M3000-1.4.6.7

Hanging off an anchor

M3000-1 · Navigation · M3000-1.4 Ship Manoeuvring

This lesson covers the principle and command application of hanging off an anchor as a controlled manoeuvring technique to check speed and regulate swing in confined or tidal waters.

Independent preparatory study aligned to the MCA Master (Yachts less than 3000 GT) examination syllabus (updated June 2026). Not an MCA-approved course and confers no credit toward a Certificate of Competency.