Taipei Rapid Transit Corporation ─ Metro Service

Location: Beside handrails [at the top and bottom of all escalators]

Details: In an emergency, open the transparent plastic cover and press the red button to stop the escalator.

High-rise escalators are equipped with additional emergency stop buttons midway along the handrail.

Installed on platform and concourse levels of all stations and in each MRT car. The system provides general information during regular service and instructions in emergency situations. During an emergency, follow the instructions and evacuate the station if necessary.

Location: Concourse Level

Use: In case of fire, use this equipment to put out the fire or contact station staff immediately.

Location: Inside elevators

Note: Priority on using the elevator should be given to elderly and disabled passengers and women with children or strollers. Do not use the elevator during an earthquake or fire.

Details: In an emergency, press the red button to communicate with staff at the information counter. The elevators have a  "hit-and-reopen" function to avoid anything getting caught in the doors when closing.