The pilot ladder is used for the pilot and crews getting in and out the vessel in normal situations. The pilot ladder has a spreader, differential from the embarkation ladder in it's design. The steps of each ladder are made of hard wood, except for the last 4 steps, which are made of rubber. The pilot ladder is a convenient means of transferring personnel into and out of a vessel safely.
Why Do I Need a Pilot Ladder?
In December 2010 IMO MSC 88 adopted MSC.308(88), which contains amendments to SOLAS regulation V/23 and IMO resolution A.1045(27) this amendment provides additional recommendation for pilot ladder arrangements and pilot transfer arrangements applicable to all new built vessels and some existing vessels.
Key Features & Equipment Benefits
Enables crews to get in and out of vessel
Hard wood steps for durability
Last 4 steps made from rubber for foot purchase
Hardwood (beech wood) spreader
4 Strand Manila rope
Step Thimbles: Hardwood (beech wood)
Aluminium rope clamp
Istituto Giordano Wheelmark
Complies with IMO Res. A1045(27), MSC / Circ. 1428,
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