4. Definitions

Escalator (figure 1 )

Continuously moving, mechanically driven installation, comprising a series of endless steps, designed to transport people in an upward or downward direction.

Definition according to NF EN 115-1 of July 19, 2017 (chapter 3 Terms and definitions, symbols and abbreviations; paragraph 3-1 Terms and definitions).

3.1.9 Escalator

Continuously moving, motor-driven inclined staircase for raising or lowering people, in which the transport surface (e.g. steps) remains horizontal.
Moving sidewalk; passenger conveyor (figures 2 and

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Standards and norms

Règles de sécurité pour la construction et l'installation des escaliers mécaniques et trottoirs roulants - EN 115 - juillet 1995
"Escalator and moving walkway safety – Part 1: Construction and installation and its two amendments - EN 115-1 - octobre 2008 (ancienne version au 1 juillet 1995)
Amendement 1 à la norme NF EN 115 de juillet 1995 - EN 115/A1 - août 1998
Amendement 2 - EN 115/A2 - décembre...

International norms and standards

Standards are not compulsory, but they do contain essential tools, in particular harmonized standards for defining the standards applicable to meeting the essential requirements defined by directives.

Safety requirements for escalators and moving walks – Part 1: Essential safety requirements - ISO/TS 25740-1:2011 - Août 2011
Machine safety – Electrical equipment for machines...