Educational Articles
Our Problems, Your Concerns : When
You Use The Lift
We all depend on lifts. They are serviced regularly and
tested every year. However, they can break down if ill treated. So, please
use them with care.
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the "Door Open" button to open the lift door. Do not kick
it or force it back as it is closing. |
While
in a lift do not jump about, lean against the lift door, or place
your hands on it. |
Objects
in the door groove will stop the lift from working properly. Remove
them if you see any. |
Do
not wedge the lift door open, or jam the buttons with chewing gum
or match sticks. |
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| Keep
the lift clean and litter free. Do not leave bulky refuse in the lift.
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Keep
the lift dry. It will not work if its mechanism is affected by water
or urine. |
Put
out your cigarette butt in the litter bin before entering the lift.
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Report
any misuse of the lift to the Town Council or the Police. |
If you are trapped in a lift
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not panic. Press the alarm button. |
Do
not try to force the door open. |
Wait
for the rescue team to arrive. |
If you hear a lift alarm sounding, please call the Emergency Maintenance
Services Unit at 2755555. Remember, never use a lift in the event
of a fire.
Automatic Rescue Device (ARD)
The ARD, or Automatic Rescue Device is battery-operated and is installed
in every lift. When there is a power failure, the ARD will bring the lift
to the nearest landing and open the door.
Do not try to force the door open or even lean against it, this will stop
the ARD from working. Be calm and wait. You will be released in no time.
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