EUROPEAN STANDARD EN 124-4

NORME EUROPÉENNE
EUROPÄISCHE NORM June 2015

ICS 93.080.30 Supersedes EN 124:1994

English Version

Gully tops and manhole tops for vehicular and pedestrian areas -
Part 4: Gully tops and manhole tops made of steel reinforced
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concrete

Dispositifs de couronnement et de fermeture pour les zones Aufsätze und Abdeckungen für Verkehrsflächen - Teil 4:
de circulation utilisées par les piétons et les véhicules - Aufsätze und Abdeckungen aus Stahlbeton
Partie 4: Dispositifs de couronnement et de fermeture en
béton armé d'acier
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This European Standard was approved by CEN on 11 March 2015.

CEN members are bound to comply with the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations which stipulate the conditions for giving this European
Standard the status of a national standard without any alteration. Up-to-date lists and bibliographical references concerning such national
standards may be obtained on application to the CEN-CENELEC Management Centre or to any CEN member.

This European Standard exists in three official versions (English, French, German). A version in any other language made by translation
under the responsibility of a CEN member into its own language and notified to the CEN-CENELEC Management Centre has the same
status as the official versions.
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Finland, Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania,
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Contents Page

Foreword ..............................................................................................................................................................4
1 Scope ......................................................................................................................................................5
2 Normative references ............................................................................................................................5
3 Terms and definitions ...........................................................................................................................6
4 Materials .................................................................................................................................................6
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4.1 General ....................................................................................................................................................6
4.2 Exposure classes...................................................................................................................................6
4.3 Resistance against freeze - thaw with de-icing salts .........................................................................7
4.4 Compressive strength ...........................................................................................................................7
4.5 Water content of concrete ....................................................................................................................7
4.6 Cement content of concrete .................................................................................................................7
4.7 Chloride content of concrete ................................................................................................................7
4.8 Water absorption of concrete ...............................................................................................................7
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5 Requirements .........................................................................................................................................7
5.1 Design and performance requirements ...............................................................................................7
5.2 Material specific characteristics for gully tops and manhole tops made of steel reinforced
concrete ..................................................................................................................................................9
5.2.1 Edge and contact surfaces protection for manhole tops and gully tops ........................................9
5.2.2 Crack width.............................................................................................................................................9
5.2.3 Reinforcement and concrete cover......................................................................................................9
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5.2.4 Reaction to fire .................................................................................................................................... 10
5.2.5 Durability ............................................................................................................................................. 10
5.2.6 Dangerous substances ...................................................................................................................... 11
6 Testing ................................................................................................................................................. 11
6.1 General ................................................................................................................................................. 11
6.2 Concrete strength ............................................................................................................................... 11
6.3 Edge and contact surface protection ............................................................................................... 11
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6.4 Freeze–thaw with de-icing salts ........................................................................................................ 11
6.5 Concrete cover for the reinforcement .............................................................................................. 11
7 Assessment and verification of constancy of performance – AVCP ............................................ 11
7.1 General ................................................................................................................................................. 11
7.2 Type testing ......................................................................................................................................... 12
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7.2.1 General ................................................................................................................................................. 12
7.2.2 Test samples, testing and compliance criteria ................................................................................ 12
7.2.3 Test reports ......................................................................................................................................... 14
7.2.4 Shared other party results ................................................................................................................. 14
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7.3 Factory production control (FPC) ..................................................................................................... 15
7.3.1 General ................................................................................................................................................. 15
7.3.2 Requirements ...................................................................................................................................... 15
7.3.3 Product specific requirements .......................................................................................................... 19
7.3.4 Initial inspection of factory and of FPC ............................................................................................ 20
7.3.5 Continuous surveillance of FPC ....................................................................................................... 21
7.3.6 Procedure for modifications .............................................................................................................. 21
8 Designation ......................................................................................................................................... 21
9 Marking ................................................................................................................................................ 22

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Annex ZA (informative) Clauses of this European Standard addressing the provisions of the EU
Construction Products Regulation .................................................................................................... 24
ZA.1 Scope and relevant characteristics ................................................................................................... 24
ZA.2 Procedures for AVCP of gully tops and manhole tops made of steel reinforced concrete ........ 26
ZA.3 CE marking and labelling.................................................................................................................... 30
Bibliography ...................................................................................................................................................... 32
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Foreword

This document (EN 124-4:2015) has been prepared by Technical Committee CEN/TC 165 “Wastewater
engineering”, the secretariat of which is held by DIN.

This European Standard shall be given the status of a national standard, either by publication of an identical
text or by endorsement, at the latest by December 2015 and conflicting national standards shall be withdrawn
at the latest by March 2017.

Attention is drawn to the possibility that some of the elements of this document may be the subject of patent
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rights. CEN [and/or CENELEC] shall not be held responsible for identifying any or all such patent rights.

Together with EN 124-1:2015, EN 124-2:2015, EN 124-3:2015, EN 124-5:2015 and EN 124-6:2015, this

document will supersede EN 124:1994.

This document has been prepared under a mandate given to CEN by the European Commission and the
European Free Trade Association, and supports essential requirements of the Regulation (EU) No. 305/2011.

For relationship with EU Regulations, see informative Annex ZA, which is an integral part of this document.
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EN 124, Gully tops and manhole tops for vehicular and pedestrian areas, consists of the following parts:

— Part 1: Definitions, classification, general principles of design, performance requirements and test
methods;

— Part 2: Gully tops and manhole tops made of cast iron;

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— Part 3: Gully tops and manhole tops made of steel or aluminium alloys;

— Part 4: Gully tops and manhole tops made of steel reinforced concrete;

— Part 5: Gully tops and manhole tops made of composite materials;

— Part 6: Gully tops and manhole tops made of polypropylene (PP), polyethylene (PE) or unplasticized
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poly(vinyl chloride) (PVC-U).

According to the CEN-CENELEC Internal Regulations, the national standards organizations of the following
countries are bound to implement this European Standard: Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech
Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia, France, Germany, Greece,
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Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal,
Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Turkey and the United Kingdom.
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1 Scope

This European Standard is applicable to precast gully tops and manhole tops made of steel reinforced
concrete with a clear opening up to and including 1 000 mm for covering gullies, manholes and inspection
chambers for installation within areas subjected to pedestrian and/or vehicular traffic.

It is applicable to manhole tops and gully tops for use in

— areas which can only be used by pedestrians and pedal cyclists (at least class A 15),

— pedestrian areas and comparable areas, car parks or car parking decks (at least class B 125),
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— the area of kerbside channels of roads which, when measured from the kerb edge, extends a maximum
of 0,5 m into the carriageway and a maximum of 0,2 m into the pedestrian area (at least class C 250),

— carriageways of roads (including pedestrian streets), hard shoulders and parking areas, for all types of
road vehicles (at least class D 400),

— areas imposing high wheel loads, e.g. docks, aircraft pavements (at least class E 600),

— areas imposing particularly high wheel loads, e.g. aircraft pavements (Group 6, class F 900).
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This European Standard is not applicable in isolation but only in combination with EN 124-1 and gives
guidance for combinations of covers/gratings made of steel reinforced concrete with frames according to
EN 124-2, EN 124-3, EN 124-5 and EN 124-6.

This European Standard is not applicable to:

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— concave gratings for class D 400 installed in carriageways of roads or hard shoulders and concave
gratings for classes F 900 and E 600;

— gratings/covers as part of prefabricated drainage channels according to EN 1433;

— floor and roof gullies in buildings which are specified in EN 1253 (all parts); and

— surface boxes.
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2 Normative references

The following documents, in whole or in part, are normatively referenced in this document and are
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indispensable for its application. For dated references, only the edition cited applies. For undated references,
the latest edition of the referenced document (including any amendments) applies.

EN 124-1:2015, Gully tops and manhole tops for vehicular and pedestrian areas — Part 1: Definitions,
classification, general principles of design, performance requirements and test methods
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EN 124-2:2015, Gully tops and manhole tops for vehicular and pedestrian areas — Part 2: Gully tops and
manhole tops made of cast iron

EN 124-3:2015, Gully tops and manhole tops for vehicular and pedestrian areas — Part 3: Gully tops and
manhole tops made of steel or aluminium alloys

EN 124-5:2015, Gully tops and manhole tops for vehicular and pedestrian areas — Part 5: Gully tops and
manhole tops made of composite materials

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EN 124-6:2015, Gully tops and manhole tops for vehicular and pedestrian areas — Part 6: Gully tops and
manhole tops made of polypropylene (PP), polyethylene (PE) or unplasticized poly(vinyl chloride) (PVC-U)

EN 206:2013, Concrete — Specification, performance, production and conformity

EN 1339:2003, Concrete paving flags — Requirements and test methods

EN 1992-1-1:2004, Eurocode 2: Design of concrete structures — Part 1-1: General rules and rules for
buildings

EN 13369:2013, Common rules for precast concrete products

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EN ISO 1461, Hot dip galvanized coatings on fabricated iron and steel articles — Specifications and test
methods (ISO 1461)

3 Terms and definitions

For the purposes of this document, the terms and definitions given in EN 124-1:2015 apply.

4 Materials
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4.1 General

Precast manhole tops and gully tops according to this European Standard shall be made from steel reinforced
concrete. The concrete quality of any element shall be dense, homogenous and conform to the requirements
given in 4.2 to 4.6. For general aspects, constituent materials of concrete and reinforcing steel,
EN 13369:2013, 4.1, shall apply.
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Any element made of the materials specified in Clause 4 can be used in combination with elements of
materials specified in EN 124-2, EN 124-3, EN 124-5 or EN 124-6. In such cases the manhole tops or gully
tops shall comply with the relevant design and performance and testing requirements as listed in Table 1.

In addition, elements shall comply with the requirements for the material related EN 124-2, EN 124-3,
EN 124-5 or EN 124-6, as applicable. Each element shall be marked accordingly. The load class to be
declared for the combined product shall be restricted to the lower class determined for any constituent
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element according to the relevant part of EN 124 series.

EXAMPLE Where a cover is made of steel reinforced concrete, class D 400, and the frame is made of steel, class
C 250, the manhole top or gully top is marked with EN 124-4 and the class to be declared for the combined product is the
class of the frame according to EN 124-3 for steel.
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4.2 Exposure classes

Manhole tops and gully tops according to this standard shall be at least suitable for use in “wet and dry”
conditions and a slightly aggressive chemical environment, i.e. normal conditions for domestic sewage and
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treated industrial effluent, and for most natural soils and ground-waters. If more severe conditions are
expected, additional requirements for corrosion protection can be necessary.

The exposure class determined in accordance with EN 206:2013 shall be a minimum of XC2.

Where resistance against freeze/thaw or chemical attack on concrete is required, the composition and
properties of the concrete shall meet the requirements for XF, XD or XA classes taking into account the
relevant description of the environment in accordance with EN 206:2013.

If more severe conditions are expected higher exposure classes can be necessary. In such cases the higher
class shall be declared.

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4.3 Resistance against freeze - thaw with de-icing salts

When manhole tops and gully tops are used in specific conditions of use (corresponding to frequent contact of
a surface, partially or entirely made with concrete, with standing water containing de-icing salts in frost
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conditions) the concrete shall not show a mean mass loss higher than 1,5 kg/m with no individual result
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higher than 2,0 kg/m when tested according to 6.4. Products complying with this requirement shall be marked
with “+R”.

4.4 Compressive strength

The compressive strength class of the concrete shall conform to the specific environmental conditions in
accordance with 4.2 but not be less than C35/45 according to EN 13369, except for class A 15 covers, where
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the minimum compressive strength shall not be less than C25/30 according to EN 13369.

4.5 Water content of concrete

The ratio of water to cement plus any pozzolanic or latent hydraulic addition in the fully compacted state shall
not be greater than 0,5 and shall conform to the specific environmental conditions in accordance with 4.2.

4.6 Cement content of concrete

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Concrete shall have such a composition that the minimum content of cement plus any pozzolanic latent
addition in the fully compacted state is consistent with the serviceability conditions of 4.2 and 4.7 for the
exposure classes.

4.7 Chloride content of concrete

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The maximum amount of chloride ion in the concrete shall be evaluated by calculation in accordance with
EN 206:2013, 5.2.8.

4.8 Water absorption of concrete

When determined in accordance with EN 13369:2013, 5.1.2, the water absorption of concrete shall not
exceed 6 % by mass.

5 Requirements
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5.1 Design and performance requirements

Manhole tops and, gully tops made of concrete shall comply with the design and performance and testing
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requirements in accordance with EN 124-1, as listed in Table 1.

Table 1 — Design, performance and testing requirements specified in EN 124–1 for gully tops and
manhole tops made of steel reinforced concrete
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Characteristic Requirements Testing Relevant for class
acc. to acc. to
A 15 B 125 C 250 D 400 E 600 F 900
EN 124-1: EN 124-1:
2015 Clause 2015 Clause
Related to the design

Vents in covers 6.1 8.4.1 x x x x x x

Clear opening of 6.2 8.4.2 x x x x x x
manhole tops for
man entry

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Characteristic Requirements Testing Relevant for class

acc. to acc. to
A 15 B 125 C 250 D 400 E 600 F 900
EN 124-1: EN 124-1:
2015 Clause 2015 Clause
Depth of insertion 6.3 8.4.3 – – – x x x
Clearance 6.4 8.4.4 x x x x x x
Compatibility of 6.5 8.4.5 – – – x x x
seatings
Handling of 6.7 8.4.7 x x x x x x
covers and
gratings
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Slot dimensions of 6.8 8.4.8 x x x x x x
gratings
Dirt pans and dirt 6.9 8.4.9 x x x x x x
buckets
Positioning of 6.10 8.4.10 x x x x x x
covers and
gratings
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Flatness of 6.11 8.4.11 – – – x x x
manhole covers
and gratings
Concaveness of 6.12 8.4.12 x x x x x x
gratings
Surface conditions 6.13 8.4.13 x x x x x x
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Manhole tops with 6.14 Visual x x x x x x
sealing features inspection of
presence of
anchors
Frame bearing 6.15 8.4.14 x x x x x x
area
Frame depth 6.16 8.4.15 – – – x x x
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Opening angle of 6.17 8.4.16 x x x x x x
hinged covers/
gratings
Appearance 7.1 Visual x x x x x x
inspection
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Related to the performance
Load bearing 7.2 8.3 x x x x x x
capacity
Permanent set 7.3 8.2 x x x x x x
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Securing of the 6.6 8.4.6 x x x x x x
cover/grating
within the frame
Skid resistance 7.4 8.4.13 x x x x x x
Child safety 7.5 8.5 x x x x x x
x To be applied.

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5.2 Material specific characteristics for gully tops and manhole tops made of steel
reinforced concrete

5.2.1 Edge and contact surfaces protection for manhole tops and gully tops

Edge and contact surface protection between frame and cover shall consist of either cast iron or hot-dipped
galvanized steel. The minimum thickness of flake graphite iron, spheroidal graphite iron or steel is stated in
Table 2. The thickness of edge and contact surface protection shall be measured in accordance with 6.3.

Table 2 — Thickness of edge and contact surface protection

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Class Minimum thickness of trafficked edges and contact surfaces
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A 15 2
B 125 3
C 250 5
D 400 6
E 600 and F 900 According to each design but not less than that required of class D 400
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Without the thickness of additional corrosion protection to steel.

5.2.2 Crack width

After the permanent set tests (2/3 of test load) according to EN 124-1:2015, Annex A, no cracks wider than
0,2 mm shall appear in the concrete. Crack widths shall be measured on the surface optically by magnifier or
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equivalent.

No loss of adhesion between concrete and reinforcement shall occur after the total load bearing.

5.2.3 Reinforcement and concrete cover

The dimensions, the position, spacing and jointing of the reinforcement shall be in accordance with the design.
The concrete cover to steel reinforcement shall be based on the provisions valid in the place of use of the
concrete as given in EN 1992-1-1:2004 specific to manhole tops and gully tops or, in their absence, applicable
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to related products (e.g. drainage channels, pipes or manholes).

Where provisions in places of use do not exist, the concrete cover to reinforcement, cmin, shall comply at least
with the nominal maximum size of aggregate and be a minimum of 20 mm on all sides for class B 125 to
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F 900.

In applying EN 1992-1-1:2004, 4.4.1.2, the following conditions are recommended for class B 125 to F 900,
unless other rules are given in its National Annex:
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— if stainless steel or galvanized steel is used the concrete cover may be reduced by 5 mm;

— when the concrete class is ≥ C40/50 and its water absorption is less than 6,0 % (characteristic value) the
concrete cover may be reduced by 5 mm;

— for concrete classes higher than C50/60 and water absorption less than 5,0 % (characteristic value) a
reduction may be taken to 10 mm.

For class A 15, the concrete cover may be reduced in accordance with EN 13369:2013, Table A.2.

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Where freeze-thaw or chemical attack on concrete is expected for class A 15 to F 900, exposure class and
concrete composition shall be chosen accordingly.

5.2.4 Reaction to fire

Where use of manhole tops and gully tops in accordance with this standard is subject to national regulatory
requirements on reaction to fire, their reaction to fire performance shall be declared. Manhole tops and gully
tops made of steel reinforced concrete are classified as Class A1, regardless their cushioning insert, securing
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feature or coating without the need for testing (CWT), in accordance with the relevant Commission Decision 1 .

NOTE 1 Concrete, as homogeneously distributed materials for these products (whether in combination with concrete or
not), is considered as material of known and stable performance with respect to the reaction to fire performance as it does
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not consist of any organic material and consequently does not contribute to fire. Under these conditions it may be
considered as Class A1 material.

NOTE 2 The class of reaction to fire performance of manhole tops and gully tops made of concrete is regarded as the
class for the constituent material.

Conversely, where the use of manhole tops and gully tops is not subject to national regulatory requirements
on reaction to fire, either the Class A1 (see above) or “No Performance Determined” (NPD) may be declared.

NOTE 3 Where the compatibility of seatings is achieved by the use of cushioning inserts, only a negligible area of the
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cushioning insert material would be exposed to fire, considering the end use situation. There is no relevance in relation to
the reaction to fire performance and embedded cushioning inserts would not be able to ignite or to propagate fire there.
Their contribution to fire spread is not of concern, nor is an influence expected on the fire behaviour of the neighbouring
material and the contribution to fire propagation is negligible. Considering these aspects, separate testing and
classification of cushioning inserts is not necessary.

5.2.5 Durability
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5.2.5.1 General

Steel reinforced concrete is a material of known and stable behaviour with unchanging performance for the
defined end use applications with respect to their application within the scope of this standard.

The durability of gully tops and manhole tops manufactured from steel reinforced concrete will depend upon
design features and exposure conditions (see 4.2). The prescribed framework of requirements and test
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methods for the mandated performance characteristics according to Clause 5 will also reflect the durability of
manhole tops and gully tops

5.2.5.2 Durability of load bearing capacity

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Durability of load bearing capacity is ensured by meeting the requirements of EN 124-1:2015, 7.2 and 7.3 and
the proportion between test load and maximum load to be expected in service and in conjunction with the
stable material behaviour against weathering and environmental conditions in the place of use according to
4.2, 4.3 and 5.2.3.
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5.2.5.3 Durability of securing of covers/gratings within the frame

Durability of securing of covers/gratings in the frame against unintended lifting is ensured by using materials
with proven resistance against corrosion and passing the test according to EN 124-1:2015, 8.4.6.

1) See Decision of the Commission 96/603/EC of 1996-10-04 (see OJEU L 267 of 1996-10-19), as amended twice by
2000/605/EC of 2000-09-26 (see OJEU L 258 of 2000-10-12) and by 2003/424/EC of 2003-06-06 (see OJEU L 144 of
2003-06-12).

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5.2.5.4 Durability of skid resistance

Durability of skid resistance is ensured by meeting the requirements of EN 124-1:2015, 7.4, in conjunction
with the use of the relevant exposure class and the stable resistance of the material itself against loss of grip.

5.2.5.5 Durability of effectiveness of child safety characteristics

Durability of the child safety characteristics concerning the resistance of manhole tops and gully tops against
the removal by children is ensured by re-inspecting the weight or the locking accessory or the securing
feature, as appropriate, is still functional after testing the securing in accordance with EN 124-1:2015, 8.4.6.

5.2.6 Dangerous substances

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National regulations on dangerous substances may require verification and declaration on release, and
sometimes content, when construction products covered by this standard are placed on those markets. In the
absence of European harmonized test methods, verification and declaration on release/content should be
done taking into account national provisions in the place of use.

6 Testing

6.1 General
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Gully tops and manhole tops according to this standard shall be tested as complete units in their intended
position of use where cover/grating is suitably positioned within the frame in accordance with EN 124-1:2015,
Clause 8, as listed in Table 1. In addition manhole tops and gully tops made of steel reinforced concrete shall
be tested according to 6.2 to 6.5. All tested products shall be visually inspected without magnification.

6.2 Concrete strength

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The compressive strength shall be determined in accordance with EN 13369:2013, 5.1.1.

6.3 Edge and contact surface protection

The thickness of edge and contact surface protection shall be measured to the nearest 0,1 mm. The thickness
of the hot-dipped galvanizing shall be measured in accordance with EN ISO 1461.
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6.4 Freeze–thaw with de-icing salts

The freeze–thaw resistance with de-icing salt shall be determined in accordance with EN 1339:2003,
Annex D.
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6.5 Concrete cover for the reinforcement

The dimensions of the concrete cover shall be measured and the minimum recorded to the nearest 1 mm.
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7 Assessment and verification of constancy of performance – AVCP

7.1 General

The compliance of gully tops and manhole tops with the requirements of this standard and with the
performances declared by the manufacturer in the DoP shall be demonstrated by:

— determination of the product type on the basis of type testing;

— factory production control by the manufacturer, including product assessment.

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The manufacturer shall always retain the overall control and shall have the necessary means to take
responsibility for the conformity of the product with its declared performance(s).

7.2 Type testing

7.2.1 General

All performances related to characteristics included in this standard shall be determined when the
manufacturer intends to declare the respective performances unless the standard gives provisions for
declaring them without performing tests. (e.g. use of previously existing data, classified without further testing
(CWFT) and conventionally accepted performance).
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Assessment previously performed in accordance with the provisions of this standard, may be taken into
account provided that they were made to the same or a more rigorous test method, under the same AVCP
system on the same product or products of similar design, construction and functionality, such that the results
are applicable to the product in question.

NOTE 1 The same AVCP system means testing by an independent third party, when relevant, under the responsibility
of a notified product certification body, when relevant.

For the purposes of assessment, the manufacturer's products may be grouped into families, where it is
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considered that the results for one or more characteristics from any one product within the family are
representative for that same characteristics for all products within that same family.

NOTE 2 Products can be grouped in different families for different characteristics.

Reference to the assessment method standards should be made to allow the selection of a suitable
representative sample.
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In addition, the determination of the product type shall be performed for all characteristics included in the
standard for which the manufacturer declares the performance

— at the beginning of the production of a new or modified gully top and manhole top (unless a member of
the same product range), or

— at the beginning of a new or modified method of production (where this can affect the stated properties),
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or

— they shall be repeated for the appropriate characteristic(s), whenever a change occurs in the gully top or
manhole top design, in the raw material or in the supplier of the components, or in the method of
production (subject to the definition of a family), which would affect significantly one or more of the
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characteristics.

Where components are used whose characteristics have already been determined, by the component
manufacturer, on the basis of assessment methods of other product standards, these characteristics need not
be re-assessed. The specifications of these components shall be documented.
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Products bearing regulatory marking in accordance with appropriate harmonized European specifications may
be presumed to have the performances declared in the DoP, although this does not replace the responsibility
on the manhole tops and gully tops manufacturer to ensure that the manhole tops and gully tops as a whole
are correctly manufactured and its component products have the declared performance values.

7.2.2 Test samples, testing and compliance criteria

The number of samples of gully tops and manhole tops to be tested/assessed shall be in accordance with
Table 3. Characteristics for which the performance is to be declared are written in bold letters.

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Table 3 — Number of samples to be tested and compliance criteria

Characteristic Requirement Assessment method No. of Compliance criteria
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samples
for the declared performance:
Reaction to fire 5.2.4 Classified without testing - EN 124–4:2015, 5.2.4, Class A1
Frame bearing 5.1 EN 124–1:2015, 8.4.14 3 EN 124–1:2015, 6.15, calculated
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area value Pb ≤ 7,5 N/mm
Load bearing 5.1 EN 124–1:2015, 8.3 3 EN 124–1:2015, 7.2, test load for
capacity the declared class
Permanent set 5.1 EN 124–1:2015, 8.2 3 EN 124–1:2015, 7.3, permissible
value for the declared class
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Securing of the 5.1 EN 124–1:2015, 8.4.6 3 EN 124–1:2015, 6.6, declared
cover/grating in method and either weight in kg
the frame or value Fv in kN and appropriate
h in mm, as applicable
Child safety 5.1 EN 124–1:2015, 8.5 3 EN 124–1:2015, 7.5, declared
method or weight
Skid resistance 5.1 EN 124–1:2015, 8.4.13 a) 3 EN 124–1:2015, 7.4.2 a),
declared as “concrete surface”
for the material used
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Durability of:
load bearing 5.2.5 EN 124–1: 2015, 8.2 3 EN 124–4:2015, 4.1,
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capacity against EN 124–1: 2015, 8.3 EN 124–1:2015, 7.2 and 7.3
mechanical failure declared as “Pass” according to
the material used and the test
method applied.
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c
securing against 5.2.5 EN 124–1: 2015, 8.4.6 3 EN 124–1:2015, 6.6, declared as
unintended lifting “Pass” according to the material
used and the test method
applied.
skid resistance 5.2.5 EN 124–1:2015, 8.4.13 a) 3 EN 124–1:2015, 7.4, declared as
against loss of grip “Pass” for the declared method
and the material used and for
USRV measured value declared
effectiveness of EN 124–1:2015, 6.6, declared as
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child safety 5.2.5 EN 124–1:2015, 8.4.6 3 “Pass” according to the material
characteristics used and the method declared.
for the design:
Vents in covers 5.1 EN 124–1:2015, 8.4.1 3 EN 124–1:2015, 6.1
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Clear opening of 5.1 EN 124–1:2015, 8.4.2 3 EN 124–1:2015, 6.2
manhole tops for
man entry
Depth of insertion 5.1 EN 124–1:2015, 8.4.3 3 EN 124–1:2015, 6.3
Clearance 5.1 EN 124–1:2015, 8.4.4 3 EN 124–1:2015, 6.4
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Compatibility of 5.1 EN 124–1:2015, 8.4.5 3 EN 124–1:2015, 6.5
seatings
Handling of covers 5.1 EN 124–1:2015, 8.4.7 3 EN 124–1:2015, 6.7
and gratings
Slot dimensions of 5.1 EN 124–1:2015, 8.4.8 3 EN 124–1:2015, 6.8
gratings
Dirt pans and dirt 5.1 EN 124–1:2015, 8.4.9 3 EN 124–1:2015, 6.9
buckets
Positioning of 5.1 EN 124–1:2015, 8.4.10 3 EN 124–1:2015, 6.10
covers and
gratings

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Characteristic Requirement Assessment method No. of Compliance criteria

a
samples
Flatness of 5.1 EN 124–1:2015, 8.4.11 3 EN 124–1:2015, 6.11
manhole covers
and gratings
Concaveness of 5.1 EN 124–1:2015, 8.4.12 3 EN 124–1:2015, 6.12
gratings
Surface conditions 5.1 EN 124–1:2015, 8.4.13 3 EN 124–1:2015, 6.13
Manhole tops with 5.1 Visual inspection of 3 EN 124–1:2015, 6.14
sealing feature presence of anchors
Frame depth 5.1 EN 124–1:2015, 8.4.15 3 EN 124–1:2015, 6.16
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Opening angle of 5.1 EN 124–1:2015, 8.4.16 3 EN 124–1:2015, 6.17
hinged covers/
gratings
Appearance 5.1 Visual inspection 3 EN 124–1:2015, 7.1
a
If one of the 3 samples fails, the specific test can be repeated with 5 new samples. All the 5 samples shall pass the test.
b
The proportion between the test load for the declared class and the maximum load to be expected in service in conjunction with
the stable behaviour of the material specified in Clause 4 covers all effects which can influence the durability of the load bearing
capacity.
c
Ensured by using materials with proven resistance against corrosion and passing the test according to EN 124-1:2015, 8.4.6.
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7.2.3 Test reports

The results of the determination of the product type shall be documented in test reports. All test reports shall
be retained by the manufacturer for at least 10 years after the last date of production of the gully top or
manhole top to which they relate.
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7.2.4 Shared other party results

A manufacturer may use the results of the product type determination obtained by someone else (e.g. by
another manufacturer, as a common service to manufacturers, or by a product developer), to justify his own
declaration of performance regarding a product that is manufactured according to the same design (e.g.
dimensions) and with raw materials, constituents and manufacturing methods of the same kind, provided that:

— the results are known to be valid for products with the same essential characteristics relevant for the
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product performance;

— in addition to any information essential for confirming that the product has such same performances
related to specific essential characteristics, the other party who has carried out the determination of the
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product type concerned or has had it carried out, has expressly accepted to transmit to the manufacturer
the results and the test report to be used for the latter’s product type determination, as well as information
regarding production facilities and the production control process that can be taken into account for FPC;

— the manufacturer using other party results accepts to remain responsible for the product having the
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declared performances and he also:

— ensures that the product has the same characteristics relevant for performance as the one that has
been subjected to the determination of the product type, and that there are no significant differences
with regard to production facilities and the production control process compared to that used for the
product that was subjected to the determination of the product type; and

— keeps available a copy of the determination of the product type report that also contains the
information needed for verifying that the product is manufactured according to the same design and
with raw materials, constituents and manufacturing methods of the same kind.

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7.3 Factory production control (FPC)

7.3.1 General

The manufacturer shall establish, document and maintain an FPC system to ensure that the products placed
on the market comply with the declared performance of the essential characteristics.

The FPC system shall consist of procedures, regular inspections and tests and/or assessments and the use of
the results to control raw and other incoming materials or components, equipment, the production process and
the product.

All the elements, requirements and provisions adopted by the manufacturer shall be documented in a
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systematic manner in the form of written policies and procedures.

This factory production control system documentation shall ensure a common understanding of the evaluation
of the constancy of performance and enable the achievement of the required product performances and the
effective operation of the production control system to be checked. Factory production control therefore brings
together operational techniques and all measures allowing maintenance and control of the compliance of the
product with the declared performances of the essential characteristics.

7.3.2 Requirements
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7.3.2.1 General

The manufacturer is responsible for organizing the effective implementation of the FPC system in line with the
content of this product standard. Tasks and responsibilities in the production control organization shall be
documented and this documentation shall be kept up-to-date.
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The responsibility, authority and the relationship between personnel that manages, performs or verifies work
affecting product constancy, shall be defined. This applies in particular to personnel that need to initiate
actions preventing product non-constancies from occurring, actions in case of non-constancies and to identify
and register product constancy problems.

Personnel performing work affecting the constancy of performance of the product shall be competent on the
basis of appropriate education, training, skills and experience for which records shall be maintained.
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In each factory the manufacturer may delegate the action to a person having the necessary authority to:

— identify procedures to demonstrate constancy of performance of the product at appropriate stages;

— identify and record any instance of non-constancy;

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— identify procedures to correct instances of non-constancy.

The manufacturer shall draw up and keep up-to-date documents defining the factory production control. The
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manufacturer's documentation and procedures should be appropriate to the product and manufacturing
process. The FPC system should achieve an appropriate level of confidence in the constancy of performance
of the product. This involves:

a) the preparation of documented procedures and instructions relating to factory production control
operations, in accordance with the requirements of the technical specification to which reference is made;

b) the effective implementation of these procedures and instructions;

c) the recording of these operations and their results;

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d) the use of these results to correct any deviations, repair the effects of such deviations, treat any resulting
instances of non-conformity and, if necessary, revise the FPC to rectify the cause of non-constancy of
performance.

Where subcontracting takes place, the manufacturer shall retain the overall control of the product and ensure
that he receives all the information that is necessary to fulfil his responsibilities according to this European
Standard.

If the manufacturer has part of the product designed, manufactured, assembled, packed, processed and/or
labelled by subcontracting, the FPC of the subcontractor may be taken into account, where appropriate for the
product in question.
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The manufacturer who subcontracts all of his activities may in no circumstances pass the above
responsibilities on to a subcontractor.

NOTE Manufacturers having an FPC system, which complies with EN ISO 9001 standard and which addresses the
provisions of the present European Standard are considered as satisfying the FPC requirements of the Regulation (EU)
No. 305/2011.

7.3.2.2 Equipment
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7.3.2.2.1 Testing

All weighing, measuring and testing equipment shall be calibrated and regularly inspected according to
documented procedures, frequencies and criteria.

7.3.2.2.2 Manufacturing
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All equipment used in the manufacturing process shall be regularly inspected and maintained to ensure use,
wear or failure does not cause inconsistency in the manufacturing process. Inspections and maintenance shall
be carried out and recorded in accordance with the manufacturer’s written procedures and the records
retained for the period defined in the manufacturer's FPC procedures.

7.3.2.3 Raw materials and components

The specifications of all incoming raw materials and components shall be documented, as shall the
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inspection-scheme for ensuring their compliance. In case supplied kit components are used, the constancy of
performance system of the component shall be that given in the appropriate harmonized technical
specification for that component.

7.3.2.4 Traceability and marking

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Individual products shall be identifiable and traceable with regard to their production origin. The manufacturer
shall have written procedures ensuring that processes related to affixing traceability codes and/or markings
are inspected regularly.
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7.3.2.5 Controls during manufacturing process

The manufacturer shall plan and carry out production under controlled conditions.

For all materials in accordance with Clause 4, used for the manufacturing process of manhole tops and gully
tops, specified in this standard the supplier's documentation shall be checked at every delivery for compliance
with the manufacturer's specification. The documentation shall be retained for a period of 1 year.

NOTE For deliveries from suppliers having an established quality management system, the frequency of inspection
can be reduced at the discretion of the manufacturer.

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Raw materials and the manufacturing process of manhole tops and gully tops made of steel reinforced
concrete shall be inspected according to Table 4.

Table 4 — FPC of manhole tops and gully tops made of steel reinforced concrete
Characteristic Requirement Frequency of inspection Compliance criteria Document
Clause retention
period
Receiving inspection:
c
— constituent materials of 4.1 Every delivery EN 13369:2013, 4.1 1 year
concrete and reinforcing
steel
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Process control for concrete:
— Compressive strength 4.4 Each 5 production days per EN 124–4:2015, 4.4 5 years
concrete family used,
according to the manufacturer
process requirement
— Water content of concrete 4.5 Daily for each composition EN 124–4:2015, 4.5, 5 years
used: ≤ 0,5
― after each change
― in case of doubt
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— Cement content of 4.6 Daily for each composition EN 124–4:2015, 4.6, 5 years
concrete used: +R declared if
― after each change applicable
— Chloride content of 4.7 In case of an increase in the EN 124–4:2015, 4.7 5 years
concrete chloride content of the
constituents
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— Water absorption of 4.8 Each production month per EN 124–4:2015, 4.8 5 years
concrete type of hardened concrete
used
a
— Freeze/thaw resistance 4.3 Once per year and concrete EN 124–4:2015, 4.3, 5 years
b
(only products “grade +R”) family/process +R declared of
applicable
— Positioning of 5.2.3 Daily (visual inspection): EN 124–4:2015, 5.2.3 5 years
Reinforcement Depending on manufacturer's
inspection instruction
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(measuring)
a
When products are classified grade +R on the evidence of previous tests, they may be submitted to water absorption
test with a mean value < 5 % and with no individual result > 6 % (in place of the initial type testing of freeze/thaw
resistance).
b
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If for a concrete family, the result of a type test is lower than 50 % of the required value, the test frequency as given in
the present table may be reduced to once per two years, for as long as this condition is fulfilled. When this concrete family
is also submitted to a water absorption test with a mean value < 5 % and with no individual result > 6 % then the test
frequency as given in the present table may be halved.
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Supplier's document in accordance with the manufacturers specification.
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7.3.2.6 Product testing and evaluation

The manufacturer shall establish procedures to ensure that the stated values of the characteristics for which
he declares the performance given in Table 5 in bold letters, are maintained. The characteristics, and the
means of control, shall be as given in Table 5.

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Table 5 — Product testing of finished products

Characteristic Requirement Assessment method Minimum Document

Clause frequency of retention
inspection period
(units)

for the declared performance:

Reaction to fire 5.2.4 Classified without testing – –
a
Frame bearing area 5.1 Calculation acc. to 1:5 000 10 years
EN 124–1:2015, 8.4.14
a
Load bearing capacity 5.1 EN 124–1:2015, 8.3 1:5 000 10 years
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a
Permanent set 5.1 EN 124–1:2015, 8.2 1:5 000 10 years
a
Securing of the 5.1 EN 124–1:2015, 8.4.6 1:5 000 10 years
cover/grating within the
frame
a
Child safety 5.1 EN 124–1:2015, 8.5 1:5 000 10 years
a
Skid resistance 5.1 EN 124–1:2015, 8.4.13 1:5 000 10 years
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Durability of:
a
— load bearing capacity 5.2.5 EN 124–1: 2015, 8.2 1:5 000 10 years
against mechanical failure EN 124–1: 2015, 8.3
a
— securing against 5.2.5 EN 124–1:2015, 8.4.6 (weighing) 1:5 000 10 years
mechanical failure EN 124–1:2015, 8.4.6 (Inspection
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and test according Annex E)
a
— skid resistance against 5.2.5 EN 124–1:2015, 8.4.13 1:5 000 10 years
loss of grip
for the design:
Vents in covers 5.1 EN 124–1:2015, 8.4.1 Every cover 5 years
Visible inspection
a
Clear opening of manhole 5.1 EN 124–1:2015, 8.4.2 1:5 000 5 years
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tops for man entry Measurement
a
Depth of insertion 5.1 EN 124–1:2015, 8.4.3 1:5 000 5 years
Measurement
a
Clearance 5.1 EN 124–1:2015, 8.4.4 1:5 000 5 years
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Measurement
a
Compatibility of seatings 5.1 EN 124–1:2015, 8.4.5 1:5 000 5 years
Measurement
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a
Handling of covers and 5.1 EN 124–1:2015, 8.4.7 1:5 000 5 years
gratings
a
Slot dimensions of gratings 5.1 EN 124–1:2015, 8.4.8 1:5 000 5 years
Measurement
a
Dirt pans and dirt buckets 5.1 EN 124–1:2015, 8.4.9 1:5 000 5 years
a
Positioning of covers and 5.1 EN 124–1:2015, 8.4.10 1:5 000 5 years
gratings
a
Flatness of manhole covers 5.1 EN 124–1:2015, 8.4.11 1:5 000 5 years
and gratings
a
Concaveness of gratings 5.1 EN 124–1:2015, 8.4.12 1:5 000 5 years

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Characteristic Requirement Assessment method Minimum Document

Clause frequency of retention
inspection period
(units)
a
Manhole tops with sealing 5.1 Visual inspection of presence of 1:5 000 5 years
feature anchors
a
Frame depth 5.1 EN 124–1:2015, 8.4.15 1:5 000 5 years
Measurement
a
Opening angle of hinged 5.1 EN 124–1:2015, 8.4.16 1:5 000 5 years
covers/gratings
a
Appearance 5.1 Visual inspection 1:5 000 5 years
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Marking Clause 9 Visual inspection Every 5 years
product
a
At least every 6 months.

7.3.2.7 Non-complying products

The manufacturer shall have written procedures which specify how non-complying products shall be dealt
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with. Any such events shall be recorded as they occur and these records shall be kept for the period defined
in the manufacturer’s written procedures.

Where the product fails to satisfy the acceptance criteria, the provisions for non-complying products shall
apply, the necessary corrective action(s) shall immediately be taken and the products or batches not
complying shall be isolated and properly identified.
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Once the fault has been corrected, the test or verification in question shall be repeated.

The results of controls and tests shall be properly recorded. The product description, date of manufacture, test
method adopted, test results and acceptance criteria shall be entered in the records under the signature of the
person responsible for the control/test.

With regard to any control result not meeting the requirements of this European Standard, the corrective
measures taken to rectify the situation (e.g. a further test carried out, modification of manufacturing process,
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throwing away or putting right of product) shall be indicated in the records.

7.3.2.8 Corrective action

The manufacturer shall have documented procedures that instigate action to eliminate the cause of non-
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conformities in order to prevent recurrence.

7.3.2.9 Handling, storage and packaging

The manufacturer shall have procedures providing methods of product handling and shall provide suitable
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storage areas preventing damage or deterioration.

7.3.3 Product specific requirements

The FPC system shall address this European Standard and ensure that the products placed on the market
comply with the declaration of performance.

The FPC system shall include a product specific FPC, which identifies procedures to demonstrate compliance
of the product at appropriate stages, i.e.:

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a) the controls and tests to be carried out prior to and/or during manufacture according to a frequency laid
down in the FPC test plan;

and/or

b) the verifications and tests to be carried out on finished products according to a frequency laid down in the
FPC test plan.

If the manufacturer uses only finished products, the operations under b) shall lead to an equivalent level of
compliance of the product as if FPC had been carried out during the production.

If the manufacturer carries out parts of the production himself, the operations under b) may be reduced and
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partly replaced by operations under a). Generally, the more parts of the production that are carried out by the
manufacturer, the more operations under b) may be replaced by operations under a).

In any case the operation shall lead to an equivalent level of compliance of the product as if FPC had been
carried out during the production.

NOTE Depending on the specific case, it can be necessary to carry out the operations referred to under a) and b),
only the operations under a) or only those under b).
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The operations under a) refer to the intermediate states of the product as on manufacturing machines and
their adjustment, and measuring equipment etc. These controls and tests and their frequency shall be chosen
based on product type and composition, the manufacturing process and its complexity, the sensitivity of
product features to variations in manufacturing parameters, etc.

The manufacturer shall establish and maintain records that provide evidence that the production has been
sampled and tested. These records shall show clearly whether the production has satisfied the defined
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acceptance criteria and shall be available for at least three years.

7.3.4 Initial inspection of factory and of FPC

Initial inspection of factory and of FPC shall be carried out when the production process has been finalized
and in operation. The factory and FPC documentation shall be assessed to verify that the requirements of
7.3.2 and 7.3.3 are fulfilled.
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During the inspection it shall be verified:

a) that all resources necessary for the achievement of the product characteristics included in this European
Standard are in place and correctly implemented; and
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b) that the FPC-procedures in accordance with the FPC documentation are followed in practice; and

c) that the product complies with the product type samples, for which compliance of the product
performance to the DoP has been verified.
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All locations where final assembly or at least final testing of the relevant product is performed shall be
assessed to verify that the above conditions a) to c) are in place and implemented. If the FPC system covers
more than one product, production line or production process, and it is verified that the general requirements
are fulfilled when assessing one product, production line or production process, then the assessment of the
general requirements does not need to be repeated when assessing the FPC for another product, production
line or production process.

All assessments and their results shall be documented in the initial inspection report.

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7.3.5 Continuous surveillance of FPC

Surveillance of the FPC shall be undertaken once per year. The surveillance of the FPC shall include a review
of the FPC test plan(s) and production processes(s) for each product to determine if any changes have been
made since the last assessment or surveillance. The significance of any changes shall be assessed.

Checks shall be made to ensure that the test plans are still correctly implemented and that the production
equipment is still correctly maintained and calibrated at appropriate time intervals.

The records of tests and measurement made during the production process and to finished products shall be
reviewed to ensure that the values obtained still correspond with those values for the samples submitted to
the determination of the product type and that the correct actions have been taken for non-compliant products.
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7.3.6 Procedure for modifications

If modifications are made to the product, production process or FPC system that could affect any of the
product characteristics declared according to this standard, then all the characteristics for which the
manufacturer declares performance, which may be affected by the modification, shall be subject to the
determination of the product type, as described in 7.2.1.

Where relevant, a re-assessment of the factory and of the FPC system shall be performed for those aspects,
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which may be affected by the modification.

All assessments and their results shall be documented in a report.

8 Designation

Where required for specification and documentation purposes, product designation in accordance with this
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European Standard shall consist of:

a) name of product (manhole top or gully top);

b) European Standard number (EN 124-4);

c) load class (see 5.1);

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d) code related to the number of the parts of EN 124 series to which the cover and the frame complies
according to Table 6;

Table 6 — Designation according to the material of frame and cover/grating

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Designation Cover/grating in Frame in accordance with
accordance with
4/4 EN 124–4 EN 124–4
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4/2 EN 124–4 EN 124–2
4/3 EN 124–4 EN 124–3
4/5 EN 124–4 EN 124–5
4/6 EN 124–4 EN 124–6

e) clear opening (CO in mm), e.g. 600 indicates CO = 600 mm;

f) securing method:

1) securing feature (F);

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2) mass per unit area (W);

3) other methods (O);

g) skid resistance:

1) concrete (CR);

2) defined raised pattern (RP);

3) measured value of USRV (e.g. 40);

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h) freeze-thaw resistance (+R) (if applicable).

Manhole tops and gully tops consisting of a combination of elements in accordance with EN 124-2, EN 124-3,
EN 124-4, EN 124-5 and EN 124-6 shall be designated with the number of the standard for which the cover
meets the requirements of the relevant standard.

EXAMPLE 1 Designation of a manhole top according to EN 124–4, class D 400, cover and frame made of concrete
according to EN 124–4 (4/4), with a clear opening CO 600 mm (600), other securing method (O), skid resistance (RP)
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Manhole Top EN 124–4 — D 400 – 4/4 – 600 – O – RP

EXAMPLE 2 Designation of a manhole top according to EN 124–4, class A 15, consisting of cover and frame made of
concrete according to EN 124–4 (4/4), with a clear opening CO 400 mm (400), securing feature (F), skid resistance by
concrete surface (CR)

Manhole Top EN 124–4 — A 15 – 4/4 – 400 – F – CR

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EXAMPLE 3 Designation of a manhole top according to EN 124–4, class B 125, cover made of concrete according to
EN 124–4 and frame made of steel according to EN 124–3 (4/3), with a clear opening CO (550 mm × 240 mm)
(550 × 240), securing method mass per unit area (W), skid resistance covered by the concrete surface (CR), freeze–thaw
resistant (+R)

Manhole Top EN 124–4 — B 125 – 4/3 – 550 × 240 – W – CR+R

NOTE The designation provides a standardized pattern of designation from which a rapid and unequivocal
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description of an item is communicated.

9 Marking

Covers, gratings and frames of manhole tops and gully tops according to this European Standard shall be
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marked as follows:

a) number of this European Standard, i.e. EN 124-4;

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b) appropriate class (e.g. B 125);

c) name and/or identification mark of the manufacturer;

d) factory of manufacture which may be in code;

e) date or week and year of manufacture (coded or not coded);

f) marking relating to the freeze/thaw resistance (+R), if applicable.

In addition, gratings, covers and frames of manhole tops and gully tops according to this European Standard
can be marked with:

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g) additional markings relating to the intended application of the user;

h) product identification (name and/or catalogue number);

i) nominal mass in kilograms (kg).

Markings a) to f) of covers, gratings and frames shall be clear, permanent and an integral part of it. These
markings shall not be applied by chemical adhesives.

All markings shall, where possible, be visible on the upper side (visible from the trafficked area) after the unit
is installed. If this is not possible they may be placed on the underside of each element.
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Markings a) and b) shall always be on the upper side of cover/grating.

Where the above is not practical, concrete elements shall be marked indelibly by stamping, casting or printing,
in a clearly legible manner.

Where regulatory marking provisions (see ZA.3) require information on some or all items listed in this clause,
the provisions of this clause concerning those common items are deemed to be met and the information
needs not be repeated for the purpose of this clause.
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Annex ZA
(informative)

Clauses of this European Standard addressing the provisions of the EU

Construction Products Regulation

ZA.1 Scope and relevant characteristics

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This European Standard has been prepared under Mandate M/118 “Wastewater engineering products”, as
amended, given to CEN by the European Commission and the European Free Trade Association.

If this European Standard is cited in the Official Journal of the European Union (OJEU), the clauses of this
standard, shown in this annex, are considered to meet the provisions of the relevant mandate, under the
Regulation (EU) No. 305/2011.

This annex deals with the CE marking of gully tops and manhole tops made of steel reinforced concrete
intended for the uses indicated in Table ZA.1 and shows the relevant clauses applicable.
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This annex has the same scope as in Clause 1 of this standard related to the aspects covered by the mandate
and is defined by Table ZA.1.

Table ZA.1 — Relevant clauses for manhole tops and gully tops made of steel reinforced concrete

Construction products: Gully tops and manhole tops made of steel reinforced concrete
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Intended use: For covering of gullies, manholes and inspection chambers in areas subjected to pedestrian
and/or vehicular traffic
Essential Clauses in this or other Regulator Notes
characteristics European Standards y classes
related to essential
characteristics
Reaction to fire EN 124–4:2015, 5.2.4 A1 to E A1, classified without need for testing
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(CWT)
Load bearing capacity, as
— frame bearing area EN 124–1:2015, 6.15 _ calculation of frame bearing pressure
according to the requirement clause,
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2
expressed as Pb ≤ 7,5 N/mm
— load bearing EN 124–1:2015, 7.2 _ tested acc. to EN 124–1:2015, 8.3,
capacity against the declared load-bearing class
and expressed as test load for the
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declared class
— permanent set EN 124–1:2015, 7.3 – tested acc. to EN 124–1:2015, 8.2, and
maximum permissible value declared for
the load-bearing class and the clear
opening as given for the product type
Securing of covers/gratings by either:
― securing feature or EN 124–1:2015, 6.6 a) – tested for classes C 250 to F 900
according to EN 124–1:2015, Annex E,
and declared as h at Fv; for classes A 15
and B 125 expressed as “securing

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feature” after visible inspection

― mass per unit area EN 124–1:2015, 6.6 b) – weighing and declared as mass/unit area
2
or value in kg/m
― other method EN 124–1:2015, 6.6 c) – tested for classes C 250 to F 900
according to EN 124–1:2015, Annex E,
and expressed as h at Fv; for classes
A 15 and B 125 expressed as “other
method” after visible inspection
Child safety, either as:
― mass of the EN 124–1:2015, 8.5 – weighing and declared as mass in kg
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individual cover or
grating or
― securing feature or EN 124–1:2015, 8.5 – visible inspection and expressed as
locking accessory “securing feature” or “locking accessory”
Skid resistance of:
a) Covers with EN 124–1:2015, 7.4.2 a) – visible inspection of concrete surface
concrete surface: according to the requirement clause and
expressed as “concrete surfaces”
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b) Gratings: EN 124–1:2015, 7.4.3 – visible inspection of concrete surface
according to the requirement clause and
expressed as “concrete surface” or
“slots” for the measured slot dimensions
c) Frames with max. EN 124–1:2015, 7.4.4 – visible inspection acc. to the requirement
horizontal visible clause and expressed as
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width of — “NPD” for ≤ 40 mm and
— ≤ 40 mm or — “concrete surface” for > 40 mm
— > 40 mm
Durability of:
— load bearing EN 124–4:2015, 5.2.5 – expressed as “Pass” for the material and
capacity against the test method applied.
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mechanical failure
— securing against EN 124–4:2015, 5.2.5 – expressed as “Pass” for the material and
mechanical failure the test method applied,
— skid resistance EN 124–4:2015, 5.2.5 – expressed as “Pass” for the material
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against loss of grip concrete
— effectiveness of EN 124–4:2015, 5.2.5 – expressed as “Pass” after visible
child safety inspection of the performance in
accordance with EN 124–1:2015, 6.6
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Dangerous EN 124–4:2015, 5.2.6 – see 5.2.6
substances

The declaration of the product performance related to certain essential characteristics is not required in those
Member States (MS) where there are no regulatory requirements on these essential characteristics for the
intended use of the product.

In this case, manufacturers placing their products on the market of these MS are not obliged to determine nor
declare the performance of their products with regard to these essential characteristics and the option “No
performance determined” (NPD) in the information accompanying the CE marking and in the declaration of
performance (see ZA.3) may be used for those essential characteristics.

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ZA.2 Procedures for AVCP of gully tops and manhole tops made of steel reinforced
concrete

ZA.2.1 Systems of AVCP

The AVCP systems of gully tops and manhole tops indicated in Table ZA.1 established by EC Decision
97/464/EC of 1997-06-27 (see OJEU L 198 of 1997-07-25), as amended by 2004/663/EC of 2004-09-20 (see
OJEU L 302 of 2004-09-29), is shown in Table ZA.2 for the indicated intended use(s) and relevant level(s) or
class(es) of performance.

Table ZA.2 — Systems of AVCP

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Level(s) or class(es) of
Product Intended use AVCP systems
performance
For use in vehicular and pedestrian
- 1
areas
A1*, A2*, B*, C* 1
Manhole tops
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and gully tops For all use(s) when subject to
A1**, A2**, B**, C**, D, E 3
regulations on reaction to fire
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(A1 to E)***, F 4
System 1: See Regulation (EU) No. 305/2011 (CPR) Annex V, 1.2
System 3: See Regulation (EU) No. 305/2011 (CPR) Annex V, 1.4
System 4: See Regulation (EU) No. 305/2011 (CPR) Annex V, 1.5
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* Products/materials for which a clearly identifiable stage in the production process results in an improvement of the
reaction to fire classification (e.g. an addition of fire retardants or a limiting of organic material).
** Products/materials not covered by footnote (*).
*** Products/materials that do not require to be tested for reaction to fire (e.g. products/materials of Class A1 according to
the Decision 96/603/EC, as amended).

NOTE The attestation of conformity systems 1 and 3 with regard to installations of the products in areas subject to
reaction to fire regulations, given in the table above are not applicable for these products for the reason, that the material
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used for these products is deemed to satisfy requirements on the material not contributing to fire and which allows the
reaction to fire performance of these products may be declared only by system 4 as Class A1 without the need for testing.

The AVCP of the gully tops and manhole tops made of steel reinforced concrete in Table ZA.1 shall be
according to the AVCP procedures indicated in Table ZA.3 resulting from application of the clauses of this or
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other European Standard indicated therein. The content of tasks of the notified body shall be limited to those
essential characteristics as provided for, if any, in Annex III of the relevant mandate and to those that the
manufacturer intends to declare.
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Table ZA.3 — Assignment of evaluation of conformity tasks for gully tops and manhole tops made of
steel reinforced concrete under system 1 and system 4

AVCP clauses to
Tasks Content of the task
apply

Factory production control — Parameters related to essential 7.3.1, 7.3.2,

(FPC) characteristics of Table ZA.1 (except 7.3.3, 7.3.5, 7.3.6
reaction to fire) relevant for the intended
use for which performance is declared.
— Reaction to fire, relevant for all use(s) when
subject to regulations on reaction to fire,
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(for Class A1) .
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Tasks for the Further testing of samples — Essential characteristics of Table ZA.1 7.3.4
manufacturer taken at the factory according (except reaction to fire) relevant for the
to the prescribed test plan intended use for which performance is
declared.
Determination of the product — Reaction to fire, relevant for all use(s) when 7.2
type on the basis of type subject to regulations on reaction to fire,
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testing (including sampling), (for Class A1) .
type calculation, tabulated
values or descriptive
documentation of the product
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Tasks for the Determination of the product — Essential characteristics of Table ZA.1 7.2
notified type on the basis of type (except reaction to fire) relevant for the
certification testing (including sampling), intended use for which performance is
body type calculation, tabulated declared.
values or descriptive
documentation of the product
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Initial inspection of — Parameters related to essential 7.3.4
manufacturing plant and of characteristics of Table ZA.1 (except
FPC reaction to fire), relevant for the intended
use which is declared. Documentation of
the FPC.
Continuous surveillance, — Parameters related to essential 7.3.5
assessment and evaluation of characteristics of Table ZA.1 (except
FPC reaction to fire), relevant for the intended
use which is declared. Documentation of
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FPC.
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See footnote (***) to Table ZA.2.

ZA.2.2 Declaration of performance (DoP)

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ZA.2.2.1 General

The manufacturer draws up the DoP and affixes the CE marking on the basis of the different AVCP systems
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set out in Annex V of the Regulation (EU) No. 305/2011:

— the factory production control and further testing of samples taken at the factory according to the
prescribed test plan, carried out by the manufacturer; and

— the certificate of constancy of performance issued by the notified product certification body on the basis of
determination of the product type on the basis of type testing (including sampling), type calculation,
tabulated values or descriptive documentation of the product; initial inspection of the manufacturing plant
and of factory production control and continuous surveillance, assessment and evaluation of factory
production control.

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ZA.2.2.2 Content

The model of the DoP is provided in Annex III of the Regulation (EU) No. 305/2011. According to this
Regulation, the DoP shall contain, in particular, the following information:

— the reference of the product-type for which the declaration of performance has been drawn up;

— the AVCP system or systems of the construction product, as set out in Annex V of the CPR;

— the reference number and date of issue of the harmonized standard which has been used for the
assessment of each essential characteristic;
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— where applicable, the reference number of the Specific Technical Documentation used and the
requirements with which the manufacturer claims the product complies.

The DoP shall in addition contain:

a) the intended use or uses for the construction product, in accordance with the applicable harmonized
technical specification;

b) the list of essential characteristics, as determined in the harmonized technical specification for the
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declared intended use or uses;

c) the performance of at least one of the essential characteristics of the construction product, relevant for
the declared intended use or uses;

d) where applicable, the performance of the construction product, by levels or classes, or in a description, if
necessary based on a calculation in relation to its essential characteristics determined in accordance with
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the Commission determination regarding those essential characteristics for which the manufacturer shall
declare the performance of the product when it is placed on the market or the Commission determination
regarding threshold levels for the performance in relation to the essential characteristics to be declared;

e) the performance of those essential characteristics of the construction product which are related to the
intended use or uses, taking into consideration the provisions in relation to the intended use or uses
where the manufacturer intends the product to be made available on the market;
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f) for the listed essential characteristics for which no performance is declared, the letters “NPD” (No
Performance Determined).

Regarding the supply of the DoP, Article 7 of the Regulation (EU) No. 305/2011 applies.
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The information referred to in Article 31 or, as the case may be, in Article 33 of Regulation (EC) No.
1907/2006, (REACH) shall be provided together with the DoP.

ZA.2.2.3 Example of DoP

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The following gives an example of a filled-in DoP for a manhole top, made of steel reinforced concrete

DECLARATION OF PERFORMANCE
No. 00001 – CPR–2015/05/14

1. Unique identification code of the product-type:

Manhole Top EN 124-4 — B 125 – 4/3 – 550 × 240 – W – CR+R

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2. Intended use or uses:

For covering of manholes and inspection chambers in areas subjected to pedestrian and/or vehicular
traffic

3. Manufacturer:

AnyCo SA,
PO Box 21
B-1050 Brussels, Belgium
Tel.:+32987654321
Fax: +32123456789
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e-mail: anyco.sa@provider.be

4. Authorized representative:

Anyone Ltd
Flower Str. 24
West Hamfordshire
UK-589645 United Kingdom
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Tel. +44987654321
Fax: +44123456789
e-mail: anyone.ltd@provider.uk

5. System of AVCP:

System 1 for the intended use under item 2

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6. Harmonized standard: EN 124-4

Notified product certification body (name), with No. 5678, performed the determination of the product-type
on the basis of type testing, the initial inspection of the manufacturing plant and of factory production
control and the continuous surveillance, assessment and evaluation of factory production control under
system 1 and issued a certificate of constancy of performance of the product.
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7. Declared performance

Harmonized technical
Essential characteristics Performance
specification
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Reaction to fire A1
Load-bearing capacity, as:
2
— frame bearing area Pb ≤ 7,5 N/mm
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— load-bearing capacity 125 kN
— permanent set ≤ 2,4 mm
Securing of covers EN 124–4:2015
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— by mass per unit area 190 kg/m
Child safety Mass 25 kg
Skid resistance Concrete surface
Durability of load bearing capacity against
— mechanical failure Pass

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Durability of securing, against

— unintended lifting Pass
Durability of skid resistance, against:
— loss of grip Pass
Durability of effectiveness of child safety Pass
Dangerous substances NPD

8. Appropriate Technical Documentation and/or Specific Technical Documentation, if appropriate (see

Articles 36 to 38 of Regulation (EU) No. 305/2011)
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- not appropriate -

The performance of the product identified above is in conformity with the set of declared performance/s. This
declaration of performance is issued in accordance with regulation (EU) No. 305/2011 under the sole
responsibility of the manufacturer identified above.

Signed for and on behalf of the manufacturer by:

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(name) ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
At (place) …………………………………..… on (date of issue) ………………………………………………
(signature) ………………………………………………………………………………………………….………………

ZA.3 CE marking and labelling

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The CE marking symbol shall be in accordance with the general principles set out in Article 30 of Regulation
(EC) No. 765/2008 and shall be affixed visibly, legibly and indelibly to the manhole top or gully top.

The CE marking and the accompanying information shall be placed on a label attached to it, or on the
packaging or on the accompanying documents.

The CE marking shall be followed by:

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a) the last two digits of the year in which it was first affixed;

b) the name and the registered address of the manufacturer, or the identifying mark allowing identification of
the name and address of the manufacturer easily and without any ambiguity;
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c) the unique identification code of the product-type;

d) the reference number of the declaration of performance (see example of DoP);

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e) the level or class of the performance declared;

f) the dated reference to the harmonized technical specification applied;

g) the identification number of the notified body;

h) the intended use as laid down in the harmonized technical specification applied.

The CE marking shall be affixed before the construction product is placed on the market. It may be followed
by a pictogram or any other mark notably indicating a special risk or use.

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Figure ZA.1 gives an example of such complete CE marking given in the commercial documents,
accompanying the manhole top or gully top.

“CE” marking consisting of the “CE”- symbol

Identification number of the notified certification body

01234
AnyCo Ltd Name and registered address or identifying mark of the
manufacturer
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Last two digits of the year in which the marking was first
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No. 00001 – CPR – 2015/05/14 affixed
Reference number of the DoP
EN 124-4:2015 Number of the European Standard, and the year of its
publication
Manhole top, B 125 – 4/3 – 550 × 240 – W – CR+R Unique identification code of the product type
for use in areas for pedestrian and/or vehicular traffic Intended use of the product as laid down in the European
Standard applied
Reaction to fire A1 Levels or classes of the performance declared
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Load-bearing capacity, as:
2
— frame bearing area Pb ≤ 7,5 N/mm

— load-bearing capacity 125 kN

— permanent set ≤ 2,4 mm
Securing of covers,
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2
— mass per unit area 190 kg/m
Child safety Mass 25 kg
Skid resistance Concrete surface
Durability of load bearing capacity against
― mechanical failure Pass/+R
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Durability of securing, against
― unintended lifting Pass
Durability of skid resistance against
― loss of grip Pass
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Durability of effectiveness Pass
of child safety
characteristics
Dangerous substances NPD
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Figure ZA.1 — Example for CE marking given in the commercial documents, accompanying a manhole
top, made of steel reinforced concrete and secured by mass per unit area

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Bibliography

[1] EN 1253 (all parts), Gullies for buildings

[2] EN 1433, Drainage channels for vehicular and pedestrian areas — Classification, design and testing
requirements, marking and evaluation of conformity

[3] EN ISO 9001, Quality management systems — Requirements (ISO 9001)

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