BRITISH STANDARD BS EN

14502-2:2005
+A1:2008

Cranes — Equipment
for the lifting of
persons —
Part 2: Elevating control stations

ICS 53.020.30

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National foreword

This British Standard is the UK implementation of EN 14502-2:2005+A1:2008.

It supersedes BS EN 14502-2:2005 which is withdrawn.
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MHE/3, Cranes and derricks, to Subcommittee MHE/3/11, Crane safety and
testing.
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EUROPEAN STANDARD EN 14502-2:2005+A1
NORME EUROPÉENNE
EUROPÄISCHE NORM April 2008

ICS 53.020.20 Supersedes EN 14502-2:2005

English Version

Cranes - Equipment for the lifting of persons - Part 2: Elevating

control stations

Appareils de levage à charge suspendue - Equipements Krane - Einrichtungen zum Heben von Personen - Teil 2:
pour le levage de personnes - Partie 2: Cabines élevables Höhenverstellbare Steuerstände

This European Standard was approved by CEN on 19 May 2005 and includes Amendment 1 approved by CEN on 4 March 2008.

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 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 Management Centre has the same status as the
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Contents Page

Foreword..............................................................................................................................................................3
Introduction .........................................................................................................................................................4
1 Scope ......................................................................................................................................................5
2 Normative references ............................................................................................................................6
3 Terms and definitions ...........................................................................................................................7
4 List of significant hazards ....................................................................................................................8
5 Safety requirements and/or protective measures ............................................................................10
6 Verification of the safety requirements and/or protective measures.............................................18
7 Information for use ..............................................................................................................................21
Annex A (normative) General concept for proof of competence................................................................23
Annex B (informative) Selection of a suitable set of crane standards for a given application ...............24
Annex ZA (informative) Relationship between this European Standard and the Essential
Requirements of EU Directive 98/37/EC ............................................................................................25
Annex ZB (informative) !Relationship between this European standard and the Essential
Requirements of EU Directive 2006/42/EC ........................................................................................26
Bibliography ......................................................................................................................................................27

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Foreword
This document (EN 14502-2:2005+A1:2008) has been prepared by Technical Committee CEN/TC 147
“Cranes - Safety”, the secretariat of which is held by BSI.

This European Standard shall be given the status of a national standard, either by publication of an identical
text or by endorsement, at the latest by October 2008, and conflicting national standards shall be withdrawn at
the latest by October 2008.

This document supersedes EN 14502-2:2005.

This document includes Amendment 1, approved by CEN on 2008-03-04.

The start and finish of text introduced or altered by amendment is indicated in the text by tags !".

This document has been prepared under a mandate given to CEN by the European Commission and the
European Free Trade Association, and supports essential requirements of EU Directive(s).

!For relationship with EU Directive(s), see informative Annexes ZA and ZB, which are integral parts of this
document."

This European Standard is one part of EN 14502. The other part is:

EN 14502-1: Suspended baskets.

According to the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations, the national standards organizations of the following
countries are bound to implement this European Standard: Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, 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 the United Kingdom.

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Introduction
This European Standard has been prepared as a harmonized standard to provide one means for elevating
control stations to conform to the relevant essential health and safety requirements of the Machinery Directive
98/37/EC.

This European Standard is a type C standard as specified in EN ISO 12100-1.

The machinery concerned and the extent to which hazards, hazardous situations and events are covered are
indicated in the scope of this European Standard.

When provisions of this type C standard are different from those which are stated in type B standard, the
provisions of this type C standard take precedence over the provisions of the other standards, for machines
that have been designed and built according to the provisions of this type C standard.

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1 Scope
This European Standard specifies additional requirements for the design of elevating control stations on
cranes.

General requirements for control stations on cranes are specified in EN 13557.

This European Standard also specifies requirements for the driving mechanism, the supporting and
suspension system and for safety devices for the elevating control station.

This European Standard does not cover hazards which could occur during transport, erection, commissioning,
modification, maintenance, de-commissioning or disposal.

This European Standard does not apply to control stations which will move with a load or a load lifting
attachment.

This European Standard does not apply to lifts for crane drivers.

This European Standard does not deal with noise hazards because noise due to the movement of the
elevating control station is negligible compared to the noise due to the normal operation of the crane.

NOTE Noise hazards are dealt within the appropriate European Standard for specific crane types.

The significant hazards covered by this European Standard are identified in Clause 4.

This European Standard is not applicable to elevating control stations which are manufactured before the date
of publication by CEN.

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2 Normative references
The following referenced documents are indispensable for the application of this European Standard. For
dated references, only the edition cited applies. For undated references, the latest edition of the referenced
document (including any amendments) applies.

EN 349:1993, Safety of machinery — Minimum gaps to avoid crushing of parts of the human body

EN 818-7, Short link chain for lifting purposes — Safety — Part 7: Fine tolerance hoist chain, Grade T (Types
T, DAT and DT)

EN 953:1997, Safety of machinery — Guards — General requirements for the design and construction of fixed
and movable guards

EN 982:1996, Safety of machinery — Safety requirements for fluid power systems and their components —
Hydraulics

EN 12077-2:1999, Cranes safety — Requirements for health and safety — Part 2: Limiting and indicating
devices

EN 13411-3, Terminations for steel wire ropes — Safety — Part 3: Ferrules and ferrule-securing

EN 13411-4, Terminations for steel wire ropes — Safety — Part 4: Metal and resin socketing

EN 13411-6, Terminations for steel wire ropes — Safety — Part 6: Asymmetric wedge socket

EN 13557:2003, Cranes — Controls and control stations

EN 13586:2004, Cranes — Access

EN 60204-32:1999, Safety of machinery — Electrical equipment of machines — Part 32: Requirements for
hoisting machines

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)

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3 Terms and definitions

For the purposes of this European Standard, the terms and definitions given in EN ISO 12100-1:2003,
EN 13557:2003 and the following apply.

3.1
elevating control station
control station where the operator can vary his/her elevated position.

NOTE An elevating control station can consist of a cabin or a cabin and a platform.

3.2
maximum operating speed
maximum speed measured during upward and downward travel of the elevating control station with its rated
capacity

3.3
rated capacity
load that the elevating control station is designed to support

3.4
safety gear
device intended to stop the descent of the elevating control station under emergency conditions, e.g. breaking
of a suspension wire rope or failure of a hoist

3.5
slack rope
chain limiter
device to automatically prevent dangers from slack rope/chain situations

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4 List of significant hazards

Table 1 identifies all the significant hazards, hazardous situations and events, as far as they are dealt with in
this European Standard, identified by risk assessment as significant for this type of machinery and which
require action to eliminate or reduce the risk.

Table 1 — List of significant hazards and associated requirements

N° Hazards Relevant clause(s) in

this European Standard
1.1 Crushing hazard 5.2.1, 5.2.2,

1.2 Shearing hazard 5.2.3, 5.4.7,

1.3 Cutting or severing hazard 5.6.1.3

1.4 Entanglement hazard

1.5 Drawing-in or trapping hazard

1.6 Impact hazard

1.9 High pressure fluid injection or ejection 5.6.6

hazard

2 Electrical hazards 5.2.5

3 Thermal hazards 5.2.1

8.3 Neglected use of personal protection 5.2.2

equipment

8.6 Human error, human behaviour 5.2.1, 5.4.4, 5.7

13 Failure of power supply 5.4.6

15 Errors of fitting 5.6.4.2, 5.6.5

19 Slip, trip and fall of persons (related to 5.2.1, 5.2.2, 5.4.7

machinery)

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Table 1 (continued)

N° Hazards Relevant clause(s) in this

European Standard
21.1 Fall of persons during access (or at/from) 5.2.2, 5.4.3, 5.4.4, 5.4.7
the work position

21.2 Exhaust gases/lack of oxygen at the work 5.2.1

position

21.3 Fire (flammability of the cab, lack of 5.2.1, 5.2.2

extinguishing means)

21.4 Mechanical hazards at work position :

c) fall of objects, penetration by objects 5.2.1, 5.4.5

21.5 Insufficient visibility 5.2.1, 5.5.4

21.7 Inadequate seating 5.2.1

21.9 Vibration at work position 5.2.1

21.10 Insufficient means for 5.2.1, 5.2.2, 5.4.6

evacuation/emergency exit

22.1 Inadequate location of manual controls 5.2.1, 5.5.1, 5.5.4

22.2 Inadequate design of manual controls 5.2.1, 5.4.8, 5.5

and their mode of operation

24 Due to power force and to transmission 5.6.1

of power between machines

25.1 Unauthorized start-up/use 5.2.1, 5.5.3

27.4 Insufficient mechanical strength of parts 5.2.1, 5.2.2, 5.3

27.5 Inadequate design of pulleys, drums 5.6.3.3

27.6 Inadequate selection of chain, ropes, 5.6.3.2, 5.6.3.3, 5.6.4

lifting accessories and their inadequate
integration into the machine

27.8 Abnormal condition of 5.6.3.2.7, 5.6.4, 5.6.5,

assembly/testing/use/maintenance 5.6.6.12, 5.8, 7

34.1 Inadequate mechanical strength – 5.3, 5.6.1.9, 5.6.2.1,

inadequate working coefficients 5.6.3.1.1, 5.6.3.2, 5.6.4.3,
5.6.4.4, 5.6.5.1, 5.6.6.

34.4 Overspeed of person carrier 5.2.4, 5.4.1, 5.8.3

35 Falling from person carrier 5.2.4, 5.2.5, 5.4.2, 5.4.4

NOTE Numbering of hazards is in accordance with Annex A of EN 1050:1996.

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5 Safety requirements and/or protective measures

5.1 General

Elevating control stations shall conform to the safety requirements and/or protective measures of this clause.
In addition, elevating control stations shall be designed according to the principles of EN ISO 12100-1 and EN
ISO 12100-2 for hazards relevant but not significant, which are not dealt with by this European Standard (e.g.
sharp edges).

General requirements for a control station are specified in 5.2.

Specific requirements for an elevating control station are specified in 5.3 to 5.9.

5.2 General requirements

5.2.1 Elevating control stations and the controls for crane functions shall conform to
EN 13557.

5.2.2 Access to elevating control stations shall conform to EN 13586.

5.2.3 Elevating control stations shall be designed so that either the safety distances or guarding comply with
EN 953 and EN 349.

5.2.4 Limiters for the movement of elevating control stations shall be provided in accordance with 5.6 of EN
12077-2:1999.

5.2.5 Electrical equipment shall be designed in accordance with EN 60204-32.

5.3 Rated capacity and structural calculation

Minimum safety coefficients for proof of competence for elevating control stations and their supporting
structure / suspension elements are given in specific clauses of this European Standard or are equivalent to
design rules listed in Annex A, which is used as a general guideline for the concept of proof of competence.

5.3.1 When used in the design calculation for the elevating control station, the loading by rated capacity (see
5.2.1.8 of EN 13557:2003) shall be increased by a dynamic coefficient (see Annex A).

5.3.2 When used in the design calculation for supporting structure / suspension elements, the loading by
rated capacity and weight of the elevating control station shall be increased by a dynamic coefficient (see
Annex A).

5.4 Specific requirements for elevating control stations

5.4.1 The maximum operating speed of elevating control stations shall not exceed 0,5 m/s.

5.4.2 Elevating control stations shall be designed so that any inclination from its intended working position
does not exceed 5°.

5.4.3 Elevating control stations shall have designated entering / leaving position(s).

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5.4.4 Any access opening for entering or leaving an elevating control station shall be provided with a door or
a gate which shall:

a) be designed to:

- either return automatically to the closed and fastened position, or

- be interlocked to prevent operation of the elevating control station until it is closed and fastened;

b) not fold or open outwards;

For very small cabins where it is not possible to install a movable platform outside, the door of the elevating
control station can be opened outwards with 2 voluntary actions and a platform shall be provided at dedicated
entering and leaving levels.

c) be designed to prevent inadvertent opening (only with voluntary action).

5.4.5 If there is a risk of a falling object, means shall be provided to prevent objects falling within and/or out
of the elevating control station.

5.4.6 Evacuation out of an elevating control station in the event of power failure or suchlike shall be possible
by alternative means of egress as described by the manufacturer.

5.4.7 If there is a risk of trapping, crushing, shearing, cutting or entanglement due to movement between the
elevating control station and parts of the crane, supporting structure and access ways to the elevating control
station, means shall be provided in accordance with EN 953.

5.4.8 Provisions shall be made to prevent operation of the crane whilst the elevating control station is being
raised or lowered.

5.5 Specific requirements for controls for elevating control stations

5.5.1 Controls for the movement of the elevating control station for normal operation shall only be positioned
and capable of being operated from within the elevating control station.

5.5.2 The controls for the movement of the elevating control station shall be clearly marked with the effect of
movement due to its operation. It shall be clearly distinct from the normal controls (for crane operation).

5.5.3 If the access to the elevation control station is not lockable, a security operated switch (e.g. PIN or
key) shall be fitted to the control panel to prevent unauthorized operation. If a key is used, removal of the key
shall only be permitted in the "cut-off" position.

5.5.4 If there is a risk of collision between the elevating control station and obstacles, the operator shall have
direct view of the hoist way of the elevating control station or alternative means (e.g. mirrors, restricted area
around the hoist way) shall be provided.

5.5.5 Elevating control stations shall have an emergency stop function for the movement of the elevating
control station in accordance with 9.2.5.4.2 and if applicable with 9.2.7.3 of EN 60204-32:1999.

5.5.6 The movement of the elevating control station shall be operated with hold-to-run controls, which
require continuous actuation of the control device to function.

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5.6 Driving and suspension system for the elevating control stations

5.6.1 General requirements for hoist system

5.6.1.1 The mechanical transmission between brake, gear box, drum and/or traction system shall be of the
positive type and shall not depend upon frictional forces for its operation.

5.6.1.2 Drive disks and compression joints shall not be used.

5.6.1.3 Where accessible, any moving part of the hoist shall be guarded.

5.6.1.4 The hoisting mechanism shall be arranged so, that the transmission between the brake and the
drum, or driving pinion (rack and pinion) cannot be interrupted.

5.6.1.5 During normal operation it shall not be possible to lower the elevating control station using gravity
only.

5.6.1.6 Counterweights shall not be used to balance the elevating control station.

5.6.1.7 The hoisting system for the elevating control station shall be independent from the hoisting system
to lift the load.

5.6.1.8 The elevating control station shall be suspended or supported by steel wire ropes, steel sprocket
chains, hydraulic cylinders or racks only.

5.6.1.9 Hoists shall be power operated.

5.6.1.10 The hoist shall be designed to lift or to lower at least a load equal to 125 % of the sum of the rated
capacity and the weight of the elevating control station.

5.6.2 General requirements for brake system

5.6.2.1 The brake shall be capable of stopping the elevating control station, travelling at maximum
operating speed and loaded with a load equal to 125 % of the sum of the rated capacity and the weight of the
elevating control stations.

NOTE Self sustaining gears are not a suitable substitute for a brake.

5.6.2.2 Brakes shall apply automatically when the driving power supply or the power supply to the control
circuit is interrupted in any way (e.g. emergency stop) and stop the elevating control station within a distance
of 0,1 m, without taking into account elasticity of the driving and suspension elements.

5.6.2.3 Brakes shall be designed and manufactured in such a manner as to ensure smooth application so
that the elevating control station is not subject to any dangerous stresses even under emergency conditions.

Under all conditions the retardation of the elevating control station shall not exceed 1,0 g.

5.6.2.4 Brakes shall be adjustable (manual or automatic compensation).

5.6.2.5 Springs for applying the brakes shall be guided and of the compression type.

Every spring of the brake which takes part in the application of the braking action on the drum or disc shall be
designed and installed in such a way that if a failure in one of the springs occurs, sufficient braking effort to
slow down the elevating control station, when containing rated capacity, would continue to be exercised.

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5.6.3 Specific requirements for wire rope system

5.6.3.1 General

5.6.3.1.1 The lifting power of the driving unit at the outer layer of the drum shall be taken as a basis for the
calculation.

5.6.3.1.2 The hoisting system shall be designed so that the wire ropes are guided through hoists, secondary
devices and pulleys to prevent the wire ropes leaving their intended position (e.g. groove of the pulley).

5.6.3.2 Wire rope and end terminations

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5.6.3.2.1 The tensile strength
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of the wires in a rope shall be not less than 1 570 N/mm . Tensile strength of
more than 1 960 N/mm shall not be taken into account for the purpose of calculations. The ropes shall be of
suitable construction for lifting purposes.

5.6.3.2.2 Ropes shall be protected against corrosion (e.g. galvanized ropes).

5.6.3.2.3 The safety coefficient of the ropes shall be not less than 10, taking into consideration the loading by
rated capacity and weight of the elevating control stations without the application of a dynamic coefficient. The
limit state for proof of competence shall be the guaranteed minimum breaking force (see Annex A).

5.6.3.2.4 The nominal diameter of suspension ropes shall be not less than 8 mm.

5.6.3.2.5 For the calculation of the rope to drum termination a friction coefficient between the rope and the
drum of maximum 0.1 shall be used.

5.6.3.2.6 The following devices shall be used as rope end terminations:

a) Asymmetric wedge socket clevis. This device shall be in accordance with EN 13411-6;

b) Metal and resin socketing. This device shall be in accordance with EN 13411-4;

c) Ferruled secured eye. This device shall be in accordance with EN 13411-3;

d) Flemish eye with steel rope clamps and thimble.

If not specified in the above mentioned European Standards, the rope end terminations shall withstand a force
of at least 85% of the minimum breaking force of the rope without rupture.

Rope eyes and wire rope grips shall not be used as rope end terminations.

5.6.3.2.7Visual examination of steel wire ropes over its whole length and rope end terminations shall be
possible without removal of the ropes or major dismantling of the structural components of the system.
Suitable positioned inspection opening to fulfil this requirement shall be provided where necessary.

5.6.3.2.8 Means shall be provided for equalizing the tension of the ropes connected to the same anchorage
and provision shall be made for re-tensioning them.

5.6.3.2.9 All suspension ropes shall be of the same:

a) diameter;

b) quality;

c) construction.

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5.6.3.3 Drum and pulleys

5.6.3.3.1 The ratio of drum and pulley diameters to the diameter of the rope shall be not less than 20 : 1 when
measured at the centre line of the rope.

5.6.3.3.2 Rope drums shall be grooved. There shall be a minimum of two dead turns on the drum with the
elevating control station in its lowest position (elevating control station on fully compressed buffers).

5.6.3.3.3 If the rope is wound on the drum in more than one layer a spooling device or equivalent means (e.g.
special grooving) for that purpose shall be provided.

5.6.3.3.4 For pulleys the angle between the rope and the centerline of the pulley shall not exceed 4°.

5.6.3.3.5 For rope drums the angle between the rope and the centerline of the drum shall not exceed 2°.

5.6.3.3.6 The rope drum shall be provided with flanged discs. The projection length of the flanges above the
outermost layer shall be a minimum of 1.5 times the wire rope diameter.

5.6.4 Specific requirements for chain drive system

5.6.4.1 Chain drives shall be equipped with means, which ensure a safe movement of the chain through
chain drive wheels, secondary devices and pulleys to prevent the chains leaving their intended position,
distortion and jamming of the chain.

5.6.4.2 Chains shall only be installed in accordance with the chain manufacturer's recommendations.

5.6.4.3 The safety coefficient of the chains shall be not less than 8 taking into consideration the loading by
rated capacity and weight of the elevating control station without the application of a dynamic coefficient in
relation to the guaranteed minimum breaking force shown in the certificate.

5.6.4.4 All chain terminations shall have a minimum breaking force which is at least 80 % of the minimum
breaking force of the chain.

5.6.4.5 Means shall be provided to equalize the tension in chains connected to the same anchorage and
provision shall be made for re tensioning.

5.6.4.6 It shall be possible to remove chains and their terminations to facilitate thorough examination of
these items.

5.6.4.7 Short link chains shall be in accordance with EN 818-7.

5.6.4.8 Suspension chain deflecting sprockets fitted on one axle shall be free running and independent of
each other.

5.6.5 Specific requirements for rack and pinion drive system

5.6.5.1 Rack and pinion gears shall be machine cut from steel. The minimum modulus shall be 6. A safety
coefficient of at least 6 against the ultimate tensile strength of the material shall be provided based on the
loading by rated capacity and weight of the elevating control station. For the purpose of this calculation all the
forces shall be considered to act on one tooth only.

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5.6.5.2 Under all working conditions at least 2/3 of the width of the driving pinion shall be engaged with the
rack.

5.6.5.3 Joints between adjacent sections of the rack shall be accurately located to each other.

5.6.5.4 Protection shall be provided to prevent unintentional disengagement of the pinion. This should be in
addition to any guidance fitted to the elevating control station.

5.6.6 Specific requirements for hydraulic drive system

5.6.6.1 The hydraulic power system shall conform to EN 982.

NOTE Requirements of Pressure equipment Directive 97/23/EC are not covered. It is recommended to the
manufacturer to check the applicability of this directive to its product.

5.6.6.2 Every hydraulic circuit shall be either fitted with a device for indicating the working pressure, or shall
be equipped with a pressure measurement outlet to which a measuring device can be connected.

5.6.6.3 Hydraulic steel pipes shall have a minimum safety coefficient of 2,5 between nominal working
pressure and bursting pressure.

5.6.6.4 Hydraulic hoses including their end fittings shall have a minimum safety coefficient of 4,0 between
nominal working pressure and bursting pressure.

5.6.6.5 Hoses shall not be fitted with removable fittings (e.g. screw type).

5.6.6.6 Pressure limiting valve(s) shall be fitted in every hydraulic circuit to provide protection against
excess of pressure. The valve shall be adjustable and sealed. Adjustment shall be possible only with tools.
The valve shall be set for a pressure not more than 10 % above the maximum working pressure.

5.6.6.7 Load bearing hydraulic cylinders shall be fitted with a device to prevent unintended movement
caused by failure of an external pipe/hose (excluding those indicated in c)) until it is released by an external
force.

If lock valves are used for that purpose they shall close automatically to prevent fluid leaving the cylinders until
they are opened by an external force.

They shall be either:

a) integral with the cylinder, or

b) directly and rigidly flange-mounted, or

c) placed close to the cylinder and connected to it by means of rigid pipes (as short as possible), having
welded or flanged connections and being calculated in the same way as the cylinder.

5.6.6.8 Where two cylinders operate in parallel, a valve system shall be provided to ensure that in the
event of loss of pressure to one cylinder the other cylinder shall be protected against overload.

5.6.6.9 The oil reservoir shall have devices to monitor the minimum and maximum fluid level. The oil
reservoir shall have an access opening and drain valve for cleaning.

5.6.6.10 If the oil reservoir is of the pressurized type then it shall withstand the maximum working pressure
with a minimum safety coefficient of 2,0 and be fitted with a device to relieve pressure above the maximum
working pressure.

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5.6.6.11 The hydraulic system shall have adequate filters to prevent contamination of the medium.

5.6.6.12 Inspection of hoses, fittings and components shall be feasible. It shall be possible to inspect directly
or indirectly the end fittings and the first 3xd length of hose entering such fittings. If this is not practicable (e.g.
necessity to remove guards) special arrangements shall be provided e.g. fit check valves, periodic inspection
with short interval.

5.7 Guides

5.7.1 The movement of the elevating control station shall be guided.

Particular care shall be taken at the entering, leaving and working position to avoid movement of the elevating
control station except the small movement due to springs or dampers used for the guidance.

5.7.2 The guides shall be designed to ensure that flexible distortion of the crane structure does not impair
the operation of the elevating control station.

5.8 Safety devices

5.8.1 Motion limiters

5.8.1.1 The travel of the elevating control station shall be restricted by motion limiters at both ends. After
actuation of these motion limiters movement in the opposite direction shall be possible.

5.8.1.2 A secondary motion limiter shall be provided after the upper and lower motion limiter.

5.8.1.3 The actuation of a secondary motion limiter shall be indicated to the operator visually or
acoustically and no motion of the elevating control station shall be possible.

NOTE See also 5.7.1.4 of EN 12077-2:1999.

5.8.1.4 The secondary motion limiter shall be actuated directly by the movement of the elevating control
station (e.g. by cam operated limit switch fitted to the elevating control station). The motion limiter and
secondary motion limiter shall not be actuated by a single device.

5.8.1.5 In addition to the motion limiters mentioned in 5.8.1.1 and 5.8.1.2 there shall be mechanical means
to prevent the elevating control station from leaving the guides.

5.8.2 Slack rope/chain limiter

5.8.2.1 For rope/chain drive systems, a slack rope/chain limiter shall be fitted to prevent dangers from slack
rope/chain situations.

5.8.2.2 If the slack rope/chain limiter is activated, the power supply to the drive system for movement of the
elevating control station shall be interrupted and the slack rope/chain situation shall be indicated to the
operator.

If the power supply of the crane has been interrupted, a reset action shall only allow the movement of the
crane.

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5.8.3 Safety gear and overspeed governor

5.8.3.1 A safety gear shall be fitted to the elevating control station, which will in the case of overspeed stop
and sustain the elevating control station with rated capacity. The safety gear shall be actuated by an
overspeed governor at a tripping speed not exceeding 0,6 m/s.

Alternatively a system with 2 supporting means (rope, chain,...) may be used if each of them fulfils the
requirements of Clause 5.

Where 2 ropes are on a single drum, the following shall be fulfilled:

a) both ropes shall be able to support the load with the appropriate safety coefficients as listed in Annex A;

b) in case of failure of one rope, the working brake shall stop the movement of the elevating control station;

c) in case of overspeed, a safety brake, acting directly on the drum, shall stop the movement of the
elevating control station.

5.8.3.2 The safety gear shall not operate on the rope/chain that is used for rope/chain drive systems.

5.8.3.3 After any activation of the safety gear or overspeed governor, the power supply to the drive system
for movement of the elevating control station shall be interrupted automatically.

5.8.3.4 Overspeed governors which contain wire ropes, shall have a safety switch, to control the tension of
the wire rope.

5.8.3.5 An overspeed governor shall be accessible for inspection and maintenance.

5.8.4 Load limiting device

Elevating control stations shall have a load limiting device, which at a load 110 % of the sum of the rated
capacity and the weight of the elevating control station shall prevent the hoist from starting.

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6 Verification of the safety requirements and/or protective measures

Conformity to safety requirements and/or measures (specified in Clause 5) shall be verified by the methods
specified in Table 2.

Table 2 — Methods to be used to verify conformity with the safety requirements and/or protective
measures

Clause Method of verification

5.2.1 Verification in accordance with EN 13557:2003.

5.2.2 Verification in accordance with EN 13586:2004.

5.2.3 Verification in accordance with EN 349:1993 and EN 953:1997.

5.2.4 Verification in accordance with EN 12077-2:1999.

5.2.5 Verification in accordance with EN 60204-32:1999.

5.3 Check of the calculation.

5.4.1 Verification by functional test and measurement.

5.4.2 Verification by functional test and measurement.

5.4.3 Verification by functional test.

5.4.4 a), b) and c ) Visual examination and functional test.

5.4.5 Visual examination.

5.4.6 Functional test.

5.4.7 Visual examination and measurement.

5.4.8 Functional test.

5.5 Visual examination and functional test.

5.6.1.1 Check of manufacturer's specification.

5.6.1.2 Check of manufacturer's specification.

5.6.1.3 Visual check.

5.6.1.4 Check of manufacturer's specification.

5.6.1.5 Functional test.

5.6.1.6 Visual check.

5.6.1.7 Visual check.

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Table 2 – (continued)

Clause Method of verification

5.6.1.8 Visual check.

5.6.1.9 Visual check.

5.6.1.10 Check of manufacturer's specification and functional test with overload.

5.6.2.1 Check of manufacturer's specification and functional test with overload.

5.6.2.2 Functional test and measurement.

5.6.2.3 Functional test.

5.6.2.4 Functional test.

5.6.2.5 Check of manufacturer's specification.

5.6.3.1.2 Visual check and functional test.

5.6.3.2.1 Check of manufacturer's specification.

5.6.3.2.2 Check of manufacturer's specification.

5.6.3.2.3 Calculation and check of manufacturer's specification.

5.6.3.2.4 Measurement and check of manufacturer's specification.

5.6.3.2.5 Check of manufacturer's specification.

5.6.3.2.6 Visual check and check of manufacturer's specification.

5.6.3.2.7 Visual check and check of manufacturer's specification.

5.6.3.2.8 Visual check and check of manufacturer's specification.

5.6.3.2.9 a) Measurement and check of manufacturer's specification.

b) Check of manufacturer's specification.

c) Check of manufacturer's specification.

5.6.3.3.1 Measurement and check of manufacturer's specification.

5.6.3.3.2 Visual check and functional test.

5.6.3.3.3 Visual check and functional test.

5.6.3.3.4 Measurement.

5.6.3.3.5 Measurement.

5.6.3.3.6 Visual check and measurement.

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Table 2 – (continued)

Clause Method of verification

5.6.4.1 Functional test.

5.6.4.2 Check of manufacturer's specification.

5.6.4.3 Check of manufacturer's specification.

5.6.4.4 Check of manufacturer's specification.

5.6.4.5 Visual check and check of manufacturer's specification.

5.6.4.6 Visual check and check of manufacturer's specification.

5.6.4.7 Check of manufacturer's specification.

5.6.4.8 Functional test.

5.6.5.1 Check of manufacturer's specification.

5.6.5.2 Check of manufacturer's specification.

5.6.5.3 Visual check.

5.6.5.4 Check of manufacturer's specification and visual check.

5.6.6.1 Verification according to EN 982:1996.

5.6.6.2 Visual check.

5.6.6.3 Check of manufacturer's specification.

5.6.6.4 Check of manufacturer's specification.

5.6.6.5 Visual check.

5.6.6.6 Visual check.

5.6.6.7 Check of manufacturer's specification and visual check.

5.6.6.8 Check of manufacturer's specification and visual check.

5.6.6.9 Visual check

5.6.6.10 Check of manufacturer's specification and visual check.

5.6.6.11 Visual check.

5.6.6.12 Visual check.

5.7.1 Visual check.

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Table 2 – (concluded)

Clause Method of verification

5.7.2 Functional test.

5.8.1.1 Functional test.

5.8.1.2 Check of manufacturer's specification, visual check and functional test.

5.8.1.3 Functional test.

5.8.1.4 Functional test.

5.8.1.5 Check of manufacturer's specification and visual check.

5.8.2.1 Visual check.

5.8.2.2 Functional test.

5.8.3.1 Functional test.

5.8.3.2 Visual check.

5.8.3.3 Functional test.

5.8.3.4 Functional test.

5.8.3.5 Visual check.

5.8.4 Functional test.

7 Information for use

7.1 General

The manufacturer’s instruction shall include at least the following:

- either in a particular instructions handbook for the elevating control station (see also 6.5 of EN ISO 12100-
2:2003);

- or included in the instructions handbook for the crane (see appropriate European Standard for specific crane
type).

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7.2 Operation

7.2.1 The elevating control station may only be operated by persons, who have been authorised (trained,
instructed) to do so.

7.2.2 Before start of work, the operator shall observe the elevating control station for obvious defects and
report them to the responsible person.

7.2.3 If defects present a hazard to operational safety, the elevating control station shall be taken out of
service.

7.3 Maintenance

7.3.1 The elevating control station shall be maintained in good condition and in accordance with
manufacturer's instructions, which shall be made readily available to maintenance personnel.

7.3.2 Maintenance and repair work should only be carried out by persons qualified and trained to do so.

7.3.3 Maintenance and lubrication activities shall only be performed, when the elevating control station is
stationary unless special precautions have been taken to ensure a safe method of working.

7.3.4 Maintenance or repair work shall be recorded.

7.4 Inspection and testing

7.4.1 Examinations and tests shall be done in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.

7.4.2 The results of any examination and test shall be recorded in a report. The report may be a certificate
or an entry in a test booklet.

7.5 Marking

7.5.1 All elevating control stations, if put separately on the market or if not a permanent part of the specific
crane, shall be fitted with a manufacturer's plate in a clearly visible position showing the following information:

- name of manufacturer and/or importer or supplier;

- type/model number;

- year of construction;

- serial number.

7.5.2 The following information shall be clearly marked either in the elevating control station or at each
landing:

- rated capacity of the elevating control station and maximum number of persons permitted in it;

- weight of the elevating control station.

- operation only by authorized persons.

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Annex A
(normative)

General concept for proof of competence

Component Load effects Coefficients Limit state

Control station Rated capacity dynamic coefficient of at Yield strength and/or other
least 1,35 limiting parameters (e.g.
critical buckling load) as
safety coefficients as specific in standards /
specified in standards/ design rules
design rule, at least 1,50

Supporting structure / Rated capacity and dynamic coefficient of at Yield strength and/or other
suspension elements weight of elevating least 1,35 limiting parameters (e.g.
in general control station critical buckling load) as
safety coefficients as specific in standards /
specified in standards/ design rules
design rule, at least 1,50

Wire rope Rated capacity and safety coefficient of 10 Minimum breaking force
weight of elevating
control station

Wire rope end Rated capacity and safety coefficient of 8,5 Minimum breaking force
terminations weight of elevating
control station or

as specified within
standards mentioned in
5.6.3.2.6

Chain Rated capacity and safety coefficient of 8 Minimum breaking force

weight of elevating
control station

Chain end Rated capacity and safety coefficient of 6,4 Minimum breaking force
terminations weight of elevating
control station

Rack and pinion gear Rated capacity and safety coefficient of 6 Ultimate tensile strength
weight of elevating and/or other limiting
control station parameters (e.g. critical
buckling load) as specific
in standards / design rules

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Annex B
(informative)

Selection of a suitable set of crane standards for a given application

Is there a product standard in the following list that suits the application?

EN 13000:2004 Cranes – Mobile cranes

prEN 14439:2002 Cranes – Tower cranes
prEN 14985:2004 Cranes – Slewing jib cranes
pEN 15011:2004 Cranes – Bridge and gantry cranes
EN 13852-1:2004 Cranes – Offshore cranes – Part 1: General purpose offshore cranes
EN 13852-2:2004 Cranes – Offshore cranes – Part 2: Floating cranes
prEN 14492-1:2004 Cranes – Power driven winches and hoists – Part 1: Power driven winches
prEN 14492-2:2004 Cranes – Power driven winches and hoists – Part 2: Power driven hoists
EN 12999:2002 Cranes – Loader cranes
EN 13157:2004 Cranes – Safety – Hand powered lifting equipment
EN 13155:2003 Cranes – Safety – Non-fixed load lifting attachments
EN 14238:2004 Cranes – Manually controlled load manipulating devices
YES NO

Use it directly, plus the standards

that are referred to

Use the following:

EN 13001-1:2004 Cranes — General design — Part 1: General principles and requirements

EN 13001-2:2004 Cranes — General design — Part 2: Load actions
CEN/TS 13001-3-1:2004 Cranes — General design — Part 3.1: Limit states and proof of competence of steel
structures
CEN/TS 13001-3-2:2004 Cranes — General design — Part 3.2: Limit states and proof of competence of wire
ropes in reeving systems
prCEN/TS 13001-3-3 Cranes — General design — Part 3.3: Limit states and proof of competence of wheel
/ rail contacts

EN 13135-1:2003 Cranes — Safety — Design — Requirements for equipment — Part 1:

Electrotechnical equipment
EN 13135-2:2004 Cranes — Equipment — Part 2: Non-electrotechnical equipment
EN 13557:2003 Cranes — Controls and control stations
EN 12077-2:1999 Cranes safety — Requirements for health and safety — Part 2: Limiting and
indicating devices
EN 13586:2004 Cranes — Access
prEN 14502-1:2002 Cranes — Equipment for the lifting of persons — Part 1: Suspended baskets
prEN 14502-2:2002 Cranes — Equipment for the lifting of persons — Part 2: Elevating control stations
EN 12644-1:2001 Cranes — Information for use and testing — Part 1: Instructions
EN 12644-2:2000 Cranes — Information for use and testing — Part 2: Marking

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Annex ZA
(informative)

Relationship between this European Standard and the Essential

Requirements of EU Directive 98/37/EC

This European Standard has been prepared under a mandate given to CEN by the European Commission
and the European Free Trade Association to provide one means of conforming to Essential Requirements of
the New Approach Directive 98/37/EC.

Once this standard is cited in the Official Journal of the European Communities under that Directive and has
been implemented as a national standard in at least one Member State, compliance with the normative
clauses of this standard confers, within the limits of the scope of this standard, a presumption of conformity
with the relevant Essential Requirements of that Directive and associated EFTA regulations.

WARNING — Other requirements and other EU Directives may be applicable to the product(s) falling
within the scope of this standard.

Requirements of the EMC-Directive 89/336/EC and Pressure Equipment-Directive 97/23/EC are not covered
in this standard.

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Annex ZB
(informative)

!Relationship between this European standard and the Essential

Requirements of EU Directive 2006/42/EC

This European Standard has been prepared under a mandate given to CEN by the European Commission
and the European Free Trade Association to provide a means of conforming to Essential Requirements of the
New Approach Directive 2006/42/EC on machinery.

Once this standard is cited in the Official Journal of the European Communities under that Directive and has
been implemented as a national standard in at least one Member State, compliance with the normative
clauses of this standard confers, within the limits of the scope of this standard, a presumption of conformity
with the relevant Essential Requirements of that Directive and associated EFTA regulations.

WARNING - Other requirements and other EU Directives may be applicable to the product(s) falling within the
scope of this standard."

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Bibliography

[1] EN 1050:1996, Safety of machinery — ¨Principles of risk assessment

[2] prEN 13411-7:2003, Terminations for steel wire ropes — Safety — Part 7: Symmetric wedge socket

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