What are the checks of Gangway and Accommodation Ladder?

GANGWAY: It is across the ship side

• Gangway not to be at an inclination of more than 30 Degree to the horizontal.
• Stanchions, rails, intermediate guides (fencing), lifelines to be properly rigged and free of damage.
• Safety net free of damage and properly rigged.
• Bottom platform horizontal to jetty.
• Gangway area properly illuminated.
• Lifebuoy with light and line, heaving line with rescue quoit available at access area.
• Gangway free of any obstruction or slippery substance.
• Gangway wires (free of damage) and all rollers moving freely.
• “No Smoking” and “No Unauthorized Persons” signs displayed.
• Fire wallet available at gangway.
• Gangway not to be unattended at any times.

ACCOMODATION LADDER: It is along the ship side

• Accommodation ladder not to be at an angle of inclination of more than 55 Degree to the horizontal.
• If freeboard is more than 9m pilot ladder must be use.
• It must be properly secured with the pilot ladder.
• Lifebuoy with light and line, heaving line with rescue quoit available at access area.