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Riding an elevator is one of the safest means of transportation available if the elevator is used correctly. However, if used incorrectly, there are some risks that can lead to accidents. For children, a common type of accident is getting fingers caught in the elevator doors. For adults, falls and crushing accidents are the most common. To avoid accidents […]

The elevator is a safe means of transportation that contributes to a higher standard of living for many people every day. However, sometimes situations arise where someone needs help. In such cases, it is vital to know that a rescue and evacuation situation should only be handled by authorized personnel who have undergone education and practical training. When someone needs help in an elevator: In […]

Every year, elevator accidents occur. Many people believe that the responsibility for elevator safety lies with the inspection body or service company. Service and maintenance can be outsourced, but never the responsibility. It is the owner who is responsible for safety. If you are on the board of a BRF or are a property owner, the responsibility rests with you. Are you unsure whether […]

The Swedish National Board of Housing, Building and Planning annually monitors inspection statistics for motor-driven devices that are subject to inspection requirements according to the Swedish National Board of Housing, Building and Planning's regulations and general advice (2011:12) on lifts and certain other motor-driven devices. The 2022 inspection statistics showed that the proportion of motor-driven devices that had some form of deficiency during the recurring inspection is at an unchanged level compared to the previous […]