✓ DO’S
Stay calm and breathe slowly—Elevators, escalators, lifts have ventilation systems, so you will not run out of air.
Press the emergency button — contact building security or an engineer using the intercom, alarm button, or built-in phone near the Elevators, escalators, lifts.
Use your mobile phone – Call building management or emergency services if you have a signal. Share your exact building address and lift ID if known.
Move to the rear – Stand near the back walls, away from the doors, to give rescue teams space when they arrive.
Sit down if you feel tired – Conserve your energy, especially if rescue might take some time.
Reassure others – Keep calm and talk to anyone else who is trapped with you.
✕ DON’TS
Don’t panic or jump – Jumping or shaking the car can trigger safety locks or damage the stabilizing systems.
Don’t pry open the doors – Forcing the doors open can cause you to fall out or get crushed if the lift starts moving unexpectedly.
Don’t try to climb out – Never attempt to crawl or exit through the roof hatch or gaps between floors.
Don’t press random buttons – Repeatedly hitting floor buttons will not restart the lift and can waste your phone or battery power.
Don’t light matches or lighters – Keep open flames away, as they consume oxygen and create fire risks.