scope:

This document specifies the specific safety requirements for horizontal directional drills when they are used as intended and under the conditions foreseen by the manufacturer. The requirements of this part are complementary to the common requirements formulated in prEN 16228-1. This document does not repeat the requirements from prEN 16228-1, but adds or replaces the requirements for application for horizontal directional drills. This document specifies the appropriate technical measures to eliminate or reduce risks arising from the significant hazards, hazardous situations and events during commissioning, operation and maintenance of horizontal directional drills.