CAPTAIN’S TEST

1. E. If the helm is inside an enclosed cabin, an ECOS is not required.

2. B. Buy a new lanyard. While you could repair the old one, it’s safer (and inexpensive) to simply replace it.

3. C. Wiring in an ECOS is not difficult, even on an older engine.

4. D.

5. C. While not having the correct ECOSL for your boat won’t stop all thieves, it will weed out all but the most serious, and at least slow them down.

6. E. If the fuel pump remains running after an accident, and the fuel line has been compromised, there is a fire and explosion hazard.