Can A -firm this. TOB is given by the dispatcher, Load Sheet checked and info cascaded to the Cabin Crew. Prior to doors closing, the Cabin Crew make a PA informing all passengers. No physical head count involved.
Whether or not anyone recalls this figure is an individual thing and as mentioned earlier, the general idea is that 'Someone' might recall this info and relay to the rescue services in the event of a major incident.
All the best
CB
Last edited by Cyber Bob; 26th Jun 2013 at 12:59.