Whatcom Boat Inspection

Question 1 of 7

What are inspectors looking and feeling for when they conduct a physical watercraft inspection?

They are looking and feeling for any evidence of aquatic invasive species or standing water that could harbor microscopic aquatic invasive species

They are looking to see what kind of picnic you packed for the day

They are looking to see if you have the appropriate number of life jackets on board

Question 2 of 7

What will greatly reduce the time it takes to inspect your watercraft for AIS?

Blocking entry to areas needing inspection with stowed gear

Making sure that your boat is clean, drained and dry before you show up at the Check Station

Showing up to the Check Station with wet or dirty areas on your boat

Question 3 of 7

Aquatic invasive species can cause long-term taste and odor issues in drinking water supplies.

True

False

Question 4 of 7

What is the best way to dispose of aquatic plant fragments that you remove from your boat?

Leave them at the water's edge to dry

Take them home

Dispose of them on site and well away from the water to dry out

Toss them back into the water

Question 5 of 7

How do quagga and zebra mussels spread from an affected water body to another water body?

Quagga and zebra mussels are likely spread only by birds and seaplanes.

Quagga and zebra mussels are typically spread only by boats.

Quagga and zebra mussels can be spread by a variety of sources, including downstream flow of water, hitchhiking on or within boats or by latching onto wetted equipment, ropes, gear, toys or apparel.

Question 6 of 7

A prevention program can help stop aquatic invasive species from being introduced.

True

False

Question 7 of 7

Once an aquatic invasive species becomes established in a waterbody, it becomes increasingly difficult and costly to manage the population.

True

False