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What is Abandon Ship Drill?

Abandon Ship Drill A mandatory exercise in which crew and passengers practice procedures for safely abandoning the vessel and boarding lifeboats.

Source: IMO SMCP, STCW Convention, SOLAS, COLREG

How is “Abandon Ship Drill” Used in Practice?

Attention all hands: abandon ship drill at 1000 hours, muster at assigned lifeboat stations with lifejackets and survival gear.

Certification Exam Relevance

STCWMarlins TestISF WatchkeeperGMDSS

Who Needs to Know This Term?

  • Deck Officers
  • Engine Officers
  • Masters

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What is Abandon Ship Drill?

A mandatory exercise in which crew and passengers practice procedures for safely abandoning the vessel and boarding lifeboats.

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