Pushpit

A rigid guardrail structure around part of a vessel’s stern.

The pushpit normally connects with side guardrails or lifelines and may incorporate gates. It can support lights, antennas, a lifebuoy, solar panels or other equipment only where its design and attachments are suitable for the resulting static and dynamic loads.

Bases, backing, welds, fasteners, gates and corrosion require inspection. It should not be assumed to be a towing, lifting, mooring or tether strong point, and added equipment must not obstruct emergency access or overload the structure.