Pilot Boarding at Sea near San Francisco

Boarding a vessel at sea can be dangerous. By following simple rules, it can be done safely. This safety video shows you how to leave the launch boat and climb the ladder when boarding vessels at sea safely as well as boarding preparations, safety precautions and boarding under special conditions. The 3 types of boarding arrangements for pilot are also explained. Watch with sound on. Transfers are normally safe when everyone takes all the precautions. If you think it is unsafe, remember to...

‘It certainly hurts – using the integrated lifting sling on a life jacket.’

Risk Involved When Preparing Combination Ladder

Turkish Straits , Istanbul Strait , Maritime Pilot , www.turkishpilots.org.tr

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