Second Edition of the BTA Guide to Rope Selection, Procurement & Usage
Polestar Publishing is proud to have published the second and revised version of the highly respected first edition of the Rope Guide. This edition provides updated structure and incorporates learnings around the proper selection and management of towlines used. It recommends operators to consider the towline as part of a system, rather than as an individual component, to better identify and manage the challenges that arise from the interaction between different elements of the towing arrangement.
The Second Edition expands coverage of through‑life management, including installation, inspection, traceability, maintenance, testing, and retirement. Guidance on certification, record‑keeping, and gog systems has been extended to promote consistency and support sound operational decision‑making across differing towage practices.
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