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Brazil Pilots issue Common Errors in PTA’s notice

published on 26 November 2021 - 186 -

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Conapra / Praticagem do Brasil have issued a notice “Common Errors in the pilot boarding arrangement “. In this notice, reference is made to international regulations ( Solas V Reg 23, IMO 1045 and ISO 799 ) as well as national regulations.

The notice deals with the most common errors regarding pilot ladders, combination ladders, fendering and trapdoor arrangements. It can be downloaded here:

Download: COMMON-ERRORS-IN-THE-PILOT-BOARDING-ARRANGEMENT.pdf

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Brazilian Maritime Pilots' Association
Practicagem do Brasil

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