Cargo

Ligne de Descente

A flexible line or pipe used to transfer liquids vertically in a tank, commonly for sampling, loading, or discharging at specific depths.

Quick answer: A flexible line or pipe used to transfer liquids vertically in a tank, commonly for sampling, loading, or discharging at specific depths.

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Quick answer

A flexible line or pipe used to transfer liquids vertically in a tank, commonly for sampling, loading, or discharging at specific depths.

Why it matters

Ligne de Descente 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 Ligne de Descente?

In this glossary, Ligne de Descente refers to: A flexible line or pipe used to transfer liquids vertically in a tank, commonly for sampling, loading, or discharging at specific depths.

How is Ligne de Descente used in maritime?

In maritime communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "Expert au chef officier : Veillez à ce que la ligne de descente soit correctement installée avant de prélever des échantillons au fond du réservoir."

Why does Ligne de Descente matter in maritime?

Ligne de Descente 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 Ligne de Descente?

Ligne de Descente is mainly used by Deck Officers, Engine Officers, and Masters.

What category does Ligne de Descente belong to?

In this glossary, Ligne de Descente 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 flexible line or pipe used to transfer liquids vertically in a tank, commonly for sampling, loading, or discharging at specific depths.

Operational example

Surveyor to chief officer: Ensure the drop line is properly installed before taking samples from the bottom of the tank.

Localized term

Ligne de Descente

Localized example

Expert au chef officier : Veillez à ce que la ligne de descente soit correctement installée avant de prélever des échantillons au fond du réservoir.

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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