We have them but we don't use them in all circumstances. We also have JLG
buckets on lifts, spider buckets, manlifts, and a lot of things you can't
find readily on small boats. Myself I prefer the venrable Swiss Seat and a
double bowline. Easy to use, safe, secure, and I trust my own rig. But on
the ship's we use what they tell us to, for CFR and insurances purposes I'm
sure and I haven't found a lot of fault with the equipment. Back to small
boats. The latest thing in NW yachting circles, finally and long overdue,
is a direct crossover from technical climbing gear. I've seen it in three
or four sail and rigging lofts in the last few weeks. Used to be you had to
go to REI to find the equipment.

M.


"Joe" wrote in message
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"Michael" wrote


Stay away from the belt only kind for deck or going aloft purposes.
These
are banned from commercial ships anymore. Sudden falls to tether end
save
the sailor from going over but damage the spinal cord severely.


Yes they do, But you would think a professional mariner like you would
mention the use of a dyna brake.


Joe
MSV RedCloud




When choosing your gear keep this in mind. No one is going to show up
in a
few minutes when you are way out there. What you have with you is all
you
have. Tools not Toys. And those who choose to use none of the above
won't
be out to help you either.

M.