The 2021 update introduced several critical technical adjustments to align Hong Kong standards with modern international benchmarks:
Covers lifts used specifically on construction sites for workers and materials.
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The is the primary technical standard for lift and escalator installations in Hong Kong . Approved by the Electrical and Mechanical Services Department (EMSD) , this edition came into full effect on October 1, 2022 , officially replacing the 2019 version. Access and Downloads
Updates include revised requirements for escalator safety components and adjusted dimensions for building works to accommodate modern lift designs.