How to escape when you are in elevator

How to Escape When You Are Trapped in Elevator Now, elevator accidents around the world are rare, but people feel awkward and helpless when they get trapped inside the lift. Health and Safety Executive figured out in 2010 that 266 people have been injured in lift accidents since 2002 and four were killed. 266 - 2010 2002 There is nothing to be panícked. Instead stay calm and follow these simple steps: Take a deep breath and relax your body If there are multiple people inside the elevator, your panic will make the other people to freak out. Instead, try to calm the peop around you. When the elevator is dark, use your cellphones' flashlight to light up the area. However, do not keep it alight for too long so the entire battery power is drained. Light the flashlight alternatively if there are multiple people and if you are alone switch the flashlight on and off. 5. Light will enable you to see the buttons and get a better sense of the situation 45)6 Press the call button as soon as possible. It will help you to contact a technician who can take you out of this situation. This will alert the maintenance personnel about the elevator problem. CALL This is the fastest and quickest way to get help much better and safer than taking the DIY approach. If there is no response after you press the call button, check your cell phone for reception. SOS Is your phone working? Call the local emergency number from your phone If it is not possible to call the local emergency service number and the call button is not working also, press the alarm button few times. Press the door open button, in case it opens right up. Try the door open and close button several times for a stroke of luck. If nothing works, try to get the attention of the people standing outside the elevator. Bang on the door of the elevator and shout for help. Though, shouting can also help, if it is not effective it is better to stop and wait. People will soon notice that the elevator is not working and take you out in no time. Stay optimistic and will soon be out of this situation. you SUPPLYING QUALITY PARTS DRUCEGROVE +44 (0) 1992 650486 www.drucegrove.com TO THE LIFT INDUSTRY SINCE 1983