1 Scope

This part of BS 6349 gives recommendations for the design of Ro-Ro linkspans, ramps and seaport passenger boarding bridges (SPBBs) used for the transfer of vehicles and foot passengers between shoreside facilities and a vessel.

This part of BS 6349 applies to the structural elements and integration of the mechanical systems only and does not cover the detailed design of any operational equipment, traffic control, mechanical or electrical, heating, lighting, lifesaving or rescue equipment. Geometrical aspects of fixed shore ramps are covered in this part of BS 6349.

This part of BS 6349 does not apply to rail-enabled linkspans used for loading and unloading rail carriages and wagons, as it does not give recommendations for railway loading and associated ramp gradients, etc. However, some recommendations are applicable to such facilities and can be used in the absence of other guidance.