Pilot ladder

Pilot ladder with crew member near the waterline

A pilot ladder is a rope ladder that is attached to a ship so that the ship's pilot or inspectors can get on and off the ship quickly and safely.

In contrast to the simple Jacob's ladder (rope ladder) , pilot ladders, if used commercially, are subject to specific design regulations to ensure safety. They are equipped with extra-long rungs about every 2 meters to prevent the ladder from twisting or swinging.

Individual evidence

1. ↑ Regulation (EEC) No. 1382/87 (PDF) laying down the details for the inspection of fishing vessels

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