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Qu'est-ce que Garde sous quille ?

Garde sous quille Vertical distance between the lowest point of a vessel’s keel and the seabed referenced to chart datum; the key safety margin preventing grounding.

Source: IMO SMCP, STCW Convention, SOLAS, COLREG

How is “Garde sous quille” Used in Practice?

Contrôle du port à MV Aurora : votre garde sous quille est maintenant d’un virgule deux mètres au zéro hydrographique ; réduisez la vitesse afin de minimiser l’enfoncement et indiquez vos intentions.

Certification Exam Relevance

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Who Needs to Know This Term?

  • Deck Officers
  • Engine Officers
  • Masters

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Qu'est-ce que Garde sous quille ?

Vertical distance between the lowest point of a vessel’s keel and the seabed referenced to chart datum; the key safety margin preventing grounding.

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