Department of Consumer & Regulatory Affairs: Elevator Tips
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Elevator Safety Tips

Read the following elevator safety tips:

When you approach the elevator:
  • Know your destination.
  • Push the elevator button for the floor you want.
  • Stand aside for exiting passengers.
  • Wait for the next car if the elevator is full.
  • Take the stairs if there is a fire.
  • Don't try to stop a closing door. Wait for the next elevator.
When you enter and leave the elevator:
  • Enter and exit carefully. 
  • Step up or down if the elevator floor and hall floor are not level.
  • Hold children and pets firmly.
  • Stand clear of the doors—keep clothes and carry-ons away from the opening.
  • Push and hold the DOOR OPEN button if doors need to be held open, or ask someone to push the button for you.
When riding on the elevator:
  • Stand next to the elevator wall.
  • Hold the handrail, if available.
  • Pay attention to the floor indications.
  • If the doors do not open when the elevator stops, push the DOOR OPEN button.