Code Of Practice On The Design And Construction Of Lifts And Escalators -2021 Edition- Pdf [extra Quality]
The Electrical and Mechanical Services Department (EMSD) 2021 edition of the Code of Practice on the Design and Construction of Lifts and Escalators, effective October 1, 2022, updates safety standards to align with international benchmarks like EN115-1:2017. It introduces mandatory requirements for enhanced escalator safety and strict modernization standards for aged lifts, serving as a critical guide for compliance with the Lifts and Escalators Ordinance (Cap. 618). Access the full document and related resources via the EMSD. Code of Practice (805)
- Emergency Stop: Lifts and escalators should be equipped with an emergency stop device.
- Safety Gears: Lifts should be equipped with safety gears to prevent free fall in case of a failure.
- Braking Systems: Escalators and moving walks should be equipped with braking systems to control speed and prevent accidents.
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