Vertical Accessibility Workshop Standards

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‘VERTICAL ACCESSIBILITY WORKSHOP’

EN 81-41:2010
Presentation by
Heath Potton
Engineering Manager
(Wessex Lift Co Limited)
28/03/2012 Accessibility Workshop 1

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NBN (Belgium Standard):

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- European Harmonised Standard and is used throughout Europe.
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- International Standard and may be used throughout the world..
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- International standards for Electrical, electronic and related technologies.
When adopted in the UK, Belgium or any other member state country the
standard may be prefixed.
BS EN 81-41:2010 and NBN EN 81-41:2010 are the same as EN 81-41:2010

What is a Standard?
Definitions: -
1. A standard is a published specification that
establishes a common norm.
2. A standard is a recognised document that defines
good practice.
- Standards are designed for voluntary use and do not usually impose any
regulation.
- However, laws and regulations may refer to certain standards making
compliance with them compulsory.

What is a Harmonised Standard?
“Harmonised Standards” are European standards, adopted throughout the
EU to meet the requirements of the Directives.
Compliance with the appropriate harmonised standards provides a

presumption of conformity to the Essential Requirements of the EU directives
and hence application of the CE mark.
The appropriate harmonised standards are published in the Official Journal of

the EU.
Compliance with harmonised standards is voluntary, and manufacturers are

free to choose any other technical solution that provides compliance with the
essential requirements.

Types of Machinery Standards
EN Standards for Machinery Safety fall into 3 basic groups: -
Type A Standards – Basic Safety Standards

Includes basic ideas, design principles and general EN ISO 14121-1
aspects for devices and systems A EN ISO 12100:2010
Type B Standards – Safety Group Standards

Refers to safety aspects or safety critical setups. They EN ISO 13849-1
can be used for a wholes series of machines, devices
and systems.
B EN 60204-1
Type C Standards – Machine Safety Standards EN 81- Series

They include detailed safety requirements for a single EN 12415
machine or a group of machines. C EN 775
EN 693

Standards Harmonisation with Directives
 Standards relationships with directive(s) are identified in the Annex’s: -
 EN 81-41:2010 Annex ZA – provides a means of conforming to the Essential

Requirements of Directive 2006/42/EC.
 Others
• EN 81-70 Annex ZA – Lift Directive (95/16/EC)
• EN 81-2 Annex ZA – Lift Directive (95/16/EC)
• EN 81-40 Annex ZA – Machinery Directive (2006/42/EC)

Structure of an EN (Euro Norm) Standard
Most if not all Harmonised standards follow the same structure and format.
Introduction
1. Scope
2. Normative References
3. Terms & Conditions
4. List of Hazards
5. Safety Requirements
6. Verification
7. Information for use

EN 81-41:2010
The Introduction tells us the following about EN 81-41:2010
• EN 81-41:2010 is a Type C Standard as defined in EN ISO 12100 (all parts).

• The lifting platforms are suitable for Type A & B wheelchairs as defined in EN
12183/12184.
• Additional items relevant to lifting platforms referred to in EN 81-70 have been
included.
• Addresses the EHSR of the MD 2006/42/EC
• Provides minimum rules for the installation of lifting platforms into building
constructions.
• Minimum passageways must conform to national building regulations, i.e. The lift
(doors, traps, ramps or protective means) should not cause an obstruction.

EN 81-41:2010
Safety Rules for construction and installation of lifts
– Special lifts for the transportation of persons and
goods Part 41: “Vertical lifting platforms intended for use by
persons with impaired mobility”
Construction
Manufacturing
Installation
Maintenance
Dismantling

The Wessex Liberty 3 - Enclosed Lifting Platform
Platform & Carrier
not Enclosed
Enclosed Lift-way
Pre-defined
levels
Lifting is vertical
and not inclined.
EN 81-41:2010
What assumptions have been made in EN 81-41:2010
• VLP’s are installed in both new & existing buildings.
• Designed in accordance with sound engineering practice & calculations consider all
failure modes.
• VLP’s are of sound mechanical and electrical construction
• Hazards due to hydraulic, pneumatic equipment etc are dealt with according to
relevant B standards.
• Known hazardous materials (Asbestos) are to be avoided.
• Components are kept in good repair through maintenance of the VLP.
• Safe operation of load bearing elements is assured through to the static and
dynamic limitations of the max working range.
• Maximum range of operating temperature is from +5°C to +40°C.
• Negotiations have been made (at contract review) between customer and
manufacturer about other factors (environmental, users, fire protection etc)

EN 81-41:2010
Additional Requirements that EN 81-41:2010 does not deal with: -
• Operation in severe conditions.

• Lightning Protection.
• Type C Wheelchairs.
• Noise and Vibration.
• Vandalism, earthquakes, flooding. Discuss with Client.
• Hazards during manufacture.
• Completely enclosed carriers.
• Handling of materials which could cause a hazard.
• VLP’s whose primary function is to carry goods.

EN 81-41:2010
Clause 2 - Normative References
(Standards that need to be read in conjunction with EN 81-41: 2010)
• EN 81-1:1998, Safety rules for the construction and installation of lifts — Part 1: Electric lifts
• EN 81-2:1998, Safety rules for the construction and installation of lifts — Part 2: Hydraulic lifts
• EN 81-58, Safety rules for the construction and installation of lifts — Examination and tests — Part 58: Landing doors fire resistance test
• EN 349, Safety of machinery — Minimum gaps to avoid crushing of parts of the human body
• EN 953, Safety of machinery — Guards — General requirements for the design and construction of fixed and movable guards
• EN 12015, Electromagnetic compatibility — Product family standard for lifts, escalators and moving walks — Emission
• EN 12016, Electromagnetic compatibility — Product family standard for lifts, escalators and moving walks — Immunity
• EN 12183, Manual wheelchairs — Requirements and test methods
• EN 12184, Electrically powered wheelchairs, scooters and their chargers — Requirements and test methods
• EN 12385-4, Steel wire ropes — Safety — Part 4: Stranded ropes for general lifting applications
• EN 13411 (all parts), Terminations for steel wire ropes
• EN 50214, Flat polyvinyl chloride sheathed flexible cables
• EN 60204-1:2006, Safety of machinery — Electrical equipment of machines — Part 1: General requirements (IEC 60204-1:2005, modified)
• EN 60204-32, Safety of machinery — Electrical equipment of machines — Part 32: Requirements for hoisting machines (IEC 60204-32:2008)
• EN 60529, Degrees of protection provided by enclosures (IP code) (IEC 60529:1989)
• EN 60664-1:2007, Insulation coordination for equipment within low-voltage systems — Part 1: Principles, requirements and tests (IEC 60664-1:2007)
• EN 60747-5 (all parts), Discrete semiconductor devices and integrated circuits — Part 5: Optoelectronic devices
• EN 60947-1:2007, Low-voltage switchgear and control gear — Part 1: General rules (IEC 60947-1:2007)
• EN 60947-4-1, Low-voltage switchgear and control gear — Part 4-1: Contactors and motor-starters — Electromechanical contactors and motor-starters (IEC 60947-4-1:2000)
• EN 60947-5-1, Low-voltage switchgear and control gear — Part 5-1: Control circuit devices and switching elements — Electromechanical control circuit devices (IEC 60947-5-1:2003)
• EN 60950-1, Information technology equipment — Safety — Part 1: General requirements (IEC 60950-1:2005, modified)
• EN 61249-2 (all parts), Materials for printed boards and other interconnection structures — Part 2: Sectional specification set for reinforced base materials, clad and unclad
• EN 61558-1, Safety of power transformers, power supplies, reactors and similar products — Part 1: General requirements and tests (IEC 61558-1:2005)
• EN 62326-1, Printed boards — Part 1: Generic specification (IEC 62326-1:2002)
• EN ISO 12100-1:2003, Safety of machinery — Basic concepts, general principles for design — Part 1: Basic terminology, methodology (ISO 12100-1:2003)
• EN ISO 12100-2:2003, Safety of machinery — Basic concepts, general principles for design — Part 2: Technical principles (ISO 12100-2:2003)
• EN ISO 13850, Safety of machinery — Emergency stop — Principles for design (ISO 13850:2006)
• EN ISO 13857:2008, Safety of machinery — Safety distances to prevent hazard zones being reached by upper and lower limbs (ISO 13857:2008)
• ISO 606, Short-pitch transmission precision roller and bush chains, attachments and associated chain sprockets
• ISO 6336 (all parts), Calculation of load capacity of spur and helical gears
• ISO 7000, Graphical symbols for use on equipment — Index and synopsis
• IEC 60417-DB, Graphical symbols for use on equipment
• HD 384.6.61 S1, Electrical installations of buildings Part 6-61: Verification Initial verification
Some 33 Standards

EN 81-41:2010
Clause 3 - Terms & Conditions (Words that have a particular meaning)
Electric safety chain
Enclosed Lift way
Drive unit
Guided Chain Guided Chain System Load Carrying Nut
Public Access Restrictor
Rupture Valve

EN 81-41:2010
Clause 4 – Listing of Significant Hazards (Table 1, Page 13)
This clause details all of the hazards identified through risk assessment that are
applicable to this type of machinery. Action is required to eliminate or reduce the risk.
All hazards are based on EN ISO 14121-1.
Examples of the significant hazards are: -

 Mechanical Hazards
 Electrical Hazards
 Thermal Hazards
 Human Error
 Falling of person from carrier....
Each hazard has been assigned to the relevant sub clause in clause 5 of EN 81-41:2010.
Reference to Table 1 should be made to identify and eliminate site specific hazards.

EN 81-41:2010
Clause 5 – Safety Requirements and/or protective measures
• The machinery shall comply with the safety requirements and or

protective measures of this clause.
• The machine shall be designed according to the principles of EN ISO
12100 for relevant hazards.
• Dimensions specified in this standard shall be maintained despite wear.
• Considerations for protection against corrosion shall be given
• Vibration and noise transmissions shall be minimised.
• The design shall take account of frequency of use.

EN 81-41:2010
5.1.3 - Guarding
Access Panels cannot be
removed, they are fully captive.
Access Panels
Can only be removed using
special tooling with captive
fixings.
Carrier Frame
Platform

5.1.4.2 – Working Areas under the Platform
(Lower Door not shown for clarity)
Platform & Carrier

Frame
Use of mechanical blocking device to provide

access beneath platform. 1000mm gap.
Position detected by electronic switch.
Capable of stopping platform at rated speed

with max working load e.g., 0.8m/sec at
400kg.
Ground Floor
EN 81-41:2010
Speed and Platform Loadings
5.1.5 - Rated Speed 0.15 m/s Max
5.1.6 – Rated Load is from a calculation based on not
less than 250kg/m2 of the clear usable area of the
platform.
250 x (1.4 x 1.1) = 385kg (400kg)
Maximum rated load shall not exceed 500kg
Minimum loads are given for wheelchair types.
5.1.7 – Overload of platform is rated load + 75kg,
indicated by audible and visual signals. Doors to
remain locked or un-lockable in the unlocking zone
EN 81-41:2010
Platform Dimensions
5.1.8 – Clear loading areas (including sensitive edges)
shall not exceed 2m2
Principle Use Min Platform Dimensions Min rated load
(width x length) (kg)
Type A & B wheelchairs with 1100 x 1400** 385

attendant and adjacent entrances
Type A & B wheelchairs with an 900 x 1400** 315

attendant
Lone user, either standing or in a type 800 x 1250 250

A wheelchair
Above table gives dimensions to accommodate Type A or Type B wheelchairs,

these shall be equal or greater.
**Note: In public access buildings, the platform length shall not be less than
1400mm. This gives sufficient space for an attendant.
EN 81-41:2010
Protection of Equipment from external Influences
5.1.11.1 General
Mechanical and Electrical components shall be protected from external

influences that would be encountered at the proposed installation site.
Ingress of Water – IP54 rating protection for electrical components,

Moisture must be prevented from entering the lift-way, alternatively
drainage must be provide.
Effects of temperature, humidity, corrosion etc
Actions of vegetation.

EN 81-41:2010
5.2 Platform Support/Guide System
Guide Rail
Platform
Encapsulated Guide
System
Lift Enclosure Safety Edge 20mm
Plan View of Enclosed Vertical Platform Lift

Carrier Frame

EN 81-41:2010
5.4.2.3 Stopping and levelling accuracy
Platform
Upper Threshold
Exit Point (Door not shown) at Upper Floor Level

EN 81-41:2010
5.4.10 Additional Requirements for Hydraulic Drive.
Liberty 3 is direct acting and has a flexible

connection arrangement of ram to carrier
frame 5.4.10.3.1
Carrier Frame
Hydraulic Cylinder
or Jack

EN 81-41:2010
5.4.10 Continued...
Sensitive Safety
Edge
Liberty 3 is direct acting and has a flexible

connection arrangement of ram to carrier
frame 5.4.10.3.1
Carrier Frame
Hydraulic Cylinder
or Jack

EN 81-41:2010
5.5 Electrical Installation and Equipment.
Dedicated Power Supply & Electrical Installation/Equipment conforming with EN 60204-1.
Supply to outlets on lifting platform shall be provided with a 30mA RCB.
5.5.4 Lighting to be not less than 50 lux at the platform floor.
5.5.5 Electrical socket output should be provided adjacent to the lifting platform to allow for local
lighting during inspection/servicing.
5.5.9 Electromagnetic compatibility shall comply with the requirements of EN 12015 & EN 12016.
5.5.16 Emergency Alarm Devices
5.5.17 Cable less controls

EN 81-41:2010
5.5.15 – Control Devices
Alarm – Call for Assistance
Landing Call Plate
Emergency Stopping Device

Platform Controls

5.6 Requirements for lifting Platform Enclosures
5mm,
 1.5mm 1.5mm
2000
F = 300 N
15°

5.6.5 Glass
Minimum thickness in mm
Type of Glass
Diameter of Inscribed circle
1000 max 2000 max

Toughened & Laminated 8 10
(4+4+0.76) (5+5+0.76)
Laminated 10 12
(5+5+0.76) (6+6+0.76)
Table 9 – Glass Panels to be used in walls of lift-way
Type of Glass Minimum thickness Maximum diameter of

inscribed circle
Toughened 8 100
Toughened & Laminated 8 1000

(4+4+0.76)
Laminated 10 1000
(5+5+0.76)
Table 10 – Glass Panels to be used in hinged doors

EN 81-41:2010
Clause 6 – Verification.
6.1 Verification methods are given in table 11 and
comprise: -
• Visual Inspection
• Performance check or Test
• Measurement
• Drawing or Calculation
• User Information

EN 81-41:2010
Clause 6 – Verification Cont’d
6.3 Verification tests on each machine before 1st use
- Must be carried out after installation and before putting the

lifting platform into service.
- The lifting platform is subject to a thorough examination and

test and must be certified (6.3.2) by the installer.

EN 81-41:2010
Clause 7 – Information for Use.
5.9.5 Ceilings

EN 81-41:2010
Annexes
 Annex A – Electronic components: failure exclusion.
 Annex B – Guidance in selection of lifting platforms.
 Annex C – Recommendations for the provisions and use of specially adapted control devices,
switches and sensors.
 Annex D – In-use periodic examination, tests and servicing.
 Annex E – Safety Components, test procedures for verification of conformity.
 Annex F – Steel guide rail calculation.
 Annex G – Friction/Traction drive, Calculation and test for verification of traction conformity.
 Annex ZA – Relationships between this EN standard and the EHSR of the EU directive
2006/42/EC

Conclusions
So what does this mean for you?
Regardless of which standards you wish to align your regulations to, you must bear in
mind the directives 2006/42/EC and 95/16/EC. This is the legal requirement and to
which EN Harmonised standards must demonstrate compliance to. (Look at the ZA
Annexes).
Basing regulations on the EN 81 series of safety standards will ensure (by presumption of
conformity) that equipment complies to the machinery directive or the lift directive.
The EN 81 series of standards will make it easier for relevant authorities, architects and
planners to understand and for European notified bodies to assess the safety
requirements for Vertical platform lifts. “A Common Norm”
The EN81 series of standards will improve and raise the safety requirements for
European platform lifts, for the benefit of the user.

Conclusions (Cont’d)
Cautionary Points!
However, some regional standards e.g. BS 6440 & BS 5900 are applicable to products
that are not bound by harmonised (EN) standards, which are sold to other countries
within the EU. You will need to ensure that these products meet the EHSR of the
directive 2006/42/EC. Consider the use of 3rd Party Notified Bodies and their recognition
in your regional country. Look for the CE mark.
Products purchased from outside the EU may not bear the CE mark. If you import and
place the machine on the market within the EU, you are then considered the
manufacturer and are responsible for ensuring the machine meets the EHSR of the
directive 2006/42/EC.

Bibliography
http://eur-lex.europa.eu/JOIndex.do
http://ec.europa.eu/enterprise/newapproach/nando/
http://www.wessexlifts.co.uk

Thank you for your time
and for listening.
Any Questions?
Presenter
Heath Potton
heath.potton@wessexlifts.co.uk

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‘Welcome’

‘VERTICAL ACCESSIBILITY WORKSHOP’

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Germany Italy France Belgium

NBN (Belgium Standard):

ISO (International Standards Organisation):

IEC (International Electro-technical Commission):

BS EN 81-41:2010 and NBN EN 81-41:2010 are the same as EN 81-41:2010

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Compliance with the appropriate harmonised standards provides a

The appropriate harmonised standards are published in the Official Journal of

Compliance with harmonised standards is voluntary, and manufacturers are

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Type A Standards – Basic Safety Standards

Type B Standards – Safety Group Standards

Type C Standards – Machine Safety Standards EN 81- Series

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 EN 81-41:2010 Annex ZA – provides a means of conforming to the Essential

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3. Terms & Conditions

7. Information for use

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• EN 81-41:2010 is a Type C Standard as defined in EN ISO 12100 (all parts).

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• Operation in severe conditions.

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Enclosed Lift way

Guided Chain Guided Chain System Load Carrying Nut

Public Access Restrictor

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All hazards are based on EN ISO 14121-1.

Examples of the significant hazards are: -

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• The machinery shall comply with the safety requirements and or

• Dimensions specified in this standard shall be maintained despite wear.

• Considerations for protection against corrosion shall be given

• Vibration and noise transmissions shall be minimised.

• The design shall take account of frequency of use.

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Platform & Carrier

Use of mechanical blocking device to provide

Position detected by electronic switch.

Capable of stopping platform at rated speed

Type A & B wheelchairs with 1100 x 1400** 385

Type A & B wheelchairs with an 900 x 1400** 315

Lone user, either standing or in a type 800 x 1250 250

Above table gives dimensions to accommodate Type A or Type B wheelchairs,

Mechanical and Electrical components shall be protected from external

Ingress of Water – IP54 rating protection for electrical components,

Effects of temperature, humidity, corrosion etc

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Lift Enclosure Safety Edge 20mm

Plan View of Enclosed Vertical Platform Lift

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Exit Point (Door not shown) at Upper Floor Level

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Liberty 3 is direct acting and has a flexible

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Liberty 3 is direct acting and has a flexible