EN 12644-1:2001+A1:2008
(Main)Cranes - Information for use and testing - Part 1: Instructions
Cranes - Information for use and testing - Part 1: Instructions
This part of EN 12644 specifies requirements for the presentation and content of instruction handbook(s)
supplied by the manufacturer for the use of cranes.
This crane standard has been written to be used in conjunction with other crane standards being prepared by
CEN/TC 147.
NOTE Specific requirements for particular types of crane, are given in the appropriate European Standard for the
particular crane type.
The hazards covered by this standard are identified in clause 4.
This part of EN 12644 applies to cranes which are manufactured after the date of approval by CEN of this
standard.
This standard does not cover hazards related to the lifting of persons.
Krane - Informationen für die Nutzung und Prüfung - Teil 1: Betriebsanleitungen
Dieser Teil von EN 12644 legt Anforderungen für die Darstellung und den Inhalt der Betriebsanleitung fest, die der Hersteller für die Nutzung der Krane liefert.
Diese Kran-Norm ist erstellt worden, um zusammen mit anderen Kran Normen angewendet zu werden, die von CEN/TC 147 erarbeitet werden.
ANMERKUNG Spezifische Anforderungen für einzelne Kranarten sind in den entsprechenden Europäischen Normen für diese Kranarten enthalten.
Die in dieser Norm behandelten Gefährdungen, sind in Abschnitt 4 angegeben.
Dieser Teil von EN 12644 gilt für Krane, die nach dem Datum hergestellt werden, an dem CEN diese Norm angenommen hat.
Diese Norm behandelt nicht Gefährdungen, die mit dem Heben von Personen zusammenhängen.
Appareils de levage à charge suspendue - Information pour l'utilisation et les essais - Partie 1: Instructions
La présente partie de l’EN12644 donne les prescriptions pour la présentation et le contenu de la (des) notice(s)
d'instructions fournies par le constructeur pour l'utilisation des appareils de levage à charge suspendue.
La présente norme sur les appareils de levage à charge suspendue a été écrite pour être utilisée conjointement avec
les autres normes sur les appareils de levage à charge suspendue qui ont été élaborées par le CEN/TC 147.
NOTE Des prescriptions spécifiques pour les types particuliers d’appareils de levage à charge suspendue sont données
dans la norme Européenne correspondante pour le type d'appareil de levage particulier.
Les phénomènes dangereux couverts par la présente norme européenne sont identifiés à l'article 4.
La présente partie de l'EN 12644 s'applique aux appareils de levage construits après la date d'adoption par le CEN
de la présente norme.
La présente norme ne couvre pas les phénomènes dangereux liés au levage de personnes.
Dvigala (žerjavi) - Navodilo za uporabo in preskus - 1. del: Navodila
General Information
- Status
- Withdrawn
- Publication Date
- 22-Jul-2008
- Withdrawal Date
- 13-Apr-2025
- Technical Committee
- CEN/TC 147 - Cranes - Safety
- Drafting Committee
- CEN/TC 147/WG 5 - Requirements for inspection and use
- Current Stage
- 9960 - Withdrawal effective - Withdrawal
- Start Date
- 31-Jul-2024
- Completion Date
- 14-Apr-2025
- Directive
- 98/37/EC - Machinery
Relations
- Effective Date
- 19-Jan-2023
Frequently Asked Questions
EN 12644-1:2001+A1:2008 is a standard published by the European Committee for Standardization (CEN). Its full title is "Cranes - Information for use and testing - Part 1: Instructions". This standard covers: This part of EN 12644 specifies requirements for the presentation and content of instruction handbook(s) supplied by the manufacturer for the use of cranes. This crane standard has been written to be used in conjunction with other crane standards being prepared by CEN/TC 147. NOTE Specific requirements for particular types of crane, are given in the appropriate European Standard for the particular crane type. The hazards covered by this standard are identified in clause 4. This part of EN 12644 applies to cranes which are manufactured after the date of approval by CEN of this standard. This standard does not cover hazards related to the lifting of persons.
This part of EN 12644 specifies requirements for the presentation and content of instruction handbook(s) supplied by the manufacturer for the use of cranes. This crane standard has been written to be used in conjunction with other crane standards being prepared by CEN/TC 147. NOTE Specific requirements for particular types of crane, are given in the appropriate European Standard for the particular crane type. The hazards covered by this standard are identified in clause 4. This part of EN 12644 applies to cranes which are manufactured after the date of approval by CEN of this standard. This standard does not cover hazards related to the lifting of persons.
EN 12644-1:2001+A1:2008 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 53.020.20 - Cranes. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
EN 12644-1:2001+A1:2008 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to EN 12644-1:2001. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.
EN 12644-1:2001+A1:2008 is associated with the following European legislation: EU Directives/Regulations: 2006/42/EC, 98/37/EC; Standardization Mandates: M/079, M/396. When a standard is cited in the Official Journal of the European Union, products manufactured in conformity with it benefit from a presumption of conformity with the essential requirements of the corresponding EU directive or regulation.
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Standards Content (Sample)
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.Dvigala (žerjavi) - Navodilo za uporabo in preskus - 1. del: NavodilaKrane - Informationen für die Nutzung und Prüfung - Teil 1: BetriebsanleitungenAppareils de levage à charge suspendue - Information pour l'utilisation et les essais - Partie 1: InstructionsCranes - Information for use and testing - Part 1: Instructions53.020.20DvigalaCranesICS:Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z:EN 12644-1:2001+A1:2008SIST EN 12644-1:2001+A1:2008en,fr01-december-2008SIST EN 12644-1:2001+A1:2008SLOVENSKI
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EN 12644-1:2001+A1
July 2008 ICS 53.020.20 Supersedes EN 12644-1:2001 English Version
Cranes - Information for use and testing - Part 1: Instructions
Appareils de levage à charge suspendue - Information pour l'utilisation et les essais - Partie 1: Instructions
Krane - Informationen für die Nutzung und Prüfung -Teil 1: Betriebsanleitungen This European Standard was approved by CEN on 13 December 2000 and includes Amendment 1 approved by CEN on 15 June 2008.
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.
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3.2 crane driver person operating the crane for the purpose of handling loads.
3.3 examination verification that the crane can safely continue in service including a functional test of all safety devices i.e. limiting, indicating equipment, brakes, clutches etc to verify that they operate within the required tolerances. An examination is more thorough than an inspection.
3.4 inspection looking at the crane for defects and checking the operation of the controls, limiting and indicating devices without loading the crane. This is much more than a check but does not normally require any part of the crane to be dismantled other than removal or opening of cover(s) or housing(s).
3.5 instruction handbook principal means by which the manufacturer provides information or instructions on how the crane has to be used.
3.6 rated capacity load(s) that the crane is designed to lift for a given operating condition (e.g. configuration, position of load).
3.7 service conditions
3.7.1 in-service crane in use handling or preparing to handle loads up to the rated capacity in conditions as specified by the manufacturer.
3.7.2 out-of-service crane out of use, without load and left in conditions as specified by the manufacturer.
3.8 test specific operation of the crane with or without a defined load in order to establish whether the crane is fit for use.
3.9 use any operation with or on the crane e.g. transportation, erection, dismantling, maintenance, movements of the load. SIST EN 12644-1:2001+A1:2008
3.10 user; user organisation person or organisation which has direct control over the crane use.
4 Hazards Cranes can present hazards to persons in the danger zone. Instructions regarding use, handling, maintenance etc. of cranes are necessary to reduce or eliminate the risks associated with the hazards. This standard specifies requirements for instructions in order to prevent or minimize hazards or hazardous situations. A list of hazards is given in the appropriate standards for each crane type. 5 Requirements for instructio
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