Railway applications - Fire protection on railway vehicles - Part 4: Fire safety requirements for rolling stock design

This document specifies fire safety requirements for railway vehicle design to cover the objectives specified in EN 45545-1:2013.
The measures and requirements specified in this document aim to protect passengers and staff in railway vehicles in the event of a fire on board by minimizing the risk of a fire starting, delaying the fire development and controlling the spread of fire products through the railway vehicle, thus aiding evacuation.
It is not within the scope of this document to describe measures which ensure the preservation of the railway vehicles in the event of a fire.

Bahnanwendungen - Brandschutz in Schienenfahrzeugen - Teil 4: Brandschutzanforderungen an die konstruktive Gestaltung von Schienenfahrzeugen

Dieses Dokument legt Brandschutzanforderungen für die Konstruktion von Schienenfahrzeugen fest, um die Ziele zu erfüllen, die in EN 45545 1:2013 festgelegt sind.
Die Maßnahmen und Anforderungen, die in diesem Dokument festgelegt sind, haben zum Ziel, Fahrgäste und Personal im Falle eines Brandes an Bord zu schützen, indem das Risiko minimiert wird, dass ein Brand entsteht, indem die Brandentwicklung verlangsamt wird und indem die Ausbreitung der Verbrennungsprodukte innerhalb des Schienenfahrzeugs so gesteuert wird, dass damit die Evakuierung unterstützt wird.
Es liegt nicht im Anwendungsbereich dieses Dokuments, Maßnahmen zu beschreiben, den Schutz der Schienenfahrzeuge im Brandfall sicherzustellen.

Applications ferroviaires - Protection contre les incendies dans les véhicules ferroviaires - Partie 4: Exigences de sécurité incendie pour la conception des véhicules ferroviaires

Le présent document spécifie les exigences de sécurité incendie pour la conception des véhicules ferroviaires pour atteindre les objectifs spécifiés dans l'EN 45545-1:2013.
L'objectif des mesures et des exigences spécifiées dans le présent document est la protection des voyageurs et du personnel de bord dans les véhicules ferroviaires en cas d'incendie à bord en réduisant le risque de départ d'un feu, en retardant son développement et en contrôlant la propagation des produits du feu à l'intérieur du véhicule, facilitant ainsi l'évacuation.
Le présent document n'a pas vocation à décrire les mesures de protection des véhicules ferroviaires en cas d'incendie.

Železniške naprave - Požarna zaščita na železniških vozilih - 4. del: Zahteve požarne varnosti za konstrukcijo železniških vozil

Ta dokument določa zahteve glede požarne varnosti v konstrukciji železniških vozil za doseganje ciljev iz standarda EN 45545-1:2013.
Ukrepi in zahteve iz tega dokumenta so namenjeni zaščiti potnikov in osebja v železniških vozilih v primeru požara na vozilu. Ukrepi zmanjšujejo tveganje nastanka požara, zadržujejo razvoj požara in pomagajo nadzorovati širjenje produktov ognja po železniškem vozilu, kar pomaga pri evakuaciji.
V okviru tega dokumenta niso opisani ukrepi za obvarovanje
železniških vozil v primeru požara.

General Information

Status
Published
Public Enquiry End Date
30-Apr-2022
Publication Date
14-Mar-2024
Technical Committee
Current Stage
6060 - National Implementation/Publication (Adopted Project)
Start Date
14-Mar-2024
Due Date
19-May-2024
Completion Date
15-Mar-2024

Relations

Overview

EN 45545-4:2024 - published by CEN - defines fire safety requirements for the design of railway rolling stock. It implements the objectives of EN 45545-1 and forms part of the EN 45545 series on fire protection for railway vehicles. The standard’s measures aim to protect passengers and staff by minimizing ignition risk, delaying fire development and controlling the spread of fire products to aid safe evacuation. It does not cover vehicle preservation in a fire.

Key facts:

  • Approved by CEN on 22 Oct 2023; published March 2024; supersedes EN 45545-4:2013.
  • Includes prescriptive requirements and informative design guidance (Annex A).

Key topics and requirements

EN 45545-4:2024 focuses on practical design controls and contains the following technical topics:

  • General preventive measures

    • Restrict access to non‑passenger areas (driver cabs, technical cabinets, luggage compartments) with locks/security while considering evacuation needs.
    • Limit surface temperatures of equipment in passenger, staff and luggage areas to ≤ 60 °C (exceptions for cooking/catering equipment and technical areas).
  • Catering and cooking areas

    • Installation and equipment design to limit heat transfer and spillage risks; compliance with EN 45545-7 for gas installations.
  • Luggage storage

    • Overhead luggage must be visible from below. Specific restrictions for Operation Category 4, enclosed luggage stacks and fire resistance or fixed fire‑fighting protection for lower‑deck luggage in double‑deck vehicles (E15/E10 fire barrier references from EN 45545-3).
  • Visibility and interior layout

    • Maintain visibility across passenger areas to support evacuation unless protected by fire detection systems.
  • Refuse, ashtrays, litter bins

    • Design to prevent internal fires spreading, e.g., metal containers or constructions complying with E10 performance and self‑closing lids.
  • Evacuation and escape

    • Minimum emergency exit counts (at least one per vehicle side; 2 exits for up to 40 passengers, 4 for more than 40) and detailed escape/evacuation measures.
    • New additions in 2024: provisions on evacuation/escape measures, emergency signage and emergency lighting (clauses 4.3.2.1, 4.3.3.1, 4.3.5, 4.3.6).

Practical applications and users

This standard is used by:

  • Rolling stock designers and vehicle integrators
  • Railway OEMs and component manufacturers (interiors, heating, ventilation)
  • Fire safety engineers and systems integrators (fire detection, fixed firefighting)
  • Operators, maintenance organizations and certification bodies
  • Regulators and procurement teams specifying compliance with EN 45545 fire safety requirements

Practical benefits include improved passenger evacuation performance, reduced fire spread in interiors, and clearer compliance criteria for procurement and certification.

Related standards

EN 45545-1, EN 45545-2, EN 45545-3, EN 45545-6, EN 45545-7, plus referenced lighting and signage standards (e.g., EN 13272 series, ISO 3864-1). These should be consulted together for full fire protection and interior material requirements.

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SLOVENSKI STANDARD
01-maj-2024
Železniške naprave - Požarna zaščita na železniških vozilih - 4. del: Zahteve
požarne varnosti za konstrukcijo železniških vozil
Railway applications - Fire protection on railway vehicles - Part 4: Fire safety
requirements for rolling stock design
Bahnanwendungen - Brandschutz in Schienenfahrzeugen - Teil 4:
Brandschutzanforderungen an die konstruktive Gestaltung von Schienenfahrzeugen
Applications ferroviaires - Protection contre les incendies dans les véhicules ferroviaires
- Partie 4: Exigences de sécurité incendie pour la conception des véhicules ferroviaires
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: EN 45545-4:2024
ICS:
13.220.20 Požarna zaščita Fire protection
45.060.01 Železniška vozila na splošno Railway rolling stock in
general
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.

EN 45545-4
EUROPEAN STANDARD
NORME EUROPÉENNE
March 2024
EUROPÄISCHE NORM
ICS 13.220.20; 45.060.01 Supersedes EN 45545-4:2013
English Version
Railway applications - Fire protection on railway vehicles -
Part 4: Fire safety requirements for rolling stock design
Applications ferroviaires - Protection contre les Bahnanwendungen - Brandschutz in
incendies dans les véhicules ferroviaires - Partie 4 : Schienenfahrzeugen - Teil 4:
Exigences de sécurité incendie pour la conception des Brandschutzanforderungen an die konstruktive
véhicules ferroviaires Gestaltung von Schienenfahrzeugen
This European Standard was approved by CEN on 22 October 2023.

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-CENELEC 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-CENELEC Management
Centre has the same status as the official versions.

CEN members are the national standards bodies of Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia,
Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway,
Poland, Portugal, Republic of North Macedonia, Romania, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Türkiye and
United Kingdom.
EUROPEAN COMMITTEE FOR STANDARDIZATION
COMITÉ EUROPÉEN DE NORMALISATION

EUROPÄISCHES KOMITEE FÜR NORMUNG

CEN-CENELEC Management Centre: Rue de la Science 23, B-1040 Brussels
© 2024 CEN All rights of exploitation in any form and by any means reserved Ref. No. EN 45545-4:2024 E
worldwide for CEN national Members.

Contents Page
European foreword . 3
Introduction . 5
1 Scope . 6
2 Normative references . 6
3 Terms and definitions . 6
4 Fire protection measures . 7
4.1 General. 7
4.2 Minimizing the risk of a fire starting . 7
4.2.1 General preventive measures . 7
4.2.2 Catering and cooking areas . 8
4.2.3 Luggage storage inside passenger areas . 8
4.2.4 Visibility in passenger areas . 8
4.2.5 Litter bins, ash trays and refuse containers . 8
4.3 Evacuation and escape . 9
4.3.1 Passenger emergency exits . 9
4.3.2 Evacuation measures . 10
4.3.3 Escape measures . 11
4.3.4 Functions of systems for running capability . 12
4.3.5 Emergency signs . 12
4.3.6 Emergency lighting . 12
5 Evaluation of conformity . 12
Annex A (informative) Design guidance . 13
A.1 General preventive measures . 13
A.2 General design features . 13
A.3 Seats . 13
A.4 Air conditioning and ventilation systems . 14
A.5 Heaters . 14
A.6 Protection against sparks . 14
Annex ZA (informative) Relationship between this European Standard and the Essential
Requirements of EU Directive (EU) 2016/797 aimed to be covered . 15
Bibliography . 17

European foreword
This document (EN 45545-4:2024) has been prepared by Technical Committee CEN/TC 256 “Railway
applications”, 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 August 2024, and conflicting national standards shall be
withdrawn at the latest by August 2024.
Attention is drawn to the possibility that some of the elements of this document may be the subject of
patent rights. CEN shall not be held responsible for identifying any or all such patent rights.
This document supersedes EN 45545-4:2013.
The main changes from EN 45545-4:2013 are:
— new requirements on 4.2.3;
— suppression of 4.2.6;
— new requirements on 4.3.2.1;
— new requirements on 4.3.3.1;
— addition of 4.3.5 and 4.3.6.
This series of European Standards Railway applications — Fire protection on railway vehicles consists of:
— Part 1: General;
— Part 2: Requirements for fire behaviour of materials and components;
— Part 3: Fire resistance requirements for fire barriers;
— Part 4: Fire safety requirements for railway rolling stock design;
— Part 5: Fire safety requirements for electrical equipment including that of trolley buses, track guided
buses and magnetic levitation vehicles;
— Part 6: Fire control and management systems;
— Part 7: Fire safety requirements for flammable liquid and flammable gas installations.
This document has been prepared under a standardization request addressed to CEN by the European
Commission. The Standing Committee of the EFTA States subsequently approves these requests for its
Member States.
For the relationship with EU Legislation, see informative Annex ZA, which is an integral part of this
document.
Any feedback and questions on this document should be directed to the users’ national standards body.
A complete listing of these bodies can be found on the CEN website.
According to the CEN-CENELEC Internal Regulations, the national standards organisations of the
following countries are bound to implement this European Standard: Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia,
Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland,
Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Republic of North
Macedonia, Romania, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Türkiye and the United
Kingdom.
Introduction
EN 45545-4 has been developed from existing fire safety regulations for railway vehicles from the
International Union of Railways (UIC) and different European countries.
In using the operation and design categories specified in EN 45545-1:2013, the requirements laid down
in this part take into account the current operating conditions for European public rail transport.

1 Scope
This document specifies fire safety requirements for railway vehicle design to cover the objectives
specified in EN 45545-1:2013.
The measures and requirements specified in this document aim to protect passengers and staff in railway
vehicles in the event of a fire on board by minimizing the risk of a fire starting, delaying the fire
development and controlling the spread of fire products through the railway vehicle, thus aiding
evacuation.
It is not within the scope of this document to describe measures which ensure the preservation of the
railway vehicles in the event of a fire.
2 Normative references
The following documents are referred to in the text in such a way that some or all of their content
constitutes requirements of this document. For dated references, only the edition cited applies. For
undated references, the latest edition of the referenced document (including any amendments) applies.
EN 13272-1:2019, Railway applications — Electrical lighting for rolling stock in public transport systems
— Part 1: Heavy rail
EN 13272-2:2019, Railway applications — Electrical lighting for rolling stock in public transport systems
— Part 2: Urban rail
EN 14752:2019+A1:2021, Railway applications — Bodyside entrance systems for rolling stock
EN 15663:2017+A1:2018, Railway applications — Vehicle reference masses
EN 45545-1:2013, Railway applications — Fire protection on railway vehicles — Part 1: General
EN 45545-3:2024, Railway applications — Fire protection on railway vehicles — Part 3: Fire resistance
requirements for fire barriers
EN 45545-6:2013, Railway applications — Fire protection on railway vehicles — Part 6: Fire control and
management systems
EN 45545-7:2013, Railway applications — Fire protection on railway vehicles — Part 7: Fire safety
requirements for flammable liquid and flammable gas installations
EN ISO 13943:2017, Fire safety — Vocabulary (ISO 13943:2017)
ISO 3864-1:2011, Graphical symbols — Safety colours and safety signs — Part 1: Design principles for safety
signs and safety markings
3 Terms and definitions
For the purposes of this document, the terms and definitions given in EN 45545-1:2013 and
EN ISO 13943:2017 apply.
ISO and IEC maintain terminological databases for use in standardization at the following addresses:
— IEC Electropedia: available at https://www.electropedia.org/
— ISO Online browsing platform: available at https://www.iso.org/obp
4 Fire protection measures
4.1 General
In consideration of the wide range of possible interior layouts for rail vehicles it is only possible to specify
a limited number of normative requirements to control the risks of fires starting accidentally or
deliberately and to then control the risks of such fires spreading. Informative guidance is therefore set
out in Annex A to provide accepted good practice and design aspects to be considered.
NOTE Requirements for smoke containment are covered in EN 45545-6.
4.2 Minimizing the risk of a fire starting
4.2.1 General preventive measures
Access shall be denied to all areas not intended for passenger use. These shall include, where applicable,
but are not limited to:
— drivers’ cabs;
— staff areas, for example staff offices, compartments, catering and cooking areas;
— luggage compartments;
— areas behind ceiling hatches or access panels;
— the interior of technical cabinets (including engine compartments);
— the interior of underfloor equipment cases.
Unauthorised areas shall be locked or otherwise secured. Locking devices shall take into account
requirements for evacuation as set out in 4.3.
The surface temperature of equipment or equipment enclosures in passenger, staff and luggage areas
shall not exceed 60 °C under normal conditions with the exception of catering or cooking equipment (see
4.2.2).
Typical examples of equipment acting as local sources of heat in passenger, staff and luggage areas are
heating unit enclosures, lighting diffusers and/or lighting enclosures. This requirement should not be
applied to equipment in technical areas, for example engine compartments.
The design of railway vehicles shall limit the risk of fires starting or developing by application of the
measures in this document and the other parts of the EN 45545 series (see normative references), and in
addition by consideration of:
— the vehicle layout and shape of the vehicle and/or the layout and shape of elements of the vehicle;
— the potential for the build-up of combustible materials for example litter, oil or grease;
— requirements for cleaning;
— the potential for misuse and/or vandalism.
Guidance is set out in Annex A.
4.2.2 Catering and cooking areas
Cooking and catering appliances shall be installed so that the transfer of heat to adjacent surfaces and
equipment is limited. The temperature of adjacent surfaces and equipment shall not exceed 60 °C.
Exposed surfaces of cooking and catering equipment except where required for the equipment’s function
shall not exceed 60 °C.
Gas installations shall comply with the requirements of EN 45545-7:2013.
Cooking and catering equipment should be designed so that railway vehicle movements do not produce
a fire hazard due, for example to:
— spillage of flammable liquids onto hot surfaces; or
— by spillage leading to an accumulation of combustible waste over time.
4.2.3 Luggage storage inside passenger areas
Objects placed on overhead luggage racks shall be visible from below.
Luggage stacks shall not be used in Operation Category 4 vehicles.
Intermediate levels of luggage stacks should be completely closed.
Luggage stacks installed on the lower decks of a double deck vehicle and where evacuation of the upper
deck requires descent to the lower deck shall be:
— enclosed by partitions or panelling, except where access is required for loading or unloading, that
provides at least the fire resistance equivalent to a fire barrier with an E15 rating set out in
EN 45545-3:2024 (see 5.6.4, Table 2);
or
— protected by fixed fire fighting equipment installed in accordance with EN 45545-6:2013;
or
— the upper deck is fully separated by a partition wall with a self-closing door which has no openings
in the upper third when closed (except for door gaps).
4.2.4 Visibility in passenger areas
Visibility shall be maintained throughout passenger areas even if the passenger area is subdivided into
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SIST EN 45545-4:2024 is a standard published by the Slovenian Institute for Standardization (SIST). Its full title is "Railway applications - Fire protection on railway vehicles - Part 4: Fire safety requirements for rolling stock design". This standard covers: This document specifies fire safety requirements for railway vehicle design to cover the objectives specified in EN 45545-1:2013. The measures and requirements specified in this document aim to protect passengers and staff in railway vehicles in the event of a fire on board by minimizing the risk of a fire starting, delaying the fire development and controlling the spread of fire products through the railway vehicle, thus aiding evacuation. It is not within the scope of this document to describe measures which ensure the preservation of the railway vehicles in the event of a fire.

This document specifies fire safety requirements for railway vehicle design to cover the objectives specified in EN 45545-1:2013. The measures and requirements specified in this document aim to protect passengers and staff in railway vehicles in the event of a fire on board by minimizing the risk of a fire starting, delaying the fire development and controlling the spread of fire products through the railway vehicle, thus aiding evacuation. It is not within the scope of this document to describe measures which ensure the preservation of the railway vehicles in the event of a fire.

SIST EN 45545-4:2024 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 13.220.20 - Fire protection; 45.060.01 - Railway rolling stock in general. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.

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La norme SIST EN 45545-4:2024 se concentre sur la sécurité incendie des véhicules ferroviaires, définissant des exigences spécifiques pour la conception des véhicules afin de protéger passagers et personnel en cas d'incendie. Cette norme s'inscrit parfaitement dans le cadre des objectifs établis par l'EN 45545-1:2013, démontrant ainsi sa pertinence pour l'industrie ferroviaire. L'un des principaux points forts de cette norme est son approche exhaustive visant à minimiser le risque de départ d'incendie et à retarder son développement à l'intérieur des véhicules. En intégrant des mesures solides pour contrôler la propagation des produits de combustion, la normativité contribue à sécuriser efficacement les évacuations en cas d'urgence. De plus, le fait que SIST EN 45545-4:2024 s'attache à la conception des véhicules plutôt qu'à la préservation de ceux-ci pendant un incendie témoigne d'une stratégie pragmatique et ciblée en matière de sécurité. Cette focalisation sur la conception permet d'intégrer dès le départ des solutions efficaces pour répondre aux défis posés par les incendies, renforçant ainsi globalement la sécurité du transport ferroviaire. Enfin, l'importance croissante de la sécurité incendie dans les applications ferroviaires rend cette norme d'une pertinence particulière à une époque où les attentes en matière de sécurité des transports publics sont en constante augmentation. La SIST EN 45545-4:2024 établit ainsi un cadre essentiel pour garantir que les nouveaux modèles de véhicules ferroviaires respectent des normes de sécurité rigoureuses.

Die Norm SIST EN 45545-4:2024 beschreibt die Brandschutzanforderungen für die Gestaltung von Schienenfahrzeugen und leistet einen wichtigen Beitrag zur Sicherheit im Bahnverkehr. Der Anwendungsbereich dieser Norm gründet sich auf den Zielen, die in EN 45545-1:2013 festgelegt sind. Durch die spezifischen Anforderungen wird ein umfassender Rahmen geschaffen, um den Schutz von Passagieren und Personal im Falle eines Brandes an Bord von Schienenfahrzeugen zu gewährleisten. Ein besonders herausragendes Merkmal dieser Norm ist die Fokussierung auf proaktive Sicherheitsmaßnahmen. Die darin festgelegten Anforderungen zielen darauf ab, das Risiko eines Brandes von vornherein zu minimieren, die Entwicklung eines Feuers zu verzögern und die Ausbreitung von Brandprodukten innerhalb des Fahrzeugs zu kontrollieren. Dies ist von entscheidender Bedeutung, um im Brandfall eine schnelle und sichere Evakuierung der Insassen zu ermöglichen. Darüber hinaus stärkt die Norm die Relevanz und Bedeutung des Brandschutzes in der Schienenfahrzeuggestaltung. Mit der Sist EN 45545-4:2024 wird ein verbindlicher Standard geschaffen, der sicherstellt, dass alle neuen Fahrzeugdesigns die notwendigen Sicherheitsanforderungen erfüllen, was nicht nur die Sicherheit der Fahrgäste erhöht, sondern auch das Vertrauen in das Eisenbahnsystem als sicheres Verkehrsmittel stärkt. Insgesamt handelt es sich bei SIST EN 45545-4:2024 um einen essenziellen Standard, der durch seine klaren und umfassenden Anforderungen einen bedeutenden Schritt in Richtung höherer Sicherheitsstandards im Schienenverkehr darstellt.

The SIST EN 45545-4:2024 standard delivers critical fire safety requirements for railway vehicle design, effectively addressing the objectives outlined in EN 45545-1:2013. This document plays a pivotal role in enhancing the safety of passengers and staff by providing comprehensive guidelines aimed at mitigating fire risks within railway environments. One significant strength of the SIST EN 45545-4:2024 is its holistic approach to fire safety, which includes measures specifically designed to minimize the likelihood of a fire ignition, slow down fire progression, and manage the dissemination of harmful fire products throughout the railway vehicle. These measures are vital for ensuring the protection of individuals onboard, facilitating safe and efficient evacuation during possible fire emergencies. Furthermore, the relevance of this standard cannot be overstated in today's context, where safety in public transport systems is paramount. By focusing primarily on the fire safety of rolling stock design, SIST EN 45545-4:2024 directly correlates with growing safety regulations and passenger expectations for risk management in railway operations. Its specifications ensure that manufacturers and operators can develop railway vehicles that prioritize the well-being of users under potentially hazardous conditions. Overall, SIST EN 45545-4:2024 stands out not only for its detailed safety measures but also for its commitment to enhancing the overall integrity of fire safety management in the railway sector, making it an indispensable resource for professionals engaged in the design and operation of rolling stock.

SIST EN 45545-4:2024는 철도 차량 설계를 위한 화재 안전 요구 사항을 명시하고 있습니다. 이 표준은 EN 45545-1:2013에서 제시된 목표를 충족시키기 위해 개발되었습니다. 본 문서의 범위는 철도 차량 내에서 발생할 수 있는 화재로부터 승객 및 직원의 안전을 보장하는 데 중점을 두고 있습니다. 화재 발생의 위험을 최소화하고 화재의 발전을 지연시키며 화재 성분의 전파를 제어하는 방법과 요구 사항을 제시하여, 효과적인 대피를 지원하는 것을 목표로 하고 있습니다. 이는 특히 공공 교통 수단으로서의 철도 차량 안전성을 극대화하는 데 기여합니다. 이 표준의 강점은 명확한 화재 안전 요건을 구체적으로 정의함으로써, 철도 차량 설계자들이 실제 적용 가능한 기준을 따라 설계를 진행할 수 있도록 돕는 것입니다. 또한, 본 문서는 화재 상황에서의 인명 보호를 최우선으로 하여, 철도 차량에서의 화재 안전 문화를 확립하는 데 기여합니다. SIST EN 45545-4:2024는 철도 산업 전반에서의 안전 규정을 강화하고, 이를 통해 승객과 직원의 생명 보호에 기여하는 매우 중요한 문서입니다. 이 표준은 화재로 인한 사고를 예방하는 데 결정적인 역할을 하며, 철도 차량의 설계에서 화재 안전성을 확보하는 데 필수적입니다.

SIST EN 45545-4:2024は、鉄道車両における防火に関する標準であり、特に鉄道車両設計に対する火災安全要件を詳細に定めています。この文書は、EN 45545-1:2013で定められた目的を網羅しており、鉄道旅客およびスタッフの安全を最重要視しています。 この標準の強みは、火災発生リスクの最小化、火災の拡大の遅延、さらには火災製品の拡散を制御するための具体的な措置や要件が規定されている点です。これにより、火災が発生した際の迅速な避難を支援し、利用者の安全を確保します。 さらに、SIST EN 45545-4:2024は、鉄道車両設計に特化しており、火災による車両そのものの保存策については明記していません。このアプローチにより、標準は実際の設計プロセスにおいて使用される際に、必要な火災安全基準をクリアするための明確なガイドラインを提供します。 全体として、この文書は鉄道分野における防火の重要性を強調しており、特に新しい鉄道車両の設計に対して、組織が実施すべき具体的な火災安全要件を提示しています。この標準の適用は、公共交通機関における安全基準の向上に寄与し、未来の鉄道車両の設計において不可欠な要素となるでしょう。