This Training Manual is suitable for use on board vessels of various types engaged on international voyages and on vessels that operate within their own domestic confines but which carry lifeboats. The purpose of this manual is to provide all members of the crew with information about life saving appliances and survival techniques, and the meaning of the ships alarms. This manual may be used as a framework and reference source for those personnel whose duty is to give instruction to others of the vessel's company in the purpose and use of lifesaving equipment; the procedures for abandonment; and the best methods of survival. Additionally, it is intended as a reference source for all personnel and a copy should be provided in each crew mess room and recreation room in order that there is ready access to the contents.