Safety:(2) Legislation and Escalators: (2. 4) Key Safety Features: Deflector Brush: (2. 4. 1) Safe Riding:Official Safety Foundation Guidelines:While some escalator accidents are caused by a mechanical failure, most can be avoided by following some simple safety precautions. The Elevator Escalator Safety Foundation is a major advocate for safe riding in the United States and Canada, sponsors National Elevator Escalator Safety Week each year, and publishes its own suggestions for safe riding