BS12111 Tunnelling Machines. Road Headers, Continuous Miners and Impact Rippers. Safety Requirements

BRITISH STANDARD BS EN
12111:2002
+A1:2009
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Incorporating
Corrigendum
September 2004
Tunnelling machines —
Road headers,
continuous miners and
impact rippers — Safety
requirements
ICS 73.100.10; 93.060
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National foreword
This British Standard is the UK implementation of

EN 12111:2002+A1:2009, incorporating Corrigendum September
2004. It supersedes BS EN 12111:2002 which is withdrawn.
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of the Standards Policy and
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EUROPEAN STANDARD EN 12111:2002+A1
NORME EUROPÉENNE
EUROPÄISCHE NORM July 2009
ICS 91.220; 93.060 Supersedes EN 12111:2002
English Version
Tunnelling machines - Road headers, continuous miners and

impact rippers - Safety requirements
Machines pour la construction de tunnels - Machines à Tunnelbaumaschinen - Teilschnittmaschinen, Continuous

attaque ponctuelle, mineurs continus, brise-roches - Règles Miners und Schlagkopfmaschinen - Sicherheitstechnische
de sécurité Anforderungen
This European Standard was approved by CEN on 9 October 2002 and includes Corrigendum 1 issued by CEN on 15 September 2004 and
Amendment 1 approved by CEN on 28 May 2009.
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
official versions.
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Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland and United Kingdom.
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Contents
Foreword ...................................................................................................................................................................... 4
Introduction ................................................................................................................................................................. 5
1 Scope .............................................................................................................................................................. 6
1.1 Description of the machine ........................................................................................................................... 6
2 Normative references .................................................................................................................................... 6
3 Terms and definitions – Symbols and abbreviated terms ......................................................................... 8
4 List of significant hazards ............................................................................................................................ 9
4.1 General ............................................................................................................................................................ 9
4.2 Mechanical hazards ....................................................................................................................................... 9
4.3 Electrical hazards .......................................................................................................................................... 9
4.4 Thermal hazards ............................................................................................................................................ 9
4.5 Noise hazards................................................................................................................................................. 9
4.6 Vibration hazards ........................................................................................................................................... 9
4.7 Hazards generated by materials and substances ...................................................................................... 9
4.8 Hazards generated by neglecting ergonomic principles ......................................................................... 10
4.9 Hazards caused by failure of energy supply ............................................................................................ 10
4.10 Hazards caused by missing and/or incorrectly positioned safety related measures .......................... 10
5 Safety requirements and/or protective measures .................................................................................... 10
5.1 General safety requirements ...................................................................................................................... 10
5.1.1 General .......................................................................................................................................................... 10
5.1.2 Materials ....................................................................................................................................................... 10
5.1.3 Contact surfaces .......................................................................................................................................... 11
5.1.4 Hoses, pipes and fittings under pressure ................................................................................................. 11
5.1.5 Stability ......................................................................................................................................................... 11
5.1.6 Ladders, access ways and platforms ........................................................................................................ 11
5.2 Control station ............................................................................................................................................. 11
5.2.1 Ergonomics .................................................................................................................................................. 11
5.2.2 Falling objects .............................................................................................................................................. 12
5.2.3 Visibility ........................................................................................................................................................ 12
5.3 Guards and protective devices .................................................................................................................. 12
5.4 Control devices and systems ..................................................................................................................... 12
5.4.1 General .......................................................................................................................................................... 12
5.4.2 Control devices ............................................................................................................................................ 13
5.4.3 Control systems ........................................................................................................................................... 13
5.4.4 Starting and stopping .................................................................................................................................. 13
5.4.5 Emergency stop devices ............................................................................................................................. 14
5.4.6 Failure of power supply .............................................................................................................................. 14
5.5 Dust and gas control ................................................................................................................................... 14
5.5.1 Dust control .................................................................................................................................................. 14
5.5.2 Exhaust gas control .................................................................................................................................... 14
5.5.3 Hazardous gas control ................................................................................................................................ 14
5.6 Noise control ................................................................................................................................................ 15
5.6.1 Noise reduction at source at the design stage ......................................................................................... 15
5.6.2 Noise reduction by protective devices ...................................................................................................... 15
5.6.3 Noise reduction by information.................................................................................................................. 15
5.6.4 Determination of the A-weighted emission sound pressure level at the control station (s) ............... 15
5.6.5 Verification of technical measures ............................................................................................................ 16
5.6.6 !Declaration of noise emission values" " ............................................................................................. 16
5.7 Electrical equipment .................................................................................................................................... 16
5.7.1 High voltage equipment .............................................................................................................................. 16
5.7.2 Low-voltage equipment ............................................................................................................................... 16
5.7.3 Cables and leads.......................................................................................................................................... 17
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5.7.4 Transformers ................................................................................................................................................ 18

5.7.5 Bonding ........................................................................................................................................................ 18
5.7.6 Switchgear .................................................................................................................................................... 18
5.7.7 Batteries ....................................................................................................................................................... 18
5.8 Lighting ......................................................................................................................................................... 18
5.8.1 General.......................................................................................................................................................... 18
5.8.2 Emergency lighting ..................................................................................................................................... 18
5.9 Hydraulic and pneumatic systems ............................................................................................................ 18
5.10 Fire protection .............................................................................................................................................. 19
5.10.1 General.......................................................................................................................................................... 19
5.10.2 Fire extinguishers ........................................................................................................................................ 19
5.10.3 Location of fire extinguishers .................................................................................................................... 19
5.11 Marking ......................................................................................................................................................... 19
5.11.1 Warning signs .............................................................................................................................................. 19
5.11.2 Symbols ........................................................................................................................................................ 20
6 Verification of safety requirements and/or protective measures ........................................................... 20
7 Information for use ...................................................................................................................................... 20
7.1 General.......................................................................................................................................................... 20
7.2 Accompanying documents ......................................................................................................................... 21
7.2.1 Content of general instructions handbook ............................................................................................... 21
7.2.2 Content of operator's handbook ................................................................................................................ 22
7.2.3 Content of maintenance handbook ........................................................................................................... 22
7.2.4 Spare parts list ............................................................................................................................................. 23
7.3 Marking ......................................................................................................................................................... 23
7.3.1 General.......................................................................................................................................................... 23
Annex A (normative) Protective measures for electrical accessories and lighting ........................................... 24
Annex B (normative) Verification of safety requirements and/or protective measures .................................... 25
Annex C (informative) Figures ................................................................................................................................. 27
Annex ZA (informative) !Relationship between this European Standard and the Essential
Requirements of EU Directive 98/37/EC"
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Annex ZB (informative) !Relationship between this European Standard and the Essential
Requirements of EU Directive 2006/42/EC"
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Bibliography .............................................................................................................................................................. 32
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Foreword
This document (EN 12111:2002+A1:2009) has been prepared by Technical Committee CEN /TC 151,
"Construction equipment and building material machines - Safety" the secretariat of which is held by DIN.
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 January 2010, and conflicting national standards shall be withdrawn at the latest
by January 2010.
This European Standard was approved by CEN on 9 October 2002 and includes Corrigendum 1 issued by CEN on
15 September 2004 and Amendment 1 approved by CEN on 28 May 2009.
This document supersedes EN 12111:2002.
The start and finish of text introduced or altered by amendment is indicated in the text by tags !".
The modifications of the related CEN Corrigendum have been implemented at the appropriate places in the text
and are indicated by the 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."
Annex A is normative and contains “Protective measures for electrical accessories and lighting”, Annex B is
normative and contains “Verification of safety requirements and/or protective measures” and Annex C is informative
and contains “Figures”.
This document includes a bibliography.
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 United Kingdom.
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Introduction
This document is a type C-standard as stated in EN 1070.
The machinery concerned and the extent to which hazards, hazardous situations and events are covered are indi-
cated in the scope of this document.
Due to the wide range of geological and environmental conditions in which these types of machines are likely to be
employed, it is not possible always to give precise technical requirements in this standard.
The particular conditions of use and places of use of the machinery (e.g. ground and local safety conditions, haz-
ardous gas concentration (see 5.5.3)) are the subjects of negotiation between the manufacturers and the
user/purchaser.
NOTE “Manufacturer” should be understood within the European Union as intended in the Machinery Directive.
When provisions of this type C standard are different from those which are stated in type A or B standards, the pro-
visions 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
1.1 Description of the machine
This European Standard specifies all significant hazards, hazardous situations and events relevant to road
headers, continuous miners and impact rippers, when they are used as intended and under the conditions foreseen
by the manufacturer (see clause 4). This standard specifies the appropriate technical measures to eliminate or
reduce risks arising from the significant hazards. This European Standard is applicable to road headers, continuous
miners and impact rippers used in tunnelling and underground mining.
Certain associated matters are not included in the scope of this standard:
 the supply of electricity up to the machine;
 the provision of a cab or similar accommodation for an operator;
 ancillary tools and equipment used for, at or on the machine;
 equipment for use in potentially explosive atmospheres;
 any method for monitoring gases in the atmosphere of the tunnel or other workplace;
 the method of calculation of the design of any part described or the verification of this;
 loading and transport equipment which is not an integral part of the machine;
 electromagnetic compatibility;
 pressure vessels.
NOTE 1 Directive 94/9/EC concerning equipment and protective systems intended for use in potentially explosive atmos-
pheres can be applicable to the type of machine or equipment covered by this European Standard. The present standard is not
intended to provide means of complying with the essential health and safety requirements of Directive 94/9/EC.
NOTE 2 prEN 1710 “Equipment and components intended for use in potentially explosive atmospheres in mines” is currently
under preparation in CEN/TC 305.
1.2 This standard deals with all significant hazards, hazardous situations and events relevant to road headers,
continuous miners and impact rippers, when they are used as intended and under the conditions foreseen by the
manufacturer (see clause 4). This standard specifies the appropriate technical measures to eliminate or reduce
risks arising from the significant hazards.
1.3 This document is not applicable to machines which are manufactured before the date of publication of this
document by CEN.
2 Normative references
This European Standard incorporates by dated or undated reference, provisions from other publications. These
normative references are cited at the appropriate places in the text, and the publications are listed hereafter. For
dated references, subsequent amendments to or revisions of any of these publications apply to this European
Standard only when incorporated in it by amendment or revision. For undated references the latest edition of the
publication referred to applies (including amendments).
EN 3-1, Portable fire extinguishers — Part 1: Description, duration of operation, class A and B fire test.
!EN ISO 12100-1:2003 Safety of machinery — Basic concepts, general principles for design — Part 1: Basic
terminology, methodology (ISO 12100-1:2003)"
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!EN ISO 12100-2:2003 Safety of machinery — Basic concepts, general principles for design — Part 2: Technical
principles (ISO 12100-2:2003)"
EN 418:1992, Safety of machinery — Emergency stop equipment, functional aspects — Principles for design.
EN 474-1, Earth-moving machinery — Safety - Part 1: General requirements.
EN 563, Safety of machinery — Temperatures of touchable surfaces — Ergonomics data to establish temperature
limit values for hot surfaces.
EN 617, Continuous handling equipment and systems – Safety and EMC requirements for the equipment for the
storage of bulk materials in silos, bunkers, bins and hoppers.
EN 619, Continuous handling equipment and systems – Safety and EMC requirements for equipment for
mechanical handling of units loads.
EN 954-1:1996, Safety of machinery — Safety related parts of control systems — Part 1: General principles for de-
sign.
EN 982, Safety of machinery — Safety requirements for fluid power systems and their components — Hydraulics.
EN 983, Safety of machinery — Safety requirements for fluid power systems and their components — Pneumatics.
EN 1070:1998, Safety of machinery — Terminology.
EN 60204-1:1997, Safety of machinery — Electrical equipment of machines — Part 1: General requirements

(IEC 60204-1:1997).
EN 60204-11, Safety of machinery - Electrical equipment of machines - Part 11: Requirements for HV equipment
for voltages above 1000 V a.c. or 1500 V d.c. and not exceeding 36 kV (IEC 60204-11:2000).
EN 60439-1:1999, Low-voltage switchgear and controlgear assemblies — Part 1: Type-tested and partially type-
tested assemblies (IEC 60439-1:1999).
EN 60439-2, Low-voltage switchgear and controlgear assemblies — Part 2: Particular requirements for bushbar
trunking systems (bushways) (IEC 60439-2:2000).
EN 60439-3, Low-voltage switchgear and controlgear assemblies — Part 3: Particular requirements for low-voltage
switchgear and controlgear intended to be installed in places where unskilled persons have access for their use —
Distribution boards (IEC 60439-3:1991).
EN 60439-4, Low-voltage switchgear and controlgear assemblies — Part 4: Particular requirements for assemblies
for construction sites (ACS) (IEC 60439-4:1990).
EN 60529:1991, Degrees of protection provided by enclosures (IP Code) (IEC 60529:1989).
EN 60947-1, Low-voltage switchgear and controlgear — Part 1: General rules (IEC 60947-1:1999, modified).
EN 61310-1, Safety of machinery - Indication, marking and actuation — Part 1: Requirements for visual, auditory
and tactile signals (IEC 61310-1:1995).
EN ISO 2867:1998, Earth-moving machinery — Access systems (ISO 2867:1994).
EN ISO 3411, Earth-moving machinery — Human physical dimensions of operators and minimum operator space
envelope (ISO 3411:1995).
prEN ISO 3457:2000, Earth-moving machinery — Guards and shields — Definitions and specifications (ISO/DIS
3457:2000).
EN ISO 7096, Earth-moving machinery — Laboratory evaluation of operator seat vibration (ISO 7096:2000).
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EN ISO 11202, Acoustics — Noise emitted by machinery and equipment — Measurement of emission sound
pressure levels at a workstation and at other specified positions — Survey method in situ (ISO 11202:1995).
EN ISO 11688-1, Acoustics — Recommended practice for the design of low-noise machinery and equipment —
Part 1: Planning (ISO/TR 11688-1:1995).
ISO 3795, Road vehicles, and tractors and machinery for agriculture and forestry — Determination of burning
behaviour of interior materials.
ISO 3864, Safety colours and safety signs.
ISO 4413, Hydraulic fluid power — General rules relating to systems.
ISO 4414, Pneumatic fluid power — General rules relating to systems.
ISO 6405-1, Earth-moving machinery — Symbols for operator controls and other displays — Part 1: Common
symbols.
ISO 8643, Earth-moving machinery — Hydraulic excavator and backhoe loader boom-lowering control device —
Requirements and tests.
ISO 10567, Earth-moving machinery — Hydraulic excavators — Lift capacity.
ISO 12508, Earth-moving machinery — Operator station and maintenance areas — Bluntness of edges.
3 Terms and definitions – Symbols and abbreviated terms

For the purposes of this European Standard, the terms and definitions given in EN 1070:1998 and the following
apply.
3.1
road header
self-propelled tunnel driving machine, normally mounted on crawler tracks, which is designed and intended to cut
and load soft to medium hard rock in sections by means of a rotating cutting tool mounted axially or transversely on
a boom. Spoil may be discharged at the rear of the machine. As an example see Figure C.1
3.2
continuous miner
self-propelled machine, normally mounted on crawler tracks, which is designed and intended to cut coal or soft
minerals by means of a transversely mounted rotating drum. Spoil may be discharged at the rear of the machine.
As an example see Figure C.2
3.3
impact ripper
self-propelled tunnel driving machine which is designed and intended to excavate the rock in sections by means of
a tool such as a percussive hammer. Such tools are excluded from this standard. The machine may be fitted with
loading and transport equipment. As an example see Figure C.3
3.4
control station
location on a machine from where the functions of the machine can be controlled by an operator. In the basic
design, the control station will not be covered by a canopy. Control may alternatively be from a remote station by
cable or radio
3.5
servicing point
any location on a machine where servicing and maintenance is carried out
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4 List of significant hazards
4.1 General
This clause contains all the significant hazards, hazardous situations and events, as far as they are dealt with in
this standard, identified by risk assessment as significant for this type of machinery and which require action to
eliminate or reduce the risk.
4.2 Mechanical hazards
a) crushing or shearing, see: 5.3, 5.4.4.2;
b) cutting, see: 5.1.3.1;
c) drawing-in or trapping, see: 5.3;
d) high-pressure fluid injection, see: 5.1.4;
e) loss of stability, see: 5.1.5;
f) slip, trip and fall, see: 5.1.6, 5.8.1;
g) shape, see: 5.1.3.1;
4.3 Electrical hazards
a) direct or indirect electrical contact, see: 5.7;
b) approach of persons to live parts, especially in the range of high voltage,

see: 5.7.1;
c) external influences on electrical equipment, see: 5.4.1, 5.7, 5.8.1;
4.4 Thermal hazards
See: 5.1.3.2;
4.5 Noise hazards
See: 5.6;
Hazards that can occur are:
a) hearing damage (deafness);
b) accidents due to interference with speech communication and acoustical signals.
4.6 Vibration hazards
See clause: 5.2.1;
4.7 Hazards generated by materials and substances
a) inhalation of harmful gases including exhaust gases from diesel engines;

the composition of gases is not dealt with, see: 5.5.2, 5.5.3, 5.7.3, 5.7.4;
b) inhalation of dusts, see: 5.4.3, 5.5.1, 5.7.4;
c) fire and explosion, see: 5.5.3.1, 5.7.3, 5.10;

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d) rock fall, see: 5.2.2;
4.8 Hazards generated by neglecting ergonomic principles
a) unhealthy postures or excessive efforts, see: 5.2.1;
b) inadequate local lighting, see: 5.8;
4.9 Hazards caused by failure of energy supply
a) failure of energy supply, see: 5.4.3, 5.4.6;
b) failure of control system, see: 5.4.3;
4.10 Hazards caused by missing and/or incorrectly positioned safety related measures
a) all kinds of guards, see: 5.3;
b) all kinds of safety-related devices, see: 5.3, 5.4;
c) starting and stopping devices, see: 5.4.2, 5.4.4, 5.4.6;
d) warning signs and tags, see clause: 5.11, 7.2, 7.3;
e) all kinds of information and warning devices, see: 5.4.4.2, 5.11, 7.2.1, 7.2.2;
f) energy supply disconnecting devices, see: 5.4.3, 5.4.4;
g) emergency devices, see clause: 5.4.5;
h) handling of machinery or parts there of, see: 7.2.3;
i) essential measures for safe maintenance and repair, see: 5.3, 5.4.3, 5.7.2, 7.2.3;
5 Safety requirements and/or protective measures
5.1 General safety requirements
5.1.1 General
Machinery shall comply with the safety requirements and/or protective measures of this clause.
In addition, the machines shall be designed according to the principles of !EN ISO 12100" for hazards relevant
but not significant which are not dealt with by this document (e.g. sharp edges).
Design calculations shall be carried out in accordance with usual engineering practice and calculation codes shall
include the effect of elastic deformation. All failure modes of the materials shall be considered including fatigue and
wear.
5.1.2 Materials
Materials shall be chosen so that they do not cause any danger to the health or safety of exposed persons. The
materials shall be suitable for the foreseen ambient temperatures.
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5.1.3 Contact surfaces
5.1.3.1 Sharp edges and corners
All parts on a machine within 1,8 m of any access way or the ground shall not present any sharp edges or acute
angles or corners. The radius of corners and the bluntness of edges shall comply with ISO 12508.
5.1.3.2 Hot surfaces
All parts on a machine within 1,8 m of any access way or the ground shall be designed and manufactured so that
no injury due to contact with hot surfaces is possible. See EN 563.
5.1.4 Hoses, pipes and fittings under pressure
Hoses, pipes and fittings shall be able to withstand the stresses anticipated. Hoses shall be marked with the rated
working pressure and when required by its fluid, pressure or location, a hose shall be secured by means of ade-
quate restraints. The requirements of EN 982 and EN 983 shall be complied with. Where there is a risk that rupture
of a hose would cause a hazard to the operator, the hoses in this area shall be provided with protective guards e.g.
by protective plates or rubber sheets etc. Hoses, such as those carrying hydraulic oil, air or grout shall be secured
by means of adequate restraints.
Any part or component of a machine placed between the pipes or hoses and the operator which may direct the
hazard from the operator can be considered a protective device.
Low pressure hydraulic control circuits are not included in these requirements.
5.1.5 Stability
Machines shall be constructed and equipped to ensure stability when used as intended.
For road headers and continuous miners, calculations shall be made particularly for transverse stability, and for
impact rippers for both longitudinal and transverse stability taken together.
For road headers and continuous miners, the stability against overturning, S, with respect to the most unfavourable
axis - normally the longitudinal axis - shall be equal to or greater than 1,25, where S = Ms/Mk
and Ms is the stabilising moment of the total permanent load with respect to that axis,
and Mk is overturning moment caused by cylinder forces and cutting forces, according to the rated power in-
stalled, with respect to that axis.
For impact rippers, the stability shall be calculated and verified as indicated by ISO 10567.
5.1.6 Ladders, access ways and platforms
Ladderways and stairways with a height exceeding 1200 mm shall be safeguarded by handrails on open sides.
Elevated access ways and working platforms shall be safeguarded by side protection to prevent operators from
falling off. They shall have a non-slip surface and be bounded with a toeboard. See clauses 6 and 7 of
EN ISO 2867:1998.
5.2 Control station
5.2.1 Ergonomics
When remote control is not used, the machine is to be equipped with a control station which shall be ergonomically
designed in order to minimise operator fatigue and stress. Consideration shall be given to the fact that operators
may wear personal protection equipment.
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Where the design permits, the control station shall be dimensioned in accordance with EN ISO 3411. See
EN 474-1.
Machines with provision for a seated operator shall be fitted with an adjustable seat that retains the operator in a
stable position and allows the operator to control the machine under all expected operating conditions. The seat
shall be designed to minimise transmission of vibration to the operator. See EN ISO 7096.
5.2.2 Falling objects
The control station shall be protected where necessary by guarding against spoil rolling down the cutter arm, boom
or conveyor e.g. by deflector plates. When necessary due to its position, the control station shall be capable of be-
ing equipped with a rugged canopy and bars to protect the operator against falling rocks and other objects for
which fixings and/or anchorage shall be provided. The maximum dimensions of any opening in such a guard shall
not exceed 80 mm x 1 000 mm. The guarding elements shall be designed so that a force of 1 kN will create a
deflection of not more than 2 mm.
The conveyor shall be designed and built in such a way that no spoil can fall onto the control station.
5.2.3 Visibility
The control station shall be positioned to allow the operator sufficient visibility of the cutting tool for safe operation.
For movement of machine, further aids such as mirrors may be provided.
5.3 Guards and protective devices
Wherever persons work or have access and there is a risk of injury by trapping, cutting or seizing due to rotating
parts, these parts shall be made safe by guards or other protective devices.
Driving drums, front rollers and idlers of conveyor belts shall be provided with protective devices to prevent injury
by trapping or seizing. See EN 617 and EN 619.
5.4 Control devices and systems
5.4.1 General
Control devices and systems shall be so designed and constructed that they match the high demands of an under-
ground environment and are reliable in service.
The component parts of control systems shall comply with the requirements of EN 954-1. They shall be able to
withstand rigorous handling, severe stresses, shocks and vibration.
Each safety-related part of a control system shall fulfil the requirements of one of the categories described in
clause 6 of EN 954-1:1996 in accordance with the following schedule as given in Table 1:
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Table 1 — Categories
Nature of part Category to be fulfilled
Mechanical 1
Hydraulic 2
Electrical 2
Electronic 2
5.4.2 Control devices
For lifting, slewing and travel control, hold-to-run control devices shall be used. The control device for starting the
cutter head motor shall be safeguarded against unintentional operation, for example by double action-control, a two
handed-device or mechanical or electrical protection.
5.4.3 Control systems
Control systems shall be configured so that:
 no dangerous condition can occur should the electric power input to the control system fail;
 the sequence of operations necessary to avoid dangerous operating conditions (for example dust suppression
system - conveyor system - cutter head) can only be started or stopped in the prescribed sequence;
 for maintenance and special operation of the machine, individual movements of the machine shall be possible
by means of a lockable operational mode selection switch;
 machines fitted with dust suppression systems can only cut rock or mineral when the dust suppression system
is in operation, unless ground conditions are such that no dust is created.
5.4.4 Starting and stopping
5.4.4.1 Power supply switch
Machines shall be provided with switches for connecting and disconnecting the main power supply at the point of
input to the electrical equipment supplied by the manufacturer, excepting ancillary circuits. After normal stopping or
stopping due to an emergency stop device, restarting after resetting shall only be possible with the corresponding
control device. A control cable may be included in the power supply cable in order to isolate the machine from the
main transformer, which is situated in the tunnel behind the machine.
5.4.4.2 Warning devices
Machines shall be equipped with automatic warning devices activated when electric motors of hydraulic systems,
cutter booms and cutter heads are started. These warning devices may be audible. Warning devices shall be inter-
locked so that the drive motors automatically start following completion of the warning period (normally 5 s to 10 s)
when the warning devices cease to operate.
Reversing of the machine shall automatically actuate warning systems such as continuously flashing warning lights.
Warning devices, both audible and by bright flashing lamps, shall be ruggedly designed and fabricated. They shall
be so mounted, that they cannot be rendered inoperative and shall be placed prominently on the machine.
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5.4.4.3 Stopping and braking
Machines shall be equipped with braking devices for the crawler tracks, conveyor, slewing drive, and movements of
all hydraulic cylinders including those for slewing and for lifting and lowering the boom. Movements driven by hy-
draulic motors, for example crawler tracks, shall be braked hydrostatically. Movement which is electrically operated,
for example crawler tracks, shall be braked by switching off the supply.
In the case of crawler tracks, braking as above shall be augmented by the activation of an automatically-acting me-
chanical brake which also acts as a parking brake capable of preventing the machine from moving when parked on
a slope. The maximum permissible slope on which the machine can be operated shall be defined in the instruction
manual.
Movements controlled by hydraulic cylinders, for example slewing and boom control, shall be stopped by hydraulic
control valves. Stop valves (pipe rupture valves) shall secure the mechanism should a hydraulic hose or pipe
break. When slewing motions are controlled by hydraulic motors, braking shall be augmented by a mechanical
brake.
5.4.5 Emergency stop devices
Emergency stop devices shall be located in particular at the control station and on both sides of the machine, at the
rear of the machine, and where appropriate at the front of the machine.
Emergency stop devices shall conform to EN 418 and in particular:
 function as Category '0' as defined in 4.1.5 of EN 418:1992;
 operate in separate safety circuits;
 be easily and safely accessible from the control station and reachable from the floor at a height not greater
than 1,8 m.
5.4.6 Failure of power supply
Any interruption or return of power following an interruption, or any other change in the power supply to the ma-
chine shall not lead to a hazardous situation.
5.5 Dust and gas control
5.5.1 Dust control
Each machine shall be made so that it is possible to install an effective dust suppression system.
5.5.2 Exhaust gas control
Internal combustion engines used to drive the machines in tunnels shall be diesel engines. Exhaust gases shall not
be discharged upwards. Suitable in this respect are engines with two-stage combustion systems and/or exhaust
gas purification equipment, for example, a particulate filter and catalytic converter. The exhaust gas composition
shall comply with the relevant National Regulations for operation and testing by analysis.
5.5.3 Hazardous gas control
5.5.3.1 Safety requirements for use in formations with potential for containing flammable or explosive
gas
When the negotiation between manufacturers and user/purchaser foresees a future use in such formations, as in-
dicated in the Introduction, the machine shall be designed to be able to incorporate a system for continuously
monitoring the presence of flammable or explosive gas.
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NOTE For the operation and use in future in formations in which potentially flammable or explosive gas occurs
the requirements of prEN 1710 should be considered..
5.5.3.2 Safety requirements for duty in other gas hazards
The design of the machine shall permit the installation of continuous monitoring equipment capable of detecting
oxygen deficiency and/or the presence of toxic gases possibly occurring in the expected formations including gases
which are radioactive such as radon. The monitoring equipment shall trigger an optical/acoustical alarm at the con-
trol station as soon as the preset critical threshold value is attained.
5.6 Noise control
5.6.1 Noise reduction at source at the design stage
Main noise sources are cutter head, conveyor and main drive which can be diesel driven or electrical driven. When
designing the machine, the available information and technical measures to control noise at source at the design
stage shall be taken into account, in particular see EN ISO 11688-1.
NOTE EN ISO 11688-2 gives useful information on noise generation mechanisms in machinery.
5.6.2 Noise reduction by protective devices
Noise can be reduced, for example, by the following means:
 the use of machinery components with low noise emission;
 reducing vibration;
 encapsulation.
5.6.3 Noise reduction by information
Information on residual risk after technical measures to control noise emission have been implemented shall be
given by the manufacturer, see clause 7.
5.6.4 Determination of the A-weighted emission sound pressure level at the control station (s)
5.6.4.1 General
!The A-weighted emission sound pressure level at the control station shall be measured according to EN ISO
11202." Whether or not a control station is within a cab, no environmental correction shall be made. These
measurements shall be carried out at the first assembly with no excavation process noise present. !The sound
pressure level shall not exceed 80 dB(A) at the control station(s)."
NOTE The measurement method given in this clause is not a full noise test code for tunnelling machines. It is one step
towards it.
5.6.4.2 Operating conditions
Operating conditions that are typical of normal operation of the tunnelling machine and provide the highest noise
levels shall be chosen. The measurement of the tunnelling machine covers the machine in service without load and
without the crawler belt, that means no movement of the chassis. During the measurement the following
components shall be in service:
 electric driven motor with all hydraulic drive units; and
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 discharge conveyor if the machine is equipped with this; and
 conveyor belt if the machine is equipped with this; and
 loading unit and gear box if the machine is equipped with these.
5.6.4.3 Measurement position
The measurement point shall be at the control station. If the machine is equipped with a seat at the control station,
the measurement point is at a height of 0,80 m ± 0,05 m above the seat. If the machine has no seat at the control
station the measurement point is at a height of 1,70 m ± 0,05 m at the control station.
The measurement point for a machine with a cab shall be at the control station at a height of 0,80 m ± 0,05 m
above the seat and closed cab.
Positions of the measurement points (control station(s)) and detailed information on the operating conditions during
the noise measurement shall be recorded and reported.
5.6.5 Verification of technical measures
Verification of technical measures to reduce noise emission shall be done from measurements made according to
5.6.4, see also annex B.
5.6.6 !Declaration of noise emission values
The declaration of the noise emission values is the sole responsibility of the manufacturer and shall be made in
accordance with EN ISO 4871. The noise declaration shall mention explicitly that the noise emission value has
been obtained according to this noise test code."
5.7 Electrical equipment
5.7.1 High voltage equipment
Equipment or parts of equipment operating at voltages higher than 1 kV a.c. or 1,5 kV d.c. shall comply with the
requirements of EN 60204-11..
5.7.2 Low-voltage equipment
5.7.2.1 General
The provisions of EN 60204-1 apply to electrical equipment or parts of equipment which operate with nominal
supply voltages not exceeding 1 kV a.c. or 1,5 kV d.c. between lines and nominal frequencies not exceeding
200 Hz, together with additional requirements as follows.
5.7.2.2 Protective measures
Due to the adverse conditions during tunnel construction, additional protective measures against electrical shock
should be considered, such as:
 use of Residual Current Devices (RCDs) with a maximum rated tripping current not exceeding 300 mA to con-
trol all circuits operating at voltages in excess of 80 V between the lines. These RCDs may control individual or
groups of circuits but not lighting or other essential safety circuits and shall have no deliberate or adjustable
time delay features;
 use of Reduced Low-voltage circuits where the maximum voltage to earth that can occur is reliably limited to a
value unlikely to cause danger to persons (passive systems).
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For accessories and lighting see annex A.
NOTE Attention is drawn to IEC Technical Report 1201:2000, 6.1, Table 1 and 6.2, Figure 1 which set out limiting values of
voltages. Those for Environmental Situation 2 are applicable to tunnelling activities.
5.7.2.3 Control circuits protection
For control circuits clause 9 of EN 60204-1:1997 applies, with the addition that hand-held pendant controls shall
operate at control voltages not exceeding 50 V.
5.7.2.4 Power circuits protection
Power circuits operating at up to 1 kV shall be fitted individually or in groups with either:
 a residual current operating device with a fault rating of 300 mA and no deliberate or adjustable time delay to
the disconnection of the supply to that circuit or circuits;
or
 an insulation monitoring system which is compatible with the power supply system.
When insulation monitoring is used and a reduction of the insulation resistance to less than 100 Ω/V occurs, the
failure shall be indicated by means of a visual and/or audible signal. When the insulation resistance is less than
50Ω/V, the switching device shall open automatically at that level.
5.7.2.5 Fault monitoring
Cables and leads operating at a voltage above 1 kV ac. or 1,5 kV dc. shall be monitored by a suitable device to
detect any or all of the following:
 an interruption of the protective earth conductor or the monitoring conductor;
 a short circuit between the protective earth conductor and the monitoring conductor;
 a short circuit between a phase conductor and the protective earth conductor;
 a short circuit between a phase conductor and the monitoring conductor.
The switching device controlling the power supply to the cable or lead shall operate automatically and shut off the
power to the cable or lead when any of the above conditions are detected. An automatic reconnection of the power
supply following a disconnection shall be prevented. The switching device shall be fitted with a manual resetting
device.
5.7.3 Cables and leads
All conductors and cables shall comply with clause 14 of EN 60204-1:1997. Sheathing with low smoke and fume
(LSF) materials with a flame retardant and heat resistant characteristic shall be preferred for protection on all
cables.
The use of PVC sheathing for power circuits is prohibited. Technical requirements can necessitate the use of non-
preferred sheathing which shall then be of a minimum length.
Aluminium conductors are not suitable for use in damp or wet environments due to inherent problems of corrosion.
When cables are wound on drums the current load factor shall be reduced in relation to the straight cable rating as
a function of the number of windings in accordance with the cable manufacturer’s specification.
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5.7.4 Transformers
Only air cooled, oil free transformers shall be employed underground. The dust content of the cooling air shall not
be to the detriment of the proper functioning of the transformer to any hazardous degree.
Appropriate filters for de-dusting the cooling air, as agreed with the transformer manufacturer, shall be provided
and arrangements made for the necessary testing of these filters. A device shall be incorporated to indicate the
condition of each filter.
5.7.5 Bonding
In addition to the requirements of EN 60204-1:1997, clause 8, bonding shall be installed within the machine for
potential equalisation. The material for the bonding conductor shall be copper braid and the cross-section shall be
in accordance with EN 60439-1:1999, 7.4.3.1.7. All exposed electrically conducting (metallic) parts, not covered by
insulation, shall be connected together and to an equipotential bonding conductor.
5.7.6 Switchgear
All switchgear shall comply with the requirements of EN 60439 Parts 1 to 4 and EN 60947-1 and shall, where
possible, be installed in cabinets. These cabinets shall have protection to at least Class IP 55, and shall be ar-
ranged and built to be protected against mechanical damage. Switchgear outside such a cabinet shall have protec-
tion to at least Code IP 55 with mechanical protection where equipment may be subjected to mechanical damage.
The degree of protection provided by an enclosure is indicated by the IP Code as described in clause 4 of
EN 60529:1991.
5.7.7 Batteries
Batteries shall not be housed in confined spaces or enclosures where the electrolytic gas given off during charging
could accumulate to form an explosive atmosphere.
5.8 Lighting
5.8.1 General
Machines shall be equipped with means for illuminating the travel and working areas by means of sufficiently
highly-powered lighting facilities and with means for connecting additional work lights on both sides of the machine.
Illumination in the working area of the machine shall be at least 100 lx measured at the rotating cutting tool, at the
rotating drum or the ripper tool. Machines shall be equipped with additional power outlets for lighting equipment
where regular maintenance work is necessary.
All lighting facilities shall have a degree of protection against water ingress of at least IP 55 in accordance with
EN 60529:1991 and be resistant to mechanical damage, for example by protective dome and cage.
5.8.2 Emergency lighting
Provision shall be made to fit machines having elevated control stations, access ways and working platforms with a
battery-powered emergency lighting system which is activated in the event of failure of the main lighting system
and will ensure safe descent in the event of an emergency.
The power supply for battery charging shall be connected directly to the low-voltage supply via a switch separate
from the main HV switch.
The minimum illumination requirement for emergency lighting shall be at least 15 lx measured at ground level for a
minimum of 10 min. Reflective marking or lighting shall be fitted to the rear of a machine.
5.9 Hydraulic and pneumatic systems
Hydraulic and pneumatic working gear shall be equipped with safeguards to prevent hazards due to accidental ma-
chine movements in the event of hose or piping rupture or pressure loss in the system.
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Hydraulic pumps, motors, controls and piping shall comply with EN 982 and ISO 4413. See ISO 8643.
Pneumatic systems including compressors, motors, controls and piping shall comply with EN 983 and ISO 4414.
See 4.9 of prEN ISO 3457:2000.
5.10 Fire protection
5.10.1 General
Power units such as motors, transformers, hydraulic power packs and electrical cabinets on the machines generate
fire risks. Areas with a concentration of electrical cables and high temperatures constitute a risk.
The design of the machine shall minimise the risks of fire and the following in particular shall be considered:
 reduce sources of ignition, for example, short circuits in electrical systems, hot surfaces, lack of lubrication,
hydraulic and lubricating oil leakage and grease leakage;
 reduce the combustible inventory to an absolute minimum, for example by using fire-resistant material;
 install fire alarms;
 install fire extinguishers;
 remove sources of smoke and fumes;
 upholstery and insulation shall be made of fire-resistant material which has a maximum linear velocity of flame
propagation of 250 mm/min in accordance with ISO 3795.
5.10.2 Fire extinguishers
Each machine shall be equipped with a fire extinguishing system and/or portable fire extinguishers containing a
suitable agent with a mass of at least 6 kg. The fire extinguishing equipment shall be suitable in numbers and types
for the size of machine concerned and risks involved. The extinguishing agent shall be suitable for all classes of fire
including lubricating and hydraulic oils, grease, belt conveyors, hoses, electricity and diesel fuel. Halon gas shall
not be used. At least one of each type of extinguisher shall be available. Fire extinguishers shall comply with the
requirements of EN 3-1.
NOTE For maintenance and service reasons it is preferable to have fire extinguishers supplied from local suppliers.
5.10.3 Location of fire extinguishers
Fire extinguishers shall be located with one at the control station, one at the rear, and a minimum of one each side
of the machine reachable from ground level. They shall be placed near areas where there is a risk of fire, such as
diesel engines, electric motors, hydraulic power packs, switchboards and transformers. Fire extinguishers shall be
positioned where they are protected from the effects of heat and mechanical damage, and if portable be mounted
so that tools are not required for their removal from holding brackets.
5.11 Marking
5.11.1 Warning signs
Suitable warning signs shall be provided to indicate hazardous locations which cannot be safeguarded by protec-
tion devices and to indicate residual risks due to, for example:
 moving parts;
 risk of trapping;
 high voltage;
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 noise;
 stored energy (accumulators, brakes).
5.11.2 Symbols
All symbols used on the machines shall be as specified by the corresponding International and European
Standards, in particular EN 61310-1, ISO 3864 and ISO 6405-1.
6 Verification of safety requirements and/or protective measures

Verification of the compliance with the safety requirements and/or protective measures given in this standard shall
be made by design, calculation, visual verification, measurement or functional testing during manufacture and trial
assembly at the factory in accordance with annex B.
7 Information for use
7.1 General
The manufacturer shall provide, on delivery of a machine, information for safe operation and maintenance. The
written instructions shall be drawn up according to !6.5 of EN ISO 12100-2:2003".
They shall specify when the need arises for the use of personal protection equipment.
!The instruction shall include the following information:
 the A- weighted emission sound pressure level determined according to 5.6.4.1 at the control station(s) where
this level does not exceed 70 dB(A), this fact shall be indicated;
 The vibration total value to which the hand-arm system is subjected, if it exceeds 2,5 m/s². Where this value
does not exceed 2,5 m/s², this shall be mentioned;
 the highest root mean square value of weighted acceleration to which the whole body is subjected, if exceeds
0,5 m/s². Where this value does not exceed 0.5 m/s², this shall be mentioned;
 the uncertainty of measurement.
NOTE 1 The total value of hand-arm vibration of tunnelling machines as defined in this European Standard is below 2,5 m/s².
NOTE 2 This single whole-body vibration emission value determined under particular operating and terrain conditions and is
therefore not representative for the various conditions in accordance with the intended use of the machine. Consequently this
single whole-body vibration emission value declared by the manufacturer in accordance with this European Standard is not
intended to determine the whole-body vibration exposure to the operator using this machine.
NOTE 3 The highest root mean square value of weighted acceleration of whole-body vibration is in accordance with the
directive 2002/44/EC the highest value of the 3 values in orthogonal directions of vibration under consideration that the
horizontal directions are multiplied by 1,4.
NOTE 4 Alternative for the measurement of these vibration values through the manufacturer these values can be determined
on the basis of measurement taken for technically comparable machinery which is representative of the machinery to be
produced.
NOTE 5 Information on the uncertainty of vibration measurements and the declaration and verification of vibration values is
given in EN 12096:1997. For the estimation of the uncertainty are indicated in Table D.1 values of 0,4 and 0,5 of the measured
vibration value in dependency on the vibration level."
Moreover the written instructions shall provide further information and instructions in handbooks as follows:
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 information relating to the machine itself, and its transport, handling, storage and commissioning in the hand-
book of general instructions as described in 7.2.1;
 instructions for operating the machine in the handbook of operating instructions as described in 7.2.2;
 instructions for the maintenance of the machine in the maintenance handbook as described in 7.2.3;
 information for the safe replacement of parts in the spare parts handbook as described in 7.2.4.
This standard specifies only the safety-related aspects of these handbooks. The instruction handbooks are a com-
ponent of each machine and are important documents for safe and proper machine operation, repair and mainte-
nance. The text shall be worded simply, adequately and completely. The wording shall be suited to the category of
persons using the machine. The information shall be comprehensive and explicit.
All information concerning personal safety shall be printed in a type conspicuously different from the rest of the text.
The instruction documents specified in this standard shall be supplied in the official language of the country or area
of first use.
The first page or front cover of each set of instructions shall provide at least the following information:
 title of handbook including revision number and date thereof;
 machine type designation, model and serial number;
 names and addresses of manufacturer and vendor, together with representatives or authorised agents.
7.2 Accompanying documents
7.2.1 Content of general instructions handbook
The general instructions handbook shall contain:
 the same information as plated on the machine, see 7.3.1;
 a precise description of the machine's range of application, explicitly stating the geological working conditions
in which it is designed to operate;
 a statement that it is the responsibility of the user of the machine to check with the manufacturer if the machine
is to be used at other locations which are not envisaged at the time of its design;
 a specification of hazards involved and how safe operation/control is to be assured;
 a statement that operators shall be given practical training in the operation of the machine with special empha-
sis on the above safety precautions including what to do in the event of fire;
 the temperature range for which the machine was designed;
 a machine overview in the form of drawings, photographs, electric, hydraulic and pneumatic circuit diagrams,
all of which shall be sufficiently large and clear;
 a list of all main components identified by name, function, location on and relationship to the whole machine;
 an instruction that a reliable means of communication is established and maintained between operating and
maintenance personnel working on a cutter or ripper head when these are being serviced or repaired;
 information regarding the size and the type of ventilation system, atmospheric monitoring system and dust
suppression system, for which provision has been made as in 5.5;
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 a description of additional measures to be taken in case of possible occurrences of flammable gas or other
explosive or toxic gas concentrations, for example by the use of atmospheric monitoring systems, see intro-
duction;
 a statement that the agreement of the manufacturer shall be sought before any major repairs, modifications or
uses other than those intended are carried out;
 a list of tests to be carried out regularly by the operator or service mechanic.
7.2.2 Content of operator's handbook
The operator's handbook shall inform the operator how to use the machine. All instructions which are important for
safe machine control and operation shall be included.
The operator's handbook shall contain the following information:
 complete instructions for operating the machine;
 specific warnings against hazards and residual risks to persons involved in operating and handling the ma-
chine due to moving parts, rotating components falling objects and high voltage, where these are not or not
totally effectively safeguarded !deleted text";
 a specification of the conditions for stability as in 5.1.4, including a statement of the maximum slope intended
and an instruction that if working on steep longitudinal or transverse slopes, special care is to be taken against
overturning or slippage;
 The life of any hose as indicated by the manufacturer shall not be exceeded.
 an instruction prohibiting work on and testing of any electrical or hydraulic components which could possibly
affect the control of the cutter or ripper head when these are being serviced or repaired;
 a specification of how and where emergency stop controls according to 5.4.5 are installed and function;
 a description of controls and their functions;
 a description of all symbols used;
 an instruction advising that ear protection is recommended;
 information regarding the location, use, maintenance, inspection and testing of fire extinguishers;
 an instruction that movements for excavation should be locked when travelling between working areas;
 an instruction that moving components, for example conveyors, can only be operated when the guards are in
position;
 an instruction that the restart of a machine after a shut-down due to excessive flammable gas concentration
shall be carried out only by an authorised supervisor after diluting the gas to a safe level.
7.2.3 Content of maintenance handbook
The maintenance handbook shall contain:
 instructions for the safe assembly and dismantling of parts which are heavy or difficult to handle. The weight of
parts which require frequent replacement such as cutters and rippers shall be stated;
 a list of parts classified by the manufacturer to be of particular importance for safety, together with instructions
for the frequency of checking and criteria for replacing such parts, especially when wear is involved;
 special warnings of any actions which can cause injuries to maintenance personnel and others;
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 a specification that electrical systems and equipment shall only be installed, modified and repaired by a quali-
fied electrician or under the supervision of a qualified electrician;
 recommendations regarding the periodic testing of stop controls, emergency stops, gas warning devices, brake
systems, optical and acoustic warning devices, and instructions as to regular cleaning of components such as
transformers.
7.2.4 Spare parts list
The spare parts list shall contain all relevant safety related spare parts with an unambiguous identification and in-
formation of the location of the part to be replaced.
7.3 Marking
7.3.1 General
The minimum markings shall include:
 business name and full address of the manufacturer or his authorised representative;"
 designation of machinery;""
 mandatory marking1);
 year of construction;
 designation of series or type, if any;
 serial or identification number, if any;
 power rating in kW;
 rating information for electrical components;
 mass in kg of the most usual machine configuration;
Data plates shall be resistant to corrosion, the text shall be abrasion-proof and all plates shall be securely attached.
The text shall be in the official language of the country or area of first use.
1) For machines and their related products intended to be put on the market in EEA, CE marking as defined in the applicable
European directive(s), e. g. Machinery, low Voltage, Explosive Atmosphere, Gas appliances.
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Annex A
(normative)
Protective measures for electrical accessories and lighting
For accessories and lighting clause 17 of EN 60204-1:1997 applies, with addition of the following note.
The measures to overcome the hazards associated with difficult tunnel conditions may include:
 use of residual current protective devices set to trip at 30 mA maximum;
or
 use of 110 V centre earth tap supply.
NOTE The second alternative is predominantly used in the U.K.
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Annex B
(normative)
Verification of safety requirements and/or protective measures
Safety requirements and/or protective measures of the clauses 5 and 7 of this standard shall be verified according
to the table below. It includes the following types of verification:
1) Design check: the result of which being to establish that the design documents comply with the requirements
of this standard;
2) calculation: the results of which being to establish that the requirements of this standard have been met;
3) visual verification: the result of which only being to establish that something is present (e.g. a guard, a marking,
a document);
4) measurement: the result of which being that the stated measurable parameters have been met (e.g. geometric
dimensions, safety distances, resistance of insulation of the electric circuits, noise, vibrations);
5) functional tests: the result of which shows that the adequate signals intended to be forwarded to the main con-
trol system of the complete machine are available and comply with the requirements and with the technical
documentation;
6) special verification: the procedure being given under "remarks" or in the referred clause.
Table B.1 — Verification of safety requirements and/or measures

Separate testing of
Clause Design check Calculation Visual verification Measuring Functional test
components
5.1.2 O
5.1.3.1 O
5.1.3.2 X
a
5.1.4 O OX
b
5.1.5 O
5.1.6 O X X
5.2.1 § 1/§ 3 O
5.2.1 § 2 O
5.2.2 O O X X
c
5.2.3 OX X X
5.3 O X X
5.4.1 § 2 O
5.4.1 § 3 O
5.4.2 O X
5.4.3 O X
5.4.4.1 O X
5.4.4.2 § 1 O X
5.4.4.2 § 2 O X
5.4.4.2 § 3 O O
5.4.4.3 O X
5.4.5 O O X
5.4.6 O X
5.5.1 O
5.5.2 O O X
5.5.3.1 X
5.5.3.2 X
5.6.1 O
5.6.2 O
5.6.4 X
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Table B.1 — Verification of safety requirements and/or measures (concluded)

Separate testing of
Clause Design check Calculation Visual verification Measuring Functional test
components
5.7.1 O
5.7.2 O
5.7.2.1 O X X
5.7.2.2 O X
5.7.2.3 O X
5.7.2.4 O X
5.7.3 O O
5.7.4 O O
5.7.5 O O
5.7.6 O O
5.7.7 O O
5.8.1 O O X
5.8.2 O X
5.9 O O
5.10.1 O
5.10.2 O O
5.10.3 O O
O = test of a single machine out of a series of similar machines
X = test of each single machine

a
Verification by reference to hose manufacturers documents.
b
Verification shall be made by calculation taking account of ground pressure.
c
Measurement of the visibility field in relation to the position of cutting tool.
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Annex C
(informative)
Figure C.1 — Example of road header

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Figure C.2 — Example of continuous miner

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Figure C.3 — Example of impact ripper on tracks

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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 a means of conforming to Essential Requirements of the New
Approach Directive 98/37/EC amended by Directive 98/79/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 except those of chapter 1.5.7, 1.5.10, 1.5.13, 3.2.1 of Annex I 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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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 except those of chapter 1.1.7, 1.5.7, 1.5.10, 1.5.13 of Annex I 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
The following is a list of standards which were significant in drafting this standard but which were not normatively or
specifically referenced:
[1] EN 1050:1996, Safety of machinery – Principles for risk assessment.
[2] EN 13627:2000, Earth-moving machinery – Falling object protective structures – Laboratory tests and
performance requirements.
[3] prEN 1710, Equipment and components intended for use in potentially explosive atmospheres in mines
[4] EN ISO 2860:1999, Earth-moving machinery – Minimum access dimensions.
[5] EN ISO 3164:1999, Earth-moving machinery – Laboratory evaluations of protective structures –

Specifications for deflection-limiting volume.
[6] EN ISO 5353:1998, Earth-moving machinery and tractors and machinery for agriculture and forestry – Seat
index point.
[7] EN ISO 6165:1999, Earth moving machinery – Basic types – Vocabulary.
[8] EN ISO 6682:1995, Earth-moving machinery – Zones of comfort and reach for controls.
[9] EN ISO 11688-2:2000, Acoustics - Recommended practice for the design of low-noise machinery and
equipment – Part 2: Introduction to the physics of low-noise design.
[10] ISO 6405-2:1993, Earth-moving machinery – Symbols for operator controls and other displays – Part 2:
Specific symbols for machines, equipment and accessories.
[11] IEC Technical Report 1201:2000
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BRITISH STANDARD BS EN

ICS 73.100.10; 93.060

This British Standard is the UK implementation of

This British Standard, having Amendments/corrigenda issued since publication

ISBN 978 0 580 61779 9

ICS 91.220; 93.060 Supersedes EN 12111:2002

Tunnelling machines - Road headers, continuous miners and

Machines pour la construction de tunnels - Machines à Tunnelbaumaschinen - Teilschnittmaschinen, Continuous

EUROPEAN COMMITTEE FOR STANDARDIZATION

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5.7.4 Transformers ................................................................................................................................................ 18

This document supersedes EN 12111:2002.

This document includes a bibliography.

1.1 Description of the machine

 the supply of electricity up to the machine;

 the provision of a cab or similar accommodation for an operator;

 ancillary tools and equipment used for, at or on the machine;

 equipment for use in potentially explosive atmospheres;

EN 474-1, Earth-moving machinery — Safety - Part 1: General requirements.

EN 1070:1998, Safety of machinery — Terminology.

EN 60204-1:1997, Safety of machinery — Electrical equipment of machines — Part 1: General requirements

EN 60529:1991, Degrees of protection provided by enclosures (IP Code) (IEC 60529:1989).

EN ISO 2867:1998, Earth-moving machinery — Access systems (ISO 2867:1994).

ISO 3864, Safety colours and safety signs.

ISO 4413, Hydraulic fluid power — General rules relating to systems.

ISO 4414, Pneumatic fluid power — General rules relating to systems.

ISO 10567, Earth-moving machinery — Hydraulic excavators — Lift capacity.

3 Terms and definitions – Symbols and abbreviated terms

4 List of significant hazards

4.2 Mechanical hazards

a) crushing or shearing, see: 5.3, 5.4.4.2;

b) cutting, see: 5.1.3.1;

c) drawing-in or trapping, see: 5.3;

d) high-pressure fluid injection, see: 5.1.4;

e) loss of stability, see: 5.1.5;

f) slip, trip and fall, see: 5.1.6, 5.8.1;

g) shape, see: 5.1.3.1;

4.3 Electrical hazards

a) direct or indirect electrical contact, see: 5.7;

b) approach of persons to live parts, especially in the range of high voltage,

c) external influences on electrical equipment, see: 5.4.1, 5.7, 5.8.1;

4.4 Thermal hazards

4.5 Noise hazards

Hazards that can occur are:

a) hearing damage (deafness);

b) accidents due to interference with speech communication and acoustical signals.

4.6 Vibration hazards

See clause: 5.2.1;

4.7 Hazards generated by materials and substances

a) inhalation of harmful gases including exhaust gases from diesel engines;

b) inhalation of dusts, see: 5.4.3, 5.5.1, 5.7.4;

c) fire and explosion, see: 5.5.3.1, 5.7.3, 5.10;

d) rock fall, see: 5.2.2;

4.8 Hazards generated by neglecting ergonomic principles

a) unhealthy postures or excessive efforts, see: 5.2.1;

b) inadequate local lighting, see: 5.8;

4.9 Hazards caused by failure of energy supply

a) failure of energy supply, see: 5.4.3, 5.4.6;

b) failure of control system, see: 5.4.3;

a) all kinds of guards, see: 5.3;

b) all kinds of safety-related devices, see: 5.3, 5.4;

c) starting and stopping devices, see: 5.4.2, 5.4.4, 5.4.6;

d) warning signs and tags, see clause: 5.11, 7.2, 7.3;