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What is Confirm Bearing?

Confirm Bearing Instruction to verify and report the direction of an object or navigational aid from the vessel, usually in degrees relative to the ship's heading or true north.

Source: IMO SMCP, STCW Convention, SOLAS, COLREG

How is “Confirm Bearing” Used in Practice?

Bridge, confirm bearing of isolated danger mark abeam and report to VTS immediately.

Certification Exam Relevance

STCWMarlins TestISF WatchkeeperGMDSS

Who Needs to Know This Term?

  • Deck Officers
  • Engine Officers
  • Masters

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What is Confirm Bearing?

Instruction to verify and report the direction of an object or navigational aid from the vessel, usually in degrees relative to the ship's heading or true north.

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