NS EN 12312-8 : 2005 + A1 2009

Foreword
Introduction
1 Scope
2 Normative references
3 Terms and definitions
4 List of hazards
5 Safety requirements and/or measures
   5.1 General requirements
   5.2 Stair flight
   5.3 Platforms
   5.4 Guard rails
   5.5 Lifting devices
   5.6 Controls, monitoring devices and displays
   5.7 Auxiliary means for powered maintenance stairs and platforms
6 Information for use
   6.1 Marking
   6.2 Additional marking
   6.3 Warnings
   6.4 Instructions
7 Verification of requirements
Annex A (informative) Examples of typical maintenance stairs and
        platforms
Annex B (normative) List of hazards in addition to those of
        EN 1915-1
Annex ZA (informative) Relationship between this European
         Standard and the Essential Requirements of EU
         Directive 98/37/EC, amended by Directive 98/79/EC
Bibliography

Defines the technical requirements to minimise the hazards which can arise during the commissioning, operation and maintenance of maintenance stairs and platforms when carried out in accordance with the specifications given by the manufacturer or his authorised representative. It also takes into account some performance requirements recognised as essential by authorities, aircraft and ground support equipment (GSE) manufacturers as well as airlines and maintenance and handling agencies.