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Is the elevator responsible for the fall?

Elevator falling is a very serious accident, and the person in charge of elevator safety and maintenance should bear certain responsibilities. Due to the differences in national and regional laws, regulations and contract agreements, the attribution of specific responsibilities may be different. The following are the general principles of responsibility allocation:

1. Equipment manufacturer: Elevator manufacturers should abide by relevant safety standards and regulations when designing, manufacturing and installing elevators. If the elevator falls due to manufacturing defects or design problems, the manufacturer may bear certain responsibilities.

2. Maintenance Company: Maintenance of elevator is the key to ensure its normal operation and safety. The maintenance company is responsible for regular inspection, maintenance and repair of the elevator according to the specified maintenance cycle and standards. If the elevator falls due to the negligence or mistake of the maintenance company, the maintenance company may have to bear certain responsibilities.

3. Property management: the property management responsible for managing and operating the elevator should also bear certain responsibilities. They should ensure that the elevators meet the relevant safety standards and carry out maintenance and inspection as required. If the elevator fall is caused by the negligence or illegal operation of the management, the property management may bear certain responsibilities.

4. Regulatory authorities: The government or relevant regulatory agencies are responsible for the supervision and management of elevator safety. If the elevator fall is caused by the negligence or inaction of the regulatory authorities, the regulatory authorities may have to bear certain responsibilities.