External Communication

チャンネル16

The international VHF radio distress, safety, and calling channel (156.8 MHz) monitored at all times by ships and shore stations.

Quick answer: The international VHF radio distress, safety, and calling channel (156.8 MHz) monitored at all times by ships and shore stations.

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Quick answer

The international VHF radio distress, safety, and calling channel (156.8 MHz) monitored at all times by ships and shore stations.

Why it matters

チャンネル16 matters because it supports clear communication in External Communication 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

What is チャンネル16?

In this glossary, チャンネル16 refers to: The international VHF radio distress, safety, and calling channel (156.8 MHz) monitored at all times by ships and shore stations.

How is チャンネル16 used in maritime?

In maritime communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "全船舶は遭難・安全・緊急メッセージのため常にチャンネル16で聴守を維持しなければならない。"

Why does チャンネル16 matter in maritime?

チャンネル16 matters because it supports clear communication in External Communication 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 チャンネル16?

チャンネル16 is mainly used by Deck Officers, Engine Officers, and Masters.

What category does チャンネル16 belong to?

In this glossary, チャンネル16 is grouped under External Communication. 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

The international VHF radio distress, safety, and calling channel (156.8 MHz) monitored at all times by ships and shore stations.

Operational example

All vessels must maintain a listening watch on channel sixteen at all times for distress, safety, or urgent messages.

Localized term

チャンネル16

Localized example

全船舶は遭難・安全・緊急メッセージのため常にチャンネル16で聴守を維持しなければならない。

Definition language

English reference definition

Source

IMO SMCP, STCW Convention, SOLAS, COLREG

Exam relevance

  • STCW
  • Marlins Test
  • ISF Watchkeeper
  • GMDSS

Target audience

  • Deck Officers
  • Engine Officers
  • Masters

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