Definition(s)
Alarm
An alarm is a high-priority alert. Condition requiring immediate attention and action by the bridge team, to maintain the safe navigation of the ship.
Source: IMO Resolution MSC.302(87), Performance standards for bridge alert management, 17 May 2010, International Maritime Organization. Regulatory Guidance
Alarm
An alarm is a high priority of an alert condition requiring immediate attention and action, to maintain the safe navigation and operation of the ship.
Source: IMO resolution A.1021(26), Code on Alarms and Indicators, 2009, 18 January 2010, International Maritime Organization. Regulatory Guidance