Following a number of crew injury claims, Steamship Mutual P&I Club released a Risk Alert focusing on the use of portable ladders.
Although ladders are in common use both ashore and on ships, investigations into the causes of these accidents show the risks associated with their use at sea are often not fully appreciated.
Do- Carry out a risk assessment and toolbox talk before starting the job.
- Review your company’s Safety Management System for guidance on working at height.
- Check the ladder is...