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What is Line Handling?

Line Handling The operation of preparing, passing, securing, and tending mooring lines to assist in berthing or unberthing a vessel.

Source: IMO SMCP, STCW Convention, SOLAS, COLREG

How is “Line Handling” Used in Practice?

Forward station, prepare for line handling; pass head line ashore as soon as we are within heaving distance.

Certification Exam Relevance

STCWMarlins TestISF WatchkeeperGMDSS

Who Needs to Know This Term?

  • Deck Officers
  • Engine Officers
  • Masters

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What is Line Handling?

The operation of preparing, passing, securing, and tending mooring lines to assist in berthing or unberthing a vessel.

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