Pay attention to the emergency stop buttons and call-for-help options around you. Once you become aware of them, you’ll start seeing them everywhere. Everywhere there is moving equipment or moving fluids, there will be a way to stop it in a hurry.
Gas Stations. Next time you fill your gas tank, look around for the big red, well-labeled emergency stop button. If there were a fire or chance of a fire or a car hits a fuel pump or something else bad happens, anyone can hit the emergency stop button and the gas pumps will shut off.
Elevators. While riding the elevator next time, take a look at the emergency phone or alarm button. Read the instructions posted. If you ride a particular set of elevators frequently, like at your apartment, place of work, take the time to get very familiar with it. Maybe invite the landlord or building security or elevator supplier to come to an office safety meeting to explain just how it all works. If you’re ever trapped in a stuck dark elevator, you’ll be glad you did.
Escalators. At the top and bottom of the escalator, you’ll find a large red button. Typically, there’s an alarmed transparent plastic guardplate over the button. If someone falls on the elevator or gets caught in it, immediately lift the plastic guardplate and press the button. Don’t try to free the the person while the elevator is moving. That could lead to you and maybe others getting hurt, too. Alarms will likely call building security or maintenance. Once the situation has been resolved, restarting the elevator requires them turning a key.
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