Safety Measures for Elevators and Escalators
Attention to the following safety measures is essential for ensuring safety while using elevators and escalators. These guidelines will help you make informed decisions during emergencies to protect yourself and your loved ones.
Safety Measures for Elevators
Key Points to Remember:
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Level Entry: When you enter the elevator, ensure that the floor of the elevator is at the same level as the floor you are standing on.
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Stay Clear of Doors: After entering, move away from the doors to prevent your clothes or belongings from getting caught.
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Secure Children and Pets: Always hug your children and pets when entering or exiting the elevator for added safety.
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Door Operations: If you need to leave the cabin door open, press the door open button or ask someone else to do it. Never attempt to use your hand to force open a door that is closing automatically.
Actions During Emergencies
Safety Measures for Elevators Out of Service:
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Communicate: Contact the people inside the cabin. Ensure that if there is a STOP switch inside the cab, no one has accidentally activated this switch. Additionally, reassure those inside that help is on its way.
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Notify the Service Company: Contact your elevator service company and explain the problem that you are facing.
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Reassure Passengers: Continue to communicate with those who are stuck inside the elevator car. Remind them that there is no danger and that they need to stay in the cabin until help arrives.
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Do Not Force Doors Open: Wait for help instead of attempting to open the elevator doors or the doors above the cabin.
Safety Measures During Fires:
- Elevators should never be used during a fire, except by firefighters or specialists. Instead, the building’s stairs should be used as the exit path.
During Earthquakes:
Inside the Cabin:
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Stay Calm: If the elevator stops between floors, keep calm; there is enough air in the cabin until help reaches you.
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Use Emergency Communication: Use the alarm, help button, or intercom to signal for assistance.
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Do Not Exit: Do not attempt to get out of the elevator that has stopped in an unusual place; instead, wait for qualified personnel to assist you.
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Emergency Power Systems: Do not worry about power failures; all elevators have emergency power systems.
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Safety Measures for Using Escalators:
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Check Direction: Before boarding, check the direction of the escalator to ensure safe entry.
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Hold Children: If you have a child, hold their arm or hand securely for their safety.
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Use the Handrail: Use one hand to hold the handrail while carrying small packages with the other.
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Do Not Go Against Movement: Never move against the escalator’s direction for your safety.
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Avoid Transporting Items: Do not attempt to move wheelchairs, bicycles, prams, or any similar objects on an escalator.
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Keep Clothing Clear: When riding an escalator, keep your loose clothing away from the escalator sides to prevent accidents.
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Footwear: Only wear shoes made of stiff materials on escalators; avoid soft plastic shoes for safety.
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Face Forward: When using an escalator, stand facing forward and hold the handrail tightly for balance.
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No Sliding or Climbing: Do not use escalator handrails for sliding or climbing to ensure safety.
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Supervise Children: Do not allow children to sit on the stairs or stand near the edge of the stairs for their protection.
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Exit Promptly: When exiting the escalator, get off immediately without hesitation to avoid accidents.
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Watch Your Step: When exiting, ensure that you are far from the surface where the escalator ends and take care not to slip.
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Move Away: After getting off the escalator, immediately move away from the exit area and do not stop to talk or look around, as other passengers might be behind you, which could result in a collision.
By following these safety measures, you can help ensure a safer experience while using elevators and escalators.
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