External Communication

十六频道

The international VHF radio distress, safety, and calling frequency (156.8 MHz) mandatory for all seagoing vessels to monitor continuously.

Quick answer: The international VHF radio distress, safety, and calling frequency (156.8 MHz) mandatory for all seagoing vessels to monitor continuously.

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Quick answer

The international VHF radio distress, safety, and calling frequency (156.8 MHz) mandatory for all seagoing vessels to monitor continuously.

Why it matters

十六频道 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 十六频道?

In this glossary, 十六频道 refers to: The international VHF radio distress, safety, and calling frequency (156.8 MHz) mandatory for all seagoing vessels to monitor continuously.

How is 十六频道 used in maritime?

In maritime communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "所有船舶必须在VHF十六频道上持续守听,用于遇险、安全和常规信息。"

Why does 十六频道 matter in maritime?

十六频道 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 十六频道?

十六频道 is mainly used by Deck Officers, Engine Officers, and Masters.

What category does 十六频道 belong to?

In this glossary, 十六频道 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 frequency (156.8 MHz) mandatory for all seagoing vessels to monitor continuously.

Operational example

All vessels must maintain a continuous listening watch on VHF channel sixteen for distress, safety, and routine messages.

Localized term

十六频道

Localized example

所有船舶必须在VHF十六频道上持续守听,用于遇险、安全和常规信息。

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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