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Valvola Pressione-Vuoto

A safety device on cargo tank vent lines that automatically opens or closes to maintain safe pressure and prevent overpressure or vacuum conditions in the tank.

Quick answer: A safety device on cargo tank vent lines that automatically opens or closes to maintain safe pressure and prevent overpressure or vacuum conditions in the tank.

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Quick answer

A safety device on cargo tank vent lines that automatically opens or closes to maintain safe pressure and prevent overpressure or vacuum conditions in the tank.

Why it matters

Valvola Pressione-Vuoto 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.

Editorial context

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Questions and answers

Questions and answers

What is Valvola Pressione-Vuoto?

In this glossary, Valvola Pressione-Vuoto refers to: A safety device on cargo tank vent lines that automatically opens or closes to maintain safe pressure and prevent overpressure or vacuum conditions in the tank.

How is Valvola Pressione-Vuoto used in maritime?

In maritime communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "Primo ufficiale all'equipaggio: Verificate che tutte le valvole pressione-vuoto siano testate e funzionanti prima di iniziare le operazioni di carico."

Why does Valvola Pressione-Vuoto matter in maritime?

Valvola Pressione-Vuoto 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 Valvola Pressione-Vuoto?

Valvola Pressione-Vuoto is mainly used by Deck Officers, Engine Officers, and Masters.

What category does Valvola Pressione-Vuoto belong to?

In this glossary, Valvola Pressione-Vuoto 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 safety device on cargo tank vent lines that automatically opens or closes to maintain safe pressure and prevent overpressure or vacuum conditions in the tank.

Operational example

Chief officer to crew: Ensure all pressure vacuum valves are tested and functioning before commencing cargo operations.

Localized term

Valvola Pressione-Vuoto

Localized example

Primo ufficiale all'equipaggio: Verificate che tutte le valvole pressione-vuoto siano testate e funzionanti prima di iniziare le operazioni di carico.

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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