SIST EN 996:2000+A3:2009

SLOVENSKI STANDARD
SIST EN 996:2000+A3:2009
01-maj-2009
Oprema za vrtanje lukenj za zabijanje pilotov - Varnostne zahteve
Piling equipment - Safety requirements
Rammausrüstung - Sicherheitsanforderungen
Matériel de battage - Prescriptions de sécurité
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: EN 996:1995+A3:2009
ICS:
91.220 Gradbena oprema Construction equipment
SIST EN 996:2000+A3:2009 en
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.

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EUROPEAN STANDARD
EN 996:1995+A3

NORME EUROPÉENNE

EUROPÄISCHE NORM
March 2009
ICS 91.220 Supersedes EN 996:1995
English Version
Piling equipment - Safety requirements
Matériel de battage - Prescriptions de sécurité Rammausrüstung - Sicherheitsanforderungen
This European Standard was approved by CEN on 26 October 1995 and includes Amendment 1 approved by CEN on 8 January 1999,
Corrigendum 1 issued by CEN on 18 August 1999, Amendment 2 approved by CEN on 27 June 2003 and Amendment 3 approved by CEN
on 25 January 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.

CEN members are the national standards bodies of 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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© 2009 CEN All rights of exploitation in any form and by any means reserved Ref. No. EN 996:1995+A3:2009: E
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Contents Page
Foreword .4
Introduction .5
1 Scope .5
2 Normative references .6
3 Definitions .8
4 Safety measures and/or provisions .8
4.1 Stability .9
4.2 Ergonomics .9
4.3 Hot and cold surfaces and sharp edges .9
4.4 Hydraulic and pneumatic hoses or pipes .9
4.5 Isolation of energy sources .9
4.6 Pulleys, drums and wire ropes .9
4.7 Winches . 10
4.8 Devices for transport and mounting . 11
4.9 Operator's position . 11
4.10 Visibility . 12
4.11 Illumination . 12
4.12 Starting . 12
4.13 Controls . 12
4.14 Guards to prevent falling . 14
4.15 Personnel lift or platform . 14
4.16 Suspension device of vibrators . 15
4.17 Clamping devices . 15
4.18 Inclination measuring system . 16
4.19 Electrical installation . 16
4.20 Control over output energy . 16
4.21 Piling equipment – Auxiliary equipment . 16
4.22 Emergency stop . 17
4.23 Brakes of the carrier machine . 17
4.24 Protection against moving parts . 17
4.25 Hydraulic installations . 18
4.26 Fire protection . 18
4.27 Noise . 19
4.28 Vibrations . 20
4.29 Data plate . 20
4.30 Warning devices and signs . 20
4.31 Maintenance . 21
5 Information for use . 21
5.1 General . 21
5.2 Operator's manual . 21
5.3 Examinations or inspections . 23
5.4 Spare parts list . 24
5.5 Maintenance and service manual. 24
6 Verification of safety requirements/measures . 25
Annex A (normative) List of significant hazards . 26
Annex B (normative) Calculation of piling equipment stability and ground pressure . 28
Annex C (normative) Diaphragm walling rig - Safety requirements . 41
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Annex D (normative) Wire rope grips for drop hammers - Selection and fitting . 44
Annex E (informative) Grouting and injection equipment - Safety . 47
Annex F (informative) Bibliography . 49
Annex G (normative) ####Noise test code for pile installation and extracting equipment$$$$ . 52
Annex ZA (informative) %%%%Relationship between this European Standard and the Essential
Requirements of EU Directive 98/37/EC"" . 61
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Annex ZB (informative) %%%%Relationship between this European Standard and the Essential
Requirements of EU Directive 2006/42/EC"" . 62
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Foreword
This document (EN 996:1995+A3:2009) has been prepared by 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 September 2009, and conflicting national standards shall be
withdrawn at the latest by December 2009.
This European Standard was approved by CEN on 26 October 1995 and includes Amendment 1 approved by
CEN on 8 January 1999, Corrigendum 1 issued by CEN on 18 August 1999, Amendment 2 approved by CEN
on 27 June 2003 and Amendment 3 approved by CEN on 25 January 2009.
This document supersedes EN 996:1995.
The start and finish of text introduced or altered by amendment is indicated in the text by tags
!", # $ and % &.
The modifications of the related CEN Corrigendum have been implemented at the appropriate places in the
text and are indicated by the tags ˜ ™.
This European Standard 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.&
The Annex A is normative and contains "List of significant hazards", the Annex B is normative and contains
"Calculation of piling equipment stability and ground pressure", the Annex C is normative and contains
"Diaphragm walling equipment – Safety requirements", the Annex D is normative and contains "Wire rope
grips for drop hammers – Selection and fitting", the Annex E is informative and contains "Grouting and
injection equipment – Safety" and the Annex F is informative and contains a "Bibliography". #The Annex G
is normative and contains “Noise test code for pile installation and extracting equipment".$
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 European standard is a Type C – standard as defined in EN 292-1:1991.
The machinery concerned and the extent to which hazards are covered is indicated in the scope of this
standard.
1 Scope
1.1 This standard specifies safety requirements for piling equipment suitable for the following purposes:
a) Construction of foundations, slurry walls or retaining walls, using piles or other longitudinal elements;
b) Removal of piles;
c) Installation of drain – or injection elements.
The pile material can be timber, concrete (precast or cast in situ) or steel (tubes or rolled sections).
Additionally, piles may have an interlocking feature to enable adjacent piles to be joined together.
1.2 This European standard deals with all significant hazards pertinent to piling equipment, when they are
used as intended and under the conditions foreseen by the manufacturer (see annex A) associated with the
following:
 Transport of equipment;
 Rigging and dismantling of equipment;
 Equipment in service and out of service;
 Moving of equipment between pile positions;
 Storage of equipment.
This European Standard specifies the appropriate technical measures to eliminate or reduce risks arising from
the significant hazards.
1.3 Piling equipment includes:
a) Piling rig consisting of carrier machine (crawler, wheel or rail mounted, floating), leader attachment,
leader or other guiding systems, e.g. direct mounted, boom supported, swinging, guide cage or free
riding;
b) Pile installation and extraction equipment, e.g. impact hammers, extractors, vibrators or static pile
pushing/pulling devices;
c) Accessories, e.g. pile caps, helmets, plates, followers, clamping devices, pile handling devices, pile
guides, acoustic shrouds and shock/vibration absorbing devices, power packs/generators and personnel
lifts or platforms.
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1.4 In addition, this standard applies to diaphragm walling rigs. Additionally, the particular requirements
which apply to diaphragm walling equipment are given in normative annex C.
1.5 If the carrier machine of a piling rig consists of an excavator, crane etc. the carrier shall be covered by
its own standards to the extent the requirements of this standard are not applicable.
!If piling equipment is also intended to operate with drilling attachment, EN 791 shall be complied with, too,
except for the stability requirements which shall be in accordance with 4.1 of this European Standard
(EN 996)."
1.6 When operating in explosive atmosphere, additional requirements are needed which are not contained
in this standard.
1.7 Informative Annex E is provided for the information and guidance for manufacturers of grouting and
injection equipment for use in the foundation industry in the absence of a European Standard for this
equipment. It is not a normative part of this standard and does not contain sufficient guidance on safety
requirements and measures to achieve conformity with the essential safety requirements of any EC Directive.
1.8 This European Standard applies primarily to machines which are manufactured after the date of
approval by CEN of the standard.
2 Normative references
This European Standard incorporates by dated or undated references, 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.
EN 3, Portable fire extinguishers
EN 292-1, Safety of machinery - Basic concepts - general principles for design — Part 1: Basic terminology,
methodology
EN 292-2:1991, Safety of machinery - Basic concepts - general principles for design — Part 2: Technical
principles and specifications
EN 418, Safety of machinery – Emergency stop equipment, functional aspects – Principles for design
EN 474-1:1994, Earth-moving machinery – Safety – Part 1: General requirements
EN 791, Drill rigs - Safety
prEN 809, Pumps and pump-units for liquids – Safety requirements
prEN 853, Rubber hoses and hose assemblies – Wire braid reinforced hydraulic type - Specification
prEN 854, Rubber hoses and hose assemblies – Textile reinforced hydraulic type - Specification
prEN 855, Plastic hoses and hose assemblies – Thermoplastics textile reinforced hydraulic type -
Specification
prEN 856, Rubber hoses and hose assemblies – Spiral wire reinforced hydraulic type - Specification
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prEN 857, Rubber hoses and hose assemblies – Wire braid reinforced compact type for hydraulic applications
- Specification
prEN 953, Safety of machinery – General requirements for the design and construction of guards (fixed,
movable)
prEN 954-1, Safety of machinery - Safety related parts of control systems — Part 1: General principles for
design
prEN 982, Safety requirements for fluid power systems and components – Hydraulics
prEN 983, Safety requirements for fluid power systems and components – Pneumatics
prEN 1037, Safety of machinery – Isolation and energy dissipation – Prevention of unexpected start-up
prEN 12151, Machinery and plant for the preparation of concrete and mortar – Safety requirements
ENV 1070, Safety of machinery – Terminology
EN ISO 3457:1995, Earth-moving machinery – Guards and shields – Definitions and specifications
#EN ISO 3744:1995, Acoustics - Determination of sound power levels of noise sources using sound
pressure - Engineering method in an essentially free-field over a reflecting plane (ISO 3744:1994)$
EN ISO 6682, Earth-moving machinery – Zones of comfort and reach for controls
#EN ISO 11201, Acoustics - Noise emitted by machinery and equipment – Measurement of emission sound
pressure levels at a work station and at other specified positions - Engineering method in an essentially free-
field over a reflecting plane (ISO 11201:1995)
EN ISO 11203:1995, Acoustics - Noise emitted by machinery and equipment - Determination of emission
sound pressure levels at a work station and at other specified positions from the sound power level (ISO
11203:1995) $
EN 22860, Earth-moving machinery – Minimum access dimensions
EN 23411, Earth-moving machinery – Human physical dimensions of operators and minimum operator space
envelope
EN 60204-1:1992, Safety of machinery - Electrical equipment of industrial machines – Part 1: General
requirements
#EN 60804, Integrating-averaging sound level meters (IEC 60804:2000)$
ISO 2631-1:1985, Evaluation of human exposure to whole-body vibration – Part 1: General requirements
ISO 2631-3:1985, Evaluation of human exposure to whole-body vibration – Part 3: Evaluation of exposure to
whole-body z-axis vertical vibration in the frequency range 0,1 to 0,63 Hz
ISO 2867:1994, Earth-moving machinery – Access systems
ISO 3449:1992, Earth-moving machinery – Falling object protective structures (FOPS) – Laboratory tests and
performance requirements
ISO 3795:1989, Road vehicles and tractors and machinery for agriculture and forestry – Determination of
burning behaviour of interior materials
ISO 3864:1984, Safety colours and safety signs
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ISO 4302:1981, Cranes – Wind load assessment
ISO 4305:1991, Mobile cranes – Determination of stability
ISO 4309:1990, Cranes – Wire ropes – Code of practice for examination and discard
ISO 6394:1985, Acoustics – Measurement of airborne noise emitted by earth-moving machinery – Operator's
position – Stationary test condition
ISO 6405-1:1991, Earth-moving machinery – Symbols for operator controls and other displays – Part 1:
Common symbols
ISO 7095:1982, Earth-moving machinery – Crawler tractor and crawler loader – Operator's controls
ISO 12508:1994, Earth-moving machinery – Limits for potentially injury-causing sharp edges
3 Definitions
For the purposes of this European Standard the definitions stated in ENV 1070:1993 apply.
Additional definitions specifically needed for this European Standard are added below:
3.1
piling equipment
assembly of machines and components used for installation or extraction of piles
3.2
piling rig
carrier machine complete with leader attachment and leader but without pile installation and other equipment
3.3
pile elements
pile elements consist of timber, concrete (precast or cast in situ) or steel (tubes or rolled sections). Piles may
have an interlocking feature to enable adjacent piles to be joined together.
3.4
carrier machine
machine providing mobility for and supporting the weight of the piling equipment, together with the pile
NOTE A carrier machine may also accommodate the necessary power source and controls of the piling equipment.
Apart from stationary carrier machines, wheel, crawler or rail mounted, together with fixed or movable floating carrier
machines can be considered.
3.5
leader
a structure mounted to the carrier machine guiding the installation and extracting equipment
3.6
pile installation and extracting equipment
impact, vibration equipment and static devices that are used for driving and/or extracting of pile elements
4 Safety measures and/or provisions
Machinery shall comply with the safety measures and/or technical provisions of this clause and in addition
with EN 292-1:1991 and EN 292-2:1991 for hazards relevant but not significant which are not covered by this
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4.1 Stability
4.1.1 The stability shall be proven according to annex B. Stability criteria are:
 A minimum stability angle and the summation of suitably amplified moments.
The operator's manual shall state under which conditions the piling equipment can be stably used. The
manufacturer/supplier of the piling equipment, as delivered, is responsible that the stability is verified by
calculation.
4.1.2 Weights and positions of centres of gravity of the machine parts which are the basis for the stability
calculation shall be obtained by calculation and/or weighing.
4.1.3 Each manufacturer of single parts of the machine shall supply all necessary data about these parts
relevant to the overall stability calculation.
4.2 Ergonomics
The piling equipment shall be designed according to ergonomic principles to avoid fatigue and stress on the
operator and other personnel. Consideration shall be given to the fact that operators may wear heavy gloves,
footwear and other personal protection equipment. For guidance, see EN 23411 and EN ISO 6682.
4.3 Hot and cold surfaces and sharp edges
Where there is a risk of human contact with hot or cold surfaces, such surfaces shall be protected by guards
or covers in accordance with 4.8 of EN ISO 3457:1995. Edges shall fulfil the requirements of ISO 12508:1994.
4.4 Hydraulic and pneumatic hoses or pipes
Hoses and pipes shall comply with prEN 982 and prEN 983.
Pipes, hoses and fittings shall be able to safely withstand the pressure. The hoses shall be marked with the
rated working pressure.
Where there is a risk that a rupture of a hose or pipe at the operator's position could cause hazard to the
operator, the hoses and pipes shall be provided with protective guards in accordance with 4.9 of EN ISO
3457:1995.
4.5 Isolation of energy sources
4.5.1 Except as provided for in 4.5.3, piling equipment shall be fitted with a means to isolate them from all
energy sources (see prEN 1037 and EN 60204-1). Such isolators shall be clearly identified. They shall be
capable of being locked.
4.5.2 After the energy is shut off, it shall be possible to dissipate any energy remaining or stored in the
circuits of piling equipment without risk to exposed persons.
4.5.3 Certain non-dangerous circuits may remain connected to their energy sources to hold parts, protect
information, light interiors etc. In this case special steps shall be taken to ensure operator's safety.
4.6 Pulleys, drums and wire ropes
4.6.1 Pulley and drum diameters shall meet the following minimum requirements:
 Winch drum pitch diameter  14d;
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 Pulley pitch diameter   16d;
 Compensation pulley pitch diameter 12,5d;
 Pulley part of pulling down system 12,5d.
Where d is the diameter of the wire rope.
4.6.2 There shall always remain at least three wraps of rope on the winch drum.
4.6.3 Flanges on drums shall be designed to extend at least two rope diameters beyond the outer wrap of
rope in all operating conditions.
4.6.4 The side deviation angle of the wire rope between pulleys and/or drum shall not exceed 2,5° for non
rotating or spin resistant type, and 4° for other wire ropes.
4.6.5 The breaking load of the wire rope shall be at least the following safety factor times, the maximum
static load in the rope caused by equipment to be lifted, or the maximum line pull of the winch, whichever is
applicable.
Operating Condition   Safety Factor
General hoisting and extracting  3,55
Free fall drop hammer   3,55

Boom and leader hoist
Working    3,55
Erection    3,05

Stationary rope
Working    3,0
Erection    2,73

Pulling down rope   3,0

4.6.6 Rope terminations with wire rope grips are only allowed for free fall drop hammers. They shall be used
according to annex D.
4.7 Winches
4.7.1 General
Winches not intended for use lifting personnel and maintenance platforms, and which are integral part of the
piling equipment and directly involved in the piling process shall fulfil the requirements stated in 4.7.2.
4.7.2 Safety requirements
The maximum line pull on the first rope layer of the winch shall be indicated on the dataplate of the winch.
Winches shall be equipped with:
 A service brake system;
 A parking brake system.
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The parking brake system shall act automatically and prevent an unintentional running back of the load if the
winch control levers are not actuated or in the case of failure of the energy supply.
NOTE The brake systems may use common components. The load lowering valves of hydraulically powered winches
or lowering devices are considered as the service brake.
Both brake systems shall hold a minimum of 1,3 times the maximum allowed line pull. The service brake shall
enable the operator to retard and stop a descending load smoothly.
Winches for extraction having an influence on stability shall have a measuring system indicating the actual line
pull of the rope of the hook load. Alternatively, there shall be a line pull limiter (e.g. a restriction of drive torque)
to the winch. A capacity table visible to the operator shall show the allowed line pull or hook load.
Winches shall have a limiting device stopping the lifting movement by influencing the winch control, before the
mechanical end position is reached. For winches with a capacity equal to or less than 20 kN a mechanical
limit stopping device without influence on the winch control is sufficient.
Alternatively, they shall be fitted with an audible or visual warning system which operates an appropriate
distance before the mechanical end position.
Activation of the free fall function of the winch shall only be possible by actuation of two independent controls
simultaneously. Both controls shall be of the hold to run type.
To allow pile impact type equipment to follow and maintain contact with the pile either:
 The supporting winch shall be able to pay out the supporting cable freely, or
 The equipment shall be completely disconnected from its supporting cable.
When a winch is designed for several functions including a free fall function, a key operated control shall be
additionally fitted which allows the free fall function to be operated.
4.8 Devices for transport and mounting
4.8.1 For safe removal,
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