Passenger lifts are a vital part of modern buildings, enabling smooth and accessible movement for people of all ages and abilities. However, their continuous and unsupervised use highlights the importance of adhering to safety standards to protect both users and...
Navigating the labyrinth of health and safety regulations can be as daunting as it is essential. For commercial building owners and those overseeing compliance, understanding and adhering to the rigorous standards set by the Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment...
There are thirteen safety rules in this article. Most buildings comply with eight of them routinely. The other five are where enforcement action actually happens. I’m Ross Darcy, Operations Manager at Future Lift Services. We hold CHAS, SMAS WorkSafe and...
Elevators malfunction at least four times a year on average, according to data from a smart lift technology expert, and each malfunction takes an average of four hours to fix. Across the UK’s approximately 300,000 lifts, that adds up to a significant volume of...
