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Elevator Periodic Inspection

RoyalCert’s Elevator Periodic Inspection service ensures elevator safety and compliance through regular inspections by certified experts. Elevator inspections are equally essential to guarantee the safe and reliable operation of escalators in public, commercial and industrial facilities.

Purpose of Elevator Periodic Inspections

The primary objective of elevator and escalator periodic inspections is to eliminate operational risks and ensure the highest level of passenger safety. These technical audits go beyond routine maintenance, providing an unbiased assessment of the equipment’s structural and mechanical integrity.

What is
Elevator Periodic Inspection?

Elevator periodic inspection is a mandatory technical safety procedure designed to ensure that lifting systems in residential, commercial, or industrial buildings operate reliably and in full compliance with international safety standards. These inspections are not merely a legal formality; they are a vital shield against potential accidents, protecting both the passengers and the building management’s liability.

What Does the Inspection Cover?

A comprehensive periodic inspection covers every technical detail of the lifting unit. During the process, certified inspectors typically evaluate:

Machine Room & Control Panels: Checking the motor, drive sheave, and electrical circuits for overheating or wear.
Safety Gear & Governors: Testing the overspeed governor and safety gear to ensure the cabin stops securely in an emergency.
Ropes and Chains: Inspecting the suspension ropes for any signs of fraying, corrosion, or tension imbalance.
Cabin and Doors: Ensuring that landing doors and car doors have functional interlocking systems and emergency sensors.
Pit and Buffer Systems: Verifying that the bottom of the hoistway is clean, dry, and equipped with functional buffers to absorb impact.

The goal is to identify potential hazards and ensure compliance with regulations such as EN 81 standards and relevant local legal frameworks.