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  "url": "https://openlegislation.uk/eu-decision-2011-275/annex/appendix-DIRECTIVE",
  "json_url": "https://openlegislation.uk/eu-decision-2011-275/annex/appendix-DIRECTIVE.json",
  "legislation": "eudn/2011/275",
  "legislation_title": "Commission Decision of 26 April 2011 concerning a technical specification for interoperability relating to the ‘infrastructure’ subsystem of the trans-European conventional rail system (notified under document C(2011) 2741) (Text with EEA relevance) (2011/275/EU) (repealed)",
  "legislation_url": "https://openlegislation.uk/eu-decision-2011-275",
  "path": "annex/appendix/DIRECTIVE",
  "kind": "appendix",
  "number": "DIRECTIVE 2008/57/EC ON THE INTEROPERABILITY OF TH",
  "heading": null,
  "text": "TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION FOR INTEROPERABILITY\n‘Infrastructure’ subsystem for conventional rail\n1.\nINTRODUCTION\n1.1.\nTechnical scope\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n1.2.\nGeographical scope\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n1.3.\nContent of this TSI\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n2.\nDEFINITION AND SCOPE OF SUBSYSTEM\n2.1.\nDefinition of the infrastructure subsystem\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n2.2.\nInterfaces of this TSI with other TSIs\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n2.3.\nInterfaces of this TSI with the persons with reduced mobility TSI\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n2.4.\nInterfaces of this TSI with the safety in railway tunnels TSI\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n2.5.\nInclusion of infrastructure into the scope of the noise TSI\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n3.\nESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n4.\nDESCRIPTION OF THE INFRASTRUCTURE SUBSYSTEM\n4.1.\nIntroduction\n(1)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n(2)\nArticle 5(7) of the Directive says ‘the TSIs shall not be an impediment to decisions by the Member States concerning the use of infrastructures for the movement of vehicles not covered by the TSIs’.\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n(3)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n(4)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n4.2.\nFunctional and technical specifications of subsystem\n4.2.1.\nTSI categories of line\n(1)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n(2)\nThe requirements to be met by the infrastructure subsystem are specified for each of the following TSI categories of line of the trans-European conventional rail system, as relevant. These TSI categories of line may be used for the classification of existing lines insofar the relevant performance parameters will be met in consistency with the national migration plan.\n(3)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n(4)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n4.2.2.\nPerformance parameters\n(1)\nThe performance levels of the TSI categories of line defined in Section 4.2.1 are characterised by following performance parameters:\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n(2)\nThe performance levels for each TSI category of line are set out in Table 3 hereunder.\n(3)\nArticle 5(7) of Directive 2008/57/EC states:\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n(4)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n(5)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n(6)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n(7)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n(8)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n4.2.3.\nBasic parameters characterising the infrastructure subsystem\n4.2.3.1.\nList of basic parameters\n(1)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\nA.\nLine layout:\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\nB.\nTrack parameters:\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\nC.\nSwitches and crossings\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\nD.\nTrack resistance to applied loads\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\nE.\nStructures resistance to traffic loads\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\nF.\nTrack geometrical quality and limits on isolated defects\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\nG.\nPlatforms\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\nH.\nHealth, safety and environment\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\nI.\nProvision for operation\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\nJ.\nFixed installations for servicing trains\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n4.2.3.2.\nRequirements for basic parameters\n(1)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n(2)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n(3)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n(4)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n(5)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n(6)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n(7)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n(8)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n4.2.4.\nLine layout\n4.2.4.1.\nStructure gauge\nAll TSI categories of line\n(1)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n(2)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n(3)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n4.2.4.2.\nDistance between track centres\nAll TSI categories of line\n(1)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n(2)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n(3)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n4.2.4.3.\nMaximum gradients\nTSI categories of line IV-P and VI-P\n(1)\nGradients as steep as 35 mm/m are permitted for main tracks at the design phase provided the following ‘envelope’ requirements are observed:\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n(2)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\nTSI categories of line IV-F, IV-M, VI-F and VI-M\n(3)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n(4)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n(5)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n(6)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\nTSI categories of line V-P, V-F, V-M, VII-P, VII-F and VII-M\n(7)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\nAll TSI categories of line\n(8)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n(9)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n(10)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n4.2.4.4.\nMinimum radius of horizontal curve\nAll TSI categories of line\n(1)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n(2)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n(3)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n(4)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n(5)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n4.2.4.5.\nMinimum radius of vertical curve\nAll TSI categories of line\n(1)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n(2)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n4.2.5.\nTrack parameters\n4.2.5.1.\nNominal track gauge\nAll TSI categories of line\n(1)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n(2)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n4.2.5.2.\nCant\nAll TSI categories of line\n(1)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n(2)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\nTSI categories of line IV-P, V-P, VI-P and VII-P\n(3)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\nTSI categories of line IV-F, IV-M, V-F, V-M, VI-F, VI-M, VII-F and VII-M\n(4)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\nTSI categories of line IV-F, IV-M, VI-F and VI-M\n(5)\nOn curves with a radius less than 290 m, the cant shall be restricted to the limit given by the following formula\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n4.2.5.3.\nRate of change of cant (as a function of time)\nAll TSI categories of line\n(1)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n(2)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n4.2.5.4.\nCant deficiency\nAll TSI categories of line\n(1)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n4.2.5.4.1.\nCant deficiency on plain track and on the through route of switches and crossings\n(1)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n(2)\nFor trains which are not fitted with cant deficiency compensation systems, the cant deficiency on lines with speeds up to and including 200 km/h shall not exceed without any further demonstration the following:\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n(3)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n4.2.5.4.2.\nAbrupt change of cant deficiency on diverging track of switches\n(1)\nThe maximum design values of abrupt change of cant deficiency on diverging tracks shall be:\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n(2)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n4.2.5.5.\nEquivalent conicity\nAll TSI categories of line\n(1)\nThe limiting values for equivalent conicity quoted in Table 4 shall be calculated for the amplitude (y) of the wheelset’s lateral displacement:\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n4.2.5.5.1.\nDesign values for equivalent conicity\n(1)\nDesign values of track gauge, railhead profile and rail inclination for plain line shall be selected to ensure that the equivalent conicity limits set out in Table 4 are not exceeded.\n(2)\nThe following wheelsets shall be modelled passing over the designed track conditions (simulated by calculation according to EN 15302:2008):\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n4.2.5.5.2.\nRequirements for controlling equivalent conicity in service\n(1)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n(2)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n(3)\nThe infrastructure manager shall maintain the mean track gauge on straight track and in curves of radius R > 10 000 m at or above the limit set out in Table 5 below.\n(4)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n4.2.5.6.\nRailhead profile for plain line\nAll TSI categories of line\n(1)\nThe design of railhead profiles for plain line shall comprise:\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n4.2.5.7.\nRail inclination\nAll TSI categories of line\n4.2.5.7.1.\nPlain line\n(1)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n(2)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n(3)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n4.2.5.7.2.\nRequirements for switches and crossings\n(1)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n(2)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n(3)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n(4)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n(5)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n4.2.5.8.\nTrack stiffness\nAll TSI categories of line\n(1)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n4.2.6.\nSwitches and crossings\n4.2.6.1.\nMeans of locking\nTSI categories of line IV-P, IV-F, IV-M, VI-P, VI-F and VI-M\n(1)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\nTSI categories of line V-P, V-F, V-M, VII-P, VII-F and VII-M\n(2)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n4.2.6.2.\nIn-service geometry of switches and crossings\nAll TSI categories of line\n(1)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\nFigure 2\nPoint retraction in fixed common crossings\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n(2)\nThe technical characteristics of switches and crossings shall comply with the following in-service values:\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n(3)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n4.2.6.3.\nMaximum unguided length of fixed obtuse crossings\nAll TSI categories of line\n(1)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n4.2.7.\nTrack resistance to applied loads\n4.2.7.1.\nTrack resistance to vertical loads\nAll TSI categories of line\n(1)\nThe track, including switches and crossings, shall be designed to withstand at least the following forces:\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n4.2.7.2.\nLongitudinal track resistance\nAll TSI categories of line\n4.2.7.2.1.\nDesign forces\n(1)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n(2)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n4.2.7.2.2.\nCompatibility with braking systems\n(1)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n(2)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n(3)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n4.2.7.3.\nLateral track resistance\nAll TSI categories of line\n(1)\nThe track, including switches and crossings, shall be designed to withstand at least:\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n4.2.8.\nStructures resistance to traffic loads\n(1)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n4.2.8.1.\nResistance of new bridges to traffic loads\nAll TSI categories of line — only for new structures on new or existing lines\n4.2.8.1.1.\nVertical loads\n(1)\nStructures shall be designed to support vertical loads in accordance with the following load models, defined in EN 1991-2:2003:\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n(2)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n(3)\nThe value of alpha (α) shall be equal to or greater than the values set out in Table 6.\n(4)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n4.2.8.1.2.\nCentrifugal forces\n(1)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n4.2.8.1.3.\nNosing forces\n(1)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n4.2.8.1.4.\nActions due to traction and braking (longitudinal loads)\n(1)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n4.2.8.1.5.\nDesign track twist due to rail traffic actions\n(1)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n4.2.8.2.\nEquivalent vertical loading for new earthworks and earth pressure effects\nAll TSI categories of line — only for new structures on new and existing lines\n(1)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n(2)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n4.2.8.3.\nResistance of new structures over or adjacent to tracks\nAll TSI categories of line — only for new structures on new and existing lines\n(1)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n4.2.8.4.\nResistance of existing bridges and earthworks to traffic loads\nAll TSI categories of line — only for existing structures on new or existing lines\n(1)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n(2)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n(3)\nThe following cases are relevant:\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n(4)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n4.2.9.\nTrack geometrical quality and limits on isolated defects\n4.2.9.1.\nDetermination of immediate action, intervention, and alert limits\nAll TSI categories of line\n(1)\nThe infrastructure manager shall determine appropriate immediate action, intervention and alert limits for the following parameters:\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n(2)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n(3)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n(4)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n4.2.9.2.\nThe immediate action limit for track twist\nAll TSI categories of line\n(1)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n(2)\nThe track twist limit is a function of the measurement base applied (l) according to the formula:\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n(3)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\nTSI categories of line IV-F, IV-M, V-F, V-M, VI-F, VI-M, VII-F and VII-M\n(4)\nIf the radius of horizontal curve is less than 420 m and cant D > (R – 100)/2, track twist shall be limited according to the formula: Limit twist = (20/l + 1,5), with a maximum value between 6 mm/m and 3 mm/m depending on the twist base length as shown in Figure 4.\n4.2.9.3.\nThe immediate action limit for variation of track gauge\nAll TSI categories of line\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n4.2.9.4.\nThe immediate action limit for cant\nTSI categories of line IV-P, V-P, VI-P and VII-P\n(1)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\nTSI categories of line IV-F, IV-M, V-F, V-M, VI-F, VI-M, VII-F and VII-M\n(2)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n4.2.10.\nPlatforms\n(1)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n4.2.10.1.\nUsable length of platforms\nAll TSI categories of line\n(1)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n(2)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n(3)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n4.2.10.2.\nWidth and edge of platforms\nAll TSI categories of line\n(1)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n4.2.10.3.\nEnd of platforms\nAll TSI categories of line\n(1)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n4.2.10.4.\nHeight of platforms\nAll TSI categories of line\n(1)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n4.2.10.5.\nOffset of platforms\nAll TSI categories of line\n(1)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n4.2.11.\nHealth, safety and environment\n4.2.11.1.\nMaximum pressure variations in tunnels\nAll TSI categories of line\n(1)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n4.2.11.2.\nNoise and vibration limits and mitigation measures\nAll TSI categories of line\n(1)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n(2)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n4.2.11.3.\nProtection against electric shock\nAll TSI categories of line\n(1)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n4.2.11.4.\nSafety in railway tunnels\nAll TSI categories of line\n(1)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n4.2.11.5.\nEffect of crosswinds\nAll TSI categories of line\n(1)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n4.2.12.\nProvision for operation\n4.2.12.1.\nDistance markers\nAll TSI categories of line\n(1)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n(2)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n4.2.13.\nFixed installations for servicing trains\n4.2.13.1.\nGeneral\n(1)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n(2)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n4.2.13.2.\nToilet discharge\nAll TSI categories of line\n(1)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n4.2.13.3.\nTrain external cleaning facilities\nAll TSI categories of line\n(1)\nWhere a washing plant is provided it shall be able to clean the outer sides of single or double-deck trains between a height of:\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n(2)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n4.2.13.4.\nWater restocking\nAll TSI categories of line\n(1)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n(2)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n(3)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n4.2.13.5.\nRefuelling\nAll TSI categories of line\n(1)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n4.2.13.6.\nElectrical shore supply\nAll TSI categories of line\n(1)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n4.3.\nFunctional and technical specification of the interfaces\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n4.3.1.\nInterfaces with the rolling stock subsystem\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n4.3.2.\nInterfaces with the energy subsystem\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n4.3.3.\nInterfaces with the control command and signalling subsystem\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n4.3.4.\nInterfaces with the operation and traffic management subsystem\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n4.4.\nOperating rules\n4.4.1.\nExceptional conditions relating to pre-planned works\n(1)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n4.4.2.\nDegraded operation\n(1)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n4.4.3.\nProtection of workers against aerodynamic effects\n(1)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n(2)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n4.5.\nMaintenance plan\n4.5.1.\nBefore placing a line in service\n(1)\nA maintenance file shall be prepared setting out at least:\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n4.5.2.\nAfter placing a line in service\n(1)\nThe infrastructure manager shall have a maintenance plan containing the items listed in Section 4.5.1 together with at least the following items related to the same elements:\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n4.6.\nProfessional competences\n(1)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n4.7.\nHealth and safety conditions\n(1)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n4.8.\nRegister of infrastructure and European register of authorised types of vehicles\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n5.\nINTEROPERABILITY CONSTITUENTS\n5.1.\nBasis on which interoperability constituents have been selected\n(1)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n(2)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n5.2.\nList of constituents\n(1)\nFor the purposes of this technical specification for interoperability, only the following elements, whether individual components or subassemblies of the track are declared to be ‘interoperability constituents’:\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n(2)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n(3)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n5.3.\nConstituents performances and specifications\n5.3.1.\nThe rail\n(1)\nThe specifications of the ‘rail’ interoperability constituent are the following:\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n5.3.1.1.\nRailhead profile\n(1)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n(2)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n5.3.1.2.\nMoment of inertia of the rail cross section\n(1)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n(2)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n5.3.1.3.\nRail hardness\n(1)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n(2)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n5.3.2.\nThe rail fastening systems\n(1)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n(2)\nThe rail fastening system shall comply in laboratory test conditions with the following requirements:\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n5.3.3.\nTrack sleepers\n(1)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n6.\nASSESSMENT OF CONFORMITY OF INTEROPERABILITY CONSTITUENTS AND EC VERIFICATION OF THE SUBSYSTEMS\n6.1.\nInteroperability constituents\n6.1.1.\nConformity assessment procedures\n(1)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n6.1.2.\nApplication of modules\n(1)\nThe following modules for conformity assessment of interoperability constituents are used:\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n(2)\nThe modules for conformity assessment of interoperability constituents shall be chosen from those shown in Table 13.\n(3)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n(4)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n6.1.3.\nInnovative solutions for interoperability constituents\n(1)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n(2)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n(3)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n(4)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n6.1.4.\nEC declaration of conformity for interoperability constituents\n6.1.4.1.\nInteroperability constituents subject to other Community Directives\n(1)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n(2)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n6.1.4.2.\nEC declaration of conformity for the rail\n(1)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n6.1.4.3.\nEC declaration of conformity for rail fastening systems\n(1)\nThe EC declaration of conformity shall be accompanied by statement setting out:\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n6.1.4.4.\nEC declaration of conformity for track sleepers\n(1)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n6.2.\nInfrastructure subsystem\n6.2.1.\nGeneral provisions\n(1)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n(2)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n(3)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n(4)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n6.2.2.\nApplication of modules\n(1)\nFor the EC verification procedure of the infrastructure subsystem, the applicant may choose either:\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n6.2.2.1.\nApplication of module SG\n(1)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n6.2.2.2.\nApplication of module SH1\n(1)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n6.2.3.\nInnovative solutions\n(1)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n(2)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n(3)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n(4)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n6.2.4.\nParticular assessment procedures for subsystem\n6.2.4.1.\nAssessment of structure gauge\n(1)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n6.2.4.2.\nAssessment of distance between track centres\n(1)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n6.2.4.3.\nAssessment of cant deficiency\n(1)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n(2)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n6.2.4.4.\nAssessment of design values for equivalent conicity\n(1)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n6.2.4.5.\nAssessment of minimum value of mean track gauge\n(1)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n6.2.4.6.\nAssessment of maximum pressure variations in tunnels\n(1)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n(2)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n(3)\nThe reference cross section areas of the interoperable trains to be considered is to be, independently to each motor or trailer vehicle:\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n(4)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n6.2.4.7.\nAssessment of geometry of switches and crossings\n(1)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n(2)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n6.2.4.8.\nAssessment of new structures\n(1)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n6.2.4.9.\nAssessment of existing structures\n(1)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n6.2.4.10.\nAssessment of fixed installations for servicing trains\n(1)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n6.2.5.\nTechnical solutions giving presumption of conformity at design phase\n6.2.5.1.\nAssessment of track resistance for plain line\n(1)\nPlain line ballasted track conforming to the following characteristics is deemed to have met the requirements set out in Section 4.2.7 related to track resistance to longitudinal, vertical and lateral forces:\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n6.2.5.2.\nAssessment of track resistance for switches and crossings\n(1)\nSwitches and crossings in ballasted track conforming to the following characteristics are deemed to have met the requirements set out in Section 4.2.7 related to track resistance to longitudinal, vertical and lateral forces:\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n6.3.\nEC verification when speed is used as a migration criterion\n(1)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n(2)\nSome limiting values set out in Chapter 4 depend on the intended speed of the route.\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n(3)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n(4)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n6.4.\nAssessment of maintenance plan\n(1)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n(2)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n(3)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n6.5.\nAssessment of Register of Infrastructure\n(1)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n6.6.\nSubsystems containing interoperability constituents not holding an EC declaration\n6.6.1.\nConditions\n(1)\nDuring the transition period provided for in Article 6 of this Decision, a notified body is permitted to issue an EC certificate of verification for a subsystem even if some of the interoperability constituents incorporated within the subsystem are not covered by the relevant EC declarations of conformity and/or suitability for use according to this TSI, if the following criteria are complied with:\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n(2)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n6.6.2.\nDocumentation\n(1)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n(2)\nThe EC declaration of verification of the subsystem shall indicate clearly:\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n6.6.3.\nMaintenance of the subsystems certified according to 6.6.1\n(1)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n(2)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n7.\nIMPLEMENTING THE INFRASTRUCTURE TSI\n7.1.\nApplication of this TSI to conventional rail lines\n(1)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n(2)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n7.2.\nApplication of this TSI to new conventional rail lines\n(1)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n(2)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n(3)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n(4)\nThe following situations, for example to increase speed or capacity, may be considered as the construction of an upgraded line rather than a new line:\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n7.3.\nApplication of this TSI to existing conventional rail lines\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n7.3.1.\nUpgrading of a line\n(1)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n(2)\nThe infrastructure subsystem of a line is considered to be upgraded when at least the performance parameters axle load and gauge as defined in Section 4.2.2 are met. In these cases, the Member State shall check that the file referred to in Article 20.1 of Directive 2008/57/EC meets the following requests:\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n(3)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n(4)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n(5)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n7.3.2.\nRenewal of a line\n(1)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n(2)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n(3)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n(4)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n(5)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n7.3.3.\nSubstitution in the framework of maintenance\n(1)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n(2)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n(3)\nIn order to get a valuable part of the infrastructure subsystem for a progressive process towards interoperability, a group of basic parameters should always be adapted together. These groups are the following:\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n(4)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n7.3.4.\nExisting lines that are not subject to a renewal or upgrading project\n(1)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n(2)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n7.4.\nSpeed as migration criterion\n(1)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n(2)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n(3)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n7.5.\nCompatibility of infrastructure and rolling stock\n(1)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n(2)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n(3)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n(4)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n7.6.\nSpecific cases\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n7.6.1.\nParticular features on the Estonian network\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n7.6.2.\nParticular features on the Finnish network\n7.6.2.1.\nStructure gauge (4.2.4.1)\nP cases\nAll TSI categories of line — clauses (1) and (2)\n(1)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n(2)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n7.6.2.2.\nMinimum radius of horizontal curve (4.2.4.4)\nP cases\nAll TSI categories of line — clause (4)\n(4)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n7.6.2.3.\nNominal track gauge (4.2.5.1)\nP cases\nAll TSI categories of line — clause (1)\n(1)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n7.6.2.4.\nDesign values for equivalent conicity (4.2.5.5.1)\nP cases\nAll TSI categories of line — clause (2)\n(2)\nFor the nominal track gauge of 1 524 mm the following wheelsets shall be modelled passing over the designed track conditions (simulated by calculation according to EN 15302:2008):\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n7.6.2.5.\nRequirements for controlling equivalent conicity in service (4.2.5.5.2)\nP cases\nAll TSI categories of line — Table 5\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n7.6.2.6.\nIn-service geometry of switches and crossings (4.2.6.2)\nP cases\nAll TSI categories of line — clause (2)\n(2)\nThe technical characteristics of switches and crossings for the nominal track gauge of 1 524 mm shall comply with the following in-service values:\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n7.6.3.\nParticular features on the Hellenic network\n7.6.3.1.\nPerformance parameters (4.2.2)\nP cases\nAll TSI categories of line — clauses (2), (6) and (7)\n(2)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n(6)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n(7)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n7.6.3.2.\nStructure gauge (4.2.4.1)\nP cases\nAll TSI categories of line — clauses (1) and (2)\n(1)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n7.6.3.3.\nDistance between track centres (4.2.4.2)\nP cases\nAll TSI categories of line — clause (1) and (2)\n(1)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n7.6.3.4.\nMaximum gradients (4.2.4.3)\nP cases\nTSI categories of line IV-F, IV-M, VI-F and VI-M — clauses (3) and (4)\n(3)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n7.6.3.5.\nMinimum radius of horizontal curve (4.2.4.4)\nP cases\nAll TSI categories of line — clause (2)\n(2)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n7.6.3.6.\nMinimum radius of vertical curve (4.2.4.5)\nP cases\nAll TSI categories of line — clause (1)\n(1)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n7.6.3.7.\nNominal track gauge (4.2.5.1)\nP cases\nAll TSI categories of line — clause (1)\n(1)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n7.6.3.8.\nIn-service geometry of switches and crossings (4.2.6.2)\nP cases\nAll TSI categories of line — clause (2)\n(2)\nThe technical characteristics of switches and crossings for the nominal track gauge of 1 000 mm (of Peloponnese) shall comply with the following in-service values:\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n7.6.3.9.\nTrack resistance to vertical loads (4.2.7.1)\nP cases\nAll TSI categories of line — clause (a)\n(a)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n7.6.3.10.\nResistance of new bridges to traffic loads (4.2.8.1) — vertical loads (4.2.8.1.1)\nP cases\nAll TSI categories of line — only for new structures on new or existing lines — clause (3)\n(3)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n7.6.4.\nParticular features on the Irish network\n7.6.4.1.\nPerformance parameters (4.2.2) — clause (2) — Table 3, column ‘train length’\n(2)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n7.6.4.2.\nStructure gauge (4.2.4.1)\nP cases\nTSI categories of line IV-P, IV-F, IV-M, VI-P, VI-F and VI-M — clauses (1) and (2)\n(1)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\nTSI categories of line V-P, V-F, V-M, VII-P, VII-F and VII-M — clauses (1) and (2)\n(1)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n7.6.4.3.\nDistance between track centres (4.2.4.2)\nP cases\nTSI categories of line IV-P, IV-F, IV-M, VI-P, VI-F and VI-M — clause (1) and (2)\n(1)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\nTSI categories of line V-P, V-F, V-M, VII-P, VII-F and VII-M — clause (1) and (2)\n(1)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n7.6.4.4.\nNominal track gauge (4.2.5.1)\nP cases\nAll TSI categories of line — clause (1)\n(1)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n7.6.4.5.\nDesign values for equivalent conicity (4.2.5.5.1)\nP cases\nAll TSI categories of line — clause (2)\n(2)\nFor the nominal track gauge of 1 600 mm the following wheelsets shall be modelled passing over the designed track conditions (simulated by calculation according to EN 15302:2008):\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n7.6.4.6.\nRequirements for controlling equivalent conicity in service (4.2.5.5.2)\nP cases\nAll TSI categories of line — Table 5\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n7.6.4.7.\nIn-service geometry of switches and crossings (4.2.6.2)\nP cases\nAll TSI categories of line — clause (2)\n(2)\nThe technical characteristics of switches and crossings for the nominal track gauge of 1 600 mm shall comply with the following in-service values:\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n7.6.5.\nParticular features on the Latvian network\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n7.6.6.\nParticular features on the Lithuanian network\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n7.6.7.\nParticular features on the Polish network\n7.6.7.1.\nStructure gauge (4.2.4.1)\nP cases\nAll TSI categories of line — clauses (1) and (2)\n(1)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n7.6.7.2.\nNominal track gauge (4.2.5.1)\nP cases\nAll TSI categories of line — additional clause (3)\n(3)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n7.6.7.3.\nDesign values for equivalent conicity (4.2.5.5.1)\nP cases\nAll TSI categories of line — clause (2)\n(2)\nFor the nominal track gauge of 1 520 mm the following wheelsets shall be modelled passing over the designed track conditions (simulated by calculation according to EN 15302:2008):\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n7.6.7.4.\nRequirements for controlling equivalent conicity in service (4.2.5.5.2)\nP cases\nAll TSI categories of line — Table 5\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n7.6.7.5.\nIn-service geometry of switches and crossings (4.2.6.2)\nP cases\nAll TSI categories of line — clause (2)\n(2)\nThe technical characteristics of switches and crossings for the nominal track gauge of 1 520 mm shall comply with the following in-service values:\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n7.6.7.6.\nMaximum unguided length of fixed obtuse crossings (4.2.6.3)\nP cases\nAll TSI categories of line — clause (1)\n(1)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n7.6.8.\nParticular features on the Portuguese network\n7.6.8.1.\nStructure gauge (4.2.4.1)\nP cases\nAll TSI categories of line — clauses (1) and (2)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n7.6.8.2.\nNominal track gauge (4.2.5.1)\nP cases\nAll TSI categories of line — clause (1)\n(1)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n7.6.8.3.\nDesign values for equivalent conicity (4.2.5.5.1)\nP cases\nAll TSI categories of line — clause (2)\n(2)\nFor the nominal track gauge of 1 668 mm the following wheelsets shall be modelled passing over the designed track conditions (simulated by calculation according to EN 15302:2008):\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n7.6.8.4.\nRequirements for controlling equivalent conicity in service (4.2.5.5.2)\nP cases\nAll TSI categories of line — Table 5\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n7.6.8.5.\nIn-service geometry of switches and crossings (4.2.6.2)\nP cases\nAll TSI categories of line — clause (2)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n7.6.9.\nParticular features on the Romanian network\n7.6.9.1.\nIn-service geometry of switches and crossings (4.2.6.2)\nP cases\nAll TSI categories of line — clause (2)(f)\n(2)(f)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n7.6.10.\nParticular features on the Spanish network\n7.6.10.1.\nStructure gauge (4.2.4.1)\nP cases\nTSI categories of line V-P, V-F, V-M, VII-P, VII-F and VII-M — clauses (1) and (2)\n(1)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\nAll TSI categories of line — additional clause (4)\n(4)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n7.6.10.2.\nDistance between track centres (4.2.4.2)\nP cases\nTSI categories of line IV-P, IV-F, IV-M, VI-P, VI-F and VI-M — clauses (1) and (2)\n(1)\nThe distance between track centres such for 1 668 mm as for 1 435 mm track gauge will be according to the maximum speed of the line.\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\nTSI categories of line V-P, V-F, V-M, VII-P, VII-F and VII-M — clauses (1) and (2)\n(1)\nThe minimum distance between track centres such for 1 668 mm as for 1 435 mm track gauge shall be 3 808 mm.\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n7.6.10.3.\nMaximum gradients (4.2.4.3)\nP cases\nTSI categories of line IV-F, IV-M, VI-F and VI-M — clauses (3) and (4)\n(3)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n7.6.10.4.\nNominal track gauge (4.2.5.1)\nP cases\nAll TSI categories of line — clause (1) and additional clause (3)\n(1)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n(3)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n7.6.10.5.\nDesign values for equivalent conicity (4.2.5.5.1)\nAll TSI categories of line — clause (2)\n(2)\nFor the nominal track gauge of 1 668 mm the following wheelsets shall be modelled passing over the designed track conditions (simulated by calculation according to EN 15302:2008):\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n7.6.10.6.\nRequirements for controlling equivalent conicity in service (4.2.5.5.2)\nP cases\nAll TSI categories of line — Table 5\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n7.6.10.7.\nIn-service geometry of switches and crossings (4.2.6.2)\nP cases\nAll TSI categories of line — clause (2)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n7.6.11.\nParticular features on the Swedish network\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n7.6.12.\nParticular features on the UK network for Great Britain\n7.6.12.1.\nPerformance parameters (4.2.2)\nP cases\nAll TSI categories of line — clause (7)\n(7)\nThe published information relating to axle load shall use the route availability (RA) number (derived in accordance with the national technical rule notified for this purpose) in combination with the permitted speed.\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n7.6.12.2.\nStructure gauge (4.2.4.1)\nP cases\nTSI categories of line V-P, V-F, V-M, VII-P, VII-F and VII-M — clauses (1) and (2)\n(1)\nFor the upgrading or renewal of conventional lines with respect to structure gauge, the structure gauge to be achieved will be specific to the project concerned.\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n7.6.12.3.\nDistance between track centres (4.2.4.2)\nP cases\nTSI categories of line V-P, V-F, V-M, VII-P, VII-F and VII-M — clauses (1) and (2)\n(1)\nThe nominal distance between track centres shall be 3 400 mm on straight track and curved track with a radius of 400 m or greater.\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n7.6.12.4.\nNominal track gauge (4.2.5.1)\nP cases\nTSI categories of line V-P, V-F, V-M, VII-P, VII-F and VII-M — additional clause (3)\n(3)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n7.6.12.5.\nIn-service geometry of switches and crossings (4.2.6.2)\nP cases\nTSI categories of line V-P, V-F, V-M, VII-P, VII-F and VII-M — additional clause (4)\n(4)\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\n7.6.13.\nParticular features on the UK network for Northern Ireland\n. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .",
  "extent": "E+W+S+N.I.",
  "status": "repealed",
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      "type": "F",
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      "text": "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)."
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  "outstanding_effects": [],
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    "source_url": "https://www.legislation.gov.uk/eudn/2011/275/annex/appendix/DIRECTIVE",
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  "attribution": "Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Source: legislation.gov.uk, The National Archives."
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