Code of Massachusetts Regulations
524 CMR - BOARD OF ELEVATOR REGULATIONS
Title 524 CMR 32.00 - Vertical Reciprocating Conveyors
Section 32.06 - Car Enclosures

Universal Citation: 524 MA Code of Regs 524.32

Current through Register 1531, September 27, 2024

(1) The enclosure on the sides not used for loading and unloading shall be constructed to prevent material from falling into or against the hoistway enclosure during operation and will be constructed to reject a two inches (50 mm) ball. The enclosure shall match the height of the tallest rated load.

(2) Car Gates Not Required. Where provided, however, car gates shall be a minimum of 43 inches (1,100 mm) high and provided with a gate switch contact to prevent operation of the lift unless the car gate is in the closed position.

(3) A snap chain, drop bar or similar device may be installed across all loading sides of the lift platform.

(4) A capacity sign shall be installed on conveyor and clearly visible showing the maximum rated capacity. The capacity sign lettering shall not be less than % inch high.

(5) A "NO RIDERS" sign shall be installed on the conveyor. The lettering shall not be less than 3/4 inch high.

(6) Conveyors shall be equipped with an electric light or lights; not less than two lamps shall be provided. The minimum illumination at the landing edge of the conveyor platform when the landing doors are open shall not be less than five foot candles.

(7) A car light switch is not required on the conveyor, but it shall be required in the machine room.

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