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What is Danger Area?

Danger Area A specified maritime zone where navigation is hazardous due to military exercises, wrecks, shallow waters, or other dangers requiring special attention or restricted entry.

Source: IMO SMCP, STCW Convention, SOLAS, COLREG

How is “Danger Area” Used in Practice?

Caution: Danger area ahead, all vessels keep clear and report position to VTS on VHF channel one-six.

Certification Exam Relevance

STCWMarlins TestISF WatchkeeperGMDSS

Who Needs to Know This Term?

  • Deck Officers
  • Engine Officers
  • Masters

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What is Danger Area?

A specified maritime zone where navigation is hazardous due to military exercises, wrecks, shallow waters, or other dangers requiring special attention or restricted entry.

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