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Before you goQuestion 258 of 566

Before you fuel your boat, what must you do with the engines?

  1. Run them at idle.
  2. Run them at half speed.
  3. Shut off all engines.
  4. Run only the generator.
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Correct answer: Shut off all engines.

A running engine can ignite fuel vapour. Shut off every engine.

Source: Safe Boating Guide (TP 511E, 2026), Fuel safely, page 34

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026