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Emergency Communication

What is Flooding Alarm?

Flooding Alarm An audible and/or visual alarm triggered automatically or manually when water ingress is detected in compartments below deck.

Source: IMO SMCP, STCW Convention, SOLAS, COLREG

How is “Flooding Alarm” Used in Practice?

Attention all hands: flooding alarm has activated in forward hold; damage control party proceed immediately and investigate the source.

Certification Exam Relevance

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Who Needs to Know This Term?

  • Deck Officers
  • Engine Officers
  • Masters

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What is Flooding Alarm?

An audible and/or visual alarm triggered automatically or manually when water ingress is detected in compartments below deck.

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