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Uncontrolled when printed Supersedes RIS-7700-INS Iss 2 with effect from 02/06/2018

Rail Industry Standard for Station Infrastructure

of 51 RSSB RIS-7700-INS Issue Three: June 2018

Issue record Issue Date Comments

One December 2007 Original document

Replaces previously mandatory requirements from GERT8005, GIRT7014, GMRT1201 and GMRT1251, and recommendations from GERC8505

Two June 2013 Replaces issue one

Part six of RIS-7700-INS issue one is replaced by RIS-7702-INS

Three June 2018 Replaces issue two.

Headroom on platforms, section 3.1, revised to reflect changes to GIRT7016 issue 5 which were published within RIS-7016-INS issue one.

References to GIRT7016 changed to GIRT7020 and RIS-7016-INS throughout.

Other out of date references updated throughout.

Revisions have been marked by a vertical black line in this issue.

Superseded or replaced documents The following Railway Group document is superseded or replaced, either in whole or in part as indicated:

Superseded documents Sections superseded Date when sections are superseded

RIS-7700-INS issue one Rail Industry Standard for Station Infrastructure

Part 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13 and Appendices A, B and C

01 June 2013

RIS-7700-INS issue two Rail Industry Standard for Station Infrastructure

2.1; 2.3; 2.4; 3.1; 3.7; 3.8, 5.2; 7.1; 7.2; 8.1.4; 8.3.1; 11.6; and 11.7

02 June 2018

RIS-7700-INS, issue two, ceases to be in force and is withdrawn as of 02 June 2018.

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RSSB of 51 RIS-7700-INS Issue Three: June 2018

Contents Section Description Page

Part 1 Introduction 5 1.1 Purpose of this document 5 1.2 Application of this document 5 1.3 Health and safety responsibilities 5 1.4 The structure of this document 5 1.5 Copyright 5 1.6 Approval and authorisation of this document 6

Part 2 Station platforms 7 2.1 Load carrying capacity of platforms 7 2.2 Provision for track maintenance 7 2.3 Platform and coper surfaces 7 2.4 Prevention of rubbish accumulation under platforms 7 2.5 Materials used for cleaning and de-icing 8

Part 3 Structures, buildings and platform furniture 9 3.1 Headroom on platforms 9 3.2 Provision for accidental loading from derailed trains 9 3.3 Particular requirements for station roofs and platform canopies 9 3.4 Vertical glazing and cladding 10 3.5 Securing of platform furniture and lightweight structures 10 3.6 Provision for storage of self-help trolleys 10 3.7 Electrical clearances 10 3.8 Maintaining signal visibility 10

Part 4 Access and egress 11 4.1 Design of entrances and exits 11 4.2 Emergency evacuation 11 4.3 Vehicular access 11 4.4 Sub-surface stations 12

Part 5 Escalators and passenger conveyors 13 5.1 General design requirements 13 5.2 Technical requirements 13 5.3 Fire requirements 14 5.4 Emergency arrangements 15 5.5 Signing 15 5.6 Registration of escalators and passenger conveyors 16 5.7 Register of escalators and passenger conveyors 16 5.8 Periodic thorough examination of escalators and passenger conveyors 16

Part 6 Lighting [Deleted] 18

Part 7 Platform signs and markings 19 7.1 General requirements for signs 19 7.2 Passenger information signs 19 7.3 Passenger and staff warning signs 19 7.4 Signs for vehicular traffic at stations 19

Part 8 Services 20 8.1 Location of new buried services 20 8.2 Protection of new buried services 20 8.3 Particular requirements for services in platforms 21 8.4 Requirements for other service routes 22 8.5 Requirements for all services 22




Part 9 Fire precautions 24 9.1 Fire safety of materials 24 9.2 Materials in new stations 24 9.3 Materials in existing stations 25 9.4 Interfaces with other premises 26 9.5 Use of type tests 26 9.6 Records relating to fire safety of materials 26 9.7 Role of the fire and rescue authority 27 9.8 Fire protection arrangements 27

Part 10 Managing the risk from unauthorised access and vandalism 28 10.1 Requirement for risk assessment 28 10.2 Content of the risk assessment 28 10.3 Action following a risk assessment 28 10.4 Recording results of risk assessment 29 10.5 Identifying trends and patterns of incidents 29 10.6 Incidents of unauthorised access not requiring a risk assessment 29 10.7 Increasing awareness of risk from unauthorised access and vandalism 30

Part 11 Design for deterring unauthorised access at a station 31 11.1 Design for deterring unauthorised access 31 11.2 Particular requirements for design 31 11.3 Design of platform ends at new stations 31 11.4 Design of platform ends at existing stations 32 11.5 Platforms located on a bridge 32 11.6 Platforms located above an overhead electrified railway 32 11.7 Ramps at platform ends adjacent to level crossings 33

Part 12 Provision for persons with reduced mobility 34 12.1 Provision for persons with reduced mobility 34

Part 13 Design for passenger security 35 13.1 Design for passenger security 35

Appendices Appendix A Possible measures to reduce recurrence of unauthorised access and

vandalism at stations 36 Appendix B Escalators and passenger conveyors - technical data summary sheet 37 Appendix C Fire performance criteria for materials 38

Definitions 46

References 49

Tables Table 1 Floors (including floor coverings and floor structure) 39 Table 2 Walls (including wall structure and glazing) and Ceilings (including ceiling

structure and glazing) 40 Table 3 Roofs (including roof structure and glazing) 40 Table 4 Door Sets 40 Table 5 Cables 41 Table 6 Additional Recommendations for Essential Circuit Cables in Direct Routes (1)

(2) 42 Table 7 Seating and Upholstered Furniture (1) 42 Table 8 Non-upholstered Panel Furniture (1) 43 Table 9 Solid or Flexible Rubber and Plastic in Furniture 43 Table 10 Rigid Cellular Rubber and Plastic in Furniture 44 Table 11 Textile Fabrics (1) 44 Table 12 Paper Posters for Information or Advertising 45 Table 13 Miscellaneous Items (for example Conduits) 45




Part 1 Introduction 1.1 Purpose of this document

This document has been published by Rail Safety and Standards Board to provide a voluntary standard on station infrastructure, for infrastructure managers responsible for managing and operating stations to use if they so choose.

This document is adapted from the previously mandatory requirements set out in GERT8005, GIRT7014, GMRT1201 and GMRT1251, and recommendations contained in GERC8505.

1.2 Application of this document Compliance requirements and dates have not been specified since these will be the

subject of the internal procedures or contract conditions.

The Standards Manual and the Railway Group Standards (RGS) Code do not currently provide a formal process for deviating from a Rail Industry Standard (RIS). However, a member of RSSB, having adopted a RIS and wishing to deviate from its requirements, may request a Standards Committee to provide opinions and comments on their proposed alternative to the requirement in the RIS. Requests for opinions and comments should be submitted to RSSB by e-mail to [email protected]. When formulating a request, consideration should be given to the advice set out in the ‘Guidance to applicants and members of Standards Committee on deviation applications’, available from RSSB’s website.

Railway Group Standard GIRT7020 sets out mandatory requirements for station infrastructure. The requirements set out in GIRT7020 have not been duplicated in this document.

1.3 Health and safety responsibilities Users of documents published by Rail Safety and Standards Board (RSSB) are reminded

of the need to consider their own responsibilities to ensure health and safety at work and their own duties under health and safety legislation. RSSB does not warrant that compliance with all or any documents published by RSSB is sufficient in itself to ensure safe systems of work or operation or to satisfy such responsibilities or duties.

1.4 The structure of this document 1.4.1 This document is set out as a series of requirements, in some cases followed by relevant

guidance. The guidance is indicated by prefixing the paragraph number with the letter ‘G’.

1.5 Copyright Copyright in the Railway Group documents is owned by Rail Safety and Standards Board

Limited. All rights are hereby reserved. No Railway Group document (in whole or in part) may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted, in any form or means, without the prior written permission of Rail Safety and Standards Board Limited, or as expressly permitted by law.

RSSB members are granted copyright licence in accordance with the Constitution Agreement relating to Rail Safety and Standards Board Limited.

In circumstances where Rail Safety and Standards Board Limited has granted a particular person or organisation permission to copy extracts from Railway Group documents, Rail Safety and Standards Board Limited accepts no responsibility for, nor any liability in connection with, the use of such extracts, or any claims arising there from. This disclaimer applies to all forms of media in which extracts from Railway Group documents may be reproduced.




1.6 Approval and authorisation of this document The content of this document was approved by Infrastructure Standards Committee on

07 March 2018.

This document was authorised by RSSB on 27 April 2018.




Part 2 Station Platforms 2.1 Load carrying capacity of platforms 2.1.1 Platforms where no vehicular traffic is permitted or required (pedestrian

loading) 2.1.1.1 Requirements for pedestrian loading are set out in RIS-7016-INS.

2.1.2 Platforms where vehicular traffic is permitted or required (vehicular loading) 2.1.2.1 If it is proposed to permit access for vehicles and/or if access for emergency vehicles is

required to platforms, the platform shall be capable of carrying the maximum anticipated loading from such vehicles.

2.1.2.2 At stations where tractor-hauled station traffic exists, or is likely to be utilised, new platforms and alterations to platforms shall be designed to carry the maximum anticipated loading from such vehicles.

2.2 Provision for track maintenance In the design of new platforms and alterations to platforms (including their foundations),

allowance shall be made for the maintenance and renewal of adjacent track (for example, future reballasting operations).

2.3 Platform and coper surfaces 2.3.1 Platform cross fall 2.3.1.1 RIS-7016-INS sets out requirements for platform cross fall.

2.3.2 Materials for platform surfaces 2.3.2.1 The design of surfacing shall take into account the expected rainfall.

2.3.2.2 Surfaces shall be formed from materials that allow the platform to be cleaned of dirt and debris.

2.3.2.3 The design of surfacing shall take into account the effects of any substances used for activities such as cleaning or de-icing.

2.3.3 Drainage 2.3.3.1 Adequate provision for and maintenance of drainage for the removal of storm water and

spillage shall be made for platform surfaces, platform buildings and canopies to avoid discharge or overflow onto the platform surface or adjacent track.

2.3.4 Security of platform copers 2.3.4.1 Platform copers shall have a suitable restraint to prevent them from moving and thereby

infringing clearances or endangering passengers.

2.4 Prevention of rubbish accumulation under platforms For new platforms and alterations to platforms, a suitable removable barrier (for example, a

mesh screen) shall be provided at the front and rear of voided platforms to prevent rubbish accumulation under the platform giving rise to a health and / or fire risk.

At existing voided platforms, the provision of a suitable removable barrier shall be considered, particularly where there is evidence of rubbish accumulation to the extent that it is likely to give rise to a health and / or fire risk.

RIS-7016-INS requires provision of a recess beneath the platform edge. Any screens or other suitable barrier shall not encroach within this space.




2.5 Materials used for cleaning and de-icing The effect that cleaning and de-icing materials have on the durability of platform surfaces

shall be considered and only those that do not cause premature deterioration of the surface and adjacent track shall be used.




Part 3 Structures, Buildings and Platform Furniture 3.1 Headroom on platforms

RIS-7016-INS requires 2300 mm minimum headroom to new station roofs and platform canopies or alterations to station roofs and platform canopies, suspended equipment, signs and lighting for the following distances from the platform edge:

a) 3000 mm where the permissible or enhanced permissible speed on the line adjacent to the platform exceeds 100 mph (160 km/h).

b) 2500 mm at other platforms.

G 3.1.1.2 Beyond the distances specified in RIS-7016-INS, the recommended minimum headroom is 2500 mm where this is reasonably practicable to achieve.

G 3.1.1.3 A headroom of 3500 mm is preferred. The additional headroom improves visibility of, for example, directional signage and customer information systems along platforms. The increased vertical clearance will also contribute to passenger comfort.

3.2 Provision for accidental loading from derailed trains Where there is an alteration at a station, either to the track or to the station itself that would

bring columns within 4.5 m of the nearest rail, the risk from derailed trains shall be assessed.

Where additional protective measures are required the following shall, as a minimum, be considered:

a) The provision of a solid platform wall and platform construction to protect the columns.

b) The provision of continuity within the structure supported by the columns to prevent progressive collapse (for example, by designing the structure to remain standing with any single column removed).

3.3 Particular requirements for station roofs and platform canopies 3.3.1 Loading for new station roofs and platform canopies, and station roofs and

platform canopies subject to alteration 3.3.1.1 On platforms where vehicular access or tractor-hauled station traffic is permitted, new

columns (or columns subject to alterations) supporting station roofs or platform canopies shall be designed to withstand the collision loading appropriate to the vehicle type and its velocity, or shall be protected by adequate and suitable barriers.

3.3.2 Access for station roofs and platform canopies 3.3.2.1 The design of new station roofs and platform canopies shall provide access for installation,

cleaning, inspection and maintenance and future dismantling without jeopardising the safety of train operations and station users.

3.3.2.2 In order to achieve this, consideration shall be given to the provision of permanent walkways, inspection cradles and ladders.




3.3.3 Selection of materials for station roofs and platform canopies (including glazing)

3.3.3.1 When selecting materials for roofs (including glazing), the following shall be considered:

a) The effects of fire, including both damage to the materials and, where appropriate, the use of the roof or glazing as fire separation (see also Part 9 of this document).

b) The effects of explosion.

c) The effects of ultra-violet light.

d) Thermal effects of expansion and differential temperature gradients.

e) The effects of materials used for cleaning and removal of graffiti.

3.3.4 Resistance to accidental or wilful damage to station roofs, platform canopies (including glazing and cladding)

3.3.4.1 The design of new station roofs or platform canopies or alterations to existing station roofs or platform canopies shall take into account the risks to train operations and station users caused by accidental or wilful damage to any glazing, cladding or other roofing system and / or its supports.

3.3.4.2 Accidental and wilful damage by vandals, falling objects, road and rail vehicles shall be considered.

3.4 Vertical glazing and cladding Where vehicles, trolleys and other equipment have access adjacent to vertical cladding

and glazing, barriers shall be provided to prevent collision.

3.5 Securing of platform furniture and lightweight structures Platform furniture and other lightweight structures shall be fixed to the platform or otherwise

secured to prevent accidental or malicious movement.

3.6 Provision for storage of self-help trolleys Where passenger self-help trolleys are in use, appropriate measures shall be in place to

reduce the risk of them falling onto the track (including the provision of safe storage areas and automatic braking devices).

3.7 Electrical clearances For stations where 25 kV overhead electrification exists or is proposed, the electrical

clearances between the overhead line equipment and standing surfaces, platform canopies and station footbridges are set out in GLRT1210. For electrical clearances to other overhead electrification systems, specialist advice shall be sought.

3.8 Maintaining signal visibility RIS-8034-CCS sets out the requirements for ensuring that the visibility and alignment of

signals and signs that perform the function of signals are not adversely affected during the lifetime of the equipment.




Part 4 Access and Egress 4.1 Design of entrances and exits

The design capacity of entrances and exits to station platforms, escalators, lifts, passenger conveyors, ramps and stairways, shall be based on the forecast maximum passenger flows throughout a 24 hour period over the intended design life of the facilities provided.

Access to and from platforms shall be direct, obvious and provide for access by people with reduced mobility. The term ‘people with reduced mobility’ (PRM) is defined in the PRM TSI.

G 4.1.2.1 Further guidance on the design of access for people with reduced mobility is given in ‘Train and Station Services for Disabled Passengers: A Code of Practice’ (February 2002), published by the Strategic Rail Authority, and BS8300:2001 ‘Design of buildings and their approaches to meet the needs of disabled people. Code of practice’.

New entrances and exits and alterations to entrances and exits to station platforms, escalators, lifts, passenger conveyors, ramps and stairways, shall be positioned to provide unobstructed access and to avoid local congestion.

The need for fixed stairways to be provided adjacent to escalators and passenger conveyors, to meet breakdown and emergency evacuation requirements, shall be established. Except where it is not reasonably practicable, sufficient alternative routes shall be provided for situations where an escalator or passenger conveyor is non-operational.

Where site circumstances permit, escalators, lifts, passenger conveyors, ramps and stairways shall be orientated so that access to and egress from them is parallel to the platform edge.

Where site circumstances prevent this, suitable barriers shall be provided to prevent persons or objects having direct access to the platform edge.

4.2 Emergency evacuation At new stations, the design shall take account of the need for safe evacuation in the event

of fire at the station or on a train stopped at a platform that forms part of the station.

At new stations, the provision of access and egress facilities shall be designed to cater for the forecast maximum number of people using the station and developed in co-ordination with the evacuation plan for the station.

At stations subject to alteration, the emergency evacuation plan for the station shall take into account the access and egress facilities provided.

The needs of persons with reduced mobility (see clause 4.1.2) shall be considered in the design of emergency evacuation arrangements.

The emergency escape route shall be clearly defined and its associated signs shall clearly indicate the direction to be taken for safety.

4.3 Vehicular access 4.3.1 Platforms where vehicular traffic is permitted or required 4.3.1.1 If access for vehicles is permitted and / or if access for emergency vehicles is required,

adequate clearances for such vehicles shall be provided. Where vehicles are restricted to certain areas or routes, the limits of such areas or routes shall be clearly marked on the surface of the route on which they are permitted to travel.




4.3.2 Prevention of unauthorised vehicular access 4.3.2.1 If the platform is not designed to permit vehicular access, barriers shall be provided to

prevent such access where necessary, without causing undue obstruction to passenger movement.

4.3.3 Segregation of vehicular and pedestrian traffic 4.3.3.1 Consideration shall be given to the segregation of vehicle and pedestrian movements at

stations (for example, on platforms and bridges) where these movements pose a risk to safety.

4.4 Sub-surface stations 4.4.1 Minimum usable width of a platform at a sub-surface station 4.4.1.1 The minimum usable width of a platform at a sub-surface station shall be sufficient to

permit the emergency evacuation of passengers within the time period established by the person responsible for fire safety in accordance with the requirements of the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, and the Fire (Scotland) Act 2005.

4.4.1.2 Additional requirements relating to emergency evacuation are set out in section 4.2.

4.4.2 Number, width and location of exits from platforms 4.4.2.1 For all sub-surface stations, the number, width and location of exits from the platform shall

be such that the maximum design passenger capacity of a fully occupied train, and any passengers occupying the platform when the train arrives, can be evacuated from the platform in an emergency within the time period established by the person responsible for fire safety in accordance with the requirements of the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, and the Fire (Scotland) Act 2005.

4.4.2.2 For all sub-surface stations, each platform shall have a minimum of two exits for use in an emergency.

4.4.3 Calculation of emergency exit capacity 4.4.3.1 In calculating the time period to evacuate a platform in an emergency, one exit shall be

assumed to be closed.

4.4.3.2 At all sub-surface stations, escalators providing access to, or egress from, platforms shall be considered as fixed stairways for calculation of emergency exit capacity, with one escalator not available.

4.4.3.3 At all sub-surface stations, passenger conveyors providing access to, or egress from, platforms shall be considered as fixed walkways for calculation of emergency exit capacity, with one passenger conveyor not available.




Part 5 Escalators and Passenger Conveyors 5.1 General design requirements

At the design stage, the number, capacity and speed of operation of the escalators and passenger conveyors, shall be determined on the basis of forecast maximum passenger flows, in each direction. In addition, the layout and method of control, shall take into account the requirements for evacuation in an emergency situation.

The forecast maximum passenger flow is also necessary to enable the overall installation to be designed such that congestion is prevented on the escalators and passenger conveyors.

Whenever an escalator or passenger conveyor is non-operational, it shall be capable of being used as a fixed walkway for an indefinite time period when stopped and awaiting repair. The braking and step band locking system shall be designed to allow for these conditions of service.

The layout and control of escalators and passenger conveyors shall be designed to prevent passengers being transported into an area already blocked by other passengers. Particular care is needed where failure of ticket barriers could cause congestion, or where failure of an onward escalator or passenger conveyor could cause congestion of an intermediate landing.

In cases where escalators and passenger conveyors give access to or from platforms, special attention shall be given to passenger flows onto and from the escalator and passenger conveyor.

In the design of the approaches and exits from escalators and passenger conveyors, sufficient barriers shall be installed to control the flow of passengers and to prevent congestion in areas where cross flow of passengers can take place.

5.2 Technical requirements All escalators and passenger conveyors at railway stations shall comply with BS EN

115:1995 and where they are in the passenger flow, they shall be of the ‘Public Service’ type.

For the ‘Public Service’ type of escalator and passenger conveyor, as well as implementing the additional recommendations detailed in Annex D of BS EN 115, the following specific options in BS EN 115 shall be applied as far as reasonably practicable:

a) The angle of inclination shall not exceed 30o for escalators and 5o for passenger conveyors.

b) The minimum width of treadway for escalators and passenger conveyors shall be 1000 mm. Passenger conveyors which are to be used by passengers with self help trolleys shall be at least 1400 mm wide.

c) Where an escalator is installed in a shaft with a curved roof the overhead clearance shall be a minimum of 2300 mm at the centre of the nose of the steps and 2200 mm at the end of the nose of the steps.

d) The clearance between the outer edge of the handrail and the adjacent wall shall not be less than 150 mm, with this clearance continuing up to a height of at least 1700 mm above step level. Whilst emergency stop buttons may be situated between the handrail and the wall, they shall not be within 80 mm of the handrail.

All escalators, including their associated architectural features, shall comply with Health and Safety Executive Guidance Note PM 34.




The normal practice shall be to install compact type escalators, but the remote type shall be installed when the following conditions exist:

a) The escalator is on an escape route and insufficient alternative routes are available to meet all conditions of escalator breakdown.

b) Where the location of the escalator makes the use of the compact type impracticable.

c) When lifting floor panels to gain access for cleaning rubbish trays will cause an obstruction at times when passenger flows will make this unacceptable.

To reduce the possibility of trapping between the skirting and the steps, pallets or belt, a suitable deflector device shall be fitted eg a continuous bristled brush.

The balustrades, skirting, steps, pallets and belts shall be manufactured from non-combustible material as defined in BS 476-4:1970.

Lubricants and methods of lubrication shall be selected to minimise the risk from smoke and fumes, where over-heating or fire occurs.

All escalators, passenger conveyors and their surrounds shall be illuminated to appropriate standards, which shall not be less than the requirements of BS EN 115:1995.

For maintenance/inspection purposes, a portable control device shall be provided which enables the escalator or passenger conveyor to be run at a manually controlled slower speed, which shall not be greater than 10% of the rated speed.

All electrical wiring and cables shall be installed in accordance with the requirements of BS 7671:2001 supplemented where relevant by RIS-1855-ENE.

When escalators and passenger conveyors are installed at stations where the railway tracks are provided with 25kV a.c. electrification equipment, the requirements of GLRT1210 shall be complied with.

When escalators and passenger conveyors are installed at stations where the railway tracks are provided with 750V d.c. electrification equipment, precautions shall be taken against stray d.c. currents.

Operation and maintenance information for the escalator or passenger conveyor shall be obtained from the manufacturer of the equipment. Station staff shall be provided with sufficient easily understood information to permit duties concerned with the operation of the equipment, including emergency procedures, to be undertaken.

Records of registration and periodic examination shall be kept in accordance with sections 5.6 to 5.9.

A telephone shall be provided in the machine rooms of all remote type escalators.

5.3 Fire requirements 5.3.1 Sub-surface stations 5.3.1.1 All escalators and passenger conveyors installed at stations where the platforms are

underground or enclosed, shall be fitted with fire detection and extinguishing systems as follows:

a) A linear heat detector on each side of the truss for the whole length of the escalator or passenger conveyor.

b) A smoke detection system in the top and bottom machine rooms and compartments.

c) A water sprinkler system in accordance with BS 5306-2:1990 shall be fitted to provide coverage to the whole length of the escalator or passenger conveyor truss and also the rubbish trays.




5.3.1.2 Detection of a fire by the above equipment shall automatically result in actuation of a remote fire alarm and operation of the sprinkler system. Initiation of the above shall cause the escalator(s) or passenger conveyor(s) to stop safely.

5.3.1.3 The functioning of the smoke and heat detection equipment shall be interfaced with the sub-surface station fire alarm, detection and monitoring system.

5.3.2 Other stations 5.3.2.1 Above ground stations shall be provided with similar protection to that set out in sub-

section 5.3.1 where the need has been established by the person responsible for fire safety in accordance with the requirements of the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 and the Fire (Scotland) Act 2005.

5.3.3 General 5.3.3.1 Portable fire extinguishers shall be provided in the machine rooms of remote type

escalators and in the machinery compartments of compact escalators.

5.4 Emergency arrangements The provision and operation of emergency stop devices shall take account of the particular

installation, including the possible use of passenger self help trolleys, and it shall be clear to which escalator or passenger conveyor each stop device refers.

The emergency stop devices shall be installed at the top and bottom landings of escalators and at each end of passenger conveyors. Where the vertical rise of an escalator exceeds 6 m, additional emergency stop devices shall be provided.

Where passenger self help trolleys are to be used on escalators or passenger conveyors, additional emergency stop devices shall be positioned 2 m into the step band from the comb plate at each end of the escalator or passenger conveyor, irrespective of the vertical rise height.

To assist the person authorised to start the escalator or passenger conveyor after the operation of an emergency stop device, an illuminated display shall be provided adjacent to the start switch. An audible alarm shall be provided to indicate the operation of an emergency stop device. If the station is unstaffed or there is no permanently staffed control room at the station, then arrangements shall be made to respond to the operation of an emergency stop device within a prescribed time.

To assist in the release of trapped persons, animals or articles, an inching device shall be provided adjacent to each comb plate. In addition, where it is considered advisable, there may be a need to provide hand winding facilities.

All equipment necessary to release trapped persons, animals or articles shall be provided and positioned in a place easily accessible to station staff near to each individual or group of escalators or passenger conveyors.

Effective barriers shall be available to prevent public access to escalators or passenger conveyors, but may require an emergency push-through feature to meet fire regulations. Whenever an escalator or passenger conveyor is made unfit for use as a stairway or walkway, barriers preventing access shall be used.

All escape and emergency lighting shall be in accordance with the requirements set out in RIS-7702-INS.

5.5 Signing A notice shall be displayed on or adjacent to each emergency stop device indicating the

appropriate penalty for improper use.




The signs in the immediate vicinity of the landing areas shall be limited to those which give instruction to passengers in the use of the escalator or passenger conveyor. It shall not be permissible to display advertisements or other features which could distract the passenger's attention when stepping onto or off an escalator or passenger conveyor.

When specially designed passenger luggage trolleys are used on escalators and passenger conveyors, notices in a clear and concise form to instruct passengers how to use the trolleys on the escalator or passenger conveyor shall be provided. These notices shall be at the approaches to the escalator or passenger conveyor, but not at the immediate entrances to them, where congestion could develop.

G 5.5.3.1 The Health and Safety (Safety Signs and Signals) Regulations 1996 set out requirements for signs. BS 5499-10:2006 gives further guidance on the use of safety signs including fire safety signs.

5.6 Registration of escalators and passenger conveyors For each escalator and passenger conveyor, a record shall be made which contains the

information detailed in Appendix B (although not necessarily in that form) and, at the same time, it shall be uniquely identified.

This identification shall be clearly indicated on the escalator and passenger conveyor and shall be used on all documentation and correspondence associated with it.

When major components are removed and replaced, this information shall be endorsed on the record documentation.

The record documentation, together with any plans quoted therein, copies of test certificates and reports of the last four periodic thorough examinations shall be indexed and retained in a comprehensive register as set out in clause 5.7.1.

5.7 Register of escalators and passenger conveyors A comprehensive register shall be established and kept up to date for each escalator and

passenger conveyor. This register shall comprise:

a) Technical data summary sheet (see Appendix B).

b) Layout drawing.

c) Main electric circuit diagram.

d) Site plan.

e) Means of escape (alternative route) plan.

f) Records of periodic thorough examinations.

g) Copy of last audit of system and consequential actions arising from periodic thorough examinations.

A copy of the report from each periodic thorough examination shall be supplied to the operators of escalators and passenger conveyors to allow them to discharge their responsibilities under the Health and Safety at Work, etc. Act 1974.

5.8 Periodic thorough examination of escalators and passenger conveyors

Whilst there is no specific legal requirement to carry out periodic thorough examinations, sections 2, 3 and 4 of the Health and Safety at Work, etc. Act 1974 cover the general requirements of safety.




A periodic thorough examination shall be undertaken on each escalator and passenger conveyor at least once every six months, with a written report being prepared which contains the information detailed in the Appendix to Health and Safety Executive Guidance Note PM 45 (although not necessarily in that form).

The periodic thorough examination shall be undertaken by a competent person.

G 5.8.3.1 The periodic thorough examination is normally only undertaken once per six month period, its function being to assess the installation for its continued safe use until the next scheduled periodic thorough examination.

G 5.8.3.2 Where the examination report identifies work to be done, it is the infrastructure manager's responsibility to ensure that the contents of the report are satisfactorily resolved and / or action recorded. The infrastructure manager may delegate the responsibility for this action to the maintaining agent or other competent person.




Part 6 Lighting [Deleted] The requirements for lighting have been withdrawn and replaced by RIS-7702-INS.




Part 7 Platform Signs and Markings 7.1 General requirements for signs

Requirements for the specification and positioning of operational safety signs are set out in GIRT7033.

Requirements for warning notices for electrified lines are identified during a risk assessment.

Requirements for location of isolated columns for new signs or alterations to signs, and the headroom to suspended signs, are set out in RIS-7016-INS and Part 3 of this document.

7.2 Passenger information signs At all stations, passenger information signs shall be provided to clearly indicate:

a) Access to, and egress from, platforms.

b) The unique platform identity.

c) Emergency escape routes.

d) Emergency telephones and help points where provided.

e) Facilities for persons with reduced mobility, where provided.

f) Routing of passengers via a subway or footbridge and routing of disabled passengers where this is different.

g) The parts of the station out of bounds to members of the public.

G 7.2.1.1 RIS-7016-INS requires passenger information signs to be provided to clearly indicate the station name to passengers on board trains standing at, or passing through, a station. Further guidance on the content and positioning of signs on stations can be found in ‘Wayfinding at stations - a good practice guide’, published by the Rail Safety and Standards Board.

Sufficient illumination shall be provided for these signs to be visible in the hours of darkness or low light conditions when the station is open to station users (see also Part 6 of this document).

7.3 Passenger and staff warning signs At all stations, passenger and staff warning signs shall be provided at:

a) Locations with high voltage electrical equipment.

b) The top of platform ramps or redundant platforms barred to unauthorised persons.

c) Other access points where there is a risk of injury from unauthorised entry.

7.4 Signs for vehicular traffic at stations In all cases where vehicular access is permitted onto a platform, signs clearly visible to

vehicle drivers shall be provided to show any vehicle or axle weight limits and vehicle height limits which apply.




Part 8 Services 8.1 Location of new buried services 8.1.1 Depth of new buried services clear of the track 8.1.1.1 Every service shall be placed at such a depth as to avoid any damage or danger which

may come about by any reasonably expected use or disturbance of the ground above the service.

8.1.1.2 The minimum depth for the following buried services shall be:

a) Gas 600 mm.

b) Water 750 mm.

c) Electricity 450 mm.

8.1.2 Location of new buried services in the vicinity of the track 8.1.2.1 No buried service shall be installed closer than 1380 mm to the edge of the nearest running

rail (measured horizontally) unless its minimum depth is 900 mm below the underside of the sleepers at the point considered.

8.1.2.2 All buried services closer than 1380 mm to the edge of the nearest running rail (measured horizontally) shall be designed to be adequate to carry the imposed loading from the track.

8.1.2.3 The design of temporary works provided for the installation of such services shall afford adequate support to the tracks.

8.1.3 Common excavation for services 8.1.3.1 Where a common excavation is provided for more than one type of service (for example,

gas pipes and high voltage electric cables), either a minimum clearance between the different buried service types of 300 mm shall be maintained or the different buried service types shall be installed in either separate ducts or separate chambers of multi-chamber ducting.

8.1.4 Relationship to existing buried services 8.1.4.1 The placement of new buried services shall take account of the locations of existing buried

services, in particular the potential for electromagnetic interference.

8.1.5 Access manholes, thrust and reception pits 8.1.5.1 The following requirements shall be considered when determining the location of access

manholes, thrust and reception pits:

a) Access during construction and installation of the services.

b) Access for inspection and maintenance after completion.

8.1.5.2 The covers for access manholes, thrust and reception pits shall be designed to prevent unauthorised removal or replacement and to provide safe access for legitimate purposes.

8.2 Protection of new buried services 8.2.1 Marking the route of buried services 8.2.1.1 Buried services shall be marked at appropriate regular intervals along the line of the

service route and at any changes of the line of the route. The marker plates used for this purpose shall, as a minimum, describe the type of service, the position and depth of the service.




8.2.2 Incorporation of warning measures 8.2.2.1 As far as reasonably practicable, all buried services shall be laid incorporating warning

measures to ensure that any person excavating the ground above any service receives warning of its presence. It is permitted to use protective tiles, warning tape, cable markers or other devices, as appropriate, but in the absence of any other marking on non-metallic services, a warning tape containing a metallic core shall be installed at least 150 mm above the service.

8.2.2.2 The colour coding for buried services and marker / warning tapes is set out in legislation. Existing services do not necessarily conform to current legislation in respect of colour coding.

8.2.2.3 Where required by relevant national or international standards, cables shall be indelibly marked with their rated voltage.

8.2.3 Protection of cables (high and low voltage) 8.2.3.1 Buried high and low voltage cables shall be protected by an electrically continuous metallic

screen, such as steel wire armour or concentric neutral connected to earth.

8.2.3.2 Joints and terminations shall be protected by recognised mechanical means, such as sleeving, boxing or over sheathing.

8.2.3.3 The protection shall be placed to ensure that any tool or device likely to be used in the vicinity shall make contact with the protective screen before it can make contact with the conductor.

8.2.3.4 It is permissible to exempt low voltage dc cables, signalling equipment cables and cables for communication services from the requirement to be protected by an electrically continuous metallic screen so long as, when buried, the cables are mechanically protected by means such as ducting. This means of protection shall be in addition to any cable insulation or sheathing.

8.2.4 Protection of services other than cables (high and low voltage) 8.2.4.1 No special protection is normally required for these services. However, consideration shall

be given to the risks involved and additional mechanical protection provided (for example, ducting, steel pipe, concrete troughing, plastic pipe) where particularly heavy loading conditions exist.

8.3 Particular requirements for services in platforms 8.3.1 Location of new services in platforms 8.3.1.1 Service routes in station platforms shall be located so that they do not present a hazard to

station users.

8.3.1.2 New service routes (including associated chambers) in station platforms shall be located at a distance sufficiently far back from the platform edge to permit safe access whilst trains are running.

8.3.1.3 All new services, within solid fill platforms, shall either be ducted or treated as buried services. In the latter case, the requirements of section 7.1 of this document shall be applied, but with the depth of the services measured from the platform surface.

8.3.1.4 All new service routes, within voided platforms, shall either be ducted or placed beneath the platform slab.

8.3.1.5 If ducted, different service types shall be installed in either separate ducts or separate chambers of multi-chamber ducting.

8.3.1.6 The placement of services shall take account of the locations of existing services, in particular the potential for electromagnetic interference.




8.3.2 Protection of services in platforms 8.3.2.1 Where appropriate, the requirements of section 7.2 of this document shall be applied to

services in platforms.

8.3.3 Covers to service accesses in platforms 8.3.3.1 Covers to service accesses (for example, manholes, service chambers, cable pits and

ducts) shall:

a) Be capable of withstanding an imposed loading commensurate with platform usage and platform design loading set out in section 2.1 of this document.

b) Meet the requirements for materials for platform surfaces as set out in sub section 2.3.2 of this document.

c) Be secured against unauthorised lifting or removal.

d) Provide safe access for legitimate removal and replacement.

e) Be designed to avoid being lifted by the aerodynamic effects of passing trains.

8.3.3.2 Where services to trains are provided at the edge of platforms, they shall be protected when not in use by a movable cover that meets the requirements of this section.

8.4 Requirements for other service routes Service routes in stations, that are not buried, shall be located so that they do not present a

hazard to station users.

New service routes (for example, in canopies) shall be located at a distance sufficiently far back from the platform edge to permit safe access whilst trains are running.

8.5 Requirements for all services 8.5.1 Inspection and maintenance of services 8.5.1.1 A plan shall be prepared and implemented that takes account of the necessary inspection,

maintenance and decommissioning arrangements for services to ensure the protection of the operational railway and continuity of the service.

8.5.1.2 The plan shall include any requirements for monitoring and subsequent repairs necessary to ensure the continued safe operation of the railway.

8.5.2 Abandonment of services 8.5.2.1 Where there is a proposal to abandon a service it shall be removed unless justified by the

particular site constraints. Where a service is not removed, this shall be recorded.

8.5.3 Change of use for a new service 8.5.3.1 Endeavours shall be made to ensure that no change of use of a service within the scope of

this document is undertaken without prior agreement between the Infrastructure Manager and the service provider.

8.5.4 Records of services 8.5.4.1 Records (including plans if necessary) shall be kept for all known services.

8.5.4.2 Records shall include details, where these are known, of the position and depth below surface level (where relevant) and the number, construction, and configuration of ducts. As additional information becomes available, it shall be added to the records to update them.

8.5.4.3 Records shall also include the user and / or owner of the service and a point of contact.

8.5.4.4 Copies of records shall be made available to people who can show reasonable cause for requiring the information contained in the records.




8.5.4.5 Arrangements shall be in place to provide identification of positions of known services to assist in dealing with emergencies.




Part 9 Fire Precautions 9.1 Fire safety of materials

The requirements for fire safety of materials that are used in the construction of stations, associated structures, lighting and platform furniture, are set out in sections 8.2 to 8.6 of this document. Recommendations for the fire safety of such materials and identification of where compliance with such recommendations is required by the Fire Precautions (Sub-surface Railway Stations) Regulations 1989, is contained within the guidance notes (G 8.2.1.2.1 to G 8.5.1.4) and Appendix C. At the time of publication of this document, the repeal of these regulations was proposed by government.

9.2 Materials in new stations 9.2.1 Requirements for all new stations 9.2.1.1 The person responsible for fire safety, in accordance with the Regulatory Reform (Fire

Safety) Order 2005 and Fire (Scotland Act) 2005, shall ensure that materials used in all new stations are appropriate to the particular risks arising from fire in such locations regardless of whether the works are permanent or temporary.

9.2.1.2 Where a product performs a safety critical function (for example a signalling cable) the choice of material shall be based on the primary safety function. Where this results in the use of a material with inferior fire safety performance characteristics (for example a PVC sheathed signalling or power cable), consideration shall be given to protecting the material (for example, by enclosure of the material with good fire safety performance characteristics), to the extent that is reasonably practicable.

G 9.2.1.2.1 A competent person should be appointed to be responsible for specifying materials that are suitable as regards their fire performance. The appointment should be recorded.

G 9.2.1.2.2 The fire performance of materials should in general be established by type testing where suitable test methods exist. The fire performance should at least meet the criteria as set out in Appendix C for the respective applications.

G 9.2.1.2.3 Appendix C also gives fire performance recommendations in cases where there are currently no suitable test methods.

G 9.2.1.2.4 Where it is proposed to use materials other than in accordance with the criteria as set out in Appendix C, this should be justified by a written risk assessment appropriate to the circumstances of each case.

G 9.2.1.2.5 It should be noted that the fire safety requirements, established by the person responsible for fire safety in accordance with the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 and Fire (Scotland) Act 2005,may be more onerous than those set out in Appendix C. The advice of a competent fire safety advisor should be sought.

G 9.2.1.2.6 The term ‘surface stations etc’, used in the tables contained in Appendix C, should be taken as applying to surface stations and other operational premises; that is all premises other than sub-surface stations. However, in the case of any operational premises that are sub-surface but do not form part of a station, consideration should be given to applying the sub-surface station criteria for materials as set out in Appendix C.

9.2.2 Additional requirements for new sub-surface stations 9.2.2.1 The Fire Precautions (Sub-surface Railway Stations) Regulations 1989, set out

requirements in respect of the fire performance of materials used in certain elements within sub-surface stations.




G 9.2.2.1.1 The Fire Precautions (Sub-surface Railway Stations) Regulations 1989, requires material used in the construction of an internal wall or ceiling, in any part of station premises to which members of the public have access, to be either non-combustible (as set out in this section) or have low heat emission as set out in Table 2 of Appendix C. These regulations also require that any material which is applied to the surface of an internal wall or ceiling in such a part of the premises shall offer adequate resistance to the spread of flame over the surface of the material and shall have, if ignited, a reasonable rate of heat release (as set out in Table 2 of Appendix C).

G 9.2.2.1.2 Where reasonably practicable materials used in sub-surface stations (and particularly those used as substrates) should be non-combustible according to the test criteria specified in BS 476: Part 4: 1970 (as amended by amendment slips AMD 2483 and AMD 4390).

G 9.2.2.1.3 Where the material is non-combustible, no further testing is generally necessary.

G 9.2.2.1.4 Where it is not reasonably practicable to provide non-combustible material, Appendix C sets out further recommendations.

9.3 Materials in existing stations 9.3.1 Requirements for all existing stations 9.3.1.1 The requirements of this document are not, in general, applicable retrospectively to

materials at existing stations. However, in situations where a material with inferior fire safety performance characteristics is discovered, whilst carrying out other works to the station (for example refurbishment), an examination that forms part of the normal examination regime of the station, or the risk assessment required under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 and Fire (Scotland) Act 2005, the risks from fire attributable to such material shall be assessed. Appropriate action (for example, monitoring, inspection, protection, replacement, improving emergency access and egress) to reduce the risks from fire attributable to such material, shall be taken where such action is reasonably practicable.

9.3.2 Additional requirements for existing sub-surface stations 9.3.2.1 The Fire Precautions (Sub-surface Railway Stations) Regulations 1989 set out

requirements in respect of the fire performance of any new materials used in certain elements within sub-surface stations.

G 9.3.2.1.1 See sub-section 8.2.2 relating to additional requirements for new sub-surface stations.

9.3.3 Requirements for the refurbishment of existing stations 9.3.3.1 When refurbishment works are carried out at stations, the materials used shall, where

reasonably practicable, have a fire performance at least equal to that which would be used for new construction in the same location.

G 9.3.3.1.1 In determining whether or not any action is reasonably practicable, the following should be included:

a) The number of people using the station.

b) The emergency access and egress provided.




c) The effect on the safety of train operations from equipment damaged as a result of a fire caused by the presence of a material with inferior fire safety performance characteristics.

d) The degree and extent of the inferior material and its effect on the consequences of a fire.

e) The likelihood of a fire arising from the presence of the inferior material.

G 9.3.3.1.2 A qualitative assessment should generally be sufficient.

G 9.3.3.1.3 Where replacement of a material with inferior fire safety performance characteristics is being considered, the most effective way of improving its fire performance is generally by improving its resistance to fire. Where achieving non-combustibility is not reasonably practicable, improving other aspects of the fire performance of the material should be considered, taking into account the recommendations set out in Appendix C.

G 9.3.3.1.4 Care should be taken to ensure that any new finish, whilst it conforms to Appendix C, does not degrade as a result of contact with the existing substrate.

9.4 Interfaces with other premises Where the boundary (or part thereof) of the station forms the boundary (or part thereof)

with other premises, the obligations of the owner or manager of the adjacent premises shall be taken into account when selecting materials for use in the station.

9.5 Use of type tests Where materials are justified for use on the basis of type tests, the arrangement and

combination of materials actually used shall be such that the as-installed fire performance does not differ unacceptably from the type test performance.

G 9.5.1.1 Fire performance should generally be established by type testing against criteria meeting the requirements of section 8.2.1, but care should be taken to ensure that material samples, on which published test results are based, adequately represent the materials and their application at stations. The general notes to tables in Appendix C set out further recommendations.

G 9.5.1.2 When using proprietary products, care should also be taken to verify that a product marketed under a given name has not been changed significantly in composition or method of manufacture since the relevant test results were issued.

G 9.5.1.3 It should be noted that small changes in the materials (such as bonding agents) can have a large effect on results.

G 9.5.1.4 Type testing should include any finishes and coatings.

9.6 Records relating to fire safety of materials 9.6.1 Record keeping 9.6.1.1 Records relating to fire safety shall be made and kept concerning:

a) The materials used at new stations and in the refurbishment of existing stations.

b) Other changes made to materials at stations.

c) The fire performance of such materials, including test certificates where applicable.




d) Any risk assessment related to the fire safety of materials used at stations.

9.7 Role of the fire and rescue authority The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, and the Fire (Scotland) Act 2005, makes

provision for enforcement by the Fire and Rescue Authority in respect of fire precautions for new stations or stations subject to alteration.

9.8 Fire protection arrangements The fire protection arrangements for a platform area shall be compatible with the

arrangements for the whole station and shall include consideration of requirements for the following:

a) Evacuation procedures (including communication requirements associated with the evacuation).

b) Escape routes.

c) Emergency lighting.

d) Smoke detectors.

e) Fire alarm system(s).

f) Fire extinguishers.

The Fire Precautions (Sub-surface Railway Stations) Regulations 1989 set out a number of requirements for sub-surface stations.




Part 10 Managing the Risk from Unauthorised Access and Vandalism

10.1 Requirement for risk assessment A risk assessment shall be carried out to identify the need for measures to reduce risk

arising from unauthorised access and vandalism (as defined) after any of the following:

a) An incident of unauthorised access results in an accident (as defined).

b) An act of vandalism.

c) A trend in incidents of unauthorised access is identified.

10.2 Content of the risk assessment 10.2.1 Likelihood of unauthorised access or vandalism 10.2.1.1 In assessing the likelihood of recurrence of unauthorised access or vandalism, the risk

assessment shall take into account the following:

a) The number, frequency and details of recorded incidents (see section 9.5 of this document).

b) The land use adjacent to the station (for example, school, playing field, shopping centre or other facility where large numbers of people are likely to gather).

c) The number of platforms and the ease with which passengers can change or access platforms.

d) Incentives for unauthorised access or vandalism.

e) Any other relevant factors.

10.2.2 Consequences of unauthorised access or vandalism 10.2.2.1 In assessing the potential consequences of recurrence of unauthorised access or

vandalism, the risk assessment shall take into account the following:

a) The consequences of previously recorded incidents (see section 9.5 of this document).

b) The characteristics of the operational railway at the station (for example, the track layout, presence of electrification equipment, proximity to a tunnel entrance or exit).

c) The speed and frequency of trains using or passing through the station and the presence or absence of obstacle deflectors on trains.

d) The presence and vulnerability of particular safety critical equipment.

e) The more severe consequences that could result from vandalism.

10.3 Action following a risk assessment Following a risk assessment, carried out in accordance with section 9.2 of this document,

procedures shall be in place:

a) To determine whether the existing measures to deter unauthorised access or vandalism are adequate.

b) To determine the course of action and the timescales required, if the measures are not adequate, for repairing, maintaining or changing the measures to deter unauthorised access or vandalism so that they are adequate.

c) To determine the frequency of any required inspections of measures to deter unauthorised access or vandalism.




d) To carry out any course of action that has been determined.

e) To check that the course of action has been carried out to the required standard and within the specified timescale.

Appendix A sets out a non-exhaustive list of measures for consideration in order to reduce risk from incidents of unauthorised access and vandalism.

10.4 Recording results of risk assessment Records of any risk assessment carried out in accordance with section 9.2 shall be kept.

Such records shall include, as a minimum:

a) The existing measures reviewed.

b) Any additional measures considered.

c) Any measures repaired, maintained or changed.

d) Any measures rejected.

e) A justification for the action taken.

10.5 Identifying trends and patterns of incidents A procedure shall be in place to identify trends and patterns of incidents of unauthorised

access and vandalism.

The procedure shall include a requirement to record the following, if known, for each incident:

a) The station and point of unauthorised access.

b) In the case of vandalism, the location where the vandalism took place.

c) In the case of vandalism, details of the incident.

d) The time and date of the incident.

e) The demographic profile of the person committing the act of unauthorised access or vandalism.

f) The reason for the unauthorised access (for example, short cut, vandalism).

g) Any incentives that affected the act of unauthorised access or vandalism.

10.6 Incidents of unauthorised access not requiring a risk assessment 10.6.1 Reviewing the adequacy of existing measures 10.6.1.1 Where incidents of unauthorised access occur, but do not require a risk assessment in

accordance with section 9.1 of this document, the adequacy of existing measures to deter such incidents shall be reviewed.

10.6.1.2 The review shall take into account, where appropriate:

a) The recorded data associated with the incident (see section 9.5 of this document).

b) Related safety intelligence (for example, from the initiatives taken in accordance with section 9.7 of this document).

10.6.1.3 Where the measures are found to be inadequate, action shall be taken to repair, maintain, improve or change the measures in place to ensure that risk arising from unauthorised access is adequately controlled.




10.7 Increasing awareness of risk from unauthorised access and vandalism Action shall be taken to increase the awareness of the public of the risk from unauthorised

access and vandalism.




Part 11 Design for Deterring Unauthorised Access at a Station

11.1 Design for deterring unauthorised access The need to deter unauthorised access shall be taken into account in the design of stations

(for example, in the design of fencing and openings, the design of lighting, location of buildings, station roofs, canopies and other structures).

11.2 Particular requirements for design 11.2.1 Deterrence of unauthorised access onto platforms 11.2.1.1 Fencing shall be provided and maintained at the rear of single face platforms to deter

unauthorised access and to protect people from falling off the rear of the platform, except where:

a) There is authorised access.

b) The platform is in a cutting, there is no drop at the rear of the platform and there is adequate boundary fencing.

11.2.2 Provision where part of a platform is redundant 11.2.2.1 Where a part of a platform is redundant and it is not to be maintained, a fence shall be

provided across the platform at the limit of the platform open to passengers.

11.2.2.2 Sub-sections 10.2.3 to 10.2.5 set out additional design requirements for security and deterring unauthorised access at a station. These requirements are applicable to the design of the fence, and any access provided through the fence for authorised people.

11.2.3 Deterrence of unauthorised access under platforms 11.2.3.1 Where unauthorised access is likely at the back of voided platforms, fencing shall be

extended to ground level, or other means provided to deter such access, eg a mesh screen.

11.2.4 Design of fencing to withstand surge loading 11.2.4.1 Where there is a likelihood of crowd loading, fencing shall be designed to withstand

appropriate lateral surge loading.

11.2.5 Openings in platform fencing 11.2.5.1 Apart from authorised access points, the openings in platform fencing shall be small

enough to prevent children being able to climb through the fence and to minimise the likelihood of parts of their bodies from becoming easily trapped in the openings.

11.2.5.2 Unless otherwise justified, the openings in fencing to the rear of single face platforms shall not permit the passage of a 100 mm diameter sphere.

11.3 Design of platform ends at new stations 11.3.1 Provision of ramps 11.3.1.1 Ramps at the end of new station platforms shall not be provided unless their presence is

justified, for example because the ramp is used:

a) By train crew or station staff.

b) As an access point for people authorised to work on or near the line.




11.3.2 Barriers to deter unauthorised access 11.3.2.1 Barriers to deter unauthorised access, together with appropriate warning signs, shall be

provided at the end of new station platforms. The design of the barriers shall take into account:

a) Clearances to passing trains (making allowance for open doors on slam-door rolling stock).

b) The need for access to and egress from platforms by station staff, train crews and infrastructure maintenance staff (for example, by means of a gate).

c) The proximity of other track access points in the vicinity.

d) If a gate is provided, the means of securing the gate.

e) The height, robustness and limitations on openings required to make the barrier effective.

11.3.2.2 Where a new station platform is provided with a ramp, the barrier and warning sign shall be located immediately before the start of the ramp.

11.3.3 Dimension of ramps to platform ends when provided 11.3.3.1 Where ramps to new platforms are justified they shall not be steeper than 1 in 8 or flatter

than 1 in 12. Such ramps shall be the same width as the platform unless the particular site circumstances prevent this.

11.3.3.2 If physical constraints prevent a full width ramp being provided at new platforms, the maximum ramp width achievable shall be provided. In addition, where applicable, fencing shall be provided.

11.3.3.3 If a new platform or extension of an existing platform intercepts a lineside walking route, arrangements at the ramp shall be made to maintain a safe thoroughfare.

11.4 Design of platform ends at existing stations The requirements of section 10.3 of this document shall be applied when alterations (as

defined) to existing platforms are being carried out.

Where an existing ramp is required for emergency evacuation the ramp shall be retained.

Appendix A recommends consideration to be given to provision of barriers at platform ends and, where appropriate, removal of platform ramps as a measure to reduce the likelihood of incidents of unauthorised access or vandalism originating at a station.

11.5 Platforms located on a bridge Where single face platforms are on bridges and the rear of the platform is close to the edge

of the bridge, a bridge parapet or fence whose inner face is smooth and without handholds or footholds shall be provided and maintained for the length of the platform and any platform ramp on the bridge.

11.6 Platforms located above an overhead electrified railway In addition to the requirements of section 10.5, fences or parapets to platforms over a

railway electrified by the overhead system shall be imperforate, of a minimum height of 1800 mm and extend a minimum 3000 mm beyond any uninsulated electrical equipment. Metallic structures shall be bonded to the traction earthing system of the station. Further requirements are set out in GLRT1210.




11.7 Ramps at platform ends adjacent to level crossings Unless the ramp provides an authorised means of public access to the platform, platform

ramps close to a level crossing shall be provided with appropriate measures (for example, cattle-cum-trespass guards) to deter unauthorised access to the track side of the level crossing barriers.

RIS-0792-CCS sets out additional requirements for level crossings.




Part 12 Provision for Persons with Reduced Mobility 12.1 Provision for persons with reduced mobility

The provision of facilities to cater for the requirements of persons with reduced mobility (see clause 4.1.2) shall be taken into account at an early stage of the design of a new station or the alteration of a station.

G 12.1.1.1 The Strategic Rail Authority published ‘Train and Station Services for Disabled Passengers: A Code of Practice’ in February 2002. The Office of Rail Regulation’s Stations Code requires that information to be included in all proposals involving works ‘shall ... include certification that all works, structures, equipment and signage arising from the implementation of the Station Change Proposal will comply with the Code of Practice (published by the SRA), “Train and Station Services for Disabled Passengers” (or any replacement of it), including any derogation granted under that Code’. ‘Train and Station Services for Disabled Passengers: A Code of Practice' is currently available from the DfT web site (http://www.dft.gov.uk/).

G 12.1.1.2 Further guidance on the design of access for people with reduced mobility is given in BS8300:2001 ‘Design of buildings and their approaches to meet the needs of disabled people. Code of practice’.




Part 13 Design for Passenger Security 13.1 Design for passenger security

The security of passengers on platforms from personal attack shall be taken into account in the design of stations (for example, in the design of the lighting, the location of buildings, canopies and other structures).

G 13.1.1.1 Further information on designing for passenger security can be obtained from the Department for Transport web site, which includes a series of guidelines on ‘Personal security on public transport: Guidelines for operators'.




Appendix A Possible Measures to Reduce Recurrence of Unauthorised Access and Vandalism at Stations

(The content of this appendix is provided for guidance only)

A.1 Measures to be considered A.1.1 The following is a non-exhaustive list of measures to be considered to reduce unauthorised

access and / or vandalism at stations:

a) Measures to deter unauthorised access and vandalism.

i) Improvement of station boundary security arrangements.

ii) More frequent inspection of security measures.

iii) Provision or improvement of CCTV equipment, or improved usage of existing functionality.

iv) Provision of barriers at platform ends and, where appropriate, removal of platform ramps.

v) Provision of increased lighting at platform ends (taking into account any possible interference with train control equipment).

vi) Provision of new or additional warning signs.

vii) Use of markings, such as cross-hatching, at the top of platform end ramps to indicate unauthorised areas.

viii) Provision of additional station staff and / or provision of improved staff training, possibly in conjunction with other involved parties.

ix) Liaison with British Transport Police.

b) Measures to remove incentives for unauthorised access and vandalism.

i) Improving accessibility to platforms within the station.

ii) Removing or reducing other incentives for unauthorised access or vandalism.

iii) Liaison with Youth Offending Teams and other community care agencies such as truancy teams.

A.2 Provisions for persons with reduced mobility A.2.1 In determining the measures to reduce unauthorised access and vandalism, any adverse

effect that the measures could have on the access provisions for persons with reduced mobility (see clause 4.1.2) should be taken into account.




Appendix B Escalators and Passenger Conveyors - Technical Data Summary Sheet

(The content of this appendix is provided for guidance only)

B.1 Registration of escalators and passenger conveyors B.1.1 Clause 5.6.1 of this document requires that, for each escalator and passenger conveyor, a

record shall be made which contains the information detailed in below (although not necessarily in that form) and that each escalator and passenger conveyor shall be uniquely identified.

a) Registered number.

b) Location.

c) Manufacturer's details.

i) Address.

ii) Type.

iii) Serial number.

d) Number of steps and/or pallets.

e) Speed ‘Up’ (loaded).

i) Braking distance.

f) Speed ‘Down’ (loaded).


g) Speed ‘Up’ (unloaded).


h) Speed ‘Down’ (unloaded).


i) Operator's name, address and telephone number.

j) Maintainer's name, address and telephone number.

k) Installation site plan number.

l) Alternative route plan number.

m) Test certificates.

n) Major unit changes.




Appendix C Fire Performance Criteria for Materials (The content of this appendix is provided for guidance only)

C.1 Recommended fire performance criteria C.1.1 Recommended fire performance criteria are given in section C4 (Tables 1 to 12) for various

applications of materials. The symbols have the same meanings as that used in the referenced document.

C.1.2 Generally the criteria are given in terms of type tests. Representative samples of materials for any particular application should be subject to all the tests listed and should achieve results not inferior to those stated.

C.1.3 Where there are currently no suitable test methods, other criteria are given.

C.2 Testing of material samples C.2.1 Testing should be carried out on material samples as close as possible to the full thickness

intended to be used in practice, within the constraints of the relevant test specification. The dimension chosen should include any finishes, backing layers or adhesives.

C.2.2 If both sides of the material are intended to be exposed to air (eg forming one face of a cavity wall), both faces should meet the criteria given, unless cavity barriers are provided. If cavity barriers are provided, a relaxation of the fire performance requirement is permitted in accordance with Approved Document B (Fire safety) for compliance with the Building Regulations 2000 (in England and Wales) or the appropriate Technical Handbook (Section 2 - Fire) for compliance with the Building (Scotland) Regulations.

C.2.3 In the case of a suspended floor, the lower face should meet the criteria for ceilings.

C.3 General notes, referred to in tables

Note (a) Where the tables state ‘Building Regulations’, this should be taken to mean the criteria given in the current Approved Document B (in England and Wales) or the equivalent Technical Standards (in Scotland), as referenced in the Building Regulations (in England and Wales), and the Building Standards (Scotland) Regulations (in Scotland).

Note (b) Where the table states ‘Furniture Regulations’, this should be taken to mean the requirements of the Furniture and Furnishings (Fire) (Safety) Regulations 1988.

Note (c) There are no specific recommendations, but this does not remove the requirement for the fire performance of the material to conform to the risk based principles set out in sections 8.2 and 8.3 of this document. Other documentation or legislation may also impose requirements.

Note (d) For toxic fume emission, no specific test method is given (satisfactory testing criteria do not currently exist). Except for trace levels, the material should not contain compounds of any of the following chemical molecular groups:

i) Carbon – any halogen.

ii) Carbon – phosphorus.

iii) Carbon – oxygen – phosphorus.

iv) Carbon – sulphur.

v) Carbon – oxygen – sulphur.

vi) Carbon – nitrogen.




Trace levels of such chemical groups are acceptable. The criterion for ‘trace level’ should be that the summation of the weight for weight percentage of the chemical group divided by the atomic weight for the group should not exceed 0.015.

i.e 015.0%/

groupsofweightAtomic

groupchemicalofWW

For example, for a material with 0.1% fluorine, 0.2% chlorine and 0.3% bromine chemical groups:

0146.081

3.0

5.35

2.0

19

1.0%/=++=

groupsofweightAtomic

groupchemicalofWW

If a material contains such chemical groups, it should also be demonstrated that combustion of the material does not give rise to toxic fume emission greater than their ‘Immediately Dangerous to Life or Health’ (IDLH) level. The IDLH level is the maximum concentration of a chemical species in the atmosphere from which, in the event of respirator failure, a person could escape within 30 minutes without experiencing any escape-impairing or irreversible health effects.

The right to exclude materials on the basis of toxic fume emission containing compounds of molecular groups not listed above should be reserved.

C.4 Tables of recommended fire performance criteria Test Criteria

Surface Stations etc. Sub-surface Stations

Heat emission - BS 476: Part 11

See note (c) No rise in temperature on either specimen or furnace thermocouples, no sustained flaming

Fire propagation - BS 476: Part 6

Building Regulations. See note (a)

I 12; i1 6

Surface flame spread - BS 476: Part 7


Class 1

Smoke emission –

BS 6853: Annex D (flooring test)

See note (c) A0 ≤ 200 m2/m2

Toxic fume emission See note (c) Recommended restrictions apply See note (d)

Table 1 Floors (including floor coverings and floor structure)




Test Criteria Surface Stations etc Sub-surface Stations

Heat emission - BS 476: Part 11 See note (c) No rise in temperature (1) on either specimen or furnace thermocouples, no sustained flaming

Fire propagation - BS 476: Part 6 Building Regulations. See note (a)

I ≤ 12; i1 ≤ 6 (1).

Surface flame spread - BS 476: Part 7


Class 1 (1)

Fire resistance - BS EN 1363: Pts 1 & 2

Building Regulations See note (a)

1 hour integrity

Smoke emission – BS 6853: Annex D (panel test)

See note (c) A0 (ON) ≤ 3.6 m2/ “burn area” A0 (OFF) ≤ 5.4 m2/ “burn area” no flaming

Toxic fume emission See note (c) Recommended restrictions apply See note (d)

Note (1): Required by the Fire Precautions (Sub-surface Railway Stations) Regulations 1989 if the material is not non-combustible.

Table 2 Walls (including wall structure and glazing) and Ceilings (including ceiling structure and glazing)

For roofs in surface stations etc and for external roofs in sub-surface stations, the “Building Regulations” criteria apply. For internal roofs in sub-surface stations, the criteria given in Table 1 for floors in sub-surface stations apply.

Table 3 Roofs (including roof structure and glazing)

Test Criteria

Surface Stations etc Sub-surface Stations

Fire resistance –

BS EN 1634: Part 1


1 hour integrity (1)

Resistance to passage of smoke –

BS 476: Part 31.1

BS 5588: Part 11


Leakage rate

< 3 m3/h/linear metre

Note (1): The recommendation does not apply to doorsets which do not form part of “fire-resisting construction” as required by the Fire Precautions (Sub-surface Railway Stations) Regulations 1989.

Note (2): When the doorset is installed, the threshold gap should be sealed either with a leakage rate not exceeding 3m3/h/linear metre at 25Pa or just contacting the floor. Where this is impractical, the threshold gap should not exceed 3mm at any point.

Table 4 Door Sets




Test Criteria

Surface Stations etc

Sub-surface Stations

Flame propagation –

IEC 60332-3

See note (c)

Flame spread < 2.5m

on the cable array

Smoke emission –

BS EN 50268-1: 2000 (4)

(cable test)

See note (c) 7.0)(0 ONA

−

−−

2025

)(tan

45

)45/(tan 11 dd

A0(OFF) < 1.8xA0()N)measured

Units for A0(ON) and A0(OFF) are m2 / ”burn length”

G0 < either

10

)(0 measuredONA

or

20

)(0 specifiedOFFA

whichever is the greater.

Units for G0 are m2 / “burn length” / min

Toxic fume emission See note (c)

Recommended restrictions apply

See note (d)

Note (1): Cables need not be installed in the same manner as for the tests, but the manufacturer’s correct clips and fittings should be used.

Note (2): Joint enclosure and sheath repair material should meet the toxic fume criteria.

Note (3): Cable apertures through floors or walls should be sealed with material meeting the flammability, fire integrity, smoke emission and toxic fume criteria for walls.

Note (4): The referenced standard only sets out the test method. The criteria are based upon comparable industry practice.

Table 5 Cables




Test Criteria


Fire integrity –

BS 6387

See note (c) Cables to survive 950ºC for 1 hour plus:

a) Fire with water

b) Fire with mechanical shock at 950ºC

Note (1): Essential circuit cables are those carrying circuits used for emergency systems where system integrity is required to be maintained during fire. Examples include:

a) CCTV circuits.

b) Fire alarm circuits.

c) Emergency lighting circuits.

d) Public address/emergency communications systems circuits.

e) Power cables for smoke control fans.

f) Circuits controlling signalling which is necessary for train movements in connection with emergency evacuation of stations.

Note (2): Direct routes are those which are not duplicated. Duplicated routes are those meeting the following criteria:

a) There are two independent circuits carrying the load or signal.

b) The circuits are routed independently of each other to provide security of system operation should fire affect one circuit.

c) Cables providing the duplicated or diverse routes come together only within 3m of the circuit termination (less where reasonably practicable).

Duplicated routes include communication ring-circuits, which are bi-directional, accessible at a number of intermediate points and provide duplicated routes from each intermediate point.

Table 6 Additional Recommendations for Essential Circuit Cables in Direct Routes (1) (2)

Test Criteria


Ignitability –

BS 5852: Part 2

Furniture Regulations

See note (b)

Crib 7

Smoke emission –

BS 6853: Annex D

See note (c) A0≤10 m2/”burn area”

Toxic fume emission See note (c) Recommended restrictions apply.

See note (d)

Note (1): This table applies to fixed and freestanding seating and furniture.

Table 7 Seating and Upholstered Furniture (1)




Test Criteria


Fire propagation –

BS 476: Part 6

See note (c) I ≤ 12; i1 ≤ 6

Surface flame spread –

BS 476: Part 7

Class 3 (2) Class 1

Smoke emission –

BS 6853: Annex D

(panel test)

See note (c) A0 (ON) ≤ 3.6 m2 / “burn area”

A0 (OFF) ≤ 5.4 m2 / “burn area”

Toxic fume emission See note (c) Recommended restrictions apply

See note (d)

Note (1): This table applies to furniture essentially composed of panels, for example cupboards, filing cabinets, desks, and tables.

Note (2): Need not be applied where the aggregate exposed area of furniture in a location is less than 5m2 and the location is not a circulation area.

Table 8 Non-upholstered Panel Furniture (1)

Test Criteria


Smoke emission –

BS 6853: Annex D

(sealing test)

See note (c) A0 ≤ 10 m2 / “burn area”


See note (d)

Table 9 Solid or Flexible Rubber and Plastic in Furniture




Test Criteria


Fire propagation –

BS 476: Part 6

See note (c) I ≤ 12; i1 ≤ 6

Surface flame spread –

BS 476: Part 7

See note (c) Class 1

Smoke emission –

BS 6853: Annex D

(panel test)

See note (c) A0 (ON) ≤ 3.6 m2 / “burn area”

A0 (OFF) ≤ 5.4 m2 / “burn area”


See note (d)

Table 10 Rigid Cellular Rubber and Plastic in Furniture

Test Criteria


Flammability –

BS EN 1101

Type A Type C

Smoke emission –

BS 6853: Annex D

(small scale test)

See note (c) A0 ≤ 0.02 m2 / g


See note (d)

Note (1): This table applies to furniture essentially composed of panels, for example cupboards, filing cabinets, desks, and tables.

a) Fabrics in seating or other upholstery (to which Table 6 applies).

b) Fabrics bonded to wall or ceiling panels or bonded directly to walls or ceilings (to which Table 2 applies).

Table 11 Textile Fabrics (1)




Test Criteria


(No specific test method) See note (c) Criteria below apply (1)

Note (1): For posters in sub-surface stations, either of the following sets of conditions should apply:

Sets of Conditions 1 – for existing locations a) Surfaces to which posters are applied should be non-combustible (see

G 8.2.2.1.1 in section 8.2 of this document).

b) Adhesives should be water-based.

c) Corners and edges should be firmly adhered.

d) A maximum of four layers of paper should be applied before stripping back to the non-combustible surface.

e) The poster should be limited to A0 size unless a risk assessment has been carried out.

Sets of Conditions 2 – for new or refurbished locations a) The poster should be contained in a non-combustible enclosure.

Table 12 Paper Posters for Information or Advertising

Test Criteria


Temperature index

BS 6853: App A

See note (c) > 350°C (or oxygen Index 40 minimum) (1)

> 300°C (or oxygen Index >30 minimum) (2)

Smoke emission –

BS 6853: Annex D

(small scale test)

See note (c) A0 ≤ 0.005 (1) m2 / g

A0 ≤ 0.02 (2) m2 / g


See note (d)

Note (1): Extensive or Grouped Usage

Note (2): Limited or Dispersed Usage

Table 13 Miscellaneous Items (for example Conduits)




Definitions Accident An unplanned, uncontrolled or unintended event giving rise to death, ill health, injury or other loss. For the purpose of this document this is restricted to death or injury as a result of contact with either trains or railway equipment and infrastructure.

Alteration (for example, of a platform or other equipment) For the purpose of this document, the substantial lengthening or rebuilding of all or part of an existing platform and/or an associated structure, or renewal of station equipment or platform furniture, which provides a reasonable opportunity to bring the items concerned into conformity with the requirements of this document.

Automatic ticket gate Automatic ticket gate (ATG) is a power-operated gate between the paid and unpaid areas of the station, which opens to permit an authorised station user to pass through when a valid ticket or gate pass is either inserted into the gate or scanned by a reader on the gate.

Buried services Services which are below the ground immediately surrounding the service. This definition does not include services that are only nominally covered by ballast. See also ‘Services’ and ‘Services in platforms’.

Cattle-cum-trespass guard A device provided adjacent to a level crossing designed to deter animals from straying, and pedestrians from trespassing, onto the railway.

Competent person A person who has sufficient practical and theoretical knowledge of escalators and passenger conveyors to detect any defects or weaknesses.

Coper (or platform coper) That part of the platform surface adjacent to the track, when formed of a separate concrete or masonry slab. Also known as the 'platform coping' or 'coping stone'.

Depth (of a buried service) For the purpose of this document, depth means the vertical distance from the underside of a sleeper to the top surface of the buried service (including any surround or ducting), warning tape or undertrack crossing, or where the service is more than 1380 mm away from the edge of the nearest running rail, the vertical distance from the surrounding ground level to the top surface of the buried service or warning tape. In respect of steel sleepers, the measurement of depth is from the lowest point of the sleeper.

Escalator Power-driven installation with endless moving stairway for the conveyance of passengers in the upward or downward direction.

Escalator - compact type The escalator is constructed in modular form and the machinery is integral with the escalator structure. Access to the machinery is normally only from floor panels at the upper and lower ends of the escalator, but can be installed in such a manner that access can be achieved from specially constructed chambers beneath the escalator. In some instances, where it is necessary to empty rubbish trays or carry out certain tests and inspections without taking the escalator out of service, the access to the rubbish trays and inspection points is made from specially constructed chambers.

Escalator - remote type An escalator where the machinery and electrical control equipment is located in a specially constructed machine room and access for maintenance and inspection of the installation is gained from galleries underneath the escalator.




Fire performance The fire performance of a material is a measure of its response to fire when tested under controlled conditions. The response includes its resistance to flame spread, fire propagation, production of smoke, toxic fume emission and its contribution to the fire load from its heat emission or heat release.

High voltage Normally exceeding low voltage (see low voltage).

Incident An unplanned, uncontrolled or unintended event which under different circumstances could have resulted in an accident.

Inferior material A material with fire performance characteristics significantly below that recommended as a minimum in Appendix C.

Low voltage For the purpose of this document voltages not exceeding 1000 V rms ac or 1500 V dc between conductors, 600 V rms ac or 900 V dc between conductors and earth.

Luminaire An apparatus which controls the distribution of light given by a lamp or lamps and which includes all the components necessary for fixing and protecting the lamps and connecting them to the supply circuit. ‘Luminaire’ has superseded the term ‘lighting fitting’.

Maintained illuminance The average illuminance over the reference surface at the worst condition of maintenance.

Material A product of any composition used in the construction of stations which forms the surface, lining or substrate of walls, glazing, floors, roofs, ceilings and doorsets. In addition, a product of any composition forming cables, conduits, fixtures/fittings, items of hard or soft furniture, posters for information or advertising, or other components that contribute to the risk from fire. Ancillary products such as adhesives, fixings and backing layers are also included.

It does not apply to consumable items brought to the station either as a fuel for heating appliances or for use within the station or sale therefrom.

Operational premises Stations and other premises that are located within the areas specified in the Railway Group Standards Code as being within the scope of Railway Group Standards, and where the effects of fire could affect the safety of the operational railway.

This definition is deemed to include premises such as signalling centres, signalling and electrical control rooms and associated buildings that house equipment, whether or not such buildings are staffed, and lift shafts.

Passenger conveyor Power-driven installation with endless moving walkway (eg pallets, belt) for the conveyance of passengers either on the same or between different traffic levels.

Platform The structure forming the part of a station that provides access to or from a train.

Platform furniture Permanent or semi-permanent equipment or apparatus, or seating placed upon a platform for station users.




Refurbishment Substantial renewal or refitting of stations or any part thereof.

Services The term ‘services’ includes all cables (including surrounds or ducting) and pipes used for the conveyance of electricity, signalling, telecommunications, gas, water, petrochemicals and effluents.

Services in platforms Services which are located below the platform surface. See also ‘Services’.

Sign Any surface (usually in one plane) which has a message to convey to the viewer.

Single face platform A platform with operational track adjacent to one side of the platform only.

Sub-surface station A station with platforms enclosed or underground as set out in section 3 of the Fire Precautions (Sub-surface Railway Stations) Regulations 1989.

It should be noted that where the above Regulations apply to a station, they apply to the station as a whole, not only to underground and/or enclosed parts of the station.

Unauthorised access (to or from a station) For the purpose of this document, unauthorised access means any access to the railway by people not authorised to be there.

Uniformity The ratio of the minimum to the average illuminance over a specified surface.

Vandalism For the purpose of this document, vandalism means any malicious action with the potential to result in derailment or collision, for example, placing objects on the line or damaging safety-critical equipment.

Voided platform A platform comprising structural elements spanning between discreet supports and providing a void beneath.




References The Catalogue of Railway Group Standards give the current issue number and status of documents published by RSSB. This information is also available from https://www.rssb.co.uk/railway-group-standards.

RGSC 01 Railway Group Standards Code

RGSC 02 Standards Manual

Documents referenced in the text Railway Group Standards GIRT7033 Lineside Signs

GLRT1210 AC Energy Subsystem and Interfaces to Rolling Stock Subsystem

GLRT1212 DC Conductor Rail Energy Subsystem and Interfaces to Rolling Stock Subsystem

RSSB documents RIS-0792-CCS Level Crossing Operational Interfaces with Trains

RIS-1855-ENE Low Voltage Power Supplies in Electrified Areas

RIS-7016-INS Interface between Station Platforms, Track, Trains and Buffer Stops

RIS-7702-INS Rail Industry Standard for Lighting at Stations

RIS-8034-CCS Maintenance of Signal and Operational Sign Visibility

Other relevant documents Other References cited in Part 4 Train and Station Services for Disabled Passengers: A

Code of Practice, Strategic Rail Authority, London, February 2002

BS 8300:2001 Design of buildings and their approaches to meet the needs of disabled people. Code of practice

PRM TSI Person with Reduced Mobility Technical Specification for Interoperability

SI 2005/1541 The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005

Fire (Scotland) Act 2005

Other References cited in Part 5 BS EN 115:1995 Safety rules for the construction and installation of

escalators and passenger conveyors

BS 476-4:1970 Fire tests on building materials and structures. Non-combustibility test for materials

BS 5306-2:1990 Fire extinguishing installations and equipment on premises. Specification for sprinkler systems

BS 5499-10:2006 Safety signs, including fire safety signs. Code of practice for the use of safety signs, including fire safety signs

BS 7671:2001 Requirements for electrical installations. IEE Wiring Regulations. Sixteenth edition

PM 34 Guidance Note PM 34: Safety in the use of escalators, Health and Safety Executive, London, 1983 (ISBN 0 11 883472 6)

PM 45 Guidance Note PM 45: Escalators: Periodic thorough examination, Health and Safety Executive, London (ISBN 0 11 883595 5)

SI 1996/341 The Health and Safety (Safety Signs and Signals) Regulations 1996


https://www.rssb.co.uk/railway-group-standards




Health and Safety at Work, etc. Act 1974


Other References cited in Part 6 Wayfinding at stations - a good practice guide, Rail Safety

and Standards Board, London, June 2006

Other References cited in Part 8 BS 476-4:1970 Fire tests on building materials and structures. Non-

combustibility test for materials

SI 1989/1401 The Fire Precautions (Sub-surface Railway Stations) Regulations 1989



Other References cited in Part 11 Train and Station Services for Disabled Passengers: A

Code of Practice, Strategic Rail Authority, London, February 2002

BS 8300:2001 Design of buildings and their approaches to meet the needs of disabled people. Code of practice

Other References cited in Appendix C BS 476-6:1989 Fire tests on building materials and structures. Method of

test for fire propagation for products

BS 476-7:1997 Fire tests on building materials and structures. Method of test to determine the classification of the surface spread of flame of products

BS 476-11:1982 Fire tests on building materials and structures. Method for assessing the heat emission from building materials

BS 476-31.1:1983 Fire tests on building materials and structures. Methods for measuring smoke penetration through doorsets and shutter assemblies. Method of measurement under ambient temperature conditions

BS EN 1101:1996 Textiles and textile products. Burning behaviour. Curtains and drapes. Detailed procedure to determine the ignitability of vertically oriented specimens (small flame)

BS EN 1363-1:1999 Fire resistance tests. General requirements

BS EN 1363-2:1999 Fire resistance tests. Alternative and additional procedures

BS EN 1634-1:2000 Fire resistance tests for door and shutter assemblies. Fire doors and shutters

BS 5588-11:1997 Fire precautions in the design, construction and use of buildings. Code of practice for shops, offices, industrial, storage and other similar buildings

BS 5852-2:1982 Fire tests for furniture. Methods of test for the ignitability of upholstered composites for seating by flaming sources

BS 6387:1994 Specification for performance requirements for cables required to maintain circuit integrity under fire conditions

BS 6853:1999 Code of practice for fire precautions in the design and construction of passenger carrying trains

BS EN 50268-1:2000

Common test methods for cables under fire conditions. Measurement of smoke density of cables burning under defined conditions. Apparatus

IEC 60332-3 Tests on electric cables under fire conditions, International Electrotechnical Commission (various parts)




SI 2000/2531 The Building Regulations 2000 (as amended)

Approved Document B (Fire safety) – Volume 2 - Buildings other than dwellinghouses, Department for Communities and Local Government, 2006 (ISBN 978 1 85946 262 1)

SSI 2004/406 The Building (Scotland) Regulations 2004

Technical Handbook 2007 - Non-domestic Handbook (Section 2 - Fire), Scottish Building Standards Agency, 2007 (ISBN 0114973350)

SI 1988/1324 The Furniture and Furnishings (Fire) (Safety) Regulations 1988

SI 1989/1401 The Fire Precautions (Sub-surface Railway Stations) Regulations 1989
