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The Importance of Public Awareness
While engineers and safety professionals understand the critical role of skirt deflector brushes, public awareness remains limited. Educating passengers about the purpose of these brushes can enhance safety by encouraging proper behavior on escalators. Signage and public information campaigns can play a role in informing users to avoid standing too close to the edges and to refrain from using the brushes for unintended purposes.
Conclusion
The seemingly inconspicuous brushes lining the sides of escalators are vital safety components designed to prevent accidents and injuries. By understanding their purpose and function, passengers can use escalators more safely and appreciate the thoughtful engineering that contributes to public safety in everyday environments.
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