Lift safety legislation

Description

Local legislation on lift safety mechanisms, loading limits, speed limits and installation procedures.

Alternative labels

lift safety regulations
lift safety rules
local lift safety laws
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lift safety, local legislation
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lift safety laws
safety legislation regarding lifts
local legislation, lift safety
local lift safety regulations

Skill type

knowledge

Skill reusability level

cross-sector

Relationships with occupations

Essential knowledge

Lift safety legislation is an essential knowledge of the following occupations:

Lift installation supervisor: Lift installation supervisor monitor the installation of lifts. They keep an overview of the proceedings, assign tasks, and take quick decisions to resolve problems.
Lift engineer: Lift engineers set lifts into a prepared framed hoistway. They install support assembly, set up the lift pump or motor, piston or cable, and mechanism. Lift engineers connect the necessary electronic elements to complete the installation and connection of the lift cabin. They also perform the necessary steps to inspect and repair lifts, as well as the shaft and any associated electronics. Lift engineers make sure every inspection and report action is noted in a log book, and report to the client on the state of the serviced lift.

Optional knowledge

Lift safety legislation is optional for these occupations. This means knowing this knowledge may be an asset for career advancement if you are in one of these occupations.

 


 

References

  1. Lift safety legislation – ESCO

 

Last updated on September 20, 2022