A muster drill is a mandatory safety exercise with the objective to familiarize all guests and crew with the location (muster station) where they are to assemble in the unlikely event of an emergency. ... Guests should not bring life jackets to the muster drill.

Can you skip muster drill?

Most cruise lines have staff or stateroom stewards complete a full sweep of staterooms and balconies during the muster station drill. ... Don't put your cruise or your pocketbook in jeopardy because you want to skip the muster station drill. Just attend the drill and pretend it is fun.

How long does a muster drill last?

How long does the muster drill last? Generally, it lasts 30 to 60 minutes or so before the cruisers and crew members are released. Until 30 to 60 minutes, the passengers are given a demonstration of putting on a life jacket during an emergency.