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What is Escape Chute?

Escape Chute An emergency evacuation device, usually an inflatable or fabric tube, enabling rapid escape from high decks to safe areas or liferafts.

Source: IMO SMCP, STCW Convention, SOLAS, COLREG

How is “Escape Chute” Used in Practice?

Evacuation drill: all personnel will practice deploying the escape chute from the main deck to liferaft stations.

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Who Needs to Know This Term?

  • Deck Officers
  • Engine Officers
  • Masters

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What is Escape Chute?

An emergency evacuation device, usually an inflatable or fabric tube, enabling rapid escape from high decks to safe areas or liferafts.

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