Ship Captain how-to
How to Run an Abandon Ship Drill
Drills save lives.
Quick answer
Drills save lives. In short: sound; muster; check, then complete the remaining steps below.
Step by step
Sound the alarm.
Muster crew.
Check life jackets.
Prepare lifeboats.
Review duties.
Debrief.
Safety reminders for ship captains
- Follow COLREGS
- Run regular drills
- Respect weather
- Manage fatigue
Key terms
USCG · MMC · TWIC · Port · Starboard · Master: see the full ship captain glossary.