If you take the escalator with your suitcase if you misplace it on the first step, you may fall down! Don’t memorize the life-saving tips for going up and down

Pushing a suitcase on an escalator may seem convenient, but it is actually dangerous. The suitcases are placed in different positions when going up and down. If you put them in the wrong direction or let go of your hands, it may cause slipping or chain collision accidents. Only by mastering the principle of "walking ahead when going up and walking behind when going down" and developing the habit of holding handrails can you ride safely.

Push your suitcase onto the escalator Remember the mantra "Put it before when going up, and put it behind when going down" {9 99}

At MRT stations, stations, and airports, we often see many people dragging suitcases up and down the escalators. Although officials have been advocating that carrying large luggage, trolleys, strollers, and wheelchairs, you should take the elevator instead of the escalator. People may not push strollers or wheelchairs with people on them up the escalator. However, because elevators often have long queues and many people have different definitions of luggage size, we often see pedestrians pushing suitcases up and down the escalator.

Dragging suitcases on the escalator actually hides potential dangers, because the escalator is a mobile device that tilts at a certain angle. When a person stands on it, the center of gravity will move due to the change in direction. If the baggage is placed in the wrong position, gravity and inertia may cause the baggage to slide, hitting others or causing you to lose balance, leading to a fatal accident such as a chain fall.

If you have to push your suitcase onto the escalator, be sure to pay attention to where the suitcase is placed and where the person is standing. The "Taoyuan Metro" Facebook fan page video reminds that when going up the escalator (going up), the body's center of gravity will tilt slightly backward. If the luggage is placed behind you, it may slide down and hit the passengers behind you, causing danger. Therefore, it should be placed in the front. If the luggage shakes, you can immediately stabilize it with your hands or body to avoid slipping. The situation is exactly the opposite when going down (going down), because gravity will naturally cause the luggage to rush forward. If it is placed in the front, once it slides, it is likely to directly hit the passenger in front; it should be placed in the rear, so that once it slides, the luggage will move closer to you, making it easier to control.

The simple notation is: "Put it in front when going up, and put it in the back when going down." Placing it in accordance with the direction of gravity can greatly reduce the risk of accidents.

． The correct way to put your luggage when going up the escalator: Place your luggage one step in front of you, hold the handrail with one hand, and pull the luggage with the other.

． The correct way to put it when going down the escalator: put it one step behind you, or if you are worried, you can put it next to you and hold it firmly, and hold the handrail with the other hand

What should you do if you see other people's luggage dumped?

When someone else’s luggage is dumped, many people will instinctively bend down to pick it up. This is actually a dangerous behavior. Protect yourself first, and then help others. This is the correct principle.

Therefore, you should first stabilize yourself and hold on to the handrails. Don't rush to pick up your luggage, make sure you don't fall down first. Then verbally remind the surrounding passengers that "the luggage has been dropped" to make everyone more alert.

If your luggage is stuck on the stairs or is in danger, you can press the red "Emergency Stop" button on both sides of the escalator entrance or exit.

If your luggage is too heavy or stuck, you should notify on-site staff to assist in handling it.

Develop the habit of holding handrails. 3 principles for safe use of escalators

There is another problem. Modern people use their mobile phones all the time. Many people are used to swiping their mobile phones with one hand and carrying luggage with the other when riding the escalator. This is also a very common dangerous behavior. When riding an escalator, you must develop the habit of holding the handrails and hold your luggage firmly. Never let go of your hands while sliding your phone. Because on the escalator, the only person who can best control the situation in real time is yourself. Once the luggage shakes, the wheels get stuck, or someone collides with you, as long as you have a steady hand to support you, you can avoid falling.

At the same time, maintain a "stable standing posture" and do not turn sideways or turn your head to chat. If you really need to adjust your luggage or items, you should wait until the escalator comes to a complete stop or reaches the level before taking any action. Remember, the escalator space is narrow and any sudden movements may cause chain hazards. The most important thing is to stay calm.

. Don’t let go─hold the armrest and the luggage.

. Don’t be greedy for convenience—please take the elevator for large or multiple luggage.

． Don’t panic—when encountering a situation, stabilize yourself first and then help others.

Taking an escalator may seem normal, but once you are carrying luggage, strollers or children, the potential dangers are magnified. Adhering to simple placement and holding principles not only protects yourself, but also ensures the safety of others.