Railway applications — Rolling stock — Interior passive safety

The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has released the technical report ISO/TR 5914:2024, focusing on railway applications with a particular emphasis on internal passive safety measures in locomotives and rolling stock. This document provides guidance on evaluating and enhancing passenger safety within rail vehicles through non-active or passive means such as structural design and materials selection that do not require power to operate effectively.

ISO/TR 5914:2024 aims to address the increasing demand for safer railway transportation systems by offering a comprehensive set of recommendations on how to improve internal safety within train compartments. It covers various aspects including but not limited to compartment layout, interior fittings, and seating arrangements designed with passive safety in mind.

The standard also outlines methodologies for assessing existing designs against updated international safety criteria, ensuring that new and legacy railway vehicles meet contemporary safety standards. Furthermore, it highlights the importance of interdepartmental collaboration between design engineers, material scientists, and safety experts to ensure effective implementation across different regions and rail systems worldwide.