Fire evacuation lifts are specially designed lifts (elevators) used during emergencies to evacuate people, particularly those with mobility issues, from a building safely. They are built to function even during a fire, unlike standard lifts, which typically become inoperative in such situations.

Key Specifications:
Fire Resistance:
The lift shaft, doors, and associated structure must have a minimum fire resistance, often specified as 120 minutes or more.
Materials should prevent the spread of fire, smoke, and heat into the lift well and cabin.

Power Supply:
Dual Power Sources: The lift must be connected to a primary and an independent secondary (emergency) power supply.
Emergency power should be capable of running the lift and essential systems during a fire.

Controls and Operation:
Priority Control: Firefighters and evacuation personnel should have manual override controls to prioritize emergency operations.
Protected Control Panels: Control panels should be located within protected, fire-rated areas.
Automatic Recall: The lift should return to a designated floor during fire alarm activation if not in use for evacuation.

Communication System:
A two-way communication system (e.g., intercom or phone) must be provided between the lift car, evacuation areas, and a control room.

Emergency Lighting:
The lift car and evacuation lobbies must have independent emergency lighting to function during a power outage.

Capacity and Dimensions:
Designed to accommodate wheelchairs and stretchers.

Ventilation:
Adequate ventilation must be provided to maintain safe conditions for occupants