Statutory Documents - MCA Publications - LY3 - The Large Commercial Yacht Code - 24 Shore-Ship Transfer of Personnel - 24.4 Gangways, Passerelles, and Accommodation Ladders
24.4 Gangways, Passerelles, and Accommodation Ladders
24.4.1 A safe means of access is to be provided at all times when in port, either deployed or available for deployment. If the safe means of access is not deployed, there shall be a means provided for communication between those on the quay and those onboard.
24.4.2 When provided, gangways, passerelles, and accommodation ladders should be manufactured to a recognised national or international standard, and be clearly marked with the manufacturer's name, the model number, the maximum design angle of use and the maximum safe loading (by number of persons and by total weight). Side screens or handrail(s) should be provided on both sides.
24.4.3 Where gangways, passerelles or ladders do not comply with national or international standards, a manufacturer's test load certificate should be provided. Alternatively practical tests may be carried out to the satisfaction of the Administration. In all cases the maximum design angle, maximum number of persons, and the maximum total weight should be clearly marked, and are to be used in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
24.4.4 Accommodation ladders should be provided on a vessel of 120 metres in length and over.
24.4.5 Access equipment and immediate approaches to it should be adequately illuminated.
24.4.6 Reference standards include:
BSMA 78:1978 - Gangways (excluding the maximum overall widths specified in table 2); and
BSMA 89:1980 - Accommodation Ladders.
ISO 7061:1993 -Shipbuilding - Aluminium shore gangways for seagoing vessels
ISO 5488:1979 - Shipbuilding - Accommodation ladders
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