דרישות חובה נוספות עבור אוטובוסים בקטגוריות M2, M3 לשנת 2023

State of Israel Ministry of Transport, and Road Safety Department of Motor Vehicles and Maintenance Services Additional Mandatory Requirements For Buses In Categories M 2 , M 3 For the Calendar Year 202 3 Introduction The Israeli Mandatory Requirements for Buses (IMRFB) is a complementary document for importing buses in categories M2, M3 into the State of Israel. The document includes information and requirements for buses in addition to the requirements presented in the Israeli Mandatory Requirements (IMR) for Motor Vehicle published annually by the Ministry of Transport, National Infrastructures and Road Safety (MOT). The IMRFB document is for informational purposes only. Additional requirements may be required by the Public Transport Authority department of the MOT, for buses used for public transportation. The requirements for buses of this document were incorporated in the relevant "Registration Requirements" document. The accredited importer must submit the completed Israeli "Registration Requirements" document signed by the manufacturer and duly witnessed by a notary. To ensure that the vehicle meets the requirements, a visual inspection and comparison with vehicle specifications will be carried out by the MOT. In certain cases and for certain items, the manufacturer will be requested to provide a copy of additional documentation/certification. All certificates and documents required by the IMRFB must be submitted to the MOT in English. The relevant "Registration Requirements" document form can be downloaded from the MOT website at https://www.gov.il/he/departments/policies/imr_rr_m_n_o_2023 . Definitions For the purpose of this document: 'Vehicle' means a vehicle of Categories M2 and M3 as defined in Annex II, Part A, to Directive 70/156/EEC; For vehicles having a capacity exceeding 22 passengers in addition to the driver, there are three classes of vehicles: 'Class I': vehicles constructed with areas for standing passengers, to allow frequent passenger movement; 'Class II': vehicles constructed principally for the carriage of seated passengers, and designed to allow the carriage of standing passengers in the gangway and/or in an area which does not exceed the space provided for two double seats 'Class III' : vehicles constructed exclusively for the carriage of seated passengers. A vehicle may be regarded as belonging in more than one class. In such a case it may be approved for each class to which it corresponds; For vehicles having a capacity not exceeding 22 passengers in addition to the driver, there are two classes of vehicles: 'Class A': vehicles designed to carry standing passengers; a vehicle of this class has seats and shall have provision for standing passengers. 'Class B': vehicles not designed to carry standing passengers; a vehicle of this class has no provision for standing passengers; 'Articulated vehicle' means a vehicle which consists of two or more rigid sections which articulate relative to one another; the passenger compartments of each section intercommunicate so that passengers can move freely between them; the rigid sections are permanently connected so that they can only be separated by an operation involving facilities which are normally only found in a workshop. 'Service door' means a door intended for use by passengers in normal circumstances with the driver seated; 'Double door' means a door affording two, or the equivalent of two, access passages; 'Emergency door' means a door intended for use by passengers as an exit only exceptionally and in particular in an emergency; 'Floor or deck' means that part of the bodywork whose upper surface supports standing passengers, the feet of seated passengers and the driver and any crew member, and may support the seat mountings. 'Low-floor bus' is a vehicle of Class I, II or A in which at least 35% of the area available for standing passengers (or in its forward section in the case of articulated vehicles, or in its lower deck in the case of double-decker vehicles) forms an area without steps and includes access to at least one service door. 'Gangway' means the space providing access by passengers from any seat or row of seats to any other seat or row of seats or to any access passage from or to any service door or intercommunication staircase and any area for standing passengers; it does not include: The space extending 300 mm in front of any seat; except where a sideways-facing seat is situated above a wheel arch, in which case this dimension may be reduced to 225 mm; The space above the surface of any step or staircase, or Any space which affords access solely to one seat or row of seats or a facing pair of transverse seats or row of seats; 'Mass of the vehicle in running order' means the weight of the vehicle with bodywork in running order, or weight of the chassis with cab if the manufacturer does not fit the bodywork (including coolant, oils, fuel, tools, spare wheel and driver) 'Technically permissible maximum laden mass' means the maximum mass of the vehicle based on its construction and performance, stated by the manufacturer. Technical Drawings and Information for the Purpose of Vehicle Registration in Israel For the purpose of vehicle registration in Israel, the following drawings and information must be supplied by the manufacturer: General drawing including: front, rear, right-hand side and left-hand side views, all lights, their functions, color and distances from the ground and the side-wall of the vehicle. Cross-sections drawings: Along the seats on the right-hand side; Along the seats on the left-hand side; Along the width of the vehicle, at the center of the front steps; Along the width of the vehicle, in the center of the back steps; Top view showing all seats (if bus carries standing passengers, add standing areas). The cross-sections must include: Dimensions and angles of seats, distances between seats, seat heights, etc. Luggage racks, ventilation ducts, air-conditioning ducts, hand rails, partitions, etc. Drawing of driver's vertical field of vision, including the height of the lower edge of the windscreen from the ground, driver's eye points and up-, down- and sideward angles of vision. Dimensions of steering wheel and distance of same from front windscreen and from left pillar behind driver, dashboard, windscreen-wiper field, etc. Furthermore, the dimensions detailed in par. 3.6, Figure 4 and Figure 5 should be added. Ground clearance, approach and departure angles (see Par. 3.1.2). Drawing showing deviation of vehicle's rear projecting extremities from path of travel when turning at a radius of 12.5m. Calculation of axle load distribution including: mass of the vehicle in running order, weight of luggage and weight of passengers according to centers of gravity relating to seated groups. In buses designed to carry standing passengers, this detail should be added to the calculation. Calculations shall be made according to the class (see par. 4.5) Notes : The permissible load on each axle shall be in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations applying to the same chassis with the same assemblies and technical specifications, without speed limitation . Calculations must be presented with diagrams showing seating areas, standing areas, luggage racks, etc., and the distance of the center of these areas from one of the axles . For vehicles with air-suspension, a drawing showing the optimal height measurement of the air cushion must be provided. Air conditioner specification (cooling capacity, Btu and hp). Vehicles specifications stating all major assemblies installed in the vehicle , irrespective of whether the specification is standard or according to special order . Technical literature : Driver's manual Maintenance guide . Israeli Unique Requirements Vehicle Specifications and Performance Maximum length of rear overhang: 70% of the wheelbase, but not exceeding 3.6 m, Approach and departure angle of each axle must be at least 8° or 7° in a vehicle with pneumatic suspension (see figure 1). Minimum ground clearance between axles: 4% of wheel-base or 3.3% in a vehicle with pneumatic suspension, but not less than 180 mm (see figure 1). Figure 1 – Approach and departure angle and ground clearance Engine power output shall be increased based on the maximum horsepower required for air conditioning, in addition to the power capacity required by the European regulation. Air Conditioning Air conditioning shall be installed in buses of all classes. The air conditioning system shall enable a permanent supply of fresh outside air, at a minimal rate of 40% of the overall air supply. In case where side windows can be opened, the requirement for fresh-air supply system shall not be obligatory. On vehicles, with the exception of Class I and A, a fixed nozzle shall be provided above every passenger seat (except for the middle seats of the last row) with means for opening, closing and regulating the air flow to the passenger's convenience. The maximum velocity of air at the nozzle outlet shall not exceed 4 m/sec. Permanent openings in the air-conditioning ducts shall be added, producing an air flow of at least 30% of the total air conditioning airflow, in order to ensure the efficiency of air conditioning in the bus even when most nozzles above seats are closed. The output capacity of the air conditioner shall be at least 2000 k.cal./hr for every meter of the overall internal length of the bus, provided that the number of passengers for every 750 mm of the internal length does not exceed 5 passengers. When the number of passengers exceeds the number calculated above, an additional output capacity of 100 k.cal./hr is required for each additional passenger. Vehicle Interior Steps No steps shall be permitted along the gangway. However; For vehicles in Class III steps shall be permitted at the beginning of the gangway, behind the driver's seat. Steps are permitted in front of the back seat row, the provided its height does not exceed 350 mm. The height of the ceiling at this point may be less than in proportions to the step height. For low floor buses in Class I and A, steps shall be allowed behind the rear door (apart from a step in front of the back seat row). Luggage compartments and racks For vehicles in Classes II, III, B a luggage compartment(s) will be installed within the body. The structure of the luggage compartment(s) will be designed to allow luggage transport of 100 kg/m³ with a minimal capacity as follows: Class Minimal Capacity (kg/passenger) II, III 7 The luggage compartment(s) shall be easily accessible for loading and unloading of luggage and shall be lockable. They shall be impermeable to dust and moisture. Note: If rack compartments are installed, the total luggage capacity will be distributed between the racks and luggage compartments. On buses where the luggage compartment door is operated from the drivers cabin, a monitoring system shall be installed which causes a reversal movement of the door during the closing process, if the door presses against an object of 50 mm width at least. Re-closing the luggage compartment door should be controlled by the driver. A light shall be installed in the luggage compartment to illuminate the compartment interior, as well as a tell-tale on the dashboard that warns the driver of an open luggage compartment. Vehicle Exterior Service doors Number of service doors For vehicles having a capacity exceeding 22 passengers, will have at least two service doors For class A and I vehicles there shall be at least one door intended for wheelchair users. Service door access height - Cancelled Bus roof No fixture shall be installed that enables the transport of luggage on the roof. Driver's Compartment The driver's compartment shall be separated by a partition (or by a rail in Class III vehicles). The distance between the inside upper edge of the back of the driver's seat and the outer side of the partition behind, shall be at least 100 mm, when the driver's seat is pushed back to the end of its sliding track in the direction of the partition and the seat back is inclined at 107° from the horizontal. Where a rail is installed behind the driver, its height shall be between 800 and 900 mm and its diameter shall be at least 30 mm. The rail shall be padded with suitable material. For vehicles in class I, II, and A, a rail or partition shall be installed on the right-hand side of the driver's compartment, ensuring an unobstructed field of vision to the right at an angle of at least 60° relative to the driver's eye point. The diameter of the rail or partition width shall be at least 30 mm and its height from the bus floor between 900 - 1000 mm. Driver's Field of Vision Definitions Driver's "Eye-Point" (DEP): a point located in a vertical plane parallel to the vertical symmetry plane of the vehicle and passing through the center of the steering wheel. This point is at a distance of 20 cm in a longitudinal direction from behind the rim of the steering wheel, and at a height of 55 cm above the lower outer rim of the steering wheel (see figure 5). Notes : For steering wheels with a diameter of less than 50 cm, DEP shall be located in accordance with an imaginary steering wheel, having a diameter of 50 cm. For an adjustable steering wheel, checking shall be conducted with the steering wheel at the center of its adjustment range. Horizontal field of vision The vehicle should meet the requirements for horizontal field of vision as required in Regulation ECE 46. Vehicles in category M3 should meet, in addition, the requirements for front Mirror (Class VI) Vertical field of vision The field of vision through the windscreen shall give the driver direct visibility at an angle of at least 8° above the horizontal line passing through DEP in the A and B zones of the horizontal range of the vision circle, and at least 3° in C zone (see figure 4 and 5). The height of the lower edge of the windscreen from the ground (dimension Y) shall not exceed as follows (see figure 5): For vehicles in Classes II, III and B - 160 cm For vehicles in Class I and A - 150 cm The height of the lower edge of the windscreen from the DEP shall enable the driver to see as follows (see figure 5): For vehicles in Classes II, III and B - the tip of a 116 cm height rod (dimension X) across the entire width of the windscreen as the rod moves perpendicular to the ground and to the longitudinal symmetry line of the bus at a distance (dimension Z) not exceeding 70 cm from the original front bumper. It is permissible for the dashboard to conceal the tip of the rod, as far as the concealed movement of the rod (dimension W) does not exceed 150 cm For vehicle in Class I and A - the tip of a 106 cm height rod (dimension X) across the entire width of the windscreen as the rod moves perpendicular to the ground and to the longitudinal symmetry line of the bus at a distance (dimension Z) not exceeding 60 cm from the original front bumper. It is permissible for the dashboard to conceal the tip of the rod, as far as the concealed movement of the rod (dimension W) does not exceed 100 cm Note: While measuring the distance from the original front bumper to the rod external projection such as towing hooks shall not be taken into account Figure 4 – Driver's horizontal field of vision Front mirror (class VI) A class VI mirror shall be installed in accordance with ECE 46-04 paragraph 15.2.4.6 on category M3 busses. Figure 5 – Driver's "Eye-Point" (DEP) Class X (cm) Y (cm) Z (cm) W (cm) α (°) I, A 106 1 5 0 60 100 110 II, III, B 116 1 6 0 70 150 100 Windowpanes in front door Front door, located in C zone of the horizontal field of vision (see figure 4), must contain Windowpanes extended over the whole area door. The windowpane may be divided by a dividing strip into two sections. The dividing strip shall be located below the DEP and it width shall not exceed 200 mm. In case of a bus having up to 22 passenger seats, it is not compulsory to install windowpanes in the lower half-section door. Interior Mirrors A rear-view mirror shall be installed opposite the driver, enabling a clear view of all the passengers inside the bus from the driver's seat. Cancelled In addition to the mirror required in Par. 3 .7.1, excluding vehicles in Class III and Class B, a round mirror of at least 250 mm diameter or a rectangular mirror with its short side at least 150 mm high and area at least 500 cm² shall be installed or other devices for indirect vision (camera-monitors or other devices) . If a service door is situated behind the driver's seat, a round convex mirror of at least 250 mm diameter shall be installed above the door, enabling the driver to see the vicinity of the door and the steps area. The mirror and its components shall be installed firmly and placed where: The line of vision would not be interfered by standing passengers, by luggage or luggage racks. Would not constitute a safety hazard to passengers. For: The most rear door in case of articulated bus, or; The most rear door in case of Classes II and III with an overall length greater than 11 m, or; As an alternative to the convex mirror of par. 3.7.4 in other Classes A monitoring system consist of a camera, above the rear door/doors, and at least 4" monitor screen, in the driver's compartment, shall be installed, enabling the driver to monitor the vicinity of the door/doors area and the steps. Litter Bins Covered litter bins shall be placed for passenger's use, close to the bus service door and in a location protected from accidental damage by service doors and by boarding and alighting passengers. The bins shall have a capacity of at least 10 liters, and be fixed firmly in their position while being easily removable for emptying. Automatic Fire extinguisher Automatic fire extinguishing system should be installed on category M3 busses, not including Class I, that having a capacity exceeding 22 seats in addition to the driver seat, driven by a diesel engine, with engine compartment at the rear. The Automatic fire extinguishing system and the installation of the system should be according to the specifications described in the Israeli Road Traffic Ordinance and Regulations – paragraph 370 Additional requirements Steps The maximum and minimum height, with the kneeling system not activated, and the minimum depth, of steps for passengers at service and emergency doors and within the vehicle shall be as follows: Any transition from a sunken gangway to a seating area shall not be considered to be a step. However, the vertical distance between the gangway surface and the floor of the seating area shall not exceed 350 mm. For the purpose of Chapter 4.1, the height of a step shall be measured at the centre of its width. Furthermore, manufacturers should specifically take account of access by passengers with reduced mobility, particularly in relation to a step height to be kept to a minimum. The height of the first step in relation to the ground shall be measured with the vehicle on level ground, at its mass in running order and the tyre equipment and pressure being as specified by the manufacturer for the technically permissible laden mass. Where there is more than one step, each step may extend into the area of the vertical projection of the next step by up to 100 mm and the projection over the tread below shall leave a free surface of at least 200 mm (Figure 6) with all step nosings being designed such as to minimize the risk of tripping and being in a contrasting colour or colours. The width and shape of every step shall be such that a rectangle as indicated in the table below can be placed on that step with not more than 5% of the area of the appropriate rectangle overhanging the step. At a double doorway each half of the doorway shall fulfil this requirement. All steps shall have a slip-resistance surface. The maximum slope of the step in any direction shall not exceed 5% when the unladen vehicle is standing on a smooth and horizontal surface in its normal condition of travel (in particular any kneeling device shall not be engaged). Gangway The gangway of a vehicle shall be designed and constructed to permit the free passage of a gauging device consisting of two co-axial cylinders with an inverted truncated cone interposed between them. The minimal dimensions of the gangway are shown below in figure 7. Figure 7 – Gangway Minimal dimensions Class A (mm) Class B (mm) Class I (mm) Class II (mm) Class III (mm) A 350 300 (**) 450 350 300 C 550 450 550 550 450 B 500 300 500 500 500 H 1900 (*)/(***) 1500 1900 (*) 1900 (*) 1900 (*) (*) The height of the upper cylinder and herewith the overall height may be reduced by 100 mm in any part of the gangway to the rear of: − a transverse vertical plane situated 1,5 m forward of the centre line of the rear axle (foremost rear axle in the case of vehicles with more than one rear axle), and − a transverse vertical plane situated at the rear edge of the service door or of the rearmost service door if there are more than one service door. - For vehicles with a television set installed at the front, this dimension may be less than 1900 mm, but not less than 1800 mm. (**) For vehicles with a width of less than 2.5 m and a length of up to 10 m, the width of the gangway behind the rear door of the vehicle may be reduced to 400 mm. (***) For Class A low-floor buses a step is permitted at the rear of the gangway. In this case the dimension may be reduced to 1800 mm. Passenger Seats and Space for Seated Passengers Minimum Seat Width The minimum width of the seat cushion, dimension F (see Figure 7), measured from a vertical plane passing through the centre of that seating position, shall be: Class I, II, A, B: 200 mm Class III: 225 mm ( For vehicles 2.35 m in width or less: 200 mm ) The minimum width of the available space for each seating position, Dimension G (see Figure 8) measured from a vertical plane passing through the centre of that seating position at heights between 270 and 650 mm above the uncompressed seat cushion shall be not less than: Individual seats:250 mm Continuous rows of seats for 2 or more passengers: 225 mm (For vehicles 2.35 m in width or less: 200 mm) Figure 8 Dimensions of Passenger Seats For vehicles having a capacity not exceeding 22 passengers, in the case of seats adjacent to the wall of the vehicle, the available space does not include, in its upper part, a triangular area 20 mm wide by 100 mm high (see Figure 8). In addition, the space needed for safety belts and their anchorages and for the sun visor should be considered as exempted. Minimum depth of seat cushion (Dimension K, see Figure 9) The minimum depth of a seat cushion shall be: 350 mm in vehicles of Class I, A and B, and 400 mm in vehicles of Class II and Class III. Height of seat cushion (Dimension H, see Figure 9) The height of the uncompressed seat cushion relative to the floor shall be such that the distance from the floor to a horizontal plane tangential to the front upper surface of the seat cushion is between 400 and 500 mm. this height may however be reduced to not less than 350 mm at the wheel arches and at the engine compartment . Seat spacing (see Figure 10) In the case of seats facing in the same direction, the distance between the front of a seat squab and the back of the squab of the seat proceeding it (Dimension H), shall, when measured horizontally and at all heights above the floor between the level of the top surface of the seat cushion and a Point 620 mm above the floor, not be less than : All measurements shall be taken, with the seat cushion and squab uncompressed, in vertical plane passing through the centerline of the individual seating place. Where transverse seats face one another the minimum distance between the front faces of the seat squabs of facing seats, as measured across the highest points of the seat cushions, shall be not less than 1,300 mm . Measurements shall be taken with reclining passenger seats and adjustable driving seats with their seat backs and other seat adjustments in the normal position of use specified by the manufacturer . Measurements shall be taken with any folding table fitted to a seat back in the folded position. Seats which are mounted on a track or other system which permits the operator or the user to easily vary the interior configuration of the vehicle shall be measured in the normal position of use specified by the manufacturer in the application for the approval . Space for Seated Passengers A minimum clear space in front of each passenger seat shall be provided as shown in Figure 11. The seat-back of another preceding seat or a partition whose contour corresponds approximately to that of the inclined seat back may intrude into this space as provided by Par. 4.2.4. The local presence in this space of seat legs shall also be permitted provided that adequate space remains for the passenger's feet. In the case of seats alongside the driver's seat in vehicles with up to 22 passengers, intrusion of the dashboard, instrument panel, windscreen, sun visor, seat belts and seat belt anchorages shall be allowed. However, at least two in Class I and Class II and one in Class A forward or rearward facing seat(s) specifically intended and marked for passengers with reduced mobility other than wheelchair users shall be provided in that part of the bus which is most suitable for boarding. These seats shall be designed for passengers with reduced mobility so as to provide enough space, shall have suitably designed and placed handholds to facilitate entry and exit of the seat. These seats shall provide at least 110% of the space specified in Par. 4.2.5.1. Free Space Above Seating Positions Over each seating position and, except in the case of the front row seats in a vehicle up to 22 passengers, its associated foot space, there shall be measured a free space with a height of not less than 900 mm measured from the highest point of the uncompressed seat cushion and at least 1,350 mm from the mean level of the floor in the foot space. In the case of a vehicle of class B with a technically permissible maximum mass not exceeding 3.5 t and up to 12 passengers seats in which each seat has unobstructed access to at least two doors, this dimension may be reduced to 1,200 mm measured from the floor. This free space shall extended over the zone defined: By longitudinal vertical planes 200 mm either side of the median vertical plane of the seating position, and; By a transverse vertical plane through the rearmost upper point of the seat back and by a transverse vertical plane 280 mm in front of the foremost point of the uncompressed seat cushion, measured in each case at the median vertical plane of the seating position . From the edges of the free space defined by Par. 4.2.6.1 - 4.2.6.2, the following zones may be excluded: In the case of the upper part of outboard seats, a zone with rectangular cross-section 150 mm in height and 100 mm in width (see Figure 12 ( In the case of the upper part of outboard seats, a zone with a triangular cross-section whose apex is situated 650 mm from the floor and whose base is 100 mm in width (see Figure 13 ( In the case of the footwell of an outboard seat, a zone of a cross-sectional area not exceeding, 0.02 m 2 (0.03 m 2 for Class I low-floor vehicles) and having a maximum width not exceeding 100 mm (150 mm for Class I low-floor vehicles) (see Figure 14 ( In the case of a vehicle for up to 22 passengers, in the case of the seating places nearest to the rear corners of the body, the outer rear edge of the free space, viewed in plan, may be rounded to a radius not exceeding 150 mm (see Figure 15 ( In the free space defined by Par. 4.2.6.1 - 4.2.6.3, the following additional intrusions shall be permitted: Intrusion of the back of another seat, its supports and its attachments (e.g. folding table); In the case of a vehicle for up to 22 passengers, intrusion of a wheel arch provided that one of the following two conditions is fulfilled: The intrusion does not extend beyond the median vertical plane of the seating position (see Figure 16); Or The nearest edge of the area 300 mm in depth available for the feet of the seated passenger is advanced no more than 200 mm from the edge of the uncompressed seat cushion and to not more than 600 mm in front of the squab of the seat, these measurements being made in the median vertical plane of the seating position (see Figure 17). In the case of two seats facing each other this provision shall apply to only one of the seats and the remaining space for the feet of seated passengers must be at least 400 mm In the case of seats alongside the driver's seat in vehicles with up to 22 passenger intrusion of hopper type windows when open and their fittings, of the dashboard instrument panel, windscreen, sun visors, seat belts, seat belt anchorages and front dome. Handrails and Handholds General Requirements Handrails and handholds shall be of adequate strength They shall be so designed and installed as to present no risk of injury to passengers. Handrails and handholds shall be of a section enabling passengers to grasp them easily and firmly. Every handrail shall provide a length of at least 100 mm to accommodate a hand. No dimension of the section shall be smaller than 20 mm or greater than 45 mm except in the case of handrails on doors and seats and, in the case of a vehicle of Class II, III and B, in access passages. In these cases handrails having a minimum dimension of 15 mm shall be permitted provided that one other dimension is of at least 25 mm. Handrails shall not have sharp bends. The clearance between a handrail or handhold and the adjacent part of the vehicle body or walls shall be of at least 40 mm. However, in the case of a handrail on a door or a seat, or in the access passage of a vehicle of Class II, III and B, a minimum clearance of 35 mm shall be permitted . The surface of every handrail, handhold or stanchion shall be colour contrasting and slip resistant. Handrails and Handholds for Standing Passengers Handrails and/or handholds shall be provided in sufficient number. For this purpose, strap hangers, if fitted, may be counted as handholds, provided that they are held in their position by suitable means. This requirement shall be deemed to be fulfilled if, for all possible sites of the testing device shown in Figure 18 hereto, at least two handrails or handholds can be reached by the device's movable arm. The testing device may be freely turned about its vertical axis. When applying the procedure described in Par. 4.3.2.1, only such handrails and handholds shall be considered as are not less than 800 mm and not more than 900 mm above the floor . For every position that can be occupied by a standing passenger, at least one of the two required handrails or handholds shall be not more than 1,500 mm above the level of the floor at that position. This does not apply to an area adjacent to a door where the door or its mechanism in open position would prevent the use of this handhold Areas which can be occupied by standing passengers and are not separated by seats from the side walls or rear wall of the vehicle shall be provided with horizontal handrails parallel to the walls and installed at a height of between 800 mm and 1,500 mm above the floor Handrails and Handholds for Service Doors Door apertures shall be fitted with handrails and/or handholds on each side. In the case of double doors this requirement can be fulfilled by fitting one central stanchion or one central handrail Handrails and/or handholds to be provided for service doors shall be such that they include a grasping point available to a person standing on the ground adjacent to the service door or on any of the successive steps. Such points shall be situated, vertically , between 800 and 1 100 mm above the ground or above the surface of each step, and horizontally : For the position appropriate to a person standing on the ground, not more than 400 mm inwards from the outer edge of the first step; and For the position appropriate to a particular step, not outwards from the outer edge of the step considered, and not more than 600 mm inwards from that same edge . Handrails to Priority Seating A handrail at a height of between 800 mm and 900 mm above the floor level shall be provided between the priority seats and the service door suitable for boarding and alighting. A break is permitted where it is necessary to gain access to a wheelchair space, a seat located at a wheel arch, a staircase, an access passage or a gangway. Any break in the handrail shall not exceed 1,050 mm and a vertical handrail shall be provided on at least one side of the break. Access to Service Doors (see Figure 19) The height of the upper rectangular panel shall be for the relevant class of vehicle and category as prescribed in the table below. As an alternative, a trapezoidal section, having a height of 500 mm, forming the transition between the width of the upper and the lower panel, may be used. In this case, the total height of the rectangular section and this trapezoidal section of the upper panel shall be 1 100 mm for all classes of vehicles with a capacity exceeding 22 passengers, and 950 mm for the classes of vehicle with a capacity not exceeding 22 passengers. Figure 19 Communication with the Driver On vehicles of Class I, II and A, a means shall be provided to enable passengers to signal to the driver that she/he should stop the vehicle. The controls for all such communication devices shall have protruding buttons, in vehicles of Class I and A no more than 1,200mm from the floor, and shall be a contrasting colour or colours. Controls shall be distributed adequately and evenly throughout the vehicle. Activation of the control shall also be indicated to the passengers by means of one or more illuminated signs. The sign shall display the words, for example: 'bus stopping' Strength of Superstructure Strength of Superstructure shall be accomplished according to the regulation ECE R66. Requirements for passengers with reduced mobility Requirements for passengers with reduced mobility will be based on the requirements of the Equal Rights Law Pertaining to Disabled Persons Law 5758 – 1998, the Equal Rights Regulations for Persons with Disabilities (Accessibility Arrangements for Public Transportation Services), 5763 – 2003.