Explanatory note
(This note is not part of the Order)
This Order authorises the use of specified rail vehicles forming Class 170/4 diesel multiple-units, although they do not conform with certain requirements of the Rail Vehicle Accessibility Regulations 1998 because—
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warning sounds are emitted whenever the passenger doors in the sides of the vehicles are closed;
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passenger operation of some doors is by means of beam operated door sensors; and
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the door control devices for doors in the sides of the vehicles are positioned above the maximum permissible height.
It sets time limits on the authorisations and imposes conditions.