NSW Personal Watercraft Practice Test

Put your study knowledge to the test by attempting the NSW PWC Practice Test.

Some important notes:

This practice exam is only for PWC
- You must correctly answer at least 12/15.
There are 15 questions total in this exam which are taken from a larger pool of questions.
If you would like to practice the boat licence questions, return to the study page here
These are the same questions you'll face at the course however the order has been randomised.
If you fail, return to the study page and do some more study then have another crack.

Good Luck!

Who's attempting this exam?

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Is irregular driving allowed in a PWC restriction zone?

Yes, in all areas.

Yes, but only when 200 metres or more from the shore.

Yes, but only between sunset and sunrise.

When driving a PWC, what is the minimum safe distance you must keep from the sides of a designated swimming area?

30 metres.

Variable. Depends on the conditions and whether there are any swimmers present.

60 metres.

Registration numbers and letters displayed on a PWC must be:

In the size and colour that best matches the graphics of the PWC.

Any size and colour, as long as they can be read from 20 metres away.

At least 100mm high, solid and clear, in a contrasting colour to the hull.

The PWC Behaviour Label must be displayed on a PWC:

Where it is visible to the driver.

On the stern so people climbing on from the water can see it.

On the port side near the registration numbers.

Which statement is true when it comes to continuous driving of a PWC close to residential areas?

It is not a problem unless there are people on the shore.

Noise annoys – penalties can apply.

It is not a problem because noise restrictions only apply at night.

What is the best type of lifejacket to wear on a PWC?

A non-inflatable (foam) lifejacket.

An inflatable lifejacket.

A lifejacket is not required on a PWC.

What navigation mark is this and what should you do?

Port lateral mark - keep it on your port side when travelling upstream.

South cardinal mark - only pass on the south side.

Isolated danger mark - do not pass close on any side.

How should you indicate that you are in distress if your PWC has broken down?

By trying to swim to shore.

By taking off your lifejacket and waving it above your head.

By raising and lowering your arms.

When can you tow a person from a PWC without having an observer on board with you?

Only when towing in a surf break in accordance with tow-in surfing requirements.

When towing on dams or lakes.

When travelling at less than 10 knots.

When must you carry your PWC driving licence on a PWC?

Never - as long as it is current you don't need to carry it.

Only when travelling above 10 knots.

At all times.

Where are PWC not permitted to go?

Open waters.

Sydney Harbour.

Any area with a signposted speed restriction.

What does 'noise annoys' mean?

Your engine needs servicing.

People on the shoreline may be impacted by PWC noise.

Wear ear plugs while riding.

Can you drive a PWC between sunset and sunrise?

No, never.

Yes, when driving within 200 metres of the shore.

Yes, when displaying navigation lights.

Within 200m from shore in a PWC restricted zone, how should you drive your PWC?

Weaving around.

In a circle or other pattern.

Generally in a straight line.

What speed and distance rules apply when you are part of a group of PWC drivers?

The usual speed and distance restrictions apply to all members of the group.

The group can agree to a maximum speed and distance.

The speed and distance restrictions do not apply when you are part of a group.

Your score is

The average score is 91%

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NSW PWC Licence Practice Test

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Is irregular driving allowed in a PWC restriction zone?

When driving a PWC, what is the minimum safe distance you must keep from the sides of a designated swimming area?

Registration numbers and letters displayed on a PWC must be:

The PWC Behaviour Label must be displayed on a PWC:

Which statement is true when it comes to continuous driving of a PWC close to residential areas?

What is the best type of lifejacket to wear on a PWC?

What navigation mark is this and what should you do?

How should you indicate that you are in distress if your PWC has broken down?

When can you tow a person from a PWC without having an observer on board with you?

When must you carry your PWC driving licence on a PWC?

Where are PWC not permitted to go?

What does 'noise annoys' mean?

Can you drive a PWC between sunset and sunrise?

Within 200m from shore in a PWC restricted zone, how should you drive your PWC?

What speed and distance rules apply when you are part of a group of PWC drivers?

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NSW PWC Licence Practice Test

Good Luck!

Is irregular driving allowed in a PWC restriction zone?

When driving a PWC, what is the minimum safe distance you must keep from the sides of a designated swimming area?

Registration numbers and letters displayed on a PWC must be:

The PWC Behaviour Label must be displayed on a PWC:

Which statement is true when it comes to continuous driving of a PWC close to residential areas?

What is the best type of lifejacket to wear on a PWC?

What navigation mark is this and what should you do?

How should you indicate that you are in distress if your PWC has broken down?

When can you tow a person from a PWC without having an observer on board with you?

When must you carry your PWC driving licence on a PWC?

Where are PWC not permitted to go?

What does 'noise annoys' mean?

Can you drive a PWC between sunset and sunrise?

Within 200m from shore in a PWC restricted zone, how should you drive your PWC?

What speed and distance rules apply when you are part of a group of PWC drivers?

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