SIST EN 13574:2002
(Main)Inland navigation vessels - Permanently installed climbing devices with a length not exceeding 5 m
Inland navigation vessels - Permanently installed climbing devices with a length not exceeding 5 m
This Standard specifies the requirements for the design and construction of permanently installed vertical climbing devices made of steel with a length not exceeding 5 m, used on inland navigation vessels.
For the purposes of this standard the term permanently installed climbing devices covers ladders, step irons, dog step ladders and integral treads including handholds.
This European Standard does not apply to stairs. These are covered by EN 790 and EN 13056.
Fahrzeuge der Binnenschiffahrt - Festverlegte Steigvorrichtungen bis 5 m Länge
Diese Norm legt Anforderungen an die Ausführung von festverlegten senkrechten Steigvorrichtungen aus Stahl bis 5 m Länge auf Fahrzeugen der Binnenschifffahrt fest.
Als festverlegte Steigvorrichtungen im Sinne dieser Norm gelten Steigleitern, Steigeisengänge, Sprossengänge sowie integrierte Aufstiege inklusive Haltegriffe.
Diese Norm gilt nicht für Treppen. Für diese gelten die Normen EN 790 sowie EN 13056.
Bateaux de navigation intérieure - Dispositifs de montée fixés a demeure d'une longueur qui ne dépasse pas 5 m
Inland navigation vessels - Permanently installed climbing devices with a length not exceeding 5 m
General Information
- Status
- Published
- Publication Date
- 31-Dec-2001
- Technical Committee
- SS SPL - Technical Board for the general field
- Current Stage
- 6060 - National Implementation/Publication (Adopted Project)
- Start Date
- 01-Jan-2002
- Due Date
- 01-Jan-2002
- Completion Date
- 01-Jan-2002
Relations
- Refers
SIST EN 29519:2000 - Shipbuilding and marine structures - Rungs for dog-step ladders (ISO 9519:1990) - Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- 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
- 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 14504:2009 - Inland navigation vessels - Floating landing stages - Requirements, tests - Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- 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
Overview
SIST EN 13574:2002 sets forth the essential requirements for the design and construction of permanently installed vertical climbing devices for inland navigation vessels. This European standard addresses climbing equipment made of steel with a maximum length of 5 meters, ensuring reliable access and safety for crew and operators aboard vessels navigating inland waterways.
The scope includes ladders, step irons, dog-step ladders, and integrated treads with handholds, all of which must be permanently fixed to vessels. Importantly, this standard does not cover stairs, which are addressed separately in EN 790 and EN 13056. Adherence to SIST EN 13574:2002 is critical for meeting both safety standards and regulatory expectations for vessel equipment in the European inland shipping sector.
Key Topics
SIST EN 13574:2002 encompasses several central aspects of climbing device standardization, with a strong focus on safety, material selection, and construction:
- Types of Climbing Devices: The standard distinguishes between ladders, step irons, dog-step ladders, integrated treads, and cross-overs for coupled vessels.
- Safety Requirements: Ensures protection against injury and unsafe foothold, specifying uniform spacing and safe transitions.
- Materials and Strength: Stipulates the use of quality steel (in line with ISO 630 Fe 360 minimum) and robust construction to withstand specified loading forces.
- Design Consistency: All treads, rungs, and handholds must have consistent spacing and dimensions, minimizing tripping and slipping hazards.
- Handholds: Clear requirements for handholds to aid safe boarding and disembarking, including specifications for dimensions and allowable alternatives.
- Installation: Devices must be designed for secure, permanent installation, attached robustly to vessel structures to prevent detachment or obstruction.
- Designation and Ordering: Provides a standardized method for referencing and ordering climbing device types as outlined in the standard.
Applications
SIST EN 13574:2002 is directly applicable across the European inland navigation fleet and benefits multiple stakeholders:
- Vessel Owners and Operators: Ensures operational safety and compliance, reducing risk of accidents and meeting regulatory demands.
- Shipbuilders and Marine Engineers: Provides clear technical guidance for the design and installation of compliant climbing devices during construction or refitting.
- Safety Inspectors and Auditors: Offers a standardized benchmark for assessing crew access equipment during inspections.
- Product Manufacturers: Supports the development and certification of climbing devices intended for installation on inland navigation vessels.
By following this standard, the risk of falls and injuries aboard inland waterway ships is minimized, improving the safety and reliability of vessel operations.
Related Standards
For comprehensive implementation and compliance, these related standards should be considered:
- EN 790: Inland navigation vessels - Stairs with inclination angles of 45° to 60° - Requirements and types.
- EN 13056: Inland navigation vessels - Stairs with inclination angles of 30° to less than 45° - Requirements and types.
- ISO 630: Structural steels - Minimum requirements for steel components used in climbing devices.
- EN 29519: Shipbuilding and marine structures - Rungs for dog-step ladders.
- ISO 1035 Series: Standards covering dimensions for steel bars used in rungs, spars, and handholds.
- ENV 10220: Seamless and welded tubes - Dimensions used for steel tube handholds.
Adopting SIST EN 13574:2002 in conjunction with these standards promotes best practices in safety and construction for inland vessel climbing devices, aligning with European and international marine safety frameworks.
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Frequently Asked Questions
SIST EN 13574:2002 is a standard published by the Slovenian Institute for Standardization (SIST). Its full title is "Inland navigation vessels - Permanently installed climbing devices with a length not exceeding 5 m". This standard covers: This Standard specifies the requirements for the design and construction of permanently installed vertical climbing devices made of steel with a length not exceeding 5 m, used on inland navigation vessels. For the purposes of this standard the term permanently installed climbing devices covers ladders, step irons, dog step ladders and integral treads including handholds. This European Standard does not apply to stairs. These are covered by EN 790 and EN 13056.
This Standard specifies the requirements for the design and construction of permanently installed vertical climbing devices made of steel with a length not exceeding 5 m, used on inland navigation vessels. For the purposes of this standard the term permanently installed climbing devices covers ladders, step irons, dog step ladders and integral treads including handholds. This European Standard does not apply to stairs. These are covered by EN 790 and EN 13056.
SIST EN 13574:2002 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 47.020.50 - Deck equipment and installations; 47.060 - Inland navigation vessels. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
SIST EN 13574:2002 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to SIST EN 29519:2000, SIST EN 12629-4:2001, SIST EN 22768-1:2000, SIST EN 12629-3:2004, SIST EN 12629-2:2004, SIST ENV 10220:1997, SIST EN 14042:2003, SIST EN 13281:2000, SIST EN 14504:2024, SIST EN 14329:2004, SIST EN 14504:2009, SIST EN 14504:2019, SIST EN 13551:2004, SIST EN 13573:2009, SIST EN 13281:2023. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.
SIST EN 13574:2002 is available in PDF format for immediate download after purchase. The document can be added to your cart and obtained through the secure checkout process. Digital delivery ensures instant access to the complete standard document.
Standards Content (Sample)
SLOVENSKI STANDARD
01-januar-2002
Inland navigation vessels - Permanently installed climbing devices with a length
not exceeding 5 m
Inland navigation vessels - Permanently installed climbing devices with a length not
exceeding 5 m
Fahrzeuge der Binnenschiffahrt - Festverlegte Steigvorrichtungen bis 5 m Länge
Bateaux de navigation intérieure - Dispositifs de montée fixés a demeure d'une longueur
qui ne dépasse pas 5 m
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: EN 13574:2001
ICS:
47.020.50 Palubna oprema ter naprave Deck equipment and
installations
47.060 -H]HUVNDLQUHþQDSORYLOD Inland navigation vessels
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.
EUROPEAN STANDARD
EN 13574
NORME EUROPÉENNE
EUROPÄISCHE NORM
July 2001
ICS 47.020.50; 47.060
English version
Inland navigation vessels - Permanently installed climbing
devices with a length not exceeding 5 m
Bateaux de navigation intérieure - Dispositifs de montée Fahrzeuge der Binnenschiffahrt - Festverlegte
fixés à demeure d'une longueur qui ne dépasse pas 5 m Steigvorrichtungen bis 5 m Länge
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Contents
Foreword . 3
1 Scope. 4
2 Normative references. 4
3 Terms and definitions . 4
4 Safety requirements. 5
4.1 General . 5
4.2 Ladders. 6
4.3 Step irons . 7
4.4 Dog-step ladder. 8
4.5 Integrated treads . 9
4.6 Cross-over for coupled vessels. 9
4.7 Spars. 9
4.8 Rungs. 9
4.9 Rungs for walls. 9
4.10 Handhold . 10
4.11 Strength . 10
5 Material . 10
5.1 General . 10
5.2 Semi-finished products. 10
5.3 Steel quality. 10
6 Designation. 10
Bibliography. 12
Foreword
This European Standard has been prepared by CEN /TC 15, "Inland navigation vessels", the Secretariat of which is
held by DIN.
This European Standard shall be given the status of a national standard either by publication of an identical text or
by endorsement, at the latest by January 2002, and conflicting national standards have to be withdrawn at the
latest by January 2002.
The standard specifies requirements for permanently installed climbing devices with a length not exceeding 5 m
within the meaning of Council Directive 82/714/EEC of 4 October 1982 laying down technical requirements for
inland waterway vessels.
This Standard contains bibliographical references.
According to the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations, the national standards organizations of the following
countries are bound to implement this document: Austria, Belgium, the Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, France,
Germany, Greece, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland
and the United Kingdom.
1 Scope
This Standard specifies the requirements for the design and construction of permanently installed vertical climbing
devices made of steel with a length not exceeding 5 m, used on inland navigation vessels.
For the purposes of this standard the term permanently installed climbing devices covers ladders, step irons, dog
step ladders and integral treads including handholds.
This European Standard does not apply to stairs. These are covered by EN 790 and EN 13056.
2 Normative references
This European Standard incorporates by dated or undated reference, provision
...