En 17168 [updated] May 2026

EN 17168:2021 applies to various types of barrier systems used on heavy rail systems, metro systems, and light rail systems. It covers:

Understanding EN 17168:2021 – Railway Applications and Platform Barrier Systems en 17168

Ensuring seamless interaction between the barrier systems, the platform infrastructure, and the rolling stock (trains). Importance of Platform Barrier Systems EN 17168:2021 applies to various types of barrier

is a European standard adopted by the European Committee for Standardization (CEN) that sets out the technical specifications for platform barrier systems. These systems act as a safety barrier between the waiting passengers on the platform and the tracks. These systems act as a safety barrier between

A major component of EN 17168 is defining how passengers can safely evacuate the train and platform in an emergency situation. The system must allow for manual overriding of doors to ensure safe egress without compromising safety during normal operation. 4. Installation and Testing