ANNEXU.K.TRANS-EUROPEAN CONVENTIONAL AND HIGH-SPEED RAIL SYSTEMTECHNICAL SPECIFICATION FOR INTEROPERABILITYScope: Subsystems Infrastructure and Rolling StockAspect: Accessibility for Persons with Reduced Mobility
7.IMPLEMENTATION OF THE PRM TSIU.K.
This chapter indicates the strategy for implementing the TSI. In particular, it is necessary to specify the stages to be completed in order to make a gradual transition from the existing situation to the final situation in which compliance with the TSI shall be the norm. This chapter is based on the need to co-ordinate the implementation of the TSI primarily for technical or operational reasons, but it takes due account of the cost-benefit analysis in conformity with the relevant provisions of the Directive. In addition, account shall be taken of the fact that implementation of a TSI occasionally has to be co-ordinated with the implementation of other TSIs.
The implementation of the TSIs shall take into consideration the overall migration of the conventional and high speed rail network towards full interoperability.
In order to support this migration, the TSIs allow for staged, gradual application and co-ordinated implementation with other TSIs.
7.1.Application of this TSI to new Infrastructure/Rolling StockU.K.
7.1.1.InfrastructureU.K.
Infrastructure aspects of chapters 2 to 6 of this TSI and any specific provisions below apply in full to new Infrastructure being placed into service.
This clause of the TSI does not apply to new Infrastructure being subject to a contract already signed or under final phase of tendering procedure at the date of entry into force of this TSI.
The Infrastructure Manager or the Railway Undertaking or the Station Manager, in charge of a railway station, shall organise consultation with the entities in charge of the management of the neighbourhood in all cases of new construction of the station or of the neighbourhood, in order to enable the accessibility requirements to be met not only in the station, but also for access to the station.
7.1.2.Rolling StockU.K.
7.1.2.1.GeneralU.K.
Rolling Stock aspects of chapters 2 to 6 of this TSI and any specific provisions below apply in full to new Rolling Stock being placed into service.
This TSI does not apply to new Rolling Stock being subject to a contract already signed or under final phase of tendering procedure at the date of entry into force of this TSI.
7.1.2.2.Newly built Rolling Stock of new designU.K.
7.1.2.2.1.DefinitionsU.K.
For the purpose of this section 7.1.1 and of section 7.1.2.1:
Phase A period is the period starting when a Notified Body is appointed and provided with a description of the Rolling Stock intended to be developed and built or acquired.
Phase B period is the period starting when a type or design examination certificate of ‘EC’ verification is issued by a Notified Body, and ending when type or design examination certificate of ‘EC’ verification ceases to be valid.
7.1.2.2.2.GeneralU.K.
The type or design examination certificate of ‘EC’ verification for subsystem and/or
type or design examination certificateof conformity and/or suitability for use for Interoperability constituents
are permitted to be requested by any applicant as defined in clauses 6.2.1 and 6.1.1 respectively.
The applicant shall announce its intent for development and assessment of new Rolling Stock and/or IC to the Notified Body chosen in accordance with Chapter 6 of this TSI. Together with this announcement, the applicant shall provide a description of the Rolling Stock or of the IC it intends to develop and build or acquire.
7.1.2.2.3.Phase AU.K.
Following the date of appointment of the notified body, the certification basis to the currently valid TSI at the date of the appointment for the specified Rolling Stock shall be fixed for a seven year phase A period, except in case of use of article 19 of Directive 96/48/EC as modified by Directive 2004/50/EC.
When a revised version, including this one, of the TSI comes into force during the phase A period it is permissible to use the revised version, either totally or for discrete sections, if both the applicant and the notified body agree to do so. These arrangements shall be documented.
After a positive assessment, the Notified Body shall issue the type or design examination certificate of ‘EC’ verification for the subsystem or the type or design examination certificateof conformity and/or suitability for use for the interoperability constituent.
7.1.2.2.4.Phase BU.K.
Subsystem requirements
This type or design examination certificate for the subsystem is valid for a seven year phase B period even if a new TSI comes into force except in case of use of article 19 of Directive 96/48/EC as modified by Directive 2004/50/EC. During this time, Rolling Stock of the same type is permitted to be placed into service without a new type assessment.
Before the end of the seven year phase B period, Rolling Stock shall be assessed according to the TSI in force at that time for those requirements that have changed or are new in comparison to the certification basis.
If a derogation is requested and accepted, the existing type or design examination certificate of ‘EC’ verification remains valid for another three year phase B period. Before the end of the three years the same process of assessment and application for derogation is permitted to take place again.
If the design of the subsystem is compliant the type or design examination certificate of ‘EC’ verification shall remain valid for a further seven year phase B period.
In the event that no new TSI comes into force before the end of the phase B period, assessment of the Rolling Stock is not required and the relevant certification shall remain in force for a further seven year phase B period.
Interoperability constituent requirement
The type or design examination or suitability for use certificate is valid for a five year phase B period even if a new TSI comes into force except in case of use of article 19 of Directive 96/48/EC as modified by Directive 2004/50/EC. During this time, new constituents of the same type are permitted to be placed into service without an assessment.
Before the end of the five-year phase B period, constituent shall be assessed according to the TSI in force at that time for those requirements that have changed or are new in comparison to the certification basis.
7.1.2.3.Rolling Stock of an existing designU.K.
Rolling stock, whose design is not certified in accordance with the TSIs shall be subject to the conditions described in section 7.5.2
7.1.2.4.Transitional PeriodU.K.
Member States may not apply the TSI for a transitional period, which will last until 1st January 2010. This allowance is restricted to the case of:
contracts already signed or under the final phase of the tendering procedure at the date of entry into force of this TSI, and options to these contracts to purchase additional vehicles, or
contracts for purchasing new rolling stock of an existing design type signed during this transitional period
7.2.TSI RevisionU.K.
In conformity with article 6(3) of Directive 2001/16/EC as modified by Directive 2004/50/EC, the Agency shall be responsible for preparing the review and updating of TSIs and making appropriate recommendations to the Committee referred to in Article 21 of this directive in order to take account of developments in technology or social requirements. In addition, the progressive adoption and revision of other TSIs may also impact this TSI. Proposed changes to this TSI shall be subject to rigorous review and updated TSIs will be published on an indicative periodic basis of 3 years.
The Agency shall be notified of any innovative solutions under consideration in order to determine its future inclusion within the TSI.
7.3.Application of this TSI to existing Infrastructure/Rolling StockU.K.
With regard to existing Infrastructure and Rolling Stock, this TSI applies to components that are renewed or upgraded in accordance with the conditions laid down in Article 14(3) of the Directive.
7.3.1.InfrastructureU.K.
Existing Infrastructure is Infrastructure that is in service at the date of entry when this TSI comes into force.
The TSI does not apply to existing Infrastructure until it is renewed or upgraded.
This TSI does not apply to Infrastructure being renewed or upgraded under the terms of a contract already signed, or under final phase of tendering procedure, at the date of entry into force of this TSI.
The Infrastructure Manager or the Railway Undertaking or the Station Manager, in charge of a railway station, shall organise consultation with the entities in charge of the management of the neighbourhood in all cases of upgrade or renewal of the station or of the neighbourhood, in order to enable the accessibility requirements to be met not only in the station, but also for access to the station.
When renewed or upgraded, existing stations that have a daily passenger flow of 1 000 passengers or less, combined embarking and disembarking, averaged over a 12 month period are not required to have lifts or ramps where these would otherwise be necessary to achieve full compliance with this clause if another station within 50 km on the same route provides a fully compliant obstacle-free route. In such circumstances the design of stations shall incorporate provision for the future installation of a lift and/or ramps to make the station accessible to all categories of PRM.
7.3.1.1.GeneralU.K.
Where items are renewed or upgraded, they shall comply with the requirements of this TSI, with the following exceptions:
Where Infrastructure upgrade or renewal work affects aspects of the Infrastructure governed by any clause of this PRM TSI, it shall be reassessed in accordance with that requirement within this TSI, subject to the following conditions:
Compliance with the content of this TSI is not mandatory if the work that would be necessary to achieve compliance requires structural alterations to any load bearing element.
Systems and components that are not included in the scope of a particular upgrade or renewal programme do not have to be made compliant at the time of such a programme.
In the event that Infrastructure is re-assessed against any other TSI as a result of renewal or upgrading works, it shall only require re-assessment against this TSI in respect of those systems and components directly affected by the works.
There shall be two kinds of Infrastructure blocks
Station buildings (including parking areas, toilets, sales office, etc.)
Platforms
When any complete block is upgraded or renewed, it shall incorporate an obstacle free route (when applicable) that can be linked to the other blocks as and when they are upgraded or renewed.
The normal maintenance of the Infrastructure items shall not imply a reassessment within the limits of this TSI.
7.3.1.2.Obstacles-free routes — General (4.1.2.4.1)U.K.
Compliance with requirements related to dimensions of footbridges and subways in respect of width and/or headroom is not mandatory for existing footbridges and subways.
7.3.1.3.Geometry of footbridges, stairways and subways (4.1.2.14 and 4.1.2.15)U.K.
Compliance with requirements related to dimensions of footbridges, stairways and subways in respect of width and/or headroom is not mandatory for existing footbridges, stairways and subways.
7.3.1.4.Ramps, escalators, lifts and travelators (4.1.2.17)U.K.
Compliance with requirements related to ramps, escalators, lifts and travelators is not mandatory for existing ramps, escalators, lifts and travelators.
7.3.1.5.Platform width and edge of platform (4.1.2.19)U.K.
Compliance with requirements related to the minimum width of the platform is not mandatory for existing stations if the cause of non-compliance is the presence of certain platform obstacles (e.g. structural columns, stairwells, lifts etc.) that are unlikely to be moveable.
7.3.1.6.Platform height and offset (4.1.2.18)U.K.
Compliance with requirements related to platform height and offset is not mandatory in the case of renewed platforms, but remains mandatory for upgraded platforms.
7.3.1.7.Buildings of an historic natureU.K.
Where an existing station, or a part of it, is a recognised historic building and is protected by National Law, the Infrastructure Operator shall endeavour to implement the contents of this TSI. However, where it can be demonstrated that the National law for the protection of the building would be infringed, implementation of the relevant requirements of this TSI shall not be mandatory.
7.3.2.Rolling StockU.K.
Existing Rolling Stock is Rolling Stock that has been in service, or has been subject to a contract already signed or under final phase of tendering procedure at the date of entry into force of this TSI.
The TSI does not apply to existing Rolling Stock as long as it is not renewed or upgraded.
This clause of the TSI does not apply to Rolling Stock being renewed or upgraded under the terms of a contract already signed or under final phase of tendering procedure at the date of entry into force of this TSI.
7.3.2.1.GeneralU.K.
Where Rolling Stock upgrade or renewal work affects aspects of the Rolling Stock governed by any clause of this PRM TSI, it shall be reassessed in accordance with that requirement within this TSI, subject to the following conditions:
Systems and components that are not included in the scope of a particular upgrade or renewal programme do not have to be made compliant at the time of such a programme.
In the event that a vehicle is re-assessed against any other TSI as a result of renewal or upgrading works, it shall only require re-assessment against this TSI in respect of those systems and components directly affected by the works.
Compliance with the content of this TSI is not mandatory if the work that would be necessary to achieve compliance requires structural alterations to door portals (interior or external), underframes, collision pillars, vehicle bodies, vehicle over-ride protection or any work that would necessitate re-validation of the vehicle structural integrity in accordance with EN 12663:July 2001 and/or other TSIs.
7.3.2.2.SeatsU.K.
Compliance with clause 4.2.2.1 with regard to seat back grab handles is only mandatory if the seat structures are renewed or upgraded within an entire vehicle.
Compliance with clause 4.2.2.2 with regard to provision of priority seating is only mandatory if the seating layout is altered within an entire train and this can be achieved without reducing the existing capacity of the train. In the last circumstance the maximum number of priority seats shall be provided, whilst maintaining existing capacity.
Compliance with requirements regarding headroom above priority seating is not mandatory if the limiting factor is a luggage rack that is not being structurally altered during the renewal or upgrading work.
7.3.2.3.Wheelchair SpacesU.K.
Compliance with wheelchair space requirements is only required when the seating layout is altered within a complete train formation. However, if the entrance doorway, or clearways, cannot be modified to enable wheelchair access, a wheelchair space needs not be provided if the seating layout is altered.
The provision of emergency contact devices at the wheelchair positions is not mandatory if the vehicle does not have an electrical communications system that can be adapted to include such a device.
7.3.2.4.Exterior doorsU.K.
Compliance with requirements to define the exterior of doorways by signage and contrast is only mandatory when the vehicle is repainted (or otherwise reliveried).
Compliance with requirements to define the interior position of external doorways by contrast at floor level is only mandatory when the floor covering is renewed or upgraded.
Compliance with requirements to provide door opening and closing signals is only mandatory when the door control system is renewed or upgraded.
Full compliance with requirements regarding the position and illumination of door controls is only mandatory when the door control system is renewed or upgraded and when the controls can be re-positioned without alteration to the vehicle structure or door. However, in such an event, the renewed or upgraded controls shall be installed as close as possible to the compliant position.
7.3.2.5.Interior doorsU.K.
Compliance with the requirements for door control operation operating forces and positioning is only mandatory if the door and door mechanism and/or control is being upgraded or renewed.
Compliance with the requirement to make inter-vehicle and consecutive connecting doors operate synchronously is only mandatory if the doors are already automated, the door control system is being renewed or upgraded and there is a suitable inter-vehicle communications control system.
7.3.2.6.LightingU.K.
Compliance with the requirement to provide step lighting, in accordance with Clause 4.2.2.5, at external doorways is not required if it can be established that there is insufficient capacity in the electrical system to support additional load, or that such lighting cannot usefully be accommodated without structural alteration to the doorway.
7.3.2.7.ToiletsU.K.
Provision of a fully compliant universal toilet is only mandatory when existing toilets are being completely renewed or upgraded and a wheelchair space is provided and a compliant universal toilet can be accommodated without structural alteration to the vehicle body.
The provision of emergency contact devices in the universal toilet is not mandatory if the vehicle does not have an electrical communications system that can be adapted to include such a device.
7.3.2.8.ClearwaysU.K.
Compliance with the requirements of Clause 4.2.2.7 is only mandatory if the seating layout is altered within an entire vehicle and a wheelchair space is being provided.
Compliance with the requirements for clearways between connecting vehicles is only mandatory if the gangway is being renewed or upgraded.
7.3.2.9.InformationU.K.
Compliance with the requirements of Clause 4.2.2.8.2.2 in respect of route information is not mandatory at renewal or upgrade. However, where an automated route information system is installed as part of a renewal or upgrade programme, it shall comply with the requirements of this clause.
Compliance with the other parts of Clause 4.2.2.8 shall be mandatory whenever signage or interior finishes are renewed or upgraded.
7.3.2.10.Height ChangesU.K.
Compliance with the requirements of Clause 4.2.2.9 is not mandatory at renewal or upgrade, with the exception that a colour contrasting warning band on step nosings shall be provided when tread surface materials are renewed or upgraded.
7.3.2.11.HandrailsU.K.
Compliance with the requirements of Clause 4.2.2.10 is only mandatory where existing handrails are being renewed or upgraded.
7.3.2.12.Wheelchair Accessible sleeping accommodationU.K.
Compliance with the requirement to provide Wheelchair Accessible sleeping accommodation is only mandatory when existing sleeping accommodation is being renewed or upgraded.
The provision of emergency contact devices in the Wheelchair Accessible sleeping accommodation is not mandatory if the vehicle does not have an electrical communications system that can be adapted to include such a device.
7.3.2.13.Step positions, steps and boarding aidsU.K.
Compliance with the requirements of Clause 4.2.2.12 is not mandatory at renewal or upgrade, with the exception that if moveable steps or other integral boarding aids are fitted, they shall comply with the relevant sub-clauses in this section of the TSI.
However, if a wheelchair space in accordance with Clause 4.2.23 is created at renewal or upgrade, then it shall be mandatory to provide some form of boarding aid in accordance with Clause 4.2.2.12.4.
The responsible Infrastructure Manager (or Station Manager(s) if they are the responsible entities) and Railway Undertaking shall make agreements in accordance with Art.10.5 of Directive 91/440/EC as lastly modified by Directive 2004/51/EC, before the putting into service of the renewed or upgraded Rolling Stock, in order to establish which party is responsible for provision of boarding aids where necessary (Clause 4.2.2.12.4). The Infrastructure Manager (or Station Manager(s) and Railway Undertaking shall ensure that the division of responsibilities they agree is the most viable overall solution.
7.4.Specific casesU.K.
7.4.1.GeneralU.K.
The following special provisions are permitted in the specific cases below.
These specific cases belong to two categories: the provisions apply either permanently (case ‘P’), or temporarily (case ‘T’). In temporary cases, it is recommended that the Member States concerned should conform with the relevant subsystem either by 2010 (case ‘T1’), an objective set out in Decision No 1692/96/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of 23 July 1996 on Community guidelines for the development of the trans-European transport network, or by 2020 (case ‘T2’).
7.4.1.1.Platform heightU.K.
Denmark ‘P’
It is permitted for the height of the platform to be 920 mm above the running surface for S-Bahn services.
France ‘P’
It is permitted for the height of the platform to be 920 mm above the running surface for Ile-de-France network.
Germany ‘P’
It is permitted for the height of the platform to be 960 mm above the running surface for S-Bahn services.
Great Britain, Northern Ireland and Eire ‘P’
It is permitted for the height of the platform to be 915 mm above the running surface.
Lithuania, Latvia and Estonia ‘P’
For conventional rail infrastructure only, it is permitted for the height of the platform to be 200 mm or 1 100 mm (+ 20 mm, - 50 mm) above the running surface.
Poland ‘P’
It is permitted for the height of the platform to be 960 mm above the running surface for S-Bahn services'
Portugal ‘P’
For all existing conventional rail infrastructure in Portugal, it is permitted for the height of the platform to be 900 mm above the running surface.
In stations and stops without commuter traffic services it is permitted for the height of the platform to be 685 mm above the running surface.
Note: The design of entrance door threshold of new rolling stock (suburban and main line) shall be optimised for access from platforms with height of 900 mm.
Spain ‘P’
It is permitted for the height of the platform to be 680 mm above the running surface for dedicated commuter or regional traffic platforms.
Sweden ‘P’
It is permitted for the height of the platform to be 580 mm and 730 mm above the running surface.
The Netherlands ‘P’
It is permitted for the height of the platform to be 840 mm above the running surface.
7.4.1.2.Platform offsetU.K.
Eire ‘P’
On straight and level track bq0 = 1 561 mm.
Great Britain ‘P’
The platform offset:
At straight and level platforms.
For the lines operated with (Class 373) Eurostar and lines where freight containers of 2,6 m operate.
For the lines where freight containers of 2,6 m operate.
For platform heights of 550 mm and 760 mm the offset shall be:
Belgium ‘P’
Italy ‘P’
For platform heights of 550 mm
Finland ‘P’
Lithuania, Latvia, Estonia ‘P’
For conventional rail infrastructure only:
For platform heights of 200 mm bq0 = 1 745 mm (+ 30 mm, - 25 mm).
For platform heights of 1 100 mm bq0 = 1 920 mm (+ 30 mm, - 25 mm).
Northern Ireland ‘P’
On straight and level track bq0 = 1 560 mm.
Poland ‘P’
Portugal ‘P’
Applicable to all existing conventional rail infrastructure only.
Track gauge (nominal): 1 668 mm
For platform heights (h) of 900 mm (700 mm < h ≤ 1 170 mm)
For platform heights (h) of 685 mm (400 mm ≤ h ≤ 700 mm)
Spain ‘P’
Only parts of the network with a track gauge of 1 668 mm
Sweden ‘P’
7.4.1.3.Access and egress stepsU.K.
7.4.1.3.1.GeneralU.K.
When interoperable Rolling Stock operates to platforms described by the specific cases as detailed in clause 7.4.1.2 for platforms of 550 mm or 760 mm height, the following supplementary value δ g may be added to the conventional value of δ h .
The corresponding value b q0 is also given in the tables.
Additional value δ g for straight and level track.
| Belgium ‘P’ | Finland ‘P’ | Italy ‘P’ | Poland ‘P’ | Portugal ‘P’ for platforms of 900 mm | Portugal ‘P’ for platforms of 685 mm | Sweden ‘P’ | Spain ‘P’ | GB ‘P’ | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| δg | 0 | 150 | 11,5 | 75 | + 120 mm | + 150 mm | 20 | 70 | -202,5 |
| bq0 | 1 650 | 1 800 | 1 661,5 | 1 725 | 1 770 mm | 1 800 mm | 1 670 | 1 720 | 1 447,5 |
| For additional dimensions refer to: | 7.4.1.3.3 | 7.4.1.3.4 | 7.4.1.3.4 | 7.4.1.3.2 |
Additional value δ g for R = 300 m
| Belgium ‘P’ | Finland ‘P’ | Italy ‘P’ | Poland ‘P’ | Portugal ‘P’ for platforms of 900 mm | Portugal ‘P’ for platforms of 685 mm | Sweden ‘P’ | Spain ‘P’ | GB ‘P’ | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| δg | 54,5 | 257,5 | 11,5 | 195 | + 213 mm | + 215 mm | Inside 144 Outside 123,5 | 70 | Standard –200 Eurostar -170 |
| bq0 | 1 716,5 | 1 920 | 1 674 | 1 845 | 1 876 mm | 1 878 mm | Inside 1 806,5 Outside 1 773,5 | 1 732,5 | Standard 1 462,5 Eurostar 1 492,5 |
| For additional dimensions refer to: | 7.4.1.3.3 | 7.4.1.3.4 | 7.4.1.3.4 | 7.4.1.3.2 |
7.4.1.3.2.Specific case for Rolling Stock operating in Great Britain ‘P’U.K.
As δg is a negative value the first step as defined in clause 4.2.2.12.1 will need to be removed when operating on GB lines. Under these circumstances the first useable step on GB lines GB shall comply with the following table:
| δh mm | δv+ mm | δv- mm | |
|---|---|---|---|
| on a straight level track | 200 | 230 | 160 |
| on a track with a curve radius of 300 m, Standard case | 200 | 230 | 160 |
| on a track with a curve radius of 300 m, Eurostar case | 255 | 230 | 160 |
7.4.1.3.3.Specific case for Rolling Stock operating in Finland ‘P’U.K.
As there is an increase in the value of δg a supplementary step will be required for use on lines in Finland. Under these circumstances this first useful step shall comply with the following table and shall be such that the maximum construction gauge of the vehicle meets the requirements of Annex W of the Freight Wagon TSI:
| δh mm | δv+ mm | δv- mm | |
|---|---|---|---|
| on a straight level track | 200 | 230 | 160 |
| on a track with a curve radius of 300 m | 410 | 230 | 160 |
7.4.1.3.4.Specific case for Rolling Stock intending to operate on the existing conventional rail network in Portugal ‘P’U.K.
As there is an increase in the value of δg and the platform levels differs (900 mm and 685 mm) from the standard platform levels (760 mm and 550 mm) will be required for the rolling stock intends for use on lines in Portugal under these circumstances, the first useful step shall comply with the following table and shall be such that the maximum construction gauge of the vehicle meets the requirements of prEN 15273-2:2005 — Railway applications — Gauges — Part 2: Rolling stock gauge — Annex related to Portuguese Kinematics gauges (CP)
The design of entrance door threshold of new rolling stock (commuter and main line) shall be optimised for access from platforms with height of 900 mm.
| δh mm | δv+ mm | δv- mm | |
|---|---|---|---|
| on a straight level track | 200 | 230 | 160 |
| on a track with a curve radius of 300 m | 370 | 230 | 160 |
7.4.1.4.ClearwaysU.K.
Specific Case Great Britain, Northern Ireland and Eire ‘P’
Due to the structure gauge, track curvature and hence restricted vehicle width the following shall apply:
From the point of entry to the vehicle the minimum clearway to access the priority seats shall comply with the general case.
There shall be no PRM specific requirement for a minimum clearway to access other seats.
7.4.1.5.Audible Door Signals according to chapter 4.2.2.4.1 ‘P’U.K.
Specific case Germany
Due to the lower noise levels of modern trains in Germany the audible signal shall be a minimum of 60 dB L(Aeg, T +/- 2. Alternatively audible signals 5 dB above the surrounding noise shall be given.
7.4.1.6.Priority Seats ‘P’U.K.
Specific cases Germany and Denmark
10 % of all seats shall be priority seats. In trains with a volunteer and compulsory reservation a minimum of 20 % of those priority seats shall have a pictogram, the other 80 % of priority seats can be booked or reserved in advance.
In trains with no possibility of reservation all priority seats shall have a PRM pictogram according to chapter.4.2.2.2.1.1.
7.4.1.7.Obstacle free routes ‘P’ (Clause 4.1.2.3.1)U.K.
Specific case France (Ile de France network only)
New, renewed or upgraded stations with a throughput of less than 5 000 passengers per day (combined total of passengers embarking and disembarking) are not required to meet with the lift and/or ramp aspects of the obstacle-free route requirements if a station stop within 25 km, on the same route, provides an obstacle-free route. In such circumstances, the design of new stations shall incorporate provision for the future installation of a lift and/or ramps to make the station accessible to all categories of PRM.
7.4.1.8.Passenger NumbersU.K.
Specific Case Austria ‘T1’
Due to the rapid implementation plan of the Austrian authorities, for the duration of this temporary specific case, the passenger number requirements detailed in clauses 7.1.1 and 7.3.1 (Infrastructure) and 4.1.4 (operating rules for obstacle-free routes) shall only apply to infrastructure that is new, upgraded or renewed for stations that have an average daily passenger flow of 2 000 passengers or more, combined embarking and disembarking.
7.5.Rolling Stock operating under national, bilateral, multilateral or international agreementsU.K.
7.5.1.Existing agreementsU.K.
Member States shall notify the Commission, within 6 months after the entry into force of this TSI, of the following agreements under which Rolling Stock related to the scope of this TSI (construction, renewal, upgrading, placing in service, operation and management of Rolling Stock as defined in chapter 2 of this TSI) are operated:
National, bilateral or multilateral agreements between Member States and Railway Undertakings or Infrastructure Managers, agreed on either a permanent or temporary basis, and required due to the very specific or local nature of the intended transport service;
bilateral or multilateral agreements between Railway Undertakings, Infrastructure Managers or between Safety Authorities, which deliver significant levels of local or regional interoperability;
international agreements between one or more Member States and at least one third country, or between Railway Undertakings or Infrastructure Managers of Member States and at least one Railway Undertaking or Infrastructure Manager of a third country, which deliver significant levels of local or regional interoperability.
Continued operation/maintenance of Rolling Stock covered by these agreements shall be permitted as far as they do comply with Community legislation.
The compatibility of these agreements with EU legislation including their non-discriminatory character and, in particular, this TSI, will be assessed and the Commission will take the necessary measures such as, for example, the revision of this TSI to include possible specific cases or transitional measures.
7.5.2.Future agreementsU.K.
Any future agreement or modification of existing agreements, in particular those which include the procurement of rolling stock whose design is not certified in accordance with the TSIs, shall take into account EU legislation and, in particular, this TSI. Member States shall notify the Commission with such agreements/modifications. The same procedure of § 7.5.1 then applies.
7.6.Placing in service of Infrastructure and Rolling StockU.K.
In accordance with Article 16(1) of Directive 2001/16/EC, where compliance with the PRM TSI has been achieved and an EC Declaration of Verification is granted within one Member State for Infrastructure and Rolling Stock, this shall be mutually recognised by all Member States for PRM accessibility issues.
When seeking safety certification under article 10 of directive 2004/49 (Part B of the certificate) or authorisation of placing in service under article 14(1) of directive 2001/16, Railway Undertakings may seek certification/authorisation of placing in service for Infrastructure and Rolling Stock. Rolling Stock may be grouped according to series or type.
However, it shall be verified that where the Infrastructure and Rolling Stock are operated together that they are compatible. This may be done through the use of Infrastructure and Rolling Stock registers.