RIBA-Certified Commercial CPD

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An Introduction to Specifying a Platform Lift

This RIBA-certified CPD supports architects and specifiers working on commercial and public buildings. It examines platform lifts as an alternative to conventional passenger lifts, focusing on system types, applications, and regulatory considerations.

Complete the form below to access the on-demand CPD video and assessment and receive your CPD certificate on completion.

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Home CPD Quiz

Having completed the Gartec Commercial Platform Lift CPD, please proceed with the short knowledge check below.

Number of questions: 7
Estimated duration: approximately 10 minutes
Assessment criteria: a minimum score of 100% is required to pass
Results: instant feedback and a letter grade will be displayed on completion

You may revisit the CPD video prior to commencing. When ready, select “Begin the Quiz” to proceed.

Are platform lift speeds restricted to 0.15m/s?

Yes

No

Not officially, this is most customers preferred speed.

Are platform lifts able to run with one touch?

Yes

No

At certain times of the day.

Can we fit our own doors?

Yes

Depends on manufacturers guidance

No

Are they suitable for external installations?

Yes

Only if installing from external to external location

No

Can they be configured with doors on multiple sides?

Yes

No

Yes, providing the doors are all the same type

Is a pit required?

No

Preferably 50mm or a ramp can be supplied.

Yes, a 1200mm deep pit is needed

Which of these Safety features are fitted on platform lifts?

Emergency communication (telephone/autodialer)

Battery lowering

Safety edges

Select more than one