Is cruising safe? This is our number one most asked question.  Now that we’ve talked about the greatest disaster, let’s take a look at how that changed safety standards for sailing for the foreseeable future.  

Ship happens. But it doesn’t have to!  Preparedness is our greatest ally in keeping safe in a disaster at sea.

Did you know that every crew members knows how to flip a life raft over in the open water?   Or that we all have to take a coast guard maritime exam in our first three days onboard any vessel?   Hear all about how your crew is prepared in case of an emergency at sea, peppered in with our own disaster stories!

 Join us this week as we talk Safety Onboard in Episode 6 of Adventures with Ernie!

Episode Links:

• Titanic disaster led to stricter maritime safety standards
• Titanic: Three ways the disaster changed laws and safety on the seas
• about international ice patrol (iip)
• Safety At Sea - Lifeboat History & Requirements
• Changes in safety practices after the sinking.
• Changing of Maritime Laws
• Cruise Muster Station and Muster Drill: What Are They?
• SOLAS onboard drill requirements

Whether you are an avid cruiser, or a current or former crew member, this podcast is for you!  Everyone is welcome here.

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