PD CEN/TS 16635:2014

Defines the specific 'Design for PRM use' requirements applying to rolling stock on the Trans-European Network (TEN) covered by the TSI for PRM and the assessment of those requirements.

This Technical Specification describes the specific ‘Design for PRM use’ requirements applying to rolling stock on the Trans-European Network (TEN) covered by the TSI for PRM and the assessment of those requirements. Regarding this document, the following statements apply.

• The definitions and requirements describe specific aspects of ‘Design for PRM use’ required by persons with reduced mobility as defined in the TSI PRM.

• The definitions and requirements of this specification will be used for rolling stock applications.

• This specification only refers to aspects of accessibility for PRM passengers; it does not define general requirements and general definitions for specific components and systems.

• This specification assumes that the vehicle is in the nominal operating condition; any damage or operating failures will not be taken into account when assessing these requirements.

• Where minimum or maximum dimensions are quoted, these are absolute NOT nominal requirements.

Measurement methods and/or assessment procedures needed to establish a clear pass/fail assessment are provided where necessary.