1、D409-02(reaffirmed 2012)Motor vehicles for the transportation of persons with physical disabilitiesUpdate No. 2CAN/CSA-D409-02October 2004Note: General Instructions for CSA Standards are now called Updates. Please contact CSAInformation Products Sales or visit www.ShopCSA.ca for information about th
2、e CSA StandardsUpdate Service.Title: Motor Vehicles for the Transportation of Persons with Physical Disabilities originallypublished March 2002Revisions issued: Update No. 1 June 2003If you are missing any General Instruction or Update, please contact CSA Information Products Salesor visit www.ShopC
3、SA.ca.The following revisions have been formally approved and are marked by the symbol delta () inthe margin on the attached replacement pages:Revised Contents and Clauses 6.3.1.6, 6.4.1, 6.4.2, 6.7.1, 6.7.3, 6.8.2.3, and 9.2.1New NoneDeleted NoneCAN/CSA-D409-02 originally consisted of 40 pages (x p
4、reliminary and 30 text), each datedMarch 2002. It now consists of the following pages:March 2002 vx, 16, 1116, and 1930June 2003 Cover, title page, and copyright pageOctober 2004 iii, iv, 710A, 17, and 18Update your copy by inserting these revised pages.Keep the pages you remove for reference.Motor
5、Vehicles for the Transportation of Canadian Standards Association Persons with Physical DisabilitiesOctober 2004(Replaces p. iii, March 2002) iii) ContentsTechnical Committee on Motor Vehicles for the Transportation of Persons with Physical Disabilities viiPreface x1. Scope 12. Definitions 13. Refer
6、ence Publications 24. General Requirements 44.1 General 44.2 Modifications 44.3 Variances 44.4 Vehicles 44.4.1 Categories 44.4.2 Type of Vehicle 54.5 Securement of Devices 54.6 Portable Support Equipment 55. Vehicle Chassis 55.1 Battery 55.1.1 Specifications 55.1.2 Battery Compartments 55.2 Brakes (
7、for Vehicles Having a GVWR of More than 6804 kg (15 000 lb) 55.3 Drive Shaft 55.4 Electrical Terminals 55.5 Exhaust System 55.5.1 Location 55.5.2 Clearances 65.6 Frame 65.6.1 Modifications 65.6.2 Holes 65.7 Fuel System 65.8 Alternator 65.8.1 Minimum Output 65.8.2 Minimum Charging Capacity 65.9 Gross
8、 Vehicle Weight 65.10 Ignition Lock 76. Vehicle Body 76.1 Identification 76.2 Rear Bumpers 76.3 Entrances 76.3.1 Ambulatory Entrance Doors 76.3.2 Steps 86.3.3 Mobility Aid Entrance 86.3.4 Drip Moulding 86.4 Emergency Exits 8D409-02 Canadian Standards AssociationOctober 2004(Replaces p. iv, March 200
9、2)iv6.4.1 General 86.4.2 Exception 96.4.3 Securement during Unloading 96.5 Lighting 96.6 Inside Height (for Vehicles Having a GVWR of More than 4536 kg (10 000 lb) 96.7 Floor 96.7.1 General 96.7.2 Securement 96.7.3 Static Coefficient of Friction 96.7.4 Strength 106.8 Passenger Seating and Seats 106.
10、8.1 Mobility Aid Position 106.8.2 Ambulatory Passenger Seating (except for School Buses) 106.8.3 All Passenger Seating 106.9 Grab Bars/Handles 10A6.9.1 Location 10A6.9.2 Diameter/Width 10A6.9.3 Strength 116.9.4 Colour 116.10 Projections and Padding 116.10.1 Projections 116.10.2 Padding 116.10.3 Phys
11、ical Properties of Padding 116.11 Rearview Mirrors (except for School Buses) 116.11.1 All Vehicles 116.11.2 Vehicles Having a GVWR of 4536 kg (10 000 lb) and Under 116.11.3 Vehicles Having a GVWR of More than 4536 kg (10 000 lb) 116.12 Sun Visor 116.13 Heaters 126.13.1 Type of Heater 126.13.2 Combus
12、tion-Type Heaters 126.13.3 Capabilities of Heating System 126.13.4 Heater Lines 126.13.5 Shut-off Valves 126.14 Defrosters 126.15 First Aid Kit 126.15.1 Contents 126.15.2 Locations 136.16 Fire Extinguisher 136.16.1 Type and Location 136.16.2 Pressure Gauge 136.17 Emergency Tools 136.18 Advance Warni
13、ng Devices 136.19 Electrical System 136.20 Rollover Protection 137. Mobility Aids 137.1 Space Requirements 137.1.1 Floor Space 137.1.2 Fixed Vehicle Structures 147.2 Securement 147.2.1 Securement Devices 147.2.2 Anchorage Points 147.3 Mobility Aid Occupant Restraint 14Motor Vehicles for the Transpor
14、tation of Canadian Standards Association Persons with Physical DisabilitiesOctober 2004(Replaces p. 7, March 2002) 75.10 Ignition LockA lock, key, or other device shall be provided to prevent the engine from being started by unauthorizedpersons.6. Vehicle Body6.1 Identification If an accessibility s
15、ymbol is fitted (see Figure 1), it shall comply with the following:(a) it shall be a minimum size of 100 100 mm (4 4 in); and(b) the symbol shall be the international symbol of access shown in CSA Standard CAN/CSA-B651.6.2 Rear Bumpers A rear bumper(s) shall be furnished and attached directly to the
16、 chassis frame with provisions forremoval. It shall extend beyond the rearmost part of the body surface at least 25 mm (1 in) measured atthe floor line. It shall be of sufficient strength to permit the vehicle to be pushed by another vehicle onlevel ground at rated GVW without major permanent distor
17、tion.6.3 Entrances6.3.1 Ambulatory Entrance Doors 6.3.1.1There shall be an ambulatory entrance door on the right side of the vehicle. Where only one mobility aidentrance is provided, it shall not be on the left side of the vehicle.6.3.1.2On a split-type door, if one section opens inward and the othe
18、r opens outward, the front section shallopen outward.6.3.1.3Vertical closing edges of a split- or jack-knife-type door shall be equipped with at least a total of 25 mm(1 in) of flexible material between the two door leaves to minimize the possibility of injury to fingers.6.3.1.4The ambulatory entran
19、ce door(s) shall be provided with a means to prevent unintended closing duringloading or unloading of passengers. 6.3.1.5Where ambulatory entrance door openings are less than 1930 mm (76 in) in height, they shall bepadded at the top interior edge with material meeting the requirements of Clause 6.10
20、.3.) 6.3.1.6The minimum dimensions of the ambulatory entrance door opening shall be a clear(a) horizontal opening of at least 580 mm (23 in) at the widest point and 400 mm (16 in) at thenarrowest point; and(b) vertical opening of at least (i) 1.12 m (44 in) on vehicles having a GVWR of 2700 kg (5940
21、 lb) or less, where the ambulatorypassenger seat is located directly adjacent to the ambulatory entrance door;(ii) 1.40 m (56 in) on vehicles having a GVWR greater than 2700 kg (5940 lb), but less than or equalto 4536 kg (10 000 lb); andD409-02 Canadian Standards AssociationOctober 20048 (Replaces p
22、. 8, March 2002)(iii) 1.83 m (72 in) on vehicles having a GVWR greater than 4536 kg (10 000 lb). 6.3.2 Steps6.3.2.1The static coefficient of friction of step covering material when measured in accordance withASTM Standard D 2047, under dry conditions, shall be a minimum of 0.5.6.3.2.2There shall be
23、a contrasting colour stripe, not less than 38 mm (1.5 in) and not more than 75 mm (3 in)wide, on the leading edge of the horizontal surface of each step and the floor surface at the stepentrance.6.3.2.3Except for school buses, the dimensions of steps at the ambulatory entrance shall be as follows:(a
24、) the height of the first step from ground level a maximum of 380 mm (15 in);(b) the height of steps in the vehicle a maximum of 230 mm (9 in);(c) the variation in the height of steps in the vehicle a maximum of 25 mm (1 in);(d) the depth of steps (front to back) a minimum of 215 mm (8.5 in); and(e)
25、 the width of steps (side to side) a minimum of 400 mm (16 in).6.3.2.4All steps shall be a constant depth except for auxiliary and school bus steps.6.3.2.5The horizontal step nosing (overhang) shall not exceed 10 mm (0.375 in).6.3.2.6The horizontal step nosing at the floor level shall be flush with
26、the floor.6.3.3 Mobility Aid EntranceThe minimum dimensions of the mobility aid clear entrance opening with lift and ramp installed shall beas follows:(a) width 760 mm (30 in); and(b) vertical 1400 mm (56 in).Note: See Clause A9 in Appendix A for the height of the mobility aid door opening if it is
27、necessary to accommodateambulatory passengers.6.3.4 Drip MouldingThere shall be a drip moulding above each door to direct water to either side of the opening.6.4 Emergency Exits ) 6.4.1 GeneralExcept for school buses, each vehicle shall be provided with an emergency exit door with a minimumwidth of
28、0.81 m (32 in) and a minimum height of 1.14 m (45 in). For vehicles having a GVWR of 2700 kg (5940 lb) or less, the emergency exit shall have a minimum width of 720 mm (28.5 in) and aminimum height of 1.12 m (44 in). The emergency exit door shall be on a different wall of the vehiclethan the mobilit
29、y aid entrance specified in Clause 6.3.3. Where there are two mobility aid entrances,each on a separate wall, one may be designated as an emergency exit. Motor Vehicles for the Transportation of Canadian Standards Association Persons with Physical DisabilitiesOctober 2004(Replaces p. 9, March 2002)
30、9) 6.4.2 ExceptionWhere a vehicle specification includes only the provision of a rear mobility aid entrance and a sideambulatory entrance (ie, two entrances, each on a separate wall), the side entrance may be identified asthe emergency exit. This door shall meet the requirements of Clause 6.4.1. 6.4
31、.3 Securement during UnloadingEmergency exits shall be provided with a means to secure them against unintended closing duringunloading of passengers.6.5 Lighting 6.5.1Vehicles shall be equipped with a light(a) at the lift door that automatically operates when the door opens and illuminates the lift
32、platform orramp; and(b) above or beside each passenger access door to illuminate the steps. Such lights shall be actuatedautomatically when the door opens.6.5.2Any stepwell or doorway immediately adjacent to the driver shall have, when the door is open, at least22 lux (2 foot candles) illumination m
33、easured at the step tread or lift platform.6.6 Inside Height (for Vehicles Having a GVWR of More than 4536 kg(10 000 lb)The inside body floor-to-ceiling height shall be a minimum 1830 mm (72 in), measured at any point onthe longitudinal centreline of the vehicle.Note: See Clause A5 in Appendix A for
34、 the inside body floor-to-ceiling height on vehicles having a GVWR of 4536 kg(10 000 lb) and under.6.7 Floor ) 6.7.1 GeneralThe floor shall have a surface or an overlay of a surface suitable for foot traffic. Any overlay shall have aminimum design compression rating of 2344 kPa (340 psi) when measur
35、ed perpendicular to the plane ofthe floor surface. See Clause A15 in Appendix A for additional information on the vehicle flooring. 6.7.2 SecurementThe floor covering shall not crack when subjected to sudden temperature change. With the exception ofthe drivers area, the floor covering shall be secur
36、ely bonded to the floor with a waterproof material, asrecommended by the manufacturer of the floor covering material. All seams shall be sealed with awaterproof sealer.) 6.7.3 Static Coefficient of FrictionThe static coefficient of friction of the flooring material, when measured in accordance with
37、a material-specific standard(s), shall be a minimum of 0.5 under dry conditions and a minimum of 0.65 under wetconditions. Examples of applicable standards include ASTM Standard D 2047 and ANSI/RESNAWC13-1998 (modified) as defined in the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (U.S.) DOTStand
38、ard No. 403, Platform Lift Systems for Motor Vehicles; Section 7.2, Slip Resistance Test.D409-02 Canadian Standards AssociationOctober 200410 (Replaces p. 10, March 2002)6.7.4 StrengthThe floor shall be designed to support a load of 275 kg (600 lb) at any mobility aid position distributedover an are
39、a of 660 660 mm (26 26 in), with a safety factor of at least 3 based on the ultimatestrength of the material without permanent detrimental deformation.Note: See Clause A8 in Appendix A for information on mobility aid weights.6.8 Passenger Seating and Seats 6.8.1 Mobility Aid PositionFor vehicles hav
40、ing a GVWR of less than 7000 kg (15 400 lb), the mobility aid position shall be forwardfacing. For vehicles having a GVWR of 7000 kg (15 400 lb) or greater, the mobility aid position shall beforward or rearward facing.Note: See CSA Standards Z604 and Z605.6.8.2 Ambulatory Passenger Seating (except f
41、or School Buses)6.8.2.1The distance from the front of each seatback to the back of the seat ahead, measured on a horizontalplane at the centre of the seat cushion surface, shall be a minimum of 685 mm (27 in).6.8.2.2The minimum rump width (space per person) shall be 380 mm (15 in).) 6.8.2.3The heigh
42、t of a seat cushion above the floor or footrest shall be between 400 and 480 mm (16 and 19 in). For vehicles with a GVWR of 2700 kg or less, the height of the seat cushion shall be as provided by the original equipment manufacturer. 6.8.2.4The depth of the seat (front to back) shall be between 380 a
43、nd 430 mm (15 and 17 in).6.8.2.5Seats shall be level or slope downwards towards the back.6.8.2.6Seatbacks shall be a minimum of 380 mm (15 in) in height.6.8.3 All Passenger Seating6.8.3.1Where a passageway is required for movement of a mobility aid, there shall be a minimum clear width of760 mm (30
44、in) between fixed objects.6.8.3.2For each seat designated for use by a person with a disability, there shall be, as a minimum, a Type 1 seat belt assembly provided.Note: Refer to MVSR 209 for definition of a Type 1 and Type 2 seat belt assembly.Motor Vehicles for the Transportation of Canadian Stand
45、ards Association Persons with Physical DisabilitiesOctober 2004 10A6.9 Grab Bars/Handles 6.9.1 LocationExcept on school buses, a grab bar(s)/handle(s) shall be provided at each(a) seat designated for use by a person with a disability; and(b) side of the entrance used by persons with disabilities, ac
46、cessible from ground level, and arranged sothat they are inside the vehicle when the doors are closed.6.9.2 Diameter/WidthExcluding those mounted on seats or doors, the diameter/width of grab bars/handles shall be 20 to 50 mm (0.75 to 2 in) and, if padded, not more than 75 mm (3 in).Motor Vehicles f
47、or the Transportation of Canadian Standards Association Persons with Physical DisabilitiesOctober 2004(Replaces p. 17, March 2002) 178.8.6 Powered Closing PlatformA powered closing platform shall not be stowed with more than 34 kg (75 lb) located in the centroid of atest pallet, measuring 660 660 mm
48、 (26 26 in) and placed at the centroid of the platform, unlessdesigned to be stowed with a passenger on board.8.9 Reliability and Durability8.9.1 GeneralThere shall be no evidence of failures (eg, fatigue cracks) or creation of hazardous conditions during theaccelerated life cycle test in Clause 8.9
49、.2. Electrical components and wiring, hydraulic components, drivecomponents, and fasteners shall be considered as integral parts of the lift system for the purposes of the test.8.9.2 Accelerated Life Cycle TestAn accelerated life cycle test shall be performed on a test fixture by repeating the lift use cycle 4400 times in an ambient temperature of 10 to 32C (50 to 90F) as follows:(a) the time between each cycle shall be between 6 and 7 min;(b) alt
