Documents comprising this British Standard. This specification for loads should be read in conjunction with the other Parts of BS 5400 which deal with the design, materials and workmanship of steel, concrete and composite bridges.
Loads and factors specified in this Part of BS 5400. This Part of BS 5400specifies nominal loads and their application, together with the partial factors, to be used in deriving design loads. The loads and load combinations specified $re for highway, railway and foot/cycle track bridges in the United Kingdom. here different loading regulations apply, modifications may be necessary.
Wind and temperature. Wind and temperature effects relate to conditions prevailing in the United Kingdom and Eire. If the requirements of this Part of BS 5400 are applied outside this area, relevant local data should be adopted.
