Muster drills became globally mandatory under the International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS) following the tragic sinking of the Titanic in 1912. However, the modern, high-fidelity requirement for these drills to be conducted before the ship departs from port was strictly reinforced after the Costa Concordia disaster in 2012. Before that, regulations allowed for the drill to take place within 24 hours of embarkation. In 2026, the maritime industry has largely transitioned to "e-Muster" or digital muster drills. Under this high-fidelity system, passengers watch safety videos on their mobile devices or stateroom TVs and then visit their assigned muster station to have their "Medallion" or keycard scanned by a crew member. This allows for a more efficient and socially distanced process while still meeting the legal high-fidelity requirement that every passenger knows exactly where to go and what to do in the event of an emergency, ensuring total compliance with international maritime safety laws before the vessel even leaves the pier.