3.6.1 After installation, the winch and the accommodation
ladder should be operationally tested to confirm proper operation
and condition of the winch and the ladder after the test.
3.6.2 The winch should be tested as a part of
the complete accommodation ladder unit through a minimum of two times
hoisting and lowering of the accommodation ladder in accordance with
the onboard test requirement specified in applicable international
standards such as ISO 7364:1983.
3.6.3 Every new accommodation ladder should be
subjected to a static load test of the specified maximum working load
upon installation.