Railway applications - Tank wagons - Part 7: Platforms and ladders

This European Standard applies to ladders, platforms and walkways on tank wagons fitted with top devices. It does not apply to crossing gangways nor to steps in so far as they are covered by UIC leaflets. This European Standard defines the important dimensions for manufacturers and operators of such tank wagons and takes into consideration the relevant and applicable construction and safety guidelines.
This European Standard applies to new tank wagons built after the 1st January 2010.
In consideration of the smaller loading gauge within the UK, this European Standard does not apply to wagons operating exclusively therein.

Bahnanwendungen - Kesselwagen - Teil 7: Arbeitsbühnen und Leitern

Diese Norm gilt für Leitern, Arbeitsbühnen und Laufstegen an Kesselwagen, die mit oben liegenden Einrichtungen ausgestattet sind. Sie gilt nicht für Übergangsbühnen und Tritte, soweit diese in UIC-Merkblättern festgelegt sind. Diese Norm legt die wichtigen Abmessungen für die Hersteller und Anwender solcher Kesselwagen fest und berücksichtigt die entsprechenden gültigen Konstruktions- und Sicherheitsrichtlinien.
Diese Europäische Norm gilt für neue Kesselwagen, die nach dem 1. Januar 2010 gebaut werden.
Diese Europäische Norm gilt in Anbetracht kleinerer Fahrzeugbegrenzungen innerhalb Großbritanniens nicht für Wagen die ausschließlich dort betrieben werden.

Applications ferrovaires - Wagons citernes - Partie 7: Plate-formes et échelles

La présente Norme européenne s’applique aux échelles, plates-formes et passerelles montées sur les wagons citernes pourvus de dispositifs en haut de la citerne. Elle ne s’applique pas aux plates-formes de franchissement ni aux marchepieds dans la mesure où ils font l’objet de fiches UIC. La présente Norme européenne définit les dimensions essentielles pour les constructeurs et les exploitants de ces wagons citernes et tient compte des recommandations de construction et de sécurité applicables et en vigueur.
La présente Norme européenne s’applique aux nouveaux wagons citernes fabriqués après le 1er janvier 2010.
En considération du gabarit de chargement plus petit au Royaume-Uni, la présente Norme européenne ne s’applique pas aux wagons exploités exclusivement de cette façon.

Železniške naprave - Vagoni-cisterne - 7. del: Delovni odri (ploščadi) in lestve

Ta evropski standard velja za lestve, ploščadi in prehode na vagonih-cisternah, opremljenih z napravami na vrhu. Ne velja za prečne mostičke ali stopnice, če jih zajemajo brošure UIC. Ta evropski standard opredeljuje pomembne mere za proizvajalce in upravljavce takih vagonov-cistern in upošteva ustrezne veljavne smernice za konstrukcijo in varnost. Ta evropski standard velja za nove vagone-cisterne, narejene po 1. januarju 2010. Glede na manjši gabarit v Veliki Britaniji ta evropski standard ne velja za vagone, ki obratujejo izključno tam.

General Information

Status
Published
Public Enquiry End Date
14-May-2011
Publication Date
14-Sep-2011
Technical Committee
Current Stage
6060 - National Implementation/Publication (Adopted Project)
Start Date
06-Sep-2011
Due Date
11-Nov-2011
Completion Date
15-Sep-2011

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Overview

SIST EN 12561-7:2011 is a European Standard developed by CEN that specifies the requirements for platforms, ladders, and walkways on tank wagons fitted with top devices used in railway applications. This standard ensures consistent design and safety criteria for new tank wagons built after January 1, 2010, providing essential dimensions, construction guidelines, and safety considerations. It excludes crossing gangways and steps covered by UIC leaflets and does not apply to wagons operating exclusively in the UK due to its smaller loading gauge.

By standardizing platforms and ladders on tank wagons, SIST EN 12561-7:2011 supports manufacturers and operators in enhancing operational safety, ergonomics, and compliance within the European rail freight sector.

Key Topics

  • Scope and Applicability

    • Applies to ladders, platforms, and walkways on tank wagons with top devices.
    • Excludes crossing gangways and UK-exclusive wagons due to different loading gauge.
    • Targets new tank wagons built post-2010.
  • Ladders

    • Fixed ladders positioned at tank wagon ends or sides.
    • Must include two lateral handrails, constructed with slip-resistant rungs or steps.
    • Ladder pitch between 75° and 90°; steps required if pitch is lower.
    • Design loads: able to withstand 2.0 kN static load with minimal deformation.
    • Protective devices required for lateral ladders extending beyond 250 mm.
    • Warning signs about overhead electrical dangers must be displayed near ladders.
  • Platforms

    • Positioned around manholes, protective covers, and nozzles.
    • Flat, horizontal surfaces with minimum width of 300 mm and surrounding toe plates.
    • Must include fixed points for safety line attachments in accordance with EN 795.
    • Designed to support a uniform load of 3 kN over a 600 mm × 300 mm area with controlled deflection.
  • Walkways

    • Provide access between ladders and platforms; may have up to 5° slope.
    • Minimum width of 500 mm with toe-plates and safety rails.
    • Support load requirements similar to platforms (3 kN distributed load).
    • Designed for ergonomic and safe operator movement along the tank wagon.
  • Grating Characteristics

    • Gratings must exhibit high slip resistance in dry, wet, and oiled conditions.
    • Minimum friction coefficients: 0.65 (dry and wet), 0.30 (oiled).
    • Grating must allow at least 50% void area for drainage and winter condition performance.
  • Fixing and Attachment

    • Use of doubler plates to reinforce attachment points on tank wagon shells.
    • Fixings must be secure to prevent theft and minimize loosening risks.
    • Attachments must not introduce unacceptable stress on the structure during operation.

Applications

SIST EN 12561-7:2011 serves as a vital reference for:

  • Tank Wagon Manufacturers ensuring compliance with European safety and design standards for platforms and ladders.
  • Rail Freight Operators requiring consistent safety features for inspection, maintenance, and operational tasks involving tank wagons.
  • Safety Inspectors and Regulators to verify that tank wagons used in rail transport meet minimum safety criteria.
  • Design Engineers developing new tank wagon designs that conform to interoperability and loading gauge constraints within Europe.
  • Maintenance Personnel who rely on ergonomic and safe platform and ladder designs for effective wagon inspection and servicing.

This standard helps improve occupational safety, accessibility, and operational efficiency in the rail transport of liquid and gas commodities.

Related Standards

  • EN 12561 Series – Complete tank wagon standards including identification plates, filling, emptying devices, manholes, and heating connections.
  • EN 795 – Protection against falls from height; covers anchor device requirements relevant to safety points on platforms.
  • UIC 535-2 – Guidelines for standardization and positioning of steps, handrails, and gangways on wagons.
  • TSI for Freight Wagons – Technical Specifications for Interoperability covering dimensional and safety requirements for wagons, including tank wagons.
  • EN 14564 – Tank terminology, used for consistent definitions and communication.
  • EN ISO 6346:1995 – Container coding and marking, referenced for signage and identification.

By aligning with these interrelated standards, SIST EN 12561-7:2011 supports integrated safety and interoperability within the European rail freight system.


Keywords: SIST EN 12561-7:2011, European Standard, railway applications, tank wagons, platforms, ladders, walkways, safety guidelines, tank wagon design, rail freight, CEN standard, slip-resistant rungs, load-bearing platforms, tank wagon maintenance, railway safety compliance.

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Frequently Asked Questions

SIST EN 12561-7:2011 is a standard published by the Slovenian Institute for Standardization (SIST). Its full title is "Railway applications - Tank wagons - Part 7: Platforms and ladders". This standard covers: This European Standard applies to ladders, platforms and walkways on tank wagons fitted with top devices. It does not apply to crossing gangways nor to steps in so far as they are covered by UIC leaflets. This European Standard defines the important dimensions for manufacturers and operators of such tank wagons and takes into consideration the relevant and applicable construction and safety guidelines. This European Standard applies to new tank wagons built after the 1st January 2010. In consideration of the smaller loading gauge within the UK, this European Standard does not apply to wagons operating exclusively therein.

This European Standard applies to ladders, platforms and walkways on tank wagons fitted with top devices. It does not apply to crossing gangways nor to steps in so far as they are covered by UIC leaflets. This European Standard defines the important dimensions for manufacturers and operators of such tank wagons and takes into consideration the relevant and applicable construction and safety guidelines. This European Standard applies to new tank wagons built after the 1st January 2010. In consideration of the smaller loading gauge within the UK, this European Standard does not apply to wagons operating exclusively therein.

SIST EN 12561-7:2011 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 45.060.20 - Trailing stock. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.

SIST EN 12561-7:2011 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to SIST EN 12561-7:2004. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.

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2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.Bahnanwendungen - Kesselwagen - Teil 7: Arbeitsbühnen und LeiternApplications ferrovaires - Wagons citernes - Partie 7: Plate-formes et échellesRailway applications - Tank wagons - Part 7: Platforms and ladders45.060.20Železniški vagoniTrailing stockICS:Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z:EN 12561-7:2011SIST EN 12561-7:2011en,fr,de01-oktober-2011SIST EN 12561-7:2011SLOVENSKI
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EUROPEAN STANDARD NORME EUROPÉENNE EUROPÄISCHE NORM
EN 12561-7
June 2011 ICS 45.060.20 Supersedes EN 12561-7:2004English Version
Railway applications - Tank wagons - Part 7: Platforms and ladders
Applications ferrovaires - Wagons citernes - Partie 7: Plate-formes et échelles
Bahnanwendungen - Kesselwagen - Teil 7: Arbeitsbühnen und Leitern This European Standard was approved by CEN on 3 June 2011.
CEN members are bound to comply with the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations which stipulate the conditions for giving this European Standard the status of a national standard without any alteration. Up-to-date lists and bibliographical references concerning such national standards may be obtained on application to the CEN-CENELEC Management Centre or to any CEN member.
This European Standard exists in three official versions (English, French, German). A version in any other language made by translation under the responsibility of a CEN member into its own language and notified to the CEN-CENELEC Management Centre has the same status as the official versions.
CEN members are the national standards bodies of Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland and United Kingdom.
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