EN 1459-2:2015/prA1
(Amendment)Rough-terrain trucks - Safety requirements and verification - Part 2: Slewing variable-reach trucks
General Information
- Abstract
This European Standard specifies the general safety requirements of slewing variable-reach rough-terrain trucks (here-after referred to as trucks), consisting of a lower chassis with a slewing upper structure equipped with a telescopic lifting means (pivoted boom), on which a load handling device (e.g. carriage and fork arms) is typically fitted.
Fork arms are covered by this European Standard and considered to be parts of the truck.
This European Standard deals with all significant hazards, hazardous situations and events relevant to the trucks when they are used as intended and under conditions of misuse which are reasonably foreseeable by the manufacturer (see Annex A) with the exception of hazards listed in 1.3 and 1.4.
This European Standard does not apply to:
- variable-reach rough terrain trucks covered by prEN 1459-1 (non-slewing);
- industrial variable-reach trucks covered by prEN ISO 3691 2;
- lorry-mounted variable-reach trucks;
- variable reach trucks fitted with tilting or elevating operator position;
- mobile cranes covered by EN 13000;
- machines designed primarily for earth moving, such as loaders and dozers, even if their buckets and blades are replaced with forks (see EN 474 series);
- trucks designed primarily with variable length load suspension elements (e.g., chain, ropes) from which the load may swing freely in all directions;
- trucks designed primarily for container handling;
- trucks on tracks;
- attachments (prEN 1459-5).
This European Standard does not address hazards linked to:
- hybrid power systems;
- gas power system;
- trucks equipped with gasoline engine;
- battery power system;
- tractor specific devices (e.g. PTO).
This European Standard does not address hazards which may occur when:
a) handling suspended loads which may swing freely (additional requirements are given in prEN 1459-4);
b) using trucks on public roads;
c) operating in potentially explosive atmospheres;
d) operating underground;
e) when towing trailers;
f) fitted with a personnel work platform (additional requirements are given in EN 1459-3).
- Status
- Not Published
- Technical Committee
- CEN/TC 150 - Industrial trucks - Safety
- Drafting Committee
- CEN/TC 150/WG 2 - Variable reach trucks
- Current Stage
- 4097 - End of interruption of work - split/merged
- Start Date
- 25-Aug-2018
- Completion Date
- 23-Sep-2026
Overview
EN 1459-2:2015/prA1 is a European standard that specifies safety requirements and verification methods for slewing variable-reach rough-terrain trucks. These trucks feature a lower chassis with a slewing upper structure and a telescopic boom equipped with a load handling device such as fork arms. Fork arms are considered integral parts of these trucks under this standard.
The document focuses on significant hazards, hazardous situations, and events relevant to the safe operation of these trucks during intended usage and foreseeable misuse. It excludes certain vehicle types and operational conditions to maintain a clear scope.
Developed by CEN Technical Committee 150, this standard supports essential safety requirements under EU directives, facilitating consistent safety compliance across member states.
Key Topics
Scope and exclusions:
- Covers slewing variable-reach rough-terrain trucks only
- Excludes non-slewing variable-reach trucks (covered by EN 1459-1)
- Does not apply to industrial trucks (prEN ISO 3691-2), lorry-mounted trucks, mobile cranes (EN 13000), or earthmoving machines (EN 474 series)
- Omits trucks with tilting/elevating operator positions, container handlers, tracked vehicles, and those equipped with hybrid, gas, gasoline, or battery power systems
Hazard considerations:
- Addresses all significant risks related to safe truck operation and predictable misuse
- Does not cover hazards linked to operation on public roads, underground use, operation in explosive atmospheres, towing trailers, or use of personnel platforms (covered in other standards such as EN 1459-3 and prEN 1459-4)
Verification procedures:
- Specifies methods to verify compliance with safety requirements, ensuring operational safety and reliability of slewing variable-reach rough-terrain trucks
Technical modifications (prA1 amendment):
- Updates references and modifies scope exclusions
- Adds reference to EN ISO 3691-2:2016 relating to self-propelled variable-reach industrial trucks
Applications
EN 1459-2:2015/prA1 is essential for manufacturers, safety engineers, and operators involved with rough-terrain variable-reach trucks featuring slewing capabilities. Practical applications include:
- Designing and manufacturing safe rough-terrain trucks compliant with European safety requirements
- Conducting risk assessments and hazard analyses related to truck operation on construction sites, agricultural environments, and industrial yards
- Implementing verification and testing procedures to meet regulatory safety standards
- Guiding end-users on safe operation practices and foreseeable misuse prevention measures
- Supporting compliance with EU directives for industrial truck safety
This standard helps reduce workplace accidents and enhances the safe handling of loads in rough terrain conditions, especially in logistics, construction, and heavy equipment sectors.
Related Standards
- EN 1459-1: Covers non-slewing variable-reach rough-terrain trucks
- prEN ISO 3691-2 / EN ISO 3691-2:2016: Safety requirements for self-propelled variable-reach industrial trucks
- EN 13000: Standards for mobile cranes (excluded from EN 1459-2 scope)
- EN 474 series: Safety standards for earth-moving machines such as loaders and dozers
- EN 1459-3: Safety requirements for trucks fitted with personnel work platforms
- prEN 1459-4: Handling of suspended loads that may swing freely
- prEN 1459-5: Attachments for variable-reach trucks
Understanding the interrelationship between these standards is crucial for comprehensive compliance and safety management across different truck types and operational scenarios.
Keywords: EN 1459-2 safety standard, rough-terrain trucks, slewing variable-reach trucks, industrial truck safety, load handling device safety, telescopic boom safety, European truck safety requirements, truck safety verification, CEN standards, construction vehicle safety.
Relations
- Effective Date
- 19-Jan-2023
- Effective Date
- 09-Nov-2016
Frequently Asked Questions
EN 1459-2:2015/prA1 is a draft published by the European Committee for Standardization (CEN). Its full title is "Rough-terrain trucks - Safety requirements and verification - Part 2: Slewing variable-reach trucks". This standard covers: This European Standard specifies the general safety requirements of slewing variable-reach rough-terrain trucks (here-after referred to as trucks), consisting of a lower chassis with a slewing upper structure equipped with a telescopic lifting means (pivoted boom), on which a load handling device (e.g. carriage and fork arms) is typically fitted. Fork arms are covered by this European Standard and considered to be parts of the truck. This European Standard deals with all significant hazards, hazardous situations and events relevant to the trucks when they are used as intended and under conditions of misuse which are reasonably foreseeable by the manufacturer (see Annex A) with the exception of hazards listed in 1.3 and 1.4. This European Standard does not apply to: - variable-reach rough terrain trucks covered by prEN 1459-1 (non-slewing); - industrial variable-reach trucks covered by prEN ISO 3691 2; - lorry-mounted variable-reach trucks; - variable reach trucks fitted with tilting or elevating operator position; - mobile cranes covered by EN 13000; - machines designed primarily for earth moving, such as loaders and dozers, even if their buckets and blades are replaced with forks (see EN 474 series); - trucks designed primarily with variable length load suspension elements (e.g., chain, ropes) from which the load may swing freely in all directions; - trucks designed primarily for container handling; - trucks on tracks; - attachments (prEN 1459-5). This European Standard does not address hazards linked to: - hybrid power systems; - gas power system; - trucks equipped with gasoline engine; - battery power system; - tractor specific devices (e.g. PTO). This European Standard does not address hazards which may occur when: a) handling suspended loads which may swing freely (additional requirements are given in prEN 1459-4); b) using trucks on public roads; c) operating in potentially explosive atmospheres; d) operating underground; e) when towing trailers; f) fitted with a personnel work platform (additional requirements are given in EN 1459-3).
This European Standard specifies the general safety requirements of slewing variable-reach rough-terrain trucks (here-after referred to as trucks), consisting of a lower chassis with a slewing upper structure equipped with a telescopic lifting means (pivoted boom), on which a load handling device (e.g. carriage and fork arms) is typically fitted. Fork arms are covered by this European Standard and considered to be parts of the truck. This European Standard deals with all significant hazards, hazardous situations and events relevant to the trucks when they are used as intended and under conditions of misuse which are reasonably foreseeable by the manufacturer (see Annex A) with the exception of hazards listed in 1.3 and 1.4. This European Standard does not apply to: - variable-reach rough terrain trucks covered by prEN 1459-1 (non-slewing); - industrial variable-reach trucks covered by prEN ISO 3691 2; - lorry-mounted variable-reach trucks; - variable reach trucks fitted with tilting or elevating operator position; - mobile cranes covered by EN 13000; - machines designed primarily for earth moving, such as loaders and dozers, even if their buckets and blades are replaced with forks (see EN 474 series); - trucks designed primarily with variable length load suspension elements (e.g., chain, ropes) from which the load may swing freely in all directions; - trucks designed primarily for container handling; - trucks on tracks; - attachments (prEN 1459-5). This European Standard does not address hazards linked to: - hybrid power systems; - gas power system; - trucks equipped with gasoline engine; - battery power system; - tractor specific devices (e.g. PTO). This European Standard does not address hazards which may occur when: a) handling suspended loads which may swing freely (additional requirements are given in prEN 1459-4); b) using trucks on public roads; c) operating in potentially explosive atmospheres; d) operating underground; e) when towing trailers; f) fitted with a personnel work platform (additional requirements are given in EN 1459-3).
EN 1459-2:2015/prA1 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 53.060 - Industrial trucks. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
EN 1459-2:2015/prA1 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to EN 1459-2:2015+A1:2018, EN 1459-2:2015. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.
EN 1459-2:2015/prA1 is associated with the following European legislation: EU Directives/Regulations: 2006/42/EC; Standardization Mandates: 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)
SLOVENSKI STANDARD
01-november-2017
Vozila za talni transport - Terenska vozila - Varnostne zahteve in preverjanje - 2.
del: Vozila z vrtljivim mehanizmom za dviganje s spremenljivim dosegom –
Dopolnilo A1
Rough-terrain trucks - Safety requirements and verification - Part 2: Slewing variable-
reach trucks
Geländegängige Stapler - Sicherheitstechnische Anforderungen und Verifizierung - Teil
2: Schwenkbare Stapler mit veränderlicher Reichweite
Chariots tout-terrain - Prescriptions de sécurité et vérification - Partie 2 : Chariots à
portée variable rotatifs
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: EN 1459-2:2015/prA1
ICS:
53.060 Industrijski tovornjaki Industrial trucks
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.
DRAFT
EUROPEAN STANDARD
EN 1459-2:2015
NORME EUROPÉENNE
EUROPÄISCHE NORM
prA1
August 2017
ICS 53.060
English Version
Rough-terrain trucks - Safety requirements and
verification - Part 2: Slewing variable-reach trucks
Chariots tout-terrain - Prescriptions de sécurité et Geländegängige Stapler - Sicherheitstechnische
vérification - Partie 2 : Chariots à portée variable Anforderungen und Verifizierung - Teil 2:
rotatifs Schwenkbare Stapler mit veränderlicher Reichweite
This draft amendment is submitted to CEN members for enquiry. It has been drawn up by the Technical Committee CEN/TC 150.
This draft amendment A1, if approved, will modify the European Standard EN 1459-2:2015. If this draft becomes an amendment,
CEN members are bound to comply with the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations which stipulate the conditions for inclusion of
this amendment into the relevant national standard without any alteration.
This draft amendment was established by CEN 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, De
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