What is BS EN 16585-2 - Elements for sitting, standing, and moving for persons with reduced mobility (PRM) in railway applications about?
BS EN 16585 discusses the design for persons with reduced mobility (PRM) use railway applications. BS EN 16585-2 is the second part of a muti-part series that layout the specific ‘Design for PRM use’ requirements applying to both infrastructure and rolling stock and the assessment of those requirements. The following applies to this standard:
- The definitions and requirements describe specific aspects of ‘Design for PRM use’ required by persons with disabilities and persons with reduced mobility as defined in the PRM TSI
- BS EN 16585-2 defines elements that are universally valid for obstacle-free traveling including lighting, contrast, tactile feedback, the transmission of visual and acoustic information. The definitions and requirements of BS EN 16585-2 cover the infrastructure and rolling stock applications.
- BS EN 16585-2 only refers to aspects of accessibility for PRM passengers it does not define non-PRM related requirements and definitions
- BS EN 16585-2 assumes that the infrastructure or rolling stock is in its defined operating condition
- Where minimum or maximum dimensions are quoted these are absolute, not nominal requirements
BS EN 16585-2 guides on elements for sitting, standing, and moving for persons with reduced mobility (PRM) use.
Who is BS EN 16585-2 - Elements for sitting, standing, and moving for PRM in railway applications for?
BS EN 16585-2 on elements for sitting, standing, and moving for persons with reduced mobility (PRM) in railway vehicles is relevant to:
- Railway vehicle manufacturers
- Test centers
- Regulatory authorities
- Personnel authorities for PRM
Why should you use BS EN 16585-2 - Elements for sitting, standing, and moving for PRM in railway applications?
Elements for sitting, standing, and moving for persons with reduced mobility (PRM) use include crutches, walking frames (also called zimmer frames), rollators (walking frames on wheels), wheelchairs, etc. These mobility aids devices are designed to help people who have problems moving around enjoy greater freedom and independence.
BS EN 16585-2 guideline assists you with general requirements and assessments on seats, priority seats, wheelchair spaces, height changes, handrails, and wheelchair accessible sleeping accommodation for elements for sitting, standing, and moving for persons with reduced mobility (PRM) in railway vehicles.
This assists in standardizing the elements for sitting, standing, and moving for persons with reduced mobility (PRM) in railway vehicles and ensures the safety of passengers while traveling.
