There are a variety of safety drills which occur on a weekly and monthly basis. There are different signals, stations and rules for each drill. It is up to everyone on board to know what each drill is, the signal for each, what to bring and where to gather, or as they say on board "where to muster." We have man-overboard drills, fire drills, and abandon ship drills. Below there are pictures of the first abandon ship drill of this cruise. We were a little slow but everyone was accounted for and we were all saved.

Lieutenant Ann Nimershiem is gathering people together and manning the radio.

Chris Williams, a University of Colorado Scientist is ready for any disaster.

General Vessel Assistant Reginald "Reggie" Williams is ready to take action during the drill. He might look like he's taking a break, but his motto is to "always be calm."

Survey Technician Jonathan Shannahoff is all geared up for this abandon ship drill.

Dr. Sandra Yuter, Mr. Grant Gray, and Mr. John Wilson are part of the scientific crew.