scope:

This European Standard is applicable to fastening systems, in categories A - D as specified in EN 13481-1:2012, 3.1, for attaching rails to the uppermost surface of concrete or asphalt slabs and for embedded rails in non-ballasted tracks, with maximum axle loads and minimum curve radii. The requirements apply to: a) fastening systems which act on the foot and/or web of the rail including direct and indirect systems; b) fastening systems which incorporate concrete elements and which each have not more than one supporting element per rail, including booted concrete blocks and sleepers complete with boots; c) adhesive and mechanical fastening systems for embedded rail but excluding rail cast into road pavements.