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¿Qué es Marcha atrás?

Marcha atrás Order or report indicating the vessel is moving, or must move, backward relative to its heading.

Source: IMO SMCP, STCW Convention, SOLAS, COLREG

How is “Marcha atrás” Used in Practice?

Remolcador a MV Athena: marcha atrás despacio hasta despejar el atraque, luego pare motores y mantenga posición.

Certification Exam Relevance

STCWMarlins TestISF WatchkeeperGMDSS

Who Needs to Know This Term?

  • Deck Officers
  • Engine Officers
  • Masters

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¿Qué es Marcha atrás?

Order or report indicating the vessel is moving, or must move, backward relative to its heading.

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