Elevator Safety Tips for Children and Seniors

Elevator Safety Tips matter more than people think, since daily habits protect your family members, especially children and seniors. In this article we walk through the most important daily safety tips.

Elevator Safety Tips: For Children

Don’t leave a child using the elevator alone without adult supervision. Teach them to stand away from the doors while in motion, and never to play or push inside the cabin.

For Seniors

Make sure the entry and exit path is clear, so they don’t trip if there’s a slight mismatch in level, and use the side handrails if available.

For Everyone

Don’t overload the elevator beyond the maximum load stated inside the cabin. Don’t attempt to exit or enter after the door alarm has started. If it stops unexpectedly, stay calm and use the emergency alarm button if available, and never try to open the door yourself.

Elevator Maintenance

Organized regular maintenance is the best way to catch faults before they happen. Check out our article on when an elevator needs maintenance to learn the warning signs, or check our elevator maintenance and upgrade services.

If you notice anything unusual with your elevator’s performance, don’t hesitate to contact a specialist technician immediately.