DIN EN 16116-2:2010-08

This standard specifies the minimum requirements of ergonomic and structural integrity of steps and handrails used together to give staff access to freight wagons. This standard is applicable to all freight wagons operating within the EU which have to be coupled by screw couplings for interoperable traffic in Europe. It defines in particular the required spaces necessary for handling of screw couplings with side buffers, for shunter handrails, for shunter's stand, for steps and handrails. This standard also defines their dimensions, positions, limits for durability and functionality. It also defines the general requirements for the access of taillights for freight wagons.