ABSTRACT
Abstract This paper outline s the function s of bearings an d review s types o f bearings. Bearing related fault s are given, bot h those independen t o f the type of bearing an d thos e associated wit h specifi c type s of bearing. Access problem s are given an d th e effects o f bridge deck continuit y ar e discussed. Keywords: Bearin g Functions , Bearing Types, Bearin g Faults, Access, Continuity .
