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¿Qué es Hombre al agua?

Hombre al agua 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 “Hombre al agua” Used in Practice?

¡Hombre al agua, hombre al agua, babor! Lanzar bote de rescate y mantener contacto visual con el náufrago en todo momento.

Certification Exam Relevance

STCWMarlins TestISF WatchkeeperGMDSS

Who Needs to Know This Term?

  • Deck Officers
  • Engine Officers
  • Masters

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¿Qué es Hombre al agua?

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

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