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What is Continue Listening?

Continue Listening Instruction to keep monitoring a specified VHF radio channel or other communication line for further traffic or safety messages.

Source: IMO SMCP, STCW Convention, SOLAS, COLREG

How is “Continue Listening” Used in Practice?

Vessel Tango, no further instructions at this time. Continue listening on VHF channel one-six for updates.

Certification Exam Relevance

STCWMarlins TestISF WatchkeeperGMDSS

Who Needs to Know This Term?

  • Deck Officers
  • Engine Officers
  • Masters

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What is Continue Listening?

Instruction to keep monitoring a specified VHF radio channel or other communication line for further traffic or safety messages.

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