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INTRODUCTION
It is recommended that any evacuation of passengers from
elevator cars be performed under the direct supervision of elevator
personnel, as their experience and expertise ensure the
resourcefulness necessary to cope with the various complex hazards
that may arise. However, in the event of an emergency, time may be
of the essence in evacuating passengers, and waiting for elevator
personnel may be impractical. Under emergency conditions, the
passenger evacuation must be performed by personnel who are
carefully selected and trained as described in this Guide.
Elevator personnel should also follow these procedures. However,
due to their knowledge of elevator systems, they may utilize other
procedures to safely evacuate passengers (e.g., move the car to a
landing to allow egress through the elevator door).