, holding on to each other
    • CSpread out to be seen more easily
    • DTake turns swimming laps
    Voir la réponse

    Réponse: B. Huddle together, holding on to each other

    The huddle position reduces heat loss and keeps the group together for rescuers.

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