USCG issues Guidance on Pilot Ladder approval in line with ISO 799-1:2019

Herman Broers 4 years ago

The U.S. Coast Guard’s Office of Design and Engineering Standards (CG-ENG) has published a policy letter on the approval of pilot ladders and embarkation ladders.

CG-ENG Policy Letter No. 01-21 provides equipment manufacturers guidance to seek approval of pilot ladders and embarkation ladders that meet ISO 799-1:2019 or ISO 5489:2008, respectively.

In addition to harmonizing approval of pilot ladders and embarkation ladders with updated international standards, the policy letter provides updated guidance on embarking and disembarking of pilots.

Pilot Ladder Policy Letter 2021.04.08 – SignedDownload
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