Code of Massachusetts Regulations
524 CMR - BOARD OF ELEVATOR REGULATIONS
Title 524 CMR 32.00 - Vertical Reciprocating Conveyors
Section 32.02 - Hoistway Enclosure
Universal Citation: 524 MA Code of Regs 524.32
Current through Register 1531, September 27, 2024
(1) The hoistways of all VRCs that penetrate any fully enclosed solid floor above the bottom landing shall be enclosed throughout their height and constructed in accordance with 780 CMR: State Board of Building Regulations and Standards in effect at that time of installation.
(2) Where 524 CMR 32.03(1) does not apply, hoistway enclosures shall be constructed at each landing according to the following standards:
(a) The enclosure height of the hoistway
shall be not less than 96 inches (2,440 mm). Where a car gate is not used, the
hoistway shall be fully enclosed on the open end(s) of the car.
(b) Enclosures shall be constructed with
material having the ability to withstand a 100-pound lateral force without
deflection and reject a ball two inches (50 mm) in diameter.
(c) Where the VRC is adjacent to a stairway,
the enclosure shall be of solid or perforated construction and shall not be
less than 96 inches (2,440 mm) above any step. Perforated construction shall
reject a ball one inch (25 mm) in diameter.
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