SIST EN 526:2000

Inland navigation vessels - Gangway with a length not exceeding 8 m - Requirements, types

This standard applies to gangways on inland navigation vessels except those gangways intended for passengers. It specifies types, main dimensions and test conditions which have to be observed for safety reasons. A gangway serves as walkway between ship and shore.

Fahrzeuge der Binnenschiffahrt - Landstege bis 8 m Länge - Anforderungen, Bauarten

Diese Norm gilt für Landstege auf Fahrzeugen der Binnenschiffahrt mit Ausnahme der für Fahrgäste bestimmten Landstege. Sie legt Bauart, Hauptmasse und Prüfbedingungen fest, die aus sicherheitstechnischen Gründen eingehalten werden müssen. Landstege dienen als Verkehrsweg zwischen Bord und Land.

Bateaux de navigation intérieure - Passerelles d'embarquement d'une longueur qui ne dépasse pas 8 m - Exigences, types

La présente norme est applicable aux passerelles d'embarquement sur les bateaux de navigation intérieure à l'exception des passerelles d'embarquement destinées aux passagers. Elle spécifie les types, les dimensions principales et les conditions d'essai qui doivent être respectés pour des raisons de sécurité. Une passerelle d'embarquement sert d'accès du navire à terre et vice versa.

Inland navigation vessels - Gangway with a length not exceeding 8 m - Requirements, types

General Information

• Status: Published
• Publication Date: 30-Nov-2000
• ICS: 47.020.10 - Hulls and their structure elements
• ICS: 47.060 - Inland navigation vessels
• Technical Committee: SS SPL - Technical Board for the general field
• Current Stage: 6060 - National Implementation/Publication (Adopted Project)
• Start Date: 01-Dec-2000
• Due Date: 01-Dec-2000
• Completion Date: 01-Dec-2000
• Ref Project: EN 526:1993 - Inland navigation vessels - Gangway with a length not exceeding 8 m - Requirements, types

Relations

• Referred By: SIST EN 13551:2004 - Inland navigation vessels - Vocabulary
• Effective Date: 28-Jan-2026
• Referred By: SIST EN 13281:2023 - Inland navigation vessels - Safety requirements for walkways and working places
• Effective Date: 28-Jan-2026
• Referred By: SIST EN 14329:2004 - Inland navigation vessels - Installation of berths and loading areas
• Effective Date: 28-Jan-2026
• Referred By: SIST EN 14206:2025 - Inland navigation vessels - Gangways for passenger vessels - Requirements, tests
• Effective Date: 28-Jan-2026
• Referred By: SIST EN 13281:2000 - Inland navigation vessels - Safety requirements for walkways and working places
• Effective Date: 28-Jan-2026
• Referred By: SIST EN 14206:2004 - Inland navigation vessels - Gangways for passenger vessels - Requirements, tests
• Effective Date: 28-Jan-2026

Overview

SIST EN 526:2000 - Inland Navigation Vessels: Gangway with a Length Not Exceeding 8 m - Requirements, Types is a European standard developed by CEN that sets out the fundamental safety and design requirements for gangways used on inland navigation vessels. Excluding gangways primarily intended for passengers, this standard applies to gangways serving as walkways between the ship and the shore. It covers specifications such as types, main dimensions, and test conditions, all of which must be met to ensure safe and secure access for crew and personnel.

Key Topics

• Scope of Application:
  SIST EN 526:2000 is specifically focused on gangways not exceeding 8 meters in length used on inland navigation vessels (other than passenger gangways).

• Types and Requirements:
  The standard categorizes the various types of gangways suitable for this application and defines the main dimensional and structural requirements to ensure durability and safety.

• Safety Provisions:
  Critical safety aspects are addressed, including loading capacity, stability, and the robustness of construction materials.

• Test Conditions:
  The document outlines the necessary test procedures and conditions to verify compliance with the safety requirements defined in the standard.

• Exclusions:
  Gangways intended primarily for passenger embarkation on inland navigation vessels are not covered by SIST EN 526:2000.

Applications

SIST EN 526:2000 is highly practical for shipbuilders, vessel operators, equipment manufacturers, and regulatory authorities involved in the design, construction, inspection, and maintenance of gangways for inland navigation vessels. Optimizing safety for crew transfer, the standard is crucial in the following situations:

• Installation on Inland Vessels:
  Ensuring that all non-passenger gangways up to 8 meters in length comply with standardized safety dimensions and test conditions.

• Crew and Personnel Transfer:
  Facilitating safe movement between vessel and shore for operational staff, maintenance teams, and other non-passenger roles.

• Compliance and Inspection:
  Assisting shipyards and inspectors to verify vessel equipment meets harmonized European standards, supporting regulatory and insurance requirements.

• Manufacturing Reference:
  Providing manufacturers of gangway equipment with clear criteria for production and quality assurance, streamlining product design and reducing liability risks.

Related Standards

For comprehensive safety and compatibility in inland navigation vessels, the following standards may also be of interest:

• EN 1235 - Inland navigation vessels - Shipboard ladders
• EN 1502 - Inland navigation vessels - Main dimensions and types
• EN ISO 7061 - Shipbuilding - Aluminium alloy gangways for seagoing ships
• ISO 5488 - Shipbuilding - Accommodation ladders

Adhering to SIST EN 526:2000 ensures that gangways used on inland navigation vessels are safe, reliable, and built according to recognized European best practices. This improves operational safety, simplifies inspections, and helps organizations achieve compliance with relevant marine and occupational safety legislation.

Standards Content (Sample)

SLOVENSKI STANDARD
01-december-2000
Inland navigation vessels - Gangway with a length not exceeding 8 m -
Requirements, types
Inland navigation vessels - Gangway with a length not exceeding 8 m - Requirements,
types
Fahrzeuge der Binnenschiffahrt - Landstege bis 8 m Länge - Anforderungen, Bauarten
Bateaux de navigation intérieure - Passerelles d'embarquement d'une longueur qui ne
dépasse pas 8 m - Exigences, types
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: EN 526:1993
ICS:
47.020.10 Ladijski trupi in njihovi Hulls and their structure
konstrukcijski elementi elements
47.060 -H]HUVNDLQUHþQDSORYLOD Inland navigation vessels
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni
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