Equipping fire rescue teams with the knowledge to safely handle elevator emergencies while protecting equipment.
Complete these modules to understand proper elevator emergency response
Safe procedures for rescuing trapped passengers without damaging equipment or causing injury.
Proper procedures for safely disconnecting elevator power during emergencies.
Using Phase I and Phase II fire service controls correctly.
Safely opening elevator doors without causing damage to the system.
Common mistakes that damage equipment and can cause injuries.
Situations that require professional elevator technician assistance.
Downloadable PDFs for your station or apparatus
Step-by-step procedures for common elevator emergencies
When passengers are trapped but in no immediate danger:
When a passenger requires immediate medical attention:
Standard fire response with elevator operations:
Building-wide power failure with trapped passengers:
Complete all training modules and take the assessment to receive your official BROUSS Elevator Emergency Response certification. Perfect for department records and continuing education.