Maneuvering

Alarma de Profundidad de Agua

An alert activated when the measured depth beneath a vessel approaches a pre-set minimum, used to avoid grounding.

Quick answer: An alert activated when the measured depth beneath a vessel approaches a pre-set minimum, used to avoid grounding.

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Quick answer

An alert activated when the measured depth beneath a vessel approaches a pre-set minimum, used to avoid grounding.

Why it matters

Alarma de Profundidad de Agua matters because it supports clear communication in Maneuvering 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 Alarma de Profundidad de Agua?

In this glossary, Alarma de Profundidad de Agua refers to: An alert activated when the measured depth beneath a vessel approaches a pre-set minimum, used to avoid grounding.

How is Alarma de Profundidad de Agua used in maritime?

In maritime communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "Puente: Alarma de profundidad de agua activada, reduzca la velocidad y prepárese para un cambio de rumbo inmediato."

Why does Alarma de Profundidad de Agua matter in maritime?

Alarma de Profundidad de Agua matters because it supports clear communication in Maneuvering 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 Alarma de Profundidad de Agua?

Alarma de Profundidad de Agua is mainly used by Deck Officers, Engine Officers, and Masters.

What category does Alarma de Profundidad de Agua belong to?

In this glossary, Alarma de Profundidad de Agua is grouped under Maneuvering. 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

An alert activated when the measured depth beneath a vessel approaches a pre-set minimum, used to avoid grounding.

Operational example

Bridge: Water depth alarm activated, reduce speed and prepare for immediate course alteration.

Localized term

Alarma de Profundidad de Agua

Localized example

Puente: Alarma de profundidad de agua activada, reduzca la velocidad y prepárese para un cambio de rumbo inmediato.

Definition language

English reference definition

Source

IMO SMCP, STCW Convention, SOLAS, COLREG

Category

Maneuvering

Exam relevance

  • STCW
  • Marlins Test
  • ISF Watchkeeper
  • GMDSS

Target audience

  • Deck Officers
  • Engine Officers
  • Masters

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