BS EN 1501-1:1998+A2:2009

This standard BS EN 1501-1:1998+A2:2009 Refuse collection vehicles and their associated lifting devices. General requirements and safety requirements is classified in these ICS categories:

• 43.160 Special purpose vehicles

This Part of the European Standard specifies the safety and design requirements for the bodywork of (rear loaded) refuse collection vehicles (RCV) for the collection, transportation and discharge of solid waste materials and recyclable materials operated by hydraulic power.

Associated lifting devices and references to chassis interfaces are also covered in this document.

Further definitions, covering types and use of refuse collection vehicles (RCV) and lifting devices are given in clause 3 and 4.

Specifies safety and design requirements for the bodywork of refuse collection vehicles.