In this episode, we are joined by Arie Palmers, a maritime pilot with over 16 years of experience. Arie provides an in-depth overview of the safety and challenges faced daily by maritime pilots. Check out Arie’s LinkedIn profile for access to the "Weekly Ladder Misery", where you’ll find golden insights into the safe practices that maritime pilots should follow. We’ll cover crucial topics such as: 1️⃣ Challenges and dangers of being a maritime pilot 2️⃣ Understanding good practices for boarding a merchant vessel using a ladder 3️⃣ How to identify and assess the safe condition of a ladder 4️⃣ Using a helicopter for boarding operations 5️⃣ Man overboard protocols and best practices 6️⃣ The impact of weather conditions on safety