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Auxiliary Equipment Operation
BOARDING LADDER-TYPICAL
When using the bow or stern ladder open the hatch and
slide the ladder out to the end of the travel. en ip the
ladder over and let it down gently. Make sure you keep
your hands and ngers clear of any moving ladder parts
especially the hinged top.
When not using ladders be sure to keep the ladder cover
over the ladder to prevent tripping and falling accidents.
TO AVOID BODILY INJURY
TURN THE ENGINE OFF
AND REMOVE THE IGNITION KEYS
WHILE PEOPLE ARE SWIMMING
NEAR THE VESSEL AND/OR USING THE
BOW OR STERN LADDERS.
Insist that only one person use the ladder at a time. When
nished with the ladder ip up the lower section of the
ladder and slide the ladder assembly in as far as possible.
Lower the berglass ladder cover to secure it.
Periodically check the ladder hardware for tightness
and corrosion. Replace fasteners and lubricate hinges
as needed.
Read and understand all warning and information labels
found in the vicinity of the ladder or the ladder cover.
Keep Body Parts Away From Rotating Rails
Propeller Warning Label
Under Swim Platform Ladder
Bow Ladder
When entering the vessel from the swim platform be
sure to utilize the hand hold provided for safer boarding.
Make sure the vessel operator provides passengers
directions on using both the bow and stern ladders.