, which now reflects the latest European standards for escalators, adjusted for local Hong Kong requirements. Enhanced Safety Measures Anti-climb Measures
Imagine you are designing a 40-storey residential tower. Using the , you would: , which now reflects the latest European standards
Periodic brake tests are mandated at intervals not exceeding Aged Lifts: , which now reflects the latest European standards
Accessing the official PDF of the 2021 Design Code is straightforward. The EMSD has made it available for purchase, with relevant information and links on its official website: , which now reflects the latest European standards
The —often referred to as the "Design Code"—is issued by the Director of Electrical and Mechanical Services in Hong Kong under the Lifts and Escalators Ordinance (Chapter 618) .
One of the most critical updates concerns the prevention of shearing incidents when lift doors are closing.