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This European Standard specifies the technical requirements to minimise the hazards listed in Clause 4 which can arise during the commissioning, operation and maintenance of aircraft movement equipment when carried out in accordance with the specifications given by the manufacturer or his authorised representative. It also takes into account some performance requirements recognised as essential by authorities, aircraft and ground support equipment (GSE) manufacturers as well as airlines and handling agencies. This European Standard applies to: - aircraft tractors with driver accommodation; - pedestrian controlled aircraft movement equipment; - moveable parts of ramp integrated systems; - attachment bars, used for all operations, utilizing aircraft movement equipment, e.g.: - push back; - maintenance towing; - dispatch towing (operational towing). Noise and vibration are dealt with respectively in EN 1915-4 and EN 1915-3. This part of EN 12312 is intended to be used in conjunction with EN 1915-1, EN 1915-2, EN 1915-3 (for vehicles) and EN 1915-4.