BS EN 16186‑5 is the fifth part of the multi-series of European standard BS EN 16186 on Railway applications-Driver’s cab’. BS EN 16186‑5 specifies the external front and rear visibility conditions from cabs of tram vehicles and the associated assessment method.
NOTE:
BS EN 16186‑5 applies to vehicles operating on tram networks.
BS EN 16186‑5 does not apply to driver's auxiliary desks and is not intended to be applied for tram train.
Who is BS EN 16186‑5 for?
BS EN 16186‑5 on railway driver’s cabs is relevant to:
Why should you use BS EN 16186‑5?
Visibility conditions from cabs of tram vehicles are primarily determined by weather conditions and by a vehicle's design. BS EN 16186‑5 provides you specification for designers of rolling stock to assure appropriate visibility to drivers and to gather the needs of the tramway operators.
BS EN 16186‑5 provides a detailed overview about the driver's anthropometric data to give the systematic measurement of the physical properties of the human body for the determination of normal and maximum arm reach for tram drivers.
Forward visibility requirements are also given in BS EN 16186‑5. It provides a good outside field of vision that enables the driver to anticipate hazardous situations, taking into account the exterior environment when the tram vehicle is moving. rear visibility assessment is also provided to ensure a rear view of the tram vehicle so that the driver still has unimpeded visibility to the rear when the passenger doors are open.
The best practice guidance of BS EN 16186‑5 can assist you with visibility- close and far-off outside fields of vision, which gives operators accurate and efficient control over the trams and minimize risk of accidents.
EN 16186-5