Pilot Ladders

Also known as Jacobs Ladders or Embarkation or Debarkation Ladders.

The boarding ladder rule states if freeboard > 4 ft, a ladder must be provided to facilitate safe boarding by authorized officers/observers.

DJM I & DJM II PILOT LADDER

To the left is an example of a 24' DJM II Pilot Ladder manufactured by A.L. Don.

12-1/4 inch step spacing
The A. L. Don Pilot Ladder replaces the obsolete old style “Jacob’s and Chain Suspension Ladder”.
DJM I Ladder has non-skid steps/spreaders of hardwood except for the bottom 4 steps that are synthetic.
DJM II ladder has all non-skid synthetic steps/spreaders made from Dupont® high impact strength surlyn HP.
All U. S. C. G ladders are designed for quick step replacement with no special tools
Standard lanyards are 10 feet in accordance with CFR specifications. Other lengths available.

Optional Carry/Storage bag: