ONTARIO SEEKS INPUT TO IMPROVE ELEVATOR SAFETY, AVAILABILITY

In an effort to ensure elevators are well-maintained and meet updated safety requirements, the government of Ontario, Canada, is seeking public input on proposed regulatory changes to the Technical Standards and Safety Act, 2000. The government is working with the independent administrative body Technical Standards and Safety Authority to solicit input online through August 4. Ontario Minister of Government and Consumer Services Lisa Thompson says the ministry “wants to ensure all Ontarians have a voice in helping us create stronger rules to protect them.” There are approximately 58,700 elevators in Ontario, of which nearly 20,000 are in residential buildings. The agencies say they also want to help consumers, including those with accessibility needs, make more informed choices as homebuyers and renters.