ASCE 21-21

ASCE 21-21 PDF

This standard is a revision of ASCE 21-13, Automated People Mover Standards. An automated people mover (APM) is defined as a guided transit mode with fully automated operation, featuring vehicles that operate on guideways with exclusive right-of-way.

This standard is the revision of ASCE 21-13, which was previously combined from Parts 1, 2, 3, and 4 of ASCE 21-05 and 21-08.

The previous numbering system is retained (with additions):

Part 1 of ASCE 21-05 consists of

1. General

2. Operating Environment

3. Safety Requirements

4. System Dependability

5. Automatic Train Control (ATC)

6. Audio and Visual Communications

Part 2 of ASCE 21-08 consists of

7. Vehicles

8. Propulsion and Braking

Part 3 of ASCE 21-08 consists of

9. Electrical Equipment

10. Stations

11. Guideways

Part 4 of ASCE 21-08 consists of

12. Security

13. Emergency Preparedness

14. System Verification and Demonstration

15. Operations, Maintenance, and Training

16. Operational Monitoring

Appendix A. System Safety Program Requirements

Appendix B. Bibliography

Appendix C. Recommended Practice for Acceptance of an

APM System Application

Appendix D. Inspection and Test Guidelines

Appendix E. Recommended Practice for Working Safely near

APM Systems