Bibikas Lift, specializing in every project related to elevator installation and maintenance, informs building owners and managers regarding the obligations for elevator certification and safety inspections.
Proper inspection and timely elevator maintenance ensure user safety and compliance with current legislation.
Elevator certification deadline – what applies today
According to Joint Ministerial Decision (KYA) 28425/2008, every elevator must be certified by an accredited inspection body. The deadline for elevator certification has been extended and expires on June 30, 2025. After this date, elevators without a valid certificate are considered illegal and are subject to fines.
Who performs the elevator certification
Elevator certification is not carried out by Bibikas Lift. Inspection and certification are conducted exclusively by an independent Accredited Inspection and Certification Body.
The Accredited Body:
- Dispatches a specialized team to inspect the elevator.
- Records the interventions and additions required for the elevator to comply with current safety standards.
- Issues or renews the official certificate of conformity.
Bibikas Lift can undertake:
- The implementation of all required technical interventions resulting from the inspection.
- The preparation of the elevator so that it is ready for final inspection and certification.
Fines for elevators without certification
Non-compliance with certification and inspection requirements carries strict penalties:
- A fine of 1,500 euros for any owner or manager who fails to renew the elevator certificate.
- Fines ranging from 15,000 to 60,000 euros in cases of accidents involving an uncertified elevator.
- Fines of 1,500 to 15,000 euros for omissions during elevator maintenance or failure to comply with technician workshop regulations.
- A fine of 6,000 to 9,000 euros for an elevator operating without an approved inspection.
Proper elevator maintenance and timely certification are both a legal obligation and an investment in safety.
Elevator inspection and certification process
The process includes:
- On-site inspection by an accredited body.
- Recording of interventions required for compliance with safety standards.
- Maintenance and resolution of observations by a specialized elevator maintenance technician.
- Re-inspection and final certification.
- Registration of the elevator in the relevant registry.
Elevator inspection is a fundamental stage for the legal and safe operation of every installation.
Tips for proper elevator certification and maintenance
- Schedule the inspection and certification immediately to avoid fines and delays.
- Choose exclusively accredited bodies and experienced elevator maintenance technicians.
- Ensure you maintain a file of all relevant certificates and inspection documents.
Regular elevator maintenance, besides being a legal obligation, guarantees safety and uninterrupted operation.
Contact Bibikas Lift for elevator certification and maintenance
Bibikas Lift undertakes the full preparation of your elevator for inspection, the implementation of required interventions, and technical support throughout all stages until final certification.
Call us at 2221094777 and one of our specialized associates will answer any questions you may have.
Contact us for immediate and professional service.