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En arrière très lente

Engine telegraph order instructing propulsion at the lowest possible speed astern, used for delicate reversing or while manoeuvring in tight spaces.

Quick answer: Engine telegraph order instructing propulsion at the lowest possible speed astern, used for delicate reversing or while manoeuvring in tight spaces.

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Quick answer

Engine telegraph order instructing propulsion at the lowest possible speed astern, used for delicate reversing or while manoeuvring in tight spaces.

Why it matters

En arrière très lente matters because it supports clear communication in Nav 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

What is En arrière très lente?

In this glossary, En arrière très lente refers to: Engine telegraph order instructing propulsion at the lowest possible speed astern, used for delicate reversing or while manoeuvring in tight spaces.

How is En arrière très lente used in maritime?

In maritime communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "Passerelle à la salle des machines : 'En arrière très lente.' Maintenez cette vitesse jusqu’à ce que le navire soit dégagé."

Why does En arrière très lente matter in maritime?

En arrière très lente matters because it supports clear communication in Nav 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 En arrière très lente?

En arrière très lente is mainly used by Deck Officers, Engine Officers, and Masters.

What category does En arrière très lente belong to?

In this glossary, En arrière très lente is grouped under Nav. 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

Engine telegraph order instructing propulsion at the lowest possible speed astern, used for delicate reversing or while manoeuvring in tight spaces.

Operational example

Bridge to engine room: 'Dead slow astern.' Maintain dead slow until vessel is clear and ready to stop or go ahead.

Localized term

En arrière très lente

Localized example

Passerelle à la salle des machines : 'En arrière très lente.' Maintenez cette vitesse jusqu’à ce que le navire soit dégagé.

Definition language

English reference definition

Source

IMO SMCP, STCW Convention, SOLAS, COLREG

Category

Nav

Exam relevance

  • STCW
  • Marlins Test
  • ISF Watchkeeper
  • GMDSS

Target audience

  • Deck Officers
  • Engine Officers
  • Masters

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