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Building managers should
properly prepare elevators for a hurricane emergency.
Before the Storm
Clear out gutters, drains and downspouts to prevent an accumulation of
rain water that may cascade to the floors below and find its way into
the elevator shafts, causing electrical shortages and a shutdown.
Park the elevator car at the top floor so that if an upper floor is
flooded, the water will not fall on top of the car and damage its
operating panel, door operator, electrical devices and wiring.
Pull the disconnect switches in the machine room and close and lock
the door to prevent the elevator from operating during a hurricane.
During the Storm
Elevators should not function during a hurricane emergency. Water may
damage the machinery and passengers can become trapped in the cars.
Telephones may be inoperative and elevator mechanics may be unable to
handle emergencies due to flooded and unsafe roads.
After the Storm
Once the hurricane is over, check the elevator machine room, all
electrical equipment, hoist ways and pits before starting the
elevators.
If water has affected any of these areas, have the equipment inspected
before placing the elevators back in service.
Taking these precautions may prevent long elevator shutdowns,
unnecessary repair expenses, inconvenience and personal injury.
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