Anchors — Up

Typically (chain length to water depth) for a secure hold. "Brought Up"

: Once the anchor is visible, it is reported as "Anchor clear of water" to ensure no debris or other cables are fouled (tangled) in it. Anchors Up

Shackles are often painted or marked with wire to help the crew identify how much cable is in the water. Typically (chain length to water depth) for a secure hold

Communication between the bow (the location of the windlass and anchor chain) and the bridge is strictly standardized using a clock-face reference to indicate the of the chain relative to the ship's bow. Anchors Up