LIFT MAINTENANCE OUTCOME GUIDEBOOK - Version 1-2 - Practical maintenance outcomes expected from proper lift maintenance

Oct 23, 2026

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LIFT MAINTENANCE OUTCOME GUIDEBOOK (Version 1.2, October 2025) sets out practical maintenance outcomes required for lifts under Singapore’s Building Control (Fixed Installations) Regulation 2025, specifically Part 2 – Division 1 of the Fourth Schedule. It explains checks and prevention expectations across door controls, door protective devices, lift car and landing doors, emergency alarm and related safety functions. It also includes a disclaimer that the guide is not a legal interpretation and should not replace independent legal and technical advice, with copyright and important notice terms.

LanguageEnglish

CategoryHealthcare

FormatPDF

Pages53

Reading Time2 h 14 min

AccessFree to download

Introduction

Disclaimer

Door open control

Door protective devices

Lift doors

LIFT MAINTENANCE OUTCOME GUIDEBOOK Version 1.2 October 2025 INTRODUCTION The goal of this guidebook is to provide the reader with a clearer understanding of the lift maintenance requirements specified in Part 2 – Division 1 of the Fourth Schedule of the Building Control (Fixed Installations) Regulation 2025. For the Lift Maintenance Outcome Guidebook, BCA would like to thank the Singapore Lift & Escalator Contractors & Manufacturers Association (SLECMA) for their contributions. DISCLAIMER This guide has been prepared by the Building and Construction Authority (BCA) to provide practical information on the various maintenance outcomes expected from proper lift maintenance only. This guidebook is not intended to be: • a legal interpretation of provisions in the Acts or Regulations; and/or • a substitute for independent legal and technical advice. Readers should seek professional legal advice if they need to determine specific legal rights and duties applicable to them. The Commissioner of Building Control, BCA or any agency stated in this guide is not responsible for any inaccurate and/or incomplete information in this guide. COPYRIGHT The contents of this guide are protected by copyright and other forms of proprietary rights owned by, licensed to or controlled by BCA. All rights, title and interest in the contents are owned by, licensed to or controlled by BCA and shall not be reproduced, republished, uploaded, posted, transmitted or otherwise distributed in any way, without the prior written permission of BCA. Modification of any of the contents or use of the contents for any other purpose will be a violation of BCA's copyright and other intellectual property rights. Any reference herein to any specific commercial products, process, or service by trade name, trademark, manufacturer, or otherwise, does not constitute or imply BCA’s endorsement or recommendation. Important Notice: Readers must not rely on this guide for legal advice. Table of contents 1. Door open control 2. Door protective devices 3. Lift car door and lift landing door 4. Lift car emergency alarm 5. Lift car intercom 6. Lighting and ventilation fan 7. Emergency power supply for lift car 8. Emergency lighting and ventilation fan 9. Movement of lift car 10. Housekeeping of lift 11. Lift machine and drive 12. Brakes of lift machine and drive 13. Direct current machine 14. Overspeed governor 15. Main ropes and compensation ropes 16. Compensation rope and compensation rope sheave tie-down and tensioning 17. Buffer 18. Controller and electrical system 19. Guide shoes or rollers of lift car and counterweight 20. Guide rail for lift car and counterweight 21. Safety gear 22. All lift parts 23. Stopping or level accuracy 1. Door open control Check Ensure that when the door open button in the stationary lift car is pressed, the lift doors must reopen and stay open. Door open button check- lift car 2. Door protective devices Check Ensure that upon activation of any door protective devices and sensors (e.g. lift curtain, door safety edge) , the doors must reopen. Light curtain Door safety edge Prevent Faulty door protective devices and sensors could potentially hurt lift users if the doors do not reopen upon activation. Faulty door protective device 3. Lift doors Check Lift Landing Door Check that the gap at lift landing doorway, the clearance between lift landing door panels and uprights, lintels or sills must not be more than 10 mm. Landing door Check Lift Car Door Check that the clearance between lift car door panels and uprights, lintels or sills must not be more than 10 mm. The gap at lift car doorway must not be more than 12 mm. Measured gap size must be ≤ 10 mm Car door Check Make sure that when an obstruction of more than 25 mm* is placed at the car door sill level, with the landing doors in closed position, the lift must not move. > 25 mm

FAQs

What is the purpose of the Lift Maintenance Outcome Guidebook?

It provides practical information to understand the lift maintenance requirements and the maintenance outcomes expected from proper lift maintenance under the specified regulation schedule.

Does the guide provide legal advice?

No. It states it is not a legal interpretation of the Acts or Regulations and must not be relied on for legal advice; readers should seek independent legal and technical advice if needed.

What outcome is required when the door open button is pressed?

When the door open button in a stationary lift car is pressed, the lift doors must reopen and stay open.

Oct 23, 2026

Uploaded by jay