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Commission Decision of 20 December 2007 concerning a technical specification for interoperability relating to the ‘infrastructure’ sub-system of the trans-European high-speed rail system (notified under document number C(2007) 6440) (Text with EEA relevance) (2008/217/EC) (repealed)

EU Decision 2008/217 · Adopted 20 December 2007 · Extends to United Kingdom

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Commission Decision

of 20 December 2007

concerning a technical specification for interoperability relating to the ‘infrastructure’ sub-system of the trans-European high-speed rail system

(notified under document number C(2007) 6440)

(Text with EEA relevance)

(2008/217/EC) (repealed)

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Repealed by Commission Regulation (EU) No 1299/2014 of 18 November 2014 on the technical specifications for interoperability relating to the ‘infrastructure’ subsystem of the rail system in the European Union (Text with EEA relevance).

Contents

  1. 1Article 1 Repealed
  2. 2Article 2 Repealed
  3. 3Article 3 Repealed
  4. 4Article 4 Repealed
  5. 5Article 5 Repealed
  6. 6Article 6 Repealed
  7. 7Article 7 Repealed
  8. 8Article 8 Repealed
  9. 9Article 9 Repealed
  10. Annex: DIRECTIVE 96/48/EC — INTEROPERABILITY OF THE TRANS-EUROPEAN HIGH SPEED RAIL SYSTEM Repealed
  11. INTRODUCTION Repealed
  12. 1.1Technical scope Repealed
  13. 1.2Geographical scope Repealed
  14. 1.3Content of this TSI Repealed
  15. DEFINITION OF THE INFRASTRUCTURE DOMAIN/SCOPE OF APPLICATION Repealed
  16. 2.1Definition of the infrastructure domain Repealed
  17. 2.2Functions and aspects of the domain within the scope of this TSI Repealed
  18. To guide the train Repealed
  19. Plain line track Repealed
  20. Switches and crossings Repealed
  21. Stabling tracks Repealed
  22. To support the train Repealed
  23. Plain line track and switches and crossings Repealed
  24. Structures supporting the track Repealed
  25. To allow free and safe passage of a train within a given volume Repealed
  26. Structure gauge and distance between track centres Repealed
  27. Civil engineering works and lineside structures Repealed
  28. To allow passengers boarding and alighting from trains stopped in stations. Repealed
  29. Passengers' platform Repealed
  30. People with reduced mobility Repealed
  31. 2.2.5To ensure safety Repealed
  32. 2.2.6To respect the environment Repealed
  33. 2.2.7To maintain the train Repealed
  34. ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS Repealed
  35. 3.1General Repealed
  36. 3.2Essential requirements for the Infrastructure domain Repealed
  37. 3.2.1General requirements Repealed
  38. 3.2.2Requirements specific to the infrastructure domain Repealed
  39. Meeting the essential requirements by the specifications of the Infrastructure domain. Repealed
  40. 3.3.1Safety Repealed
  41. 3.3.2Reliability and availability Repealed
  42. 3.3.3Health Repealed
  43. 3.3.4Environmental protection Repealed
  44. 3.3.5Technical compatibility Repealed
  45. 3.4Elements of the Infrastructure domain corresponding to the essential requirements Repealed
  46. DESCRIPTION OF THE INFRASTRUCTURE DOMAIN Repealed
  47. 4.1Introduction Repealed
  48. Functional and technical specifications of the domain Repealed
  49. 4.2.1General provisions Repealed
  50. 4.2.2Nominal track gauge Repealed
  51. 4.2.3Minimum infrastructure gauge Repealed
  52. Lines of category I Repealed
  53. Lines of categories II and III Repealed
  54. Distance between track centres Repealed
  55. Lines of categories I, II and III Repealed
  56. Maximum rising and falling gradients Repealed
  57. Lines of category I Repealed
  58. Lines of categories II and III Repealed
  59. 4.2.6Minimum radius of curvature Repealed
  60. 4.2.7Track cant Repealed
  61. Lines of category I, II and III Repealed
  62. 4.2.8Cant deficiency Repealed
  63. 4.2.8.1Cant deficiency on plain track and on the through route of switches and crossings Repealed
  64. Abrupt change of cant deficiency on diverging track of switches Repealed
  65. Lines of categories I, II and III Repealed
  66. 4.2.9Equivalent conicity Repealed
  67. 4.2.9.1Definition Repealed
  68. 4.2.9.2Design values Repealed
  69. In service values Repealed
  70. 4.2.9.3.1Minimum values of mean track gauge Repealed
  71. 4.2.9.3.2Actions to be taken in case of ride instability Repealed
  72. Track Geometrical Quality and limits on isolated defects Repealed
  73. 4.2.10.1Introduction Repealed
  74. 4.2.10.2Definitions Repealed
  75. 4.2.10.3Immediate action, intervention, and alert limits Repealed
  76. 4.2.10.4Immediate action limit Repealed
  77. 4.2.10.4.1Track twist — isolated defects — zero to peak value Repealed
  78. 4.2.10.4.2Variation of gauge — isolated defects — nominal gauge to peak value Repealed
  79. Rail inclination Repealed
  80. Lines of category I, II and III Repealed
  81. Switches and crossings Repealed
  82. 4.2.12.1Means of detection and locking Repealed
  83. 4.2.12.2Use of swing noses Repealed
  84. 4.2.12.3Geometrical characteristics Repealed
  85. Lines of category I, II and III Repealed
  86. 4.2.13Track resistance Repealed
  87. Lines of category I Repealed
  88. Vertical loads Repealed
  89. Longitudinal loads Repealed
  90. Lateral loads Repealed
  91. 4.2.13.2Lines of category II and III Repealed
  92. Traffic load on structures Repealed
  93. Lines of categories I, II and III Repealed
  94. 4.2.14.1Vertical loads Repealed
  95. 4.2.14.2Dynamic analysis Repealed
  96. 4.2.14.3Centrifugal forces Repealed
  97. 4.2.14.4Nosing forces Repealed
  98. 4.2.14.5Actions due to traction and braking (longitudinal loads) Repealed
  99. 4.2.14.6Longitudinal forces due to interaction between structures and track Repealed
  100. 4.2.14.7Aerodynamic actions from passing trains on line side structures Repealed
  101. 4.2.14.8Application of the requirements of EN1991-2:2003 Repealed
  102. Global track stiffness Repealed
  103. Lines of category I, II and III Repealed
  104. Maximum pressure variations in tunnels Repealed
  105. 4.2.16.1General requirements Repealed
  106. Lines of category I Repealed
  107. Lines of categories II and III Repealed
  108. 4.2.16.2Piston effect in underground stations Repealed
  109. 4.2.17Effect of crosswinds Repealed
  110. 4.2.18Electrical characteristics Repealed
  111. 4.2.19Noise and vibration Repealed
  112. 4.2.20Platforms Repealed
  113. Access to the platform Repealed
  114. Lines of category I Repealed
  115. Lines of category II and III Repealed
  116. Usable length of the platform Repealed
  117. Lines of category I, II and III Repealed
  118. 4.2.20.3Usable width of the platform Repealed
  119. Platform height Repealed
  120. Lines of category I, II and III Repealed
  121. 4.2.20.5Distance from the centre of the track Repealed
  122. Track layout along the platforms Repealed
  123. Lines of category I Repealed
  124. Lines of category II and III Repealed
  125. Prevention of electric shock on platforms Repealed
  126. Lines of category I, II and III Repealed
  127. Characteristics linked to the access of people with reduced mobility. Repealed
  128. Lines of category I, II and III Repealed
  129. 4.2.21Fire safety and safety in railway tunnels Repealed
  130. 4.2.22Access to or intrusion into line installations Repealed
  131. Lateral space for passengers and onboard staff in the event of detrainment outside of a station Repealed
  132. 4.2.23.1Lateral space alongside tracks Repealed
  133. 4.2.23.2Escape walkways in tunnels Repealed
  134. 4.2.24Distance Markers Repealed
  135. Stabling tracks and other locations with very low speed Repealed
  136. 4.2.25.1Length Repealed
  137. 4.2.25.2Gradient Repealed
  138. 4.2.25.3Radius of curvature Repealed
  139. Fixed installations for servicing trains Repealed
  140. 4.2.26.1Toilet discharge Repealed
  141. 4.2.26.2Train external cleaning facilities Repealed
  142. 4.2.26.3Water restocking equipment Repealed
  143. 4.2.26.4Sand restocking equipment Repealed
  144. 4.2.26.5Refuelling Repealed
  145. 4.2.27Ballast pick-up Repealed
  146. 4.3Functional and technical specification of the interfaces Repealed
  147. 4.3.1Interfaces with the rolling stock subsystem Repealed
  148. 4.3.2Interfaces with the energy subsystem Repealed
  149. 4.3.3Interfaces with the control-command and signalling subsystem Repealed
  150. 4.3.4Interfaces with the operation subsystem Repealed
  151. 4.3.5Interfaces with the SRT TSI Repealed
  152. Operating rules Repealed
  153. 4.4.1Execution of works Repealed
  154. 4.4.2Notices given to railway undertakings Repealed
  155. 4.4.3Protection of workers against aerodynamic effects Repealed
  156. Maintenance rules Repealed
  157. 4.5.1Maintenance plan Repealed
  158. 4.5.2Maintenance requirements Repealed
  159. 4.6Professional competences Repealed
  160. 4.7Health and safety conditions Repealed
  161. 4.8Register of infrastructure and European register of authorised types of vehicles Repealed
  162. INTEROPERABILITY CONSTITUENTS Repealed
  163. 5.1Definition Repealed
  164. 5.1.1Innovative solutions Repealed
  165. 5.1.2Novel solutions for track subassembly Repealed
  166. 5.2List of constituents Repealed
  167. Constituents performances and specifications Repealed
  168. The rail Repealed
  169. Lines of categories I, II and III Repealed
  170. 5.3.1.1Railhead profile Repealed
  171. 5.3.1.2Design linear mass Repealed
  172. Steel grade Repealed
  173. (a)Plain line Repealed
  174. (b)Switches and crossings Repealed
  175. 5.3.2The rail fastening systems Repealed
  176. 5.3.3Track sleepers and bearers Repealed
  177. 5.3.4Switches and crossings Repealed
  178. 5.3.5Water filling connector Repealed
  179. ASSESSMENT OF CONFORMITY AND/OR SUITABILITY FOR USE OF THE CONSTITUENTS AND VERIFICATION OF THE SUBSYSTEMS Repealed
  180. Interoperability Constituents Repealed
  181. 6.1.1Conformity and suitability for use assessment procedures Repealed
  182. 6.1.1.1Consistency with subsystem requirements. Repealed
  183. 6.1.1.2Division 6.1.1.2 Repealed
  184. 6.1.1.3Compliance with specific technical requirements Repealed
  185. 6.1.2Definition of ‘Established’, ‘novel’ and ‘innovative’ interoperability constituents Repealed
  186. 6.1.3Procedures to be applied for established and novel interoperability constituents Repealed
  187. 6.1.4Procedures to be applied for innovative interoperability constituents Repealed
  188. 6.1.5Application of modules Repealed
  189. Assessment methods for interoperability constituents Repealed
  190. 6.1.6.1Interoperability constituents subject to other Community Directives Repealed
  191. 6.1.6.2Assessment of fastening system Repealed
  192. 6.1.6.3Type validation by in-service experience (suitability for use) Repealed
  193. Infrastructure Subsystem Repealed
  194. 6.2.1General provisions Repealed
  195. Reserved Repealed
  196. 6.2.3Innovative solutions Repealed
  197. 6.2.4Application of modules Repealed
  198. 6.2.4.1Application of module SH2 Repealed
  199. 6.2.4.2Application of module SG Repealed
  200. Technical solutions giving presumption of conformity at design phase Repealed
  201. 6.2.5.1Assessment of track resistance Repealed
  202. 6.2.5.2Assessment of equivalent conicity Repealed
  203. Particular requirements for conformity assessment Repealed
  204. 6.2.6.1Assessment of minimum infrastructure gauge Repealed
  205. 6.2.6.2Assessment of minimum value of mean track gauge Repealed
  206. 6.2.6.3Assessment of track stiffness Repealed
  207. 6.2.6.4Assessment of rail inclination Repealed
  208. 6.2.6.5Assessment of maximum pressure variation in tunnels Repealed
  209. 6.2.6.6Assessment of noise and vibrations Repealed
  210. 6.3Assessment of conformity when speed is used as a migration criterion Repealed
  211. 6.4Assessment of maintenance plan Repealed
  212. 6.5Assessment of maintenance subsystem Repealed
  213. Interoperable Constituents Not Holding an EC Declaration Repealed
  214. 6.6.1General Repealed
  215. 6.6.2The Transition Period Repealed
  216. The Certification of Subsystems Containing Non-Certified Interoperability Constituents during the Transition Period Repealed
  217. 6.6.3.1Conditions Repealed
  218. 6.6.3.2Notification Repealed
  219. 6.6.3.3Lifecycle Implementation Repealed
  220. 6.6.4Monitoring Arrangements Repealed
  221. IMPLEMENTING THE INFRASTRUCTURE TSI Repealed
  222. 7.1Application of this TSI to High-Speed lines to be put into service Repealed
  223. 7.2Application of this TSI to High-Speed lines already in service Repealed
  224. 7.2.1Classification of works Repealed
  225. 7.2.2Parameters and specifications concerning civil engineering Repealed
  226. 7.2.3Parameters and characteristics concerning track construction Repealed
  227. 7.2.4Parameters and characteristics concerning miscellaneous equipment and maintenance facilities Repealed
  228. 7.2.5Speed as migration criterion Repealed
  229. 7.3Specific cases Repealed
  230. Particular features on the German network Repealed
  231. Lines of category I Repealed
  232. P cases Repealed
  233. Maximum falling and rising gradients Repealed
  234. T cases Repealed
  235. Lines of category II and III Repealed
  236. P cases Repealed
  237. T cases Repealed
  238. Particular features on the Austrian network Repealed
  239. Lines of category I Repealed
  240. P cases Repealed
  241. Minimum length of passenger platform Repealed
  242. T cases Repealed
  243. Lines of category II and III Repealed
  244. P cases Repealed
  245. Minimum length of passenger platform Repealed
  246. T cases Repealed
  247. Particular features on the Danish network Repealed
  248. P cases Repealed
  249. Minimum length of passenger platforms and stabling tracks Repealed
  250. T cases Repealed
  251. Particular features on the Spanish network Repealed
  252. Lines of category I Repealed
  253. P cases Repealed
  254. Track gauge Repealed
  255. Lines of category II and III Repealed
  256. P cases Repealed
  257. Track gauge Repealed
  258. Track centre distance Repealed
  259. T cases Repealed
  260. Particular features on the Finnish network Repealed
  261. Lines of category I Repealed
  262. P cases Repealed
  263. Track gauge Repealed
  264. Minimum infrastructure gauge Repealed
  265. Equivalent conicity Repealed
  266. Free wheel passage in switches Repealed
  267. Fixed nose protection Repealed
  268. Free wheel passage at crossing nose Repealed
  269. Free wheel passage at check/wing rail entry Repealed
  270. Minimum flange way width Repealed
  271. Excess height of check rail Repealed
  272. Platform length Repealed
  273. Distance of platform edge from the centre of the track Repealed
  274. T cases Repealed
  275. Lines of category II and III Repealed
  276. P cases Repealed
  277. T cases Repealed
  278. Particular features on the British network Repealed
  279. Lines of category I Repealed
  280. P cases Repealed
  281. T Cases Repealed
  282. Lines of category II Repealed
  283. P cases Repealed
  284. Minimum infrastructure gauge (section 4.2.3) Repealed
  285. 1The UK1 (Issue 2) profiles Repealed
  286. 2UK1[A] Profile Repealed
  287. 3UK1[B] Profile Repealed
  288. 4UK1[D] Profile Repealed
  289. 5Calculation of overthrow on curves Repealed
  290. Distance between track centres (section 4.2.4) Repealed
  291. Platforms (section 4.2.20) Repealed
  292. 1Platform height Repealed
  293. 2Platform horizontal distance (platform offset) Repealed
  294. 3Minimum platform length Repealed
  295. T Cases Repealed
  296. Lines of category III Repealed
  297. P cases Repealed
  298. T Cases Repealed
  299. Particular features on the Hellenic network Repealed
  300. Lines of category I Repealed
  301. P cases Repealed
  302. T cases Repealed
  303. Lines categories II and III Repealed
  304. P cases Repealed
  305. Structure gauge Repealed
  306. Minimum length of passenger platforms and stabling tracks Repealed
  307. Track gauge Repealed
  308. T cases Repealed
  309. Particular features on Ireland and Northern Ireland networks Repealed
  310. P cases Repealed
  311. Structure gauge Repealed
  312. Track gauge Repealed
  313. Minimum radius of curvature Repealed
  314. Minimum length of passenger platforms and stabling tracks Repealed
  315. Platform height Repealed
  316. Distance between track centres Repealed
  317. Particular features on the Italian network Repealed
  318. Lines of category I, II and III Repealed
  319. Distance of the platform from the centre of the track for the platforms with the height of 550 mm Repealed
  320. P cases Repealed
  321. T cases Repealed
  322. Particular features on the Netherlands network Repealed
  323. Lines of category I Repealed
  324. P cases Repealed
  325. T cases Repealed
  326. Lines of category II and III Repealed
  327. P cases Repealed
  328. T cases Repealed
  329. Particular features on the Portuguese network Repealed
  330. Lines of category I Repealed
  331. P cases Repealed
  332. T cases Repealed
  333. Lines of category II and III Repealed
  334. P cases Repealed
  335. T cases Repealed
  336. Particular features on the Swedish network Repealed
  337. Lines of category I Repealed
  338. P cases Repealed
  339. Minimum platform length Repealed
  340. Stabling tracks: minimum length Repealed
  341. Platforms — distance from centre of track Repealed
  342. T cases Repealed
  343. Lines of category II Repealed
  344. P cases Repealed
  345. T cases Repealed
  346. Platform height Repealed
  347. Lines of category III Repealed
  348. P cases Repealed
  349. T cases Repealed
  350. Platform height Repealed
  351. Particular features on the Polish network Repealed
  352. P cases Repealed
  353. Structure gauge Repealed
  354. 7.4TSI Revision Repealed
  355. Agreements Repealed
  356. 7.5.1Existing agreements Repealed
  357. 7.5.2Future agreements Repealed
  358. ANNEX AInteroperability constituents of the infrastructure domain Repealed
  359. ANNEX B1Assessment of the infrastructure subsystem Repealed
  360. ANNEX B2Assessment of the maintenance subsystem Repealed
  361. ANNEX CAssessment procedures Repealed
  362. ANNEX DItems to be included in the Infrastructure Register concerning the infrastructure domain Repealed
  363. ANNEX HList of open points Repealed
  364. ANNEX IDefinition of terms used in the HS INS TSI Repealed