ISO 5488:2015
(Main)Ships and marine technology - Accommodation ladders
Ships and marine technology - Accommodation ladders
ISO 5488:2015 specifies requirements and the method of test for accommodation ladders used on merchant ships (excluding passenger ships) to enable crew and pilots to embark and disembark safely. ISO 5488:2015 is applicable to the design, manufacturing and testing of accommodation ladders as well as accommodation ladder used specifically in combination with pilot ladder (hereinafter referred as "pilot accommodation ladder").
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ISO 5488:2015 - Ships and marine technology - Accommodation ladders - specifies safety, design, manufacturing and testing requirements for accommodation ladders used on merchant ships (excluding passenger ships). The standard also covers accommodation ladders used in combination with pilot ladders (referred to as pilot accommodation ladders) and sets minimum dimensions, structural loads, material and surface treatment, testing, inspection and marking requirements to enable safe embarkation and disembarkation of crew and pilots.
Key topics and technical requirements
The standard addresses both functional design and verification. Key technical points include:
- Types covered: revolving-platform ladders, fixed-platform ladders, single-, multi- and telescopic constructions.
- Dimensions:
- Effective walking width: 600 mm.
- Nominal length ranges: 3.6 m to 18 m in 0.6 m steps; above 18 m in 0.7 m increments.
- Step spacing: 300–350 mm (300 mm for ≤18 m nominal length).
- Handrail height: ≥ 1 000 mm (two handrails evenly spaced).
- Distance between stanchions: ≤ 1 500 mm.
- Angles of use:
- Designed for safe horizontal use; safe operation up to 55° from horizontal.
- Pilot accommodation ladders: safe operation up to 45° (per IMO A.1045(27)).
- Design and loadings:
- Steps: uniform load 735 N per step; individual steps must withstand a central point load of 735 N.
- Pilot ladders: additional requirement of 1 470 N on two intermediate steps simultaneously.
- Access/intermediate platforms: 4 000 N/m² uniform loading.
- Handrails: side loading 500 N/m without permanent deformation.
- Safety factor: 2× yield point for steel and 2× 0.2% proof stress for aluminium.
- Materials & surface:
- Recommended materials: structural steel (e.g., Fe360B) or aluminium alloys (e.g., AW‑Al Mg5, AW‑Al MgSi).
- Steel: anti‑corrosion treatment; aluminium: anodic oxidation; measures to prevent galvanic corrosion.
- Manufacture, testing and inspection:
- Prototype testing, inspection and marking requirements are specified (including strength of pivots, suspension points and anti‑twist ladder frames).
Applications and who uses it
ISO 5488 is essential for:
- Shipowners and shipyards specifying accommodation ladder design and acceptance criteria.
- Marine equipment manufacturers and designers producing accommodation and pilot accommodation ladders.
- Classification societies, port authorities, ship operators, marine inspectors and procurement teams verifying compliance and safe transfer arrangements.
- Safety managers and crew responsible for maintenance and safe use of access systems.
Related standards
Normative references include ISO 209, ISO 630-1, ISO 2408 and IMO Resolution A.1045(27) - useful for material properties, wire‑rope requirements and pilot transfer arrangements.
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INTERNATIONAL ISO
STANDARD 5488
Second edition
2015-12-15
Ships and marine technology —
Accommodation ladders
Navires et technologie maritime — Échelles de coupée
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ISO 2015
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Contents Page
Foreword .iv
1 Scope . 1
2 Normative references . 1
3 Types . 1
3.1 Revolving-platform ladder . 1
3.2 Fixed-platform ladder . 1
4 Definitions . 2
4.1 Nominal length, L .
1 2
4.2 Design length, L .
2 3
4.3 Width, b .3
4.4 Handrail height, a .3
5 Dimensions . 4
5.1 Nominal length, L .
1 4
5.2 Width, b .4
5.3 Distance between steps . 4
5.4 Handrail height, a .4
5.5 Distance between stanchions . 4
6 Manufacture . 4
6.1 Design . 4
6.1.1 Minimum angle of use . 4
6.1.2 Maximum angle of use . 4
6.1.3 Design loading . 5
6.1.4 Step design . 5
6.1.5 Design loading for access and intermediate platforms . 5
6.1.6 Design loading for handrail . 5
6.1.7 Support points . 5
6.1.8 Strength and design of the ladder frame . 5
6.1.9 Safety factor . 5
6.2 Materials . 5
6.3 Surface requirements . 6
7 Quality or manufacture . 6
8 Testing . 6
8.1 Procedure . 6
8.2 Measure . 6
9 Inspection . 7
10 Marking . 7
Bibliography . 8
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INTERNATIONAL STANDARD ISO 5488:2015(E)
Ships and marine technology — Accommodation ladders
1 Scope
This International Standard specifies requirements and the method of test for accommodation
ladders used on merchant ships (excluding passenger ships) to enable crew and pilots to embark and
disembark safely.
This International Standard is applicable to the design, manufacturing and testing of accommodation
ladders as well as accommodation ladder used specifically in combination with pilot ladder (hereinafter
referred as “pilot accommodation ladder”).
2 Normative references
...
Frequently Asked Questions
ISO 5488:2015 is a standard published by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO). Its full title is "Ships and marine technology - Accommodation ladders". This standard covers: ISO 5488:2015 specifies requirements and the method of test for accommodation ladders used on merchant ships (excluding passenger ships) to enable crew and pilots to embark and disembark safely. ISO 5488:2015 is applicable to the design, manufacturing and testing of accommodation ladders as well as accommodation ladder used specifically in combination with pilot ladder (hereinafter referred as "pilot accommodation ladder").
ISO 5488:2015 specifies requirements and the method of test for accommodation ladders used on merchant ships (excluding passenger ships) to enable crew and pilots to embark and disembark safely. ISO 5488:2015 is applicable to the design, manufacturing and testing of accommodation ladders as well as accommodation ladder used specifically in combination with pilot ladder (hereinafter referred as "pilot accommodation ladder").
ISO 5488:2015 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 47.020.50 - Deck equipment and installations. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
ISO 5488:2015 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to ISO 5488:1979. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.
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기사 제목: ISO 5488:2015 - 선박 및 해양 기술 - 숙소 계단 기사 내용: ISO 5488:2015는 상선(승객선 제외)에서 선원 및 조종사들이 안전하게 기차하고 내리는 데 사용되는 숙소 계단에 대한 요구 사항과 시험 방법을 명시합니다. ISO 5488:2015는 숙소 계단의 설계, 제조 및 시험뿐만 아니라 파일럿 계단과 특별히 함께 사용되는 숙소 계단(이하 "파일럿 숙소 계단"이라 함)에도 적용됩니다.
ISO 5488:2015 is a standard that outlines the requirements and testing methods for accommodation ladders used on merchant ships. This standard ensures the safety of crew members and pilots when embarking and disembarking from the ship. It applies to the design, manufacturing, and testing of accommodation ladders, including those used in combination with pilot ladders. Passenger ships are not included in this standard.
記事タイトル：ISO 5488:2015 - 船舶と海洋技術-宿泊梯子 記事内容：ISO 5488:2015は、商船（旅客船を除く）で乗組員やパイロットが安全に乗り降りするために使用される宿泊梯子の要件と試験方法を指定しています。 ISO 5488:2015は、宿泊梯子の設計、製造、試験、およびパイロット梯子と組み合わせて使用される宿泊梯子（以下「パイロット宿泊梯子」と呼ぶ）に適用されます。
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