24                     SHORE-SHIP TRANSFER OF PERSONNEL

24.1                  Tenders (Dinghies)

24.1.1               When a vessel carries a rigid or inflatable tender, it should be fit for its intended use, regularly inspected by the owner/managing agent, and maintained in a safe condition

24.1.2               Safety equipment should be provided in the tender as appropriate to its intended range and areas of operation.

24.1.3               Each tender should be clearly marked with the number of persons (mass 75 kg) that it can safely carry, and the name of the parent vessel.

24.1.4               In the case of petrol-engined tenders, see section 14 for the safety requirements for the carriage of petrol.

24.2                  Helicopter

24.2.1               When provision is made for helicopter operations to/from the vessel, the arrangements should comply with SOLAS II-2/18. (Currently refers to IMO Resolution A.855(20)). Attention is also drawn to the International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO) Annex 14 of the Convention on International Civil Aviation, Volume 2 'Heliports'.

24.2.2               If it is proposed to provide refuelling facilities for a helicopter whilst it is onboard the vessel, approval should be sought from the Administration.  

24.3                  Pilot for Vessel

           Boarding arrangements provided for pilots should have due regard for SOLAS Chapter V, Regulation 23 and IMO Resolution A.889 (21) "Pilot transfer arrangements", International Maritime Pilots' Association (IMPA) recommendations, or any documents replacing them. Also see National Annex for any national requirements.

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 on board.  

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 and 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.

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 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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