scope:

This International Standard specifies requirements for aluminiumshore gangways. This International Standard applies to gangwaysdesigned to be carried on board ships, to provide a lightweight,convenient and safe means of access from ship to shore, for useprimarily by the ship?s crew. These gangways may also be used foraccess from ship to ship when conditions are favourable. ThisInternational Standard applies to gangways suitable for usehorizontally or inclined up to an angle of 30? from the horizontal.For angles of inclination less than 55?, special consideration ofthe design of steps and decking may be necessary. The gangways towhich this International Standard applies are not intended to carrywheeled traffic such as loaded trolleys. Users of thisInternational Standard, while observing its requirements, should,at the same time, ensure compliance with any statutoryrequirements, rules and regulations, applicable to the individualship concerned.