The recommendations in Book n. 32 (edition April 2026) “Recommendations on the operation of passenger ropeways” addresses ropeway operators, manufacturers, inspection bodies, national authorities responsible for ropeways and notified bodies.

This document is to be understood as a continuation of the “Recommendations on the planning and design of ropeway installations” published as OITAF Book 29.

It was drawn up to give operators an overview of the arrangements and measures they need to take for the operation of ropeways. Some of the measures also relate to the owner, the competent authorities and the manufacturers of the ropeway installation.

This Recommendation is not a binding regulation but provides guidance for the parties involved. Its application would be desirable in all countries. National standards as well as requirements specified by public authorities take precedence over this Recommendation.

The Recommendations (Book n. 32) in Italian, English, German and French version can be downloaded under:  Technical recommendations in effect