The 2021 edition focuses on harmonizing local safety regulations with modern global engineering practices: Adoption of EN115-1:2017
, which now reflects the latest European standards for escalators, adjusted for local Hong Kong requirements. Enhanced Safety Measures Anti-climb Measures The 2021 edition focuses on harmonizing local safety
: New requirements for acknowledgement lights in lifts for persons with disabilities, which must blink to notify users that an emergency call is active. Code of Practice (805) - EMSD The 2021 edition focuses on harmonizing local safety
Following global incidents, the 2021 edition reduces the permissible gap between escalator steps and side skirts. This minimizes the risk of entrapment (especially for children and those wearing soft shoes). The 2021 edition focuses on harmonizing local safety