Cargo

Bomba de despojo

A pump specifically used for removing remaining cargo or residues from tanks, pipelines, or bilges after main discharge operations.

Quick answer: A pump specifically used for removing remaining cargo or residues from tanks, pipelines, or bilges after main discharge operations.

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Quick answer

A pump specifically used for removing remaining cargo or residues from tanks, pipelines, or bilges after main discharge operations.

Why it matters

Bomba de despojo matters because it supports clear communication in Cargo 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 Bomba de despojo?

In this glossary, Bomba de despojo refers to: A pump specifically used for removing remaining cargo or residues from tanks, pipelines, or bilges after main discharge operations.

How is Bomba de despojo used in maritime?

In maritime communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "Oficial a maquinista: Active la bomba de despojo para vaciar completamente los tanques antes del desgasificado."

Why does Bomba de despojo matter in maritime?

Bomba de despojo matters because it supports clear communication in Cargo 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 Bomba de despojo?

Bomba de despojo is mainly used by Deck Officers, Engine Officers, and Masters.

What category does Bomba de despojo belong to?

In this glossary, Bomba de despojo is grouped under Cargo. 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

A pump specifically used for removing remaining cargo or residues from tanks, pipelines, or bilges after main discharge operations.

Operational example

Chief Officer to pumpman: Activate the stripping pump to ensure the cargo tanks are fully emptied before gas freeing.

Localized term

Bomba de despojo

Localized example

Oficial a maquinista: Active la bomba de despojo para vaciar completamente los tanques antes del desgasificado.

Definition language

English reference definition

Source

IMO SMCP, STCW Convention, SOLAS, COLREG

Category

Cargo

Exam relevance

  • STCW
  • Marlins Test
  • ISF Watchkeeper
  • GMDSS

Target audience

  • Deck Officers
  • Engine Officers
  • Masters

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