Guidelines for Health and Safety on Board Small Fishing Boats

Getting on and off a vessel is awkward. The vessel size and the tidal drop can sometimes make it difficult to use a gangway.

Sometimes crew have to step onto the vessel direct from the wharf side. It is important that embarking and disembarking is done in the safest manner.

Don’t take risks!

!   Action points

• Set mooring lines so vessel lays parallel to the wharf and doesn’t swing too much.
• Use a gangway when ever possible.
• Secure ladders or gangways to the vessel.
• Build permanent hand rails/ steps on side of vessel if practical.