Escalator Safety for Owners
by Fartash Razmjoo
Featured in Elevator World May 2016 issue
JA Senior Consultant Fartash Razmjoo has a detailed guide published in the May 2016 elevator industry magazine Elevator World. The article provides a detailed overview of on the various daily tasks and responsibilities an escalator owner must keep in mind.
“Injuries occur about 15 times more frequently on escalators than elevators. About 10,000 escalator-related injuries per year result in emergency-room treatment in the U.S. Most of these accidents can be avoided if safety issues are addressed. People who use escalators generally do not recognize the risks and possible dangers associated with these devices, and some escalator service technicians do not consistently adhere to safety protocol. The fact that serious or fatal injuries continue to occur globally underscores the need for diligent implementation of safety measures at all levels.”