ModernRailways
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I have been on many escalators where the handrail moves slightly faster than the steps. I wonder whether it is intentional, to encourage some to walk forward whist on the steps which slightly increases throughput and reduces average transit time.
All of the escalators at Monument Metro station, here in Newcastle do that. I'm guessing it's an installation failure and unintentional going by the speed differences. I can't imagine it's considered safe since you need to readjust your hand since it would be pulling you up otherwise.