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Maneuvering

What is Backing Power Reserve?

Backing Power Reserve Remaining astern propulsion capacity beyond that required for standard manoeuvre, ensuring additional stopping margin.

Source: IMO SMCP, STCW Convention, SOLAS, COLREG

How is “Backing Power Reserve” Used in Practice?

Engine Control: Backing power reserve at ninety percent, sufficient for emergency stop within two cables.

Certification Exam Relevance

STCWMarlins TestISF WatchkeeperGMDSS

Who Needs to Know This Term?

  • Deck Officers
  • Engine Officers
  • Masters

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What is Backing Power Reserve?

Remaining astern propulsion capacity beyond that required for standard manoeuvre, ensuring additional stopping margin.

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