Should the escalator stand on the right?

Escalators should stand on the right and walk on the left.

According to the common sense of safe riding on escalators and moving sidewalks:

Article 17? When the escalator stops running, don't use it as a walking staircase, because the vertical height of the steps is not suitable for people to walk, which may easily lead to tripping or rolling.

Article 18? When riding on the moving sidewalk, "walk on the left and stand firm on the right", that is, passengers should stand on the right side near the steps as far as possible, leaving the left space as an emergency passage for passengers in a hurry. This is a civilized way of climbing stairs.

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Precautions for taking the escalator:

1. It is forbidden to push strollers, shopping carts, etc. On the escalator, so as not to lose the balance of the car, or even cause other passengers to be injured or equipment to be damaged. Please take the elevator or the moving sidewalk if necessary.

2. It is forbidden to ride barefoot, squat on the pedal, and don't wear soft plastic shoes or rubber shoes, especially when the comb plate has comb teeth defects and deformation, which may cause serious damage to feet or buttocks.

3. In case of unexpected emergency (such as passengers falling down or fingers and heels caught), immediately call the passengers or the personnel on duty at the entrance and exit of the steps, and immediately press the red emergency stop button to stop the operation of escalators or moving sidewalks, so as not to cause more injuries. Under normal circumstances, do not press this button to prevent other passengers from falling down due to inertia. ?

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