China's GB/T 42380-2025 Technical Specification for Elevator Emergency Rescue Published, Implemented June 1, 2026
GB/T 42380-2025 applies to the emergency rescue of all in-use passenger and goods elevators. Key contents include:
1) Specified basic principles and safety requirements for elevator emergency rescue;
2) Clarified the standard process and operation specifications for elevator trapped passenger rescue;
3) Formulated technical solutions for emergency rescue under different fault types;
4) Standardized the qualification and training requirements for emergency rescue personnel;
5) Clarified the division of responsibilities between elevator user units, maintenance units, and rescue agencies;
6) Specified the configuration and maintenance requirements for emergency rescue equipment.
The implementation of this standard will effectively improve the standardization and professional level of elevator emergency rescue in China and reduce the risk of injury from elevator trapped accidents.