In one of the ports, an accommodation ladder broke and fell onto the pier. The reason was a cable break when the ladder was being pulled out of a fixed position
No one was hurt, the terminal was not damaged, no complaints were received
❗️But such cases are a direct signal: do not neglect checks
Before installing the ladder, check:
🟦 Condition of the cables (wear, corrosion)
🟦 Blocks and pulleys
🟦 Fastening to the deck
🟦 Clamps and handrails
🟦 Lower platform support
🔧 All checks must be reflected in the PMS. Do not forget about the Load Test, regular inspection and entries in the log.
A ladder is not a small thing. It is a heavy structure under load. One broken rope – and reputation flies after the metal in a minute
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