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What is Grounding Risk?

Grounding Risk Potential danger of the vessel running aground due to shallow water or navigational error.

Source: IMO SMCP, STCW Convention, SOLAS, COLREG

How is “Grounding Risk” Used in Practice?

VTS warning: grounding risk ahead in approach channel due to reduced depth, navigate with extreme caution.

Certification Exam Relevance

STCWMarlins TestISF WatchkeeperGMDSS

Who Needs to Know This Term?

  • Deck Officers
  • Engine Officers
  • Masters

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What is Grounding Risk?

Potential danger of the vessel running aground due to shallow water or navigational error.

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