Elevator Industry Fundamentals

Introduction to Elevating Devices is a module designed to provide a general understanding of the Elevating Industry. After completing this module, participants will have the basic knowledge of different types of elevating devices covered in the industry, an understanding of the different codes, acts & regulations in the elevating device industry, along with basic terminology and function of principal components.

This course is led by an industry experts, using an online virtual methodology. You will have access to the materials through an online learning management system.

The Traction Elevator module is designed to give participants an overall understanding of how a traction elevator works, the terminology, principal components & codes that are related to traction elevators.

This course is led by a traction elevator expert, using an online virtual methodology. You will have access to the materials through an online learning management system.

The Hydraulic Elevator course is designed to give participants an overall understanding of how a hydraulic elevator works, including terminology, key components, and codes related to Hydraulic Elevators.

This course focuses on an orientation for non-technicians such as property management, functional managers, administration, sales and account managers, customer service, and other industry professionals.

The Escalator and Moving Walks course is designed to give participants an overall understanding of how an escalator and moving walk works, a general knowledge of the terminology of components and their primary function, along with a sense of what codes apply to these devices.

Participants will also be taught the required daily inspection procedures that are mandated by the Technical Standards & Safety Authority.

Maintenance: This will give the participant an understanding of what maintenance is, why it is required, an understanding of mandatory maintenance control programs, and basic training for facility managers on their current equipment.

Modernization: This will give the participant a basic understanding of what is a modernization, code requirements when performing a modernization, a basic knowledge of the planning process, targeted areas of modernization, and the benefits and reasons to perform a modernization.

The Elevator Industry Fundamental program consists of 5 modules covering the basics of the Elevating Device Industry. The modules are designed for individuals without prior elevating industry experience, or those needing an update on current industry standards. Our program targets Administrative and Financial Staff, Office and Account Managers, Sales Representatives, Project Coordinators, and Facility Managers.

After completing these modules, participants will gain a basic understanding of Traction Elevators, Hydraulic Elevators, Escalators, Moving Walks, Maintenance, Modernization and Alterations.