According to official EMSD Circular No. 1/2022 , the primary changes in the 2021 standard involved Section E. This update formally adjusted local regulations to the specification. It institutes precise dimensional limits on balustrades, handrail tracks, and comb-plate mesh depth to eliminate personal injury and clothing entrapment hazards. 2. Enhanced Fall Prevention and Spatial Safety
The Code is available in both English and Chinese versions. Note that these are the official Gazette Notice documents, which contain the full text of the Code: According to official EMSD Circular No
A major update in this edition is the integration of the latest international safety standard EN 115-1:2017 for escalators, which has been adjusted for local requirements. Note that these are the official Gazette Notice
However, the related , which focuses on maintenance and installation procedures, is available for download at EMSD : Code of Practice . Report: Summary of the 2021 Design Code 1. Purpose and Scope Purpose and Scope For engineers
For engineers, contractors, building owners, and the general public, understanding and complying with this Code is not merely a legal obligation—it is a shared commitment to the safety and well‑being of everyone who uses lifts and escalators every day.