Found on YouTube. Created by "Marine Pilot's POV". Originally published on 2025-06-18.
This lady came into port in an excellent day, however when I inspected the pilot ladder prior to board I saw that it was rigged using D-Shackles fastened between the side ropes, transferring all the weight and load of the ladder to the clamps and chokes. Truly an unsuitable method of securing the ladder. Retrieval line was also not above the first spreader
After pulling out the pilot boat, the ship was contacted by VHF and the captain was asked to instruct the crew in the usage of ropes and rolling hitch knots: The only proper method.
5 minutes later the problem was solved and the boarding operation was carried out safely, however the near-miss was reported.
For more information about this issue visit https://www.pilotladdersafety.com/securing-the-pilot-ladder/
