What is Backing Power Reserve?
Backing Power Reserve Remaining astern propulsion capacity beyond that required for standard manoeuvre, ensuring additional stopping margin.
Source: IMO SMCP, STCW Convention, SOLAS, COLREG
How is “Backing Power Reserve” Used in Practice?
Engine Control: Backing power reserve at ninety percent, sufficient for emergency stop within two cables.
Certification Exam Relevance
Who Needs to Know This Term?
- Deck Officers
- Engine Officers
- Masters
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What is Backing Power Reserve?
Remaining astern propulsion capacity beyond that required for standard manoeuvre, ensuring additional stopping margin.
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