Unannounced Maritime Emergency Drill Checklist

This maritime checklist supports running an unannounced full emergency drill aboard liveaboard vessels. It focuses on crew operational readiness, favoring fire scenarios that exercise key skills and vary locations such as engine room, galley, accommodation, and stores. Steps include sounding the alarm, mustering to designated stations, role calls, proper selection and setup of firefighting equipment, pump operations, and continuous updates to the bridge. The drill extends to evacuation readiness, including authorities contact, preparing tenders and life rafts, gathering emergency supplies, first-aid response to an injured crew member, and ensuring clear evacuation routes. A structured debrief captures timing, performance, successes, gaps, and improvements. Recommended frequency is at least every three months, with increased cadence in high-risk areas.