Hong Kong orders safety review of lift doors following discovery of missing components
Hong Kong authorities have mandated that all lift contractors inspect landing doors installed in the last decade. This follows an investigation that uncovered missing fire-safety components in 80 buildings linked to contractor Taizoom Elevator.
The Electrical and Mechanical Services Department (EMSD) in Hong Kong has issued a formal directive requiring all registered lift contractors to conduct a comprehensive review of landing doors installed within the past 10 years. This regulatory action was triggered by a government investigation into the lift contractor Taizoom Elevator, which revealed what officials described as "serious deficiencies" regarding fire-safety standards.
According to the EMSD, the investigation identified missing fire-safety components in lifts across 78 private residential buildings and two public housing estates. The department’s director issued the order on Saturday, mandating that contractors verify the design and construction of all doors installed during the specified timeframe to ensure they meet mandatory safety requirements. While the initial discovery was centered on the work performed by Taizoom Elevator, the government has expanded the scope of the inspection to include all contractors operating in the city to prevent further safety lapses. The government has not yet released a full list of the affected buildings, but the directive signals a heightened focus on oversight for vertical transportation infrastructure in the region.
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"serious deficiencies"
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- ·Lack of comment or explanation from the contractor, Taizoom Elevator.
- ·No information regarding the specific timeline for when the safety reviews must be completed.
- ·No details on whether the missing components pose an immediate threat to residents.
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