Nautical Term: EIU

Definition of EIU

Even if Used, or EIU, is a term used in the maritime industry to indicate that a specific safety measure or equipment should be used, even if it has already been used once before.

For example, in a safety drill on a cruise ship, the crew may be required to use a specific type of life jacket, even if they have already used it during a previous drill. In this case, the term Even if Used, or EIU, would be used to emphasize the importance of using the safety measure or equipment again, even if it has already been used once before.

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