Elevators for People with Disabilities – Accessibility Standards in Saudi Arabia

Providing an accessible environment for people with disabilities is both a legal and ethical responsibility in Saudi Arabia, with specialized elevators at the forefront of universal access requirements.

Core Standards for Accessible Elevators:

1. Cabin Dimensions: Cabin must be at least 110 cm × 140 cm to accommodate a wheelchair.

2. Low-Mounted Control Panel: Buttons must be within reach at no more than 120 cm above the floor.

3. Auditory Announcement Systems: The elevator must announce each floor verbally to serve visually impaired users.

4. Support Handrails: Install horizontal grab bars inside the cabin for better stability.

5. Door Hold Time: Doors should remain open for 5–8 seconds to allow adequate time to enter or exit.

Saudi Regulatory Framework: The Saudi Building Code (SBC) requires all public buildings to provide accessible entry, with compliance certificates issued by accreditation authorities.

Al-Qemah Elevators provides comprehensive accessible elevator solutions fully compliant with all Saudi and international standards.