The Muster List, in the a maritime world, is a list of the functions each member of a ship crew is required to perform in case of emergency. ... For the most part, passengers only come to face with the duties and functions of the crew included in the Muster List during the muster drills.

How important is the muster list?

It gives clear instructions to be followed in the event of an emergency for every person on board and ensures that all vital duties are assigned. The muster list also ensures that, on the sounding of the emergency signal, crewmembers and passengers know where to muster.

What includes in the muster station list?

The muster list must contain details of the general emergency alarm and other emergency signals and the corresponding action to be taken by the crew. Where appropriate, communication equipment, channels and reporting chain to be used during an abandonment or other emergency should be specified.