Ship Accommodation Ladder Operation And Maintenance The accommodation ladder is a one point access to ship’s deck for shore personal, cargo crew and seafarers. Just like any other deck equipment, the accommodation ladder is used in port, at sea, or in anchorage for getting pilot or crew onboard ship or vice-versa. Proper use of an accommodation ladder not only increase lifespan of ladder but also for safety of user, so it is very important to know how to rigging, hoisting, maintenence and operations.