If you are in charge of managing a multi-storey commercial or residential building, then you must ensure that your lift system is up to date, fully functional and as safe as possible. This is one of the most critical features of your building, after all, and you must expect it to work well in an emergency situation, at all costs. You must check to see that the internal communication system is always online and reliable as part of your plan and may need to consider an upgrade to help you meet national standards.

Better Communication

As you know, the National Broadband Network is now in full flow across Australia, and this has revolutionised the country's communication system. If you haven't already done so, you need to ensure that all your networks and internal devices are compatible and that your lift phones are also in conformity.

What to Focus On

This is a good time for you to look at the infrastructure in your building, to ensure that everything is configured correctly. Remember, there are strict legal requirements within your jurisdiction, and you might need to brush up on the wording.

In an ideal world, your lift systems should be independent of the rest of your building and should function, no matter if there is any mains electricity. Often, this will require a battery backup, and you need to have a look close look at these independent sources well. After all, there's nothing worse than being stuck in-between floors, as this is a pure nightmare situation for most.

Upgrading

To make your job a lot easier, consider upgrading to a 4G lift phone so that you eliminate any reliance on traditional phone line connections. This solution has been designed to work in almost every conceivable event and no matter how unusual the layout of your building.

Boosting

Even though it is rare, your building may be in a poorly served zone, and you need to check the strength of the signal to determine what to do. You might need to get a booster from your mobile supplier to bring everything up to an acceptable standard.

Act Now

Remember, it's your responsibility to ensure ultimate safety within your building and to check your systems to see if you are compliant. Don't wait until an emergency comes along before deciding to take action, but be proactive instead. Talk with your lift maintenance providers as well, so they can confirm if your backup systems are ready to go.