Watch System - Traditional System

Traditional System

A 2-Section Dogged Watch
Day 1 Day 2 Day 3
2000–0000 Team 1 Team 2 Team 1
0000–0400 Team 2 Team 1 Team 2
0400–0800 Team 1 Team 2 Team 1
0800–1200 Team 2 Team 1 Team 2
1200–1600 Team 1 Team 2 Team 1
1600–1800 Team 2 Team 1 Team 2
1800–2000 Team 1 Team 2 Team 1

In the traditional Royal Navy watch system, those members of the crew whose work must be done at all times of the day are assigned to one of two divisions: the Starboard or the Port division. These two groups of personnel alternate in working the following watches:

  • First watch: 2000 to 0000
  • Middle watch: 0000 to 0400
  • Morning watch: 0400 to 0800
  • Forenoon watch: 0800 to 1200
  • Afternoon watch: 1200 to 1600
  • First dog watch: 1600 to 1800
  • Last dog watch: 1800 to 2000

The Royal Navy traditional submarine three watch system is 2 on 4 off during the day (8 a.m. to 8 p.m.) and 3 on 6 off during the night (8 p.m. to 8 a.m.).

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