Maritime English
Meteorology

What is Oil Spill Alert?

Oil Spill Alert Immediate notification that mineral oil is observed on sea surface requiring containment and reporting under MARPOL 73/78.

Source: IMO SMCP, STCW Convention, SOLAS, COLREG

How is “Oil Spill Alert” Used in Practice?

Platform Echo to all traffic: oil spill alert within half-mile radius of position five-zero degrees north, one-five degrees east; proceed at minimum wash.

Certification Exam Relevance

STCWMarlins TestISF WatchkeeperGMDSS

Who Needs to Know This Term?

  • Deck Officers
  • Engine Officers
  • Masters

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What is Oil Spill Alert?

Immediate notification that mineral oil is observed on sea surface requiring containment and reporting under MARPOL 73/78.

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