The brushes on the sides of escalators aren’t for polishing your shoes. You may have been using these escalator brushes to clean your shoes, however, these bristles are actually a big safety feature. One of the biggest reasons for escalator mishaps is people getting their clothes and bags stuck in them when they stand too close to the sides.
These nylon bristles play with your mind and make you keep your feet away from the escalator’s skirt panels, hence avoiding accidents.
It's correct though, I can remember all the publicity when they were first introduced.
So if I try to save your life, but you see that it will make you uncomfortable, can I assume you will pass on the help?
Yes, had me totally confused .