Engineering

Réservoir Double Fond

A compartment at the bottom of the ship, between the inner and outer hull, used for ballast water, fuel, or as a safety measure against grounding.

Quick answer: A compartment at the bottom of the ship, between the inner and outer hull, used for ballast water, fuel, or as a safety measure against grounding.

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Quick answer

A compartment at the bottom of the ship, between the inner and outer hull, used for ballast water, fuel, or as a safety measure against grounding.

Why it matters

Réservoir Double Fond matters because it supports clear communication in Engineering 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 Réservoir Double Fond?

In this glossary, Réservoir Double Fond refers to: A compartment at the bottom of the ship, between the inner and outer hull, used for ballast water, fuel, or as a safety measure against grounding.

How is Réservoir Double Fond used in maritime?

In maritime communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "Jaugez tous les réservoirs double fond et consignez les niveaux dans le journal de ballast avant le départ ; signalez toute anomalie au premier officier."

Why does Réservoir Double Fond matter in maritime?

Réservoir Double Fond matters because it supports clear communication in Engineering 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 Réservoir Double Fond?

Réservoir Double Fond is mainly used by Deck Officers, Engine Officers, and Masters.

What category does Réservoir Double Fond belong to?

In this glossary, Réservoir Double Fond is grouped under Engineering. 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 compartment at the bottom of the ship, between the inner and outer hull, used for ballast water, fuel, or as a safety measure against grounding.

Operational example

Sound all double bottom tanks and record levels in the ballast log before departure; report any discrepancies to the chief officer.

Localized term

Réservoir Double Fond

Localized example

Jaugez tous les réservoirs double fond et consignez les niveaux dans le journal de ballast avant le départ ; signalez toute anomalie au premier officier.

Definition language

English reference definition

Source

IMO SMCP, STCW Convention, SOLAS, COLREG

Category

Engineering

Exam relevance

  • STCW
  • Marlins Test
  • ISF Watchkeeper
  • GMDSS

Target audience

  • Deck Officers
  • Engine Officers
  • Masters

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