In order to do a good job in the inspection of shallow-pit elevators in a comprehensive and compliant manner,taking a shallow-pit elevator inspection as an example,by analyzing the setting,principle and potential risks of the new equivalent safety measures(extensible footplate,movable stop device and safety interlocking protection system),the compliance methods and key points of the inspection are put forward,which provides high-quality inspection services and technical support for the addition of elevators to existing buildings.