European Platform & Stairlift Association

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"Are platform lifts covered by the Lifts Directive?"

NO. The European Parliament and the Council of the European Union have decided that lifting platforms fall in the scope of the Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC (formerly 98/37/EC).

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Frequently asked question

"Are platform lifts covered by the Lifts Directive?"

Member Benefits

How to join EPSA

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