1.1 This specification covers fabrication details for fixed, vertical, steel ladders for personnel access on ships.

1.2 Nonferrous ladders and special-purpose ladders are excluded from this specification.

1.3 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded as the standard.

1.4 This standard may involve hazardous materials, operations, and equipment. This standard does not purport to address all of the safety problems associated with its use. It is the responsibility of whoever uses this standard to consult and establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.