IS EN 81-70:2018 Safety rules for the construction and installation of lifts - Particular applications for passenger and good passenger lifts. Accessibility to lifts for persons including persons with disability

Publication Year

2018

Document Status

Withdrawn

Abstract

Requirements are given for safe and independent access and use of lifts by people, including those with disabilities. Details are provided for minimum car dimensions, car doors and landing doors which have automatic power operated horizontally sliding doors. Technical requirements are given to minimise hazards arising during the operation of lifts. Also covers accessibility issues for persons using wheelchairs. Can be used as guidance for upgrading existing lifts.

Document History

Superseded by IS EN 81-70:2021. Supersedes IS EN 81-70:2013.

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