Fixed, Vertical Road Traffic Signs - Part 5: Initial Type Testing
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The DIN EN 12899-5 standard outlines the requirements for conducting initial type testing (ITT) of the various parts mentioned in the standard. Specifically, this Part 5 covers the ITT of Parts 1, 2, and 3 of EN 12899.
The purpose of the ITT is to ensure that the road traffic signs designed according to Parts 1, 2, and 3 meet the specified requirements and performance criteria. This testing is carried out before the signs are put into regular use to ensure their compliance with safety, durability, and visibility standards.
The standard sets out the guidelines for conducting the ITT, including the test methods, test equipment, and performance criteria to be used. It details the specific requirements for different types of signs, such as retroreflection, color properties, materials, and structural performance.
| Descriptors | Abbreviations, Construction, Definitions, Design, Guidance systems, Highway traffic signal, Initial verification, Properties, Qualification tests, Quality requirements, Quality systems, Road construction, Road safety, Road signs, Road transport, Signal systems, Specification (approval), Stationary, Surveillance (approval), Symbols, Testing, Traffic control systems, Traffic signals, Traffic signs, Presentations, Bodies |
| ICS Codes | 93.080.30 - Road equipment and installations |
| Language(s) | English |
| File Size | 532.5 KB |
