more-inPrivate individuals or agencies will be able to test and certify the safety of elevators in the Capital, with the Delhi government amending the rules that govern the operation of lifts in the city. The Delhi Government’s Labour Department has notified an amendment to the Delhi Lift Rules, 1942, which will allow people to apply for authorisation to test elevators. Required degreeThe Delhi Lift Rules, 2017, notified on June 5, say that the government can authorise those who fulfil three conditions to test elevators. The Labour Department could also revoke authorisation if need be, the notification stated. Also, all buildings that have elevators must have the lifts’ safety verified annually,Shortage of staffAccording to sources, the amendment will allow the Labour Department to get around a shortage of staff.

Source: The Hindu June 13, 2017 20:14 UTC