EN 12312-6:2017
(Main)Aircraft ground support equipment - Specific requirements - Part 6: Deicers and de-icing/anti-icing equipment
General Information
- Abstract
This European Standard specifies the technical requirements to minimize the hazards listed in Clause 4 which can arise during the commissioning, the operation and the maintenance of deicers and equipment designed exclusively for deicing and washing of aircraft with deicing/antiicing/washing liquids when used as intended, including misuse reasonably foreseeable by the manufacturer, when carried out in accordance with the specifications given by the manufacturer or his authorized representative. It also takes into account some requirements recognized as essential by authorities, aircraft and ground support equipment (GSE) manufacturers as well as airlines and handling agencies.
NOTE 1 Safety of aircraft in connection with deicing/antiicing operations is not dealt with in this European Standard. Any, even minor, aircraft deicing or antiicing operation directly affects flight safety on take-off. Prevention of aeronautical accidents resulting from in-flight icing principally concerns the fluids and methods used, but it may in certain cases also concern deicing or antiicing equipment design or operation. These aeronautical aspects are controlled by the applicable Civil Aviation regulations ICAO 9640-AN/940, Manual of aircraft ground de-icing/anti-icing operations and EASA EU-OPS Subpart D 1.345 and its Acceptable Means of Compliance (AMC) and covered in ISO 11076:2012 (AEA Recommendations). They are not covered in this European Standard.
This European Standard applies to:
a) self-propelled deicers with fixed or mobile platform or hinged boom;
b) towable deicers with fixed or mobile platform or hinged boom;
c) stationary deicing/antiicing equipment (e.g. fixed boom, gantry or tower cranes equipped with aircraft deicing/antiicing fluid systems).
This European Standard does not apply to:
d) fixed installations, such as separate storage tanks or heating and filling stations, which are not an integrated part of the stationary deicing equipment;
e) hydraulic control systems;
f) pneumatic systems;
g) flow generating systems as such.
No extra requirements on noise and vibration are provided other than those in EN 1915-3 and EN 1915-4.
NOTE 2 EN 1915-3 and EN 1915-4 provide the general GSE vibration and noise requirements.
This European Standard is not dealing with hazards in respect to a standard automotive chassis and the traffic on the apron.
This part of EN 12312 is not applicable to deicers and deicing/antiicing equipment which are manufactured before the date of publication of this standard by CEN.
This part of EN 12312 when used in conjunction with EN 1915-1, EN 1915-2, EN 1915-3 and EN 1915-4 provides the requirements for deicers and deicing/antiicing equipment.
- Status
- Published
- Publication Date
- 21-Mar-2017
- Withdrawal Date
- 29-Sep-2017
- Technical Committee
- CEN/TC 274 - Aircraft ground support equipment
- Drafting Committee
- CEN/TC 274/WG 1 - Working Group Revision
- Current Stage
- 9093 - Decision to confirm - Review Enquiry
- Start Date
- 06-Sep-2022
- Completion Date
- 17-Sep-2026
- Directive
- Harmonized Standard2006/42/EC - Directive 2006/42/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of 17 May 2006 on machinery, and amending Directive 95/16/EC (recast)OJ Ref: C, C 183 OJ Date: 09-Jun-2017
Overview
EN 12312-6:2017 - "Aircraft ground support equipment - Specific requirements - Part 6: Deicers and de-icing/anti-icing equipment" is a European Standard published by CEN that defines technical safety requirements for deicing, anti‑icing and aircraft washing equipment. The standard focuses on minimizing hazards during commissioning, operation and maintenance of equipment designed exclusively for aircraft de‑icing/anti‑icing/washing liquids when used as intended (including reasonably foreseeable misuse). It applies to self‑propelled deicers, towable deicers and stationary deicing/anti‑icing installations.
Key topics and technical requirements
EN 12312-6:2017 addresses practical safety and functional requirements including:
- Hazard identification and risk minimization - list of significant hazards and required safety measures.
- Spray and fluid systems - recommendations for tanks, pumps, nozzles, heating and mixing systems; functional verification and metering accuracy (see informative Annex B).
- Stability, strength and structural requirements for platforms, booms and chassis.
- Safeguards and safety devices - interlocks, guards, emergency stops and emergency systems.
- Operator’s cabin, controls and displays - ergonomics, monitoring and operator protection.
- Fire protection, heat and poisoning protection - measures related to fluids and equipment operation.
- Operating speeds, lighting and warning devices for stationary equipment.
- Marking, instructions and verification - required markings, user documentation and test/verification procedures.
- Informative annexes on toxicological aspects, environmental aspects of glycol use/collection/treatment, and loading control.
The standard explicitly excludes aeronautical aspects of flight safety related to deicing procedures and fluid efficacy (these are regulated by ICAO, EASA and ISO 11076), as well as stand‑alone fixed installations not integrated with stationary equipment, hydraulic/pneumatic/control or flow‑generating systems.
Practical applications and users
EN 12312-6:2017 is used by:
- GSE manufacturers and designers to specify and certify deicers and stationary deicing systems.
- Airlines, ground handling companies and airports for procurement specifications and safe operation of deicing equipment.
- Maintenance, safety and compliance engineers for procedures, documentation and verification testing.
- Regulatory bodies and inspectors when assessing conformity with EU Directive 2006/42/EC machinery requirements.
Benefits include clearer safety obligations, reduced operational hazards, improved environmental handling of deicing fluids (glycols) and guidance for operator training and protective measures.
Related standards
- EN 12312 (other parts for GSE)
- EN 1915-1 / EN 1915-2 / EN 1915-3 / EN 1915-4 (general GSE requirements, noise and vibration)
- ICAO 9640, EASA EU-OPS guidance and ISO 11076 - for aeronautical deicing procedures and fluid selection (not covered by EN 12312-6).
Relations
- Effective Date
- 04-Sep-2013
- Effective Date
- 17-Sep-2026
- Effective Date
- 09-Feb-2026
- Effective Date
- 09-Feb-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
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Frequently Asked Questions
EN 12312-6:2017 is a standard published by the European Committee for Standardization (CEN). Its full title is "Aircraft ground support equipment - Specific requirements - Part 6: Deicers and de-icing/anti-icing equipment". This standard covers: This European Standard specifies the technical requirements to minimize the hazards listed in Clause 4 which can arise during the commissioning, the operation and the maintenance of deicers and equipment designed exclusively for deicing and washing of aircraft with deicing/antiicing/washing liquids when used as intended, including misuse reasonably foreseeable by the manufacturer, when carried out in accordance with the specifications given by the manufacturer or his authorized representative. It also takes into account some requirements recognized as essential by authorities, aircraft and ground support equipment (GSE) manufacturers as well as airlines and handling agencies. NOTE 1 Safety of aircraft in connection with deicing/antiicing operations is not dealt with in this European Standard. Any, even minor, aircraft deicing or antiicing operation directly affects flight safety on take-off. Prevention of aeronautical accidents resulting from in-flight icing principally concerns the fluids and methods used, but it may in certain cases also concern deicing or antiicing equipment design or operation. These aeronautical aspects are controlled by the applicable Civil Aviation regulations ICAO 9640-AN/940, Manual of aircraft ground de-icing/anti-icing operations and EASA EU-OPS Subpart D 1.345 and its Acceptable Means of Compliance (AMC) and covered in ISO 11076:2012 (AEA Recommendations). They are not covered in this European Standard. This European Standard applies to: a) self-propelled deicers with fixed or mobile platform or hinged boom; b) towable deicers with fixed or mobile platform or hinged boom; c) stationary deicing/antiicing equipment (e.g. fixed boom, gantry or tower cranes equipped with aircraft deicing/antiicing fluid systems). This European Standard does not apply to: d) fixed installations, such as separate storage tanks or heating and filling stations, which are not an integrated part of the stationary deicing equipment; e) hydraulic control systems; f) pneumatic systems; g) flow generating systems as such. No extra requirements on noise and vibration are provided other than those in EN 1915-3 and EN 1915-4. NOTE 2 EN 1915-3 and EN 1915-4 provide the general GSE vibration and noise requirements. This European Standard is not dealing with hazards in respect to a standard automotive chassis and the traffic on the apron. This part of EN 12312 is not applicable to deicers and deicing/antiicing equipment which are manufactured before the date of publication of this standard by CEN. This part of EN 12312 when used in conjunction with EN 1915-1, EN 1915-2, EN 1915-3 and EN 1915-4 provides the requirements for deicers and deicing/antiicing equipment.
This European Standard specifies the technical requirements to minimize the hazards listed in Clause 4 which can arise during the commissioning, the operation and the maintenance of deicers and equipment designed exclusively for deicing and washing of aircraft with deicing/antiicing/washing liquids when used as intended, including misuse reasonably foreseeable by the manufacturer, when carried out in accordance with the specifications given by the manufacturer or his authorized representative. It also takes into account some requirements recognized as essential by authorities, aircraft and ground support equipment (GSE) manufacturers as well as airlines and handling agencies. NOTE 1 Safety of aircraft in connection with deicing/antiicing operations is not dealt with in this European Standard. Any, even minor, aircraft deicing or antiicing operation directly affects flight safety on take-off. Prevention of aeronautical accidents resulting from in-flight icing principally concerns the fluids and methods used, but it may in certain cases also concern deicing or antiicing equipment design or operation. These aeronautical aspects are controlled by the applicable Civil Aviation regulations ICAO 9640-AN/940, Manual of aircraft ground de-icing/anti-icing operations and EASA EU-OPS Subpart D 1.345 and its Acceptable Means of Compliance (AMC) and covered in ISO 11076:2012 (AEA Recommendations). They are not covered in this European Standard. This European Standard applies to: a) self-propelled deicers with fixed or mobile platform or hinged boom; b) towable deicers with fixed or mobile platform or hinged boom; c) stationary deicing/antiicing equipment (e.g. fixed boom, gantry or tower cranes equipped with aircraft deicing/antiicing fluid systems). This European Standard does not apply to: d) fixed installations, such as separate storage tanks or heating and filling stations, which are not an integrated part of the stationary deicing equipment; e) hydraulic control systems; f) pneumatic systems; g) flow generating systems as such. No extra requirements on noise and vibration are provided other than those in EN 1915-3 and EN 1915-4. NOTE 2 EN 1915-3 and EN 1915-4 provide the general GSE vibration and noise requirements. This European Standard is not dealing with hazards in respect to a standard automotive chassis and the traffic on the apron. This part of EN 12312 is not applicable to deicers and deicing/antiicing equipment which are manufactured before the date of publication of this standard by CEN. This part of EN 12312 when used in conjunction with EN 1915-1, EN 1915-2, EN 1915-3 and EN 1915-4 provides the requirements for deicers and deicing/antiicing equipment.
EN 12312-6:2017 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 49.100 - Ground service and maintenance equipment. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
EN 12312-6:2017 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to EN 12312-6:2004+A1:2009, EN ISO 31915-3:2026, ISO 4305:2014, ISO 11076:2012, EN ISO 13850:2015, EN 795:2012, EN 1915-4:2004+A1:2009, EN 1915-3:2004+A1:2009, EN ISO 12100:2010, EN ISO 13732-1:2008, EN ISO 13849-1:2015, EN 1915-2:2001+A1:2009, EN 1915-1:2013, EN 1915-1:2023, EN 1915-1:2001+A1:2009. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.
EN 12312-6:2017 is associated with the following European legislation: EU Directives/Regulations: 2006/42/EC; Standardization Mandates: M/396. When a standard is cited in the Official Journal of the European Union, products manufactured in conformity with it benefit from a presumption of conformity with the essential requirements of the corresponding EU directive or regulation.
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2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.Luftfahrt-Bodengeräte - Besondere Anforderungen - Teil 6: Teil 6: Enteiser und Enteisungs-/VereisungsschutzgeräteMatériel au sol pour aéronefs - Exigences particulières - Partie 6 : Partie 6: Dégivreuses, matériels de dégivrage et d'antigivrageAircraft ground support equipment - Specific requirements - Part 6: Part 6: Deicers and deicing/antiicing equipment49.100Oprema za servis in vzdrževanje na tlehGround service and maintenance equipmentICS:Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z:EN 12312-6:2017SIST EN 12312-6:2017en,fr,de01-maj-2017SIST EN 12312-6:2017SLOVENSKI
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List of hazards . 21 Annex B (informative)
Fluid system . 25 B.1 General . 25 B.2 Functional information . 25 B.2.1 General . 25 B.2.2 Size/design of de-icing equipment . 25 B.3 Recommendations for fluid systems . 26 B.3.1 General . 26 B.3.2 Fluid tanks . 26 B.3.3 Pipe and pump system . 26 B.3.4 Nozzle, spraying equipment . 27 SIST EN 12312-6:2017
Toxicological aspects of using de-icing/anti-icing equipment. 30 C.1 General . 30 C.2 Systems and training of operators . 30 C.2.1 General . 30 C.2.2 Design of the spraying equipment . 31 C.2.2.1 Short spraying distance . 31 C.2.2.2 Mixing systems . 31 C.2.3 Training of operators . 31 C.2.3.1 Theoretical training . 31 C.2.3.2 Practical training . 31 C.2.3.3 Composition of the de-icing staff . 31 C.2.3.4 Recording operation data (statistics) . 31 C.3 Effects on humans . 32 C.3.1 Toxicity of glycols . 32 C.3.1.1 General . 32 C.3.1.2 Mono propylene glycol (MPG) – CAS number 57-55-6 . 32 C.3.1.3 Mono ethylene glycol (MEG) – CAS number 107-21-1 . 32 C.3.1.4 Diethylene glycol (DEG) – CAS number 111-46-6 . 32 C.3.2 Work environment considerations . 33 C.3.3 Aircraft internal environment considerations . 33 C.4 Recommendations . 33 Annex D (informative)
Environmental aspects of de-icing/anti-icing at airports . 34 D.1 General . 34 D.2 Environmental protection . 34 D.2.1 General . 34 D.2.2 Collection of glycol . 35 D.2.2.1 General . 35 D.2.2.2 Mobile collection . 35 D.2.2.3 Central collection . 35 SIST EN 12312-6:2017
Loading control . 39 Annex ZA (informative)
Relationship between this European Standard and the essential requirements of EU Directive 2006/42/EC aimed to be covered . 40 Bibliography . 41
According to the CEN-CENELEC Internal Regulations, the national standards organisations of the following countries are bound to implement this European Standard: Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Turkey and the United Kingdom. SIST EN 12312-6:2017
xã Stability and strength requirements, calculations and test methods EN 1915-3, Aircraft ground support equipment — General requirements — Part 3: Vibration measurement methods and reduction EN 1915-4, Aircraft ground support equipment — General requirements — Part 4: Noise measurement methods and reduction EN ISO 12100:2010, Safety of machinery - General principles for design - Risk assessment and risk
EN ISO 13732-1, Ergonomics of the thermal environment - Methods for the assessment of human responses to contact with surfaces - Part 1-1 EN ISO 13849-1:2015, Safety of machinery - Safety-related parts of control systems - Part 1: General - EN ISO 13850:2015, Safety of machinery - Emergency stop function -
ISO 4305, Mobile cranes — Determination of stability ISO 11076:2012, Aircraft — De-icing/anti-icing methods on the ground DIN 51130:2014-02, Testing of floor coverings — Determination of the anti-slip property — Workrooms and fields of activities with slip danger — Walking method — Ramp test 3 Terms and definitions For the purposes of this document, the terms and definitions given in EN 1915-1:2013, EN ISO 12100:2010 and ISO 11076:2012 and the following apply. 3.1 de-icing/anti-icing equipment piece of equipment, mobile or stationary, used for performing de-icing/anti-icing/washing operations on aircraft on the ground 3.2 deicer entire mobile unit, including the chassis and any structures mounted thereon SIST EN 12312-6:2017
See Annex C for toxicological aspects of de-icing/anti-icing fluids. NOTE 3 The environmental aspects of de-icing/anti-icing fluids are described in Annex D. 5.11.2 Enclosed cabins of de-icing/anti-icing equipment to be used with toxic fluids shall be provided with an appropriate filtration system, on the air intake, for removal of aerosols and vapours produced, consisting of a pre-filter, HEPA filter (High Efficiency Particulate Air filter), and a carbon active filter of appropriate dimensions. NOTE 1 For mono ethylene glycol (MEG) or diethylene glycol (DEG) based fluids, the following fulfils the requirements: a pre-filter type F7 according to EN 779:2012, a HEPA filter type H13 according to EN 1822–1:2009, and a carbon-active filter type A according to EN 14387:2004+A1:2008. For other toxic fluids, the filtration system need to be determined in accordance with the fluid MSDS (material safety datasheet). NOTE 2 For maintenance and replacement of components of the filtration filter, refer to 6.3. In addition, with the filter system operating, ventilation shall maintain a positive pressure in the cabin. 5.11.3 Filling or dumping systems for fluid shall be designed and positioned so that the operator is not subjected to hazards of poisoning. SIST EN 12312-6:2017
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