SAFed releases updated guidelines

摘要

SAFed has updated its advisory document on the supplementary tests of in-service lifts after consultation with various parties within the sector. The revised Issue Four document will provide safety guidance and serves as best practice in respect of supplementary testing in support of thorough examinations. The comprehensive review of the last issued document, dated 2009, is a major re-write, overseen by Vince Sharpe representing SAFed and Nick Mellor from Lift & Escalator Industry Association (LEIA). Society member and former BES professional sector Chair Vince said: "The document needed to be reviewed to reflect changes in regulations and build standards, while also considering the safety and technological progress of lift equipment.