8. Handholds and Stanchions

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The difference between handholds and stanchions is: (Multiple answers possible)

Handholds are used whenever a bulwark is used

Handholds are used whenever a gate access is used

Stanchions are used whenever a bulwark is used

Stanchions are used whenever a gate access is used

There is no difference between handholds and stanchions

In how many places must handholds be secured?

One ( on deck)

Two ( at the base and at a higher point )

Three or more if possible

The length of both handholds and stanchions mus be at least ...

32 mm

1000 mm

1200 mm

1800 mm

The diameter of the handholds and stanchions must be at least ...

10 mm

32 mm

64 mm

128 mm

2. Securing The Pilot Ladder