1 Scope

This document describes 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 document:

• 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.

• This document defines elements that are universally valid for obstacle-free travelling relating to lighting, optical and friction characteristics. The definitions and requirements of this document cover the infrastructure and rolling stock applications.

• This document only refers to aspects of accessibility for PRM passengers; it does not define non-PRM related requirements and definitions.

• This document 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.

The ‘General requirements’ standard is written in three parts:

• Part 1 contains:

  • contrast.

• Part 2 contains:

  • spoken information;

  • written information;

  • tactile information;

  • pictograms;

  • audible signals.

• This document is Part 3 and contains:

  • lighting;

  • low reflective properties;

  • transparent obstacles;

  • slip resistance.