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Maneuvering

Allarme Velocità Poppa

An alarm triggered when a vessel's sternway (reverse movement) exceeds a preset speed threshold, alerting crew to possible navigational hazards during astern operations.

Quick answer: An alarm triggered when a vessel's sternway (reverse movement) exceeds a preset speed threshold, alerting crew to possible navigational hazards during astern operations.

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Quick answer

An alarm triggered when a vessel's sternway (reverse movement) exceeds a preset speed threshold, alerting crew to possible navigational hazards during astern operations.

Why it matters

Allarme Velocità Poppa 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.

Editorial context

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Questions and answers

Questions and answers

What is Allarme Velocità Poppa?

In this glossary, Allarme Velocità Poppa refers to: An alarm triggered when a vessel's sternway (reverse movement) exceeds a preset speed threshold, alerting crew to possible navigational hazards during astern operations.

How is Allarme Velocità Poppa used in maritime?

In maritime communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "Allarme velocità poppa suonata. Ridurre la propulsione indietro per evitare eccessivo movimento inverso durante l’ormeggio."

Why does Allarme Velocità Poppa matter in maritime?

Allarme Velocità Poppa 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 Allarme Velocità Poppa?

Allarme Velocità Poppa is mainly used by Deck Officers, Engine Officers, and Masters.

What category does Allarme Velocità Poppa belong to?

In this glossary, Allarme Velocità Poppa 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 alarm triggered when a vessel's sternway (reverse movement) exceeds a preset speed threshold, alerting crew to possible navigational hazards during astern operations.

Operational example

Sternway speed alarm has sounded. Reduce astern propulsion to prevent excessive reverse movement during berthing.

Localized term

Allarme Velocità Poppa

Localized example

Allarme velocità poppa suonata. Ridurre la propulsione indietro per evitare eccessivo movimento inverso durante l’ormeggio.

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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