SIST EN 45545-5:2013

• Abstract:

  This Part of EN 45545 specifies the fire safety requirements for electrical equipment on railway vehicles, including that of trolley buses, track guided buses and magnetic levitation vehicles.; The measures and requirements, specified in this European Standard meet the objective of protecting passengers and staff in railway vehicles in the event of a fire on board by:;  lowering the risk of starting a fire both during operation and as a result of technical defect and/or malfunction of the electrical equipment,;  ensuring that electrical emergency equipment continues to be functional until evacuation is complete ; (see FprEN 45545-6).

• Status: Published
• Public Enquiry End Date: 13-Oct-2010
• Publication Date: 10-Mar-2013
• ICS: 13.220.20 - Fire protection
• ICS: 45.060.01 - Railway rolling stock in general
• Technical Committee: ŽEN - Electrical applications for railways
• Current Stage: 6060 - National Implementation/Publication (Adopted Project)
• Start Date: 05-Mar-2013
• Due Date: 10-May-2013
• Completion Date: 11-Mar-2013
• Directive: 2008/57/EC - DIRECTIVE 2008/57/EC OF THE EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT AND OF THE COUNCIL of 17 June 2008 on the interoperability of the rail system within the Community (Recast)
  OJ Ref: C 345 OJ Date: 26-Nov-2013
• Mandate: M/483 - Mandate for programming and standardisation addressed to the European standardisation bodies under directive 2008/57/EC in the field of the interoperability of the rail system within the European Union
• Ref Project: EN 45545-5:2013 - Railway applications - Fire protection on railway vehicles - Part 5: Fire safety requirements for electrical equipment including that of trolley buses, track guided buses and magnetic levitation vehicles

• Replaces: SIST-TS CLC/TS 45545-5:2009 - Railway applications - Fire protection on railway vehicles - Part 5: Fire safety requirements for electrical equipment including that of trolley buses, track guided buses and magnetic levitation vehicles
• Effective Date: 01-Apr-2013
• Merged Into: SIST EN 45545-5:2013+A1:2015 - Railway applications - Fire protection on railway vehicles - Part 5: Fire safety requirements for electrical equipment including that of trolley buses, track guided buses and magnetic levitation vehicles
• Effective Date: 10-Feb-2026
• Refers: SIST EN 45545-2:2013 - Railway applications - Fire protection on railway vehicles - Part 2: Requirements for fire behavior of materials and components
• Effective Date: 10-Feb-2026
• Refers: SIST EN 45545-6:2025 - Railway applications - Fire protection on railway vehicles - Part 6: Fire control and management systems
• Effective Date: 10-Feb-2026
• Refers: SIST EN 45545-1:2013 - Railway applications - Fire protection on railway vehicles - Part 1: General
• Effective Date: 10-Feb-2026
• Refers: SIST EN 45545-4:2024 - Railway applications - Fire protection on railway vehicles - Part 4: Fire safety requirements for rolling stock design
• Effective Date: 10-Feb-2026
• Refers: SIST EN 45545-3:2013 - Railway applications - Fire protection on railway vehicles - Part 3: Fire resistance requirements for fire barriers
• Effective Date: 10-Feb-2026
• Refers: SIST EN 50125-1:2014 - Railway applications - Environmental conditions for equipment - Part 1: Equipment on board rolling stock
• Effective Date: 03-Feb-2026
• Refers: SIST EN 50343:2025 - Railway applications - Rolling stock - Rules for installation of cabling
• Effective Date: 03-Feb-2026
• Refers: SIST EN 50124-1:2017 - Railway applications - Insulation coordination - Part 1: Basic requirements - Clearances and creepage distances for all electrical and electronic equipment
• Effective Date: 03-Feb-2026
• Refers: SIST EN 61140:2016 - Protection against electric shock - Common aspects for installation and equipment
• Effective Date: 03-Feb-2026
• Amended By: SIST EN 45545-5:2013/kFprA1:2015 - Railway applications - Fire safety on railway vehicles - Part XX: Fire safety requirements for electrical equipment including that of trolley buses, track guided buses and magnetic leviation vehicles
• Effective Date: 10-Feb-2026
• Amended By: SIST EN 45545-5:2013/kFprA1:2015 - Railway applications - Fire safety on railway vehicles - Part XX: Fire safety requirements for electrical equipment including that of trolley buses, track guided buses and magnetic leviation vehicles
• Effective Date: 01-May-2015

Overview

SIST EN 45545-5:2013 is an important European Standard that specifies fire safety requirements for electrical equipment on railway vehicles. This includes not only traditional trains but also trolley buses, track-guided buses, and magnetic levitation vehicles. Developed under the framework of broader fire protection efforts in railway applications, this standard aims to minimize fire risks and enhance the protection of both passengers and staff in the event of an onboard electrical fire.

The standard outlines essential measures to:

• Lower the risk of fire arising from operational or technical failures of electrical equipment.
• Ensure electrical emergency equipment continues to function until evacuation is complete.

Compliance with SIST EN 45545-5:2013 also supports meeting the Essential Requirements of EU Directive 2008/57/EC on railway system interoperability, assisting organizations in aligning with European legal obligations.

Key Topics

The standard addresses a comprehensive set of safety requirements for electrical equipment in railway vehicles, focusing on both preventative and protective approaches:

• Overload and Short Circuit Protection: Mandates systems to detect and interrupt unsafe electrical conditions, reducing fire hazards.
• Cabling Requirements: Stipulates use of metallic ducts, conduits, and proper insulation to minimize risks of arcing and mechanical damage.
• Arc Protection Devices: Describes requirements for arc splash barriers and specific arc barriers (Types A and B) in high-power circuits.
• Enclosure Design: Outlines specifications for containment and separation of electrical equipment, minimizing exposure of live parts and potential explosion risks.
• Emergency Equipment Integrity: Requires that emergency communication, traction controls, brake controls, and door systems remain operational throughout evacuation processes.
• Battery and Heating Element Safety: Addresses specific protections for batteries, heating equipment, and locations exposed to high temperatures or arcing.
• Maintainability: Calls for accessible and maintainable equipment to prevent ignition sources from developing over the equipment lifecycle.
• Modification and Updates: Ensures that any changes to electrical systems maintain the original fire safety performance.

Applications

SIST EN 45545-5:2013 is vital for organizations involved in the design, production, operation, and maintenance of rail-bound vehicles, as well as trolley buses and similar guided urban transport systems. Key applications include:

• Rolling Stock Manufacturing: Integrating fire safety requirements from the earliest stages of electrical equipment design and installation.
• System Integration: Ensuring compatibility of subsystems with broader fire protection strategies (referencing other related standards in the EN 45545 series).
• Maintenance Programs: Developing inspection, cleaning, repair, and testing schedules that maintain the fire safety integrity of electrical installations.
• Compliance Audits: Demonstrating conformity to legislative and industry safety requirements for fire prevention in railway vehicles.

By following this standard, operators and manufacturers can significantly enhance fire safety, reduce operational risks, and safeguard passengers and staff.

Related Standards

Integration with other standards is crucial for holistic fire safety management in rail environments. Key related standards include:

• EN 45545-1: General requirements for fire protection on railway vehicles.
• EN 45545-2: Specifications for fire behavior of materials and components.
• EN 45545-3: Fire resistance requirements for fire barriers.
• EN 45545-4: Design-based fire safety requirements for rolling stock.
• EN 45545-6: Requirements for fire control and management systems.
• EN 50124-1: Insulation coordination for electrical equipment.
• EN 50343: Installation rules for cabling.

Adopting SIST EN 45545-5:2013 in conjunction with these standards enables comprehensive fire safety coverage, helping rail operators meet the rigorous demands of modern public transport safety and reliability.

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EUROPEAN STANDARD EN 45545-5 NORME EUROPÉENNE
EUROPÄISCHE NORM March 2013
Management Centre: Avenue Marnix 17, B - 1000 Brussels
Ref. No. EN 45545-5:2013 E
ICS 13.220.20; 45.060.01 Supersedes CLC/TS 45545-5:2009
English version
Railway applications -
Fire protection on railway vehicles -
Part 5: Fire safety requirements for electrical equipment including that of trolley buses, track guided buses and magnetic levitation vehicles
Applications ferroviaires -
Protection contre les incendies dans les véhicules ferroviaires -
Partie 5: Exigences de sécurité incendie pour l'équipement électrique, y compris celui des trolleybus, des autobus guidés et des véhicules à sustentation magnétique
Bahnanwendungen -
Brandschutz in Schienenfahrzeugen -
Teil 5: Brandschutzanforderungen an die elektrische Ausrüstung einschließlich der von Oberleitungsbussen, spurgeführten Bussen und Magnetschwebefahrzeugen
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Relationship between this European Standard and the Essential Requirements of EU Directive 2008/57/EC . 12 Bibliography. 14
Attention is drawn to the possibility that some of the elements of this document may be the subject of patent rights. CENELEC [and/or CEN] shall not be held responsible for identifying any or all such patent rights. This document supersedes CLC/TS 45545-5:2009. This document has been prepared under a mandate given to CENELEC by the European Commission and the European Free Trade Association, and supports essential requirements of EU Directive 2008/57/EC. For relationship with EU Directive 2008/57/EC, see informative Annex ZZ, which is an integral part of this document. This series of European standards Railway applications — Fire protection on railway vehicles consists of:  Part 1: General;  Part 2: Requirements for fire behaviour of materials and components;  Part 3: Fire resistance requirements for fire barriers;  Part 4: Fire safety requirements for railway rolling stock design;  Part 5: Fire safety requirements for electrical equipment including that of trolley buses, track guided buses and magnetic levitation vehicles;  Part 6: Fire control and management systems;  Part 7: Fire safety requirements for flammable liquid and flammable gas installations. SIST EN 45545-5:2013

(see EN 45545-6). 2 Normative references The following documents, in whole or in part, are normatively referenced in this document and are indispensable for its application. For dated references, only the edition cited applies. For undated references, the latest edition of the referenced document (including any amendments) applies. EN 45545-1:2013, Railway applications — Fire protection on railway vehicles — Part 1: General EN 45545-2:2013, Railway applications — Fire protection on railway vehicles — Part 2: Requirements for fire behavior of materials and components EN 45545-3:2013, Railway applications — Fire protection on railway vehicles — Part 3: Fire resistance requirements for fire barriers EN 45545-4, Railway applications — Fire protection on railway vehicles — Part 4: Fire safety requirements for rolling stock design EN 45545-6, Railway applications — Fire protection on railway vehicles — Part 6: Fire control and management systems EN 50124-1, Railway applications — Insulation coordination — Part 1: Basic requirements — Clearances and creepage distances for all electrical and electronic equipment EN 50125-1, Railway applications — Environmental conditions for equipment — Part 1: Equipment on board rolling stock EN 50153, Railway applications — Rolling stock — Protective provisions relating to electrical hazards EN 50343, Railway applications — Rolling stock — Rules for installation of cabling EN 61140, Protection against electric shock — Common aspects for installation and equipment (IEC 61140) 3 Terms and definitions For the purposes of this document, the terms and definitions given in EN 45545-1:2013 apply. 4 General requirements The electrical design requirements used for railway vehicles are supplemented by the design requirements of this European Standard. SIST EN 45545-5:2013

Precautions may be:  preferably fault detection equipment design;
 operation instruction. 5.2 Cabling High power cables shall be contained in a metallic duct or a metallic conduit earth bonded to the body if they are running: SIST EN 45545-5:2013
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