Safety, Fire & Survival · Muster & Drills — Frequency
Under SOLAS, how often must abandon-ship and fire drills generally be conducted on a cargo ship?
- AOnce per year is sufficient
- BEach crew member participates in at least one abandon-ship drill and one fire drill every month✓ Correct
- COnly when new crew join
- DOnly before a port-state inspection
Explanation
SOLAS requires that every crew member take part in at least one abandon-ship drill and one fire drill each month (with additional timing rules when a large proportion of crew changes). Drills keep the crew proficient with the LSA/FFA and the muster list under realistic conditions.
Authority: SOLAS III Reg 19, musters and drills
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