prEN 13223

Scope

This document sets out the safety requirements for the mechanical and electrical equipment of the drive systems and the other mechanical equipment of cableway installations designed to carry persons. The various types of cableway system and their environment are taken into account. This document applies to the planning, installation, manufacture, maintenance and operation of the mechanical and electrical equipment of the drive systems and the other mechanical equipment of the cableway installations designed to carry persons. This document sets out requirements for accident prevention and worker protection without prejudice to the application of national regulations. National regulations pertaining to construction law or regulations, or that serve to protect special groups of persons, remain unaffected. This document does not apply to cableways for freight transport or to lifts. Clauses 6 to 11 apply to mechanical and electrical equipment of the drive systems. Clauses 12 to 20 apply to other mechanical equipment.