Maneuvering

Alarme de Profondeur d’Eau

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

Alarme de Profondeur d’Eau 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 Alarme de Profondeur d’Eau?

In this glossary, Alarme de Profondeur d’Eau refers to: An alert activated when the measured depth beneath a vessel approaches a pre-set minimum, used to avoid grounding.

How is Alarme de Profondeur d’Eau used in maritime?

In maritime communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "Passerelle : Alarme de profondeur d’eau activée, réduisez la vitesse et préparez-vous à une modification immédiate du cap."

Why does Alarme de Profondeur d’Eau matter in maritime?

Alarme de Profondeur d’Eau 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 Alarme de Profondeur d’Eau?

Alarme de Profondeur d’Eau is mainly used by Deck Officers, Engine Officers, and Masters.

What category does Alarme de Profondeur d’Eau belong to?

In this glossary, Alarme de Profondeur d’Eau 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

Alarme de Profondeur d’Eau

Localized example

Passerelle : Alarme de profondeur d’eau activée, réduisez la vitesse et préparez-vous à une modification immédiate du cap.

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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