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What is Emergency Escape?

Emergency Escape A designated route or means for crew to safely evacuate from compartments, accommodation, or machinery spaces during emergencies, as required by SOLAS and IMO Fire Safety Codes.

Source: IMO SMCP, STCW Convention, SOLAS, COLREG

How is “Emergency Escape” Used in Practice?

Attention crew, use the marked emergency escape routes if fire blocks your primary exit. Muster at the designated assembly station.

Certification Exam Relevance

STCWMarlins TestISF WatchkeeperGMDSS

Who Needs to Know This Term?

  • Deck Officers
  • Engine Officers
  • Masters

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What is Emergency Escape?

A designated route or means for crew to safely evacuate from compartments, accommodation, or machinery spaces during emergencies, as required by SOLAS and IMO Fire Safety Codes.

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