External Communication

Marcha atrás

Order or report indicating the vessel is moving, or must move, backward relative to its heading.

Quick answer: Order or report indicating the vessel is moving, or must move, backward relative to its heading.

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Quick answer

Order or report indicating the vessel is moving, or must move, backward relative to its heading.

Why it matters

Marcha atrás matters because it supports clear communication in External Communication contexts for Deck Officers, Engine Officers, and Masters. It also connects to aviation training and exam language such as STCW, Marlins Test, ISF Watchkeeper, and GMDSS.

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Questions and answers

Questions and answers

What is Marcha atrás?

In this glossary, Marcha atrás refers to: Order or report indicating the vessel is moving, or must move, backward relative to its heading.

How is Marcha atrás used in maritime?

In maritime communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "Remolcador a MV Athena: marcha atrás despacio hasta despejar el atraque, luego pare motores y mantenga posición."

Why does Marcha atrás matter in maritime?

Marcha atrás matters because it supports clear communication in External Communication contexts for Deck Officers, Engine Officers, and Masters. It also connects to aviation training and exam language such as STCW, Marlins Test, ISF Watchkeeper, and GMDSS.

Who uses Marcha atrás?

Marcha atrás is mainly used by Deck Officers, Engine Officers, and Masters.

What category does Marcha atrás belong to?

In this glossary, Marcha atrás is grouped under External Communication. Related pages in this category explain adjacent procedures, commands and operational concepts.

Where does this definition come from?

This definition is sourced from IMO SMCP, STCW Convention, SOLAS, COLREG and published by Protermify Maritime as a static maritime reference page.

Definition

Order or report indicating the vessel is moving, or must move, backward relative to its heading.

Operational example

Tug to MV Athena: move astern slowly until clear of berth, then stop engines and hold position.

Localized term

Marcha atrás

Localized example

Remolcador a MV Athena: marcha atrás despacio hasta despejar el atraque, luego pare motores y mantenga posición.

Definition language

English reference definition

Source

IMO SMCP, STCW Convention, SOLAS, COLREG

Exam relevance

  • STCW
  • Marlins Test
  • ISF Watchkeeper
  • GMDSS

Target audience

  • Deck Officers
  • Engine Officers
  • Masters

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