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Was ist Mensch über Bord?

Mensch über Bord Emergency indicating that a person has fallen from a vessel into the water and immediate rescue actions are required.

Source: IMO SMCP, STCW Convention, SOLAS, COLREG

How is “Mensch über Bord” Used in Practice?

Mensch über Bord, Mensch über Bord, Backbord! Rettungsboot aussetzen und ständigen Sichtkontakt halten.

Certification Exam Relevance

STCWMarlins TestISF WatchkeeperGMDSS

Who Needs to Know This Term?

  • Deck Officers
  • Engine Officers
  • Masters

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Was ist Mensch über Bord?

Emergency indicating that a person has fallen from a vessel into the water and immediate rescue actions are required.

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