scope:

This standard has been divided into four parts to expedite the approval and release process as well as to facilitate ease of use. This document constitutes Part 1 of the Standard.

Parts 1, 2 and 3 cover a minimum set of requirements for design of an automated people mover (APM) with an acceptable level of safety and performance.

Part 1 consists of:

1. General

2. Operating Environment

3. Safety Requirements

4. System Dependability

5. Automatic Train Control (ATC)

6. Audio and Visual Communications

Part 2 consists of:

1. General

7. Vehicles

8. Propulsion and Braking

Part 3 consists of:

1. General

9. Electrical

10. Stations

11. Guideways

Part 4 is a minimum set of requirements for maintaining an acceptable level of safety and performance for an APM in passenger operation.

Part 4 consists of:

12. Security

13. Emergency Preparedness

14. System Verification and Demonstration

15. Operations, Maintenance, and Training

16. Operational Monitoring