Code of Massachusetts Regulations
524 CMR - BOARD OF ELEVATOR REGULATIONS
Title 524 CMR 36.00 - Personnel Hoists and Employee Elevators on Construction and Demolition Sites
Section 17 - Car Enclosures
Universal Citation: 524 CMR 36.00 MA Code of Regs 17
Current through Register 1531, September 27, 2024
17.6 Car Top Emergency Access
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17.6.5 Notwithstanding the requirements of 17.6.4, operation of the car with top emergency exit open is permissible only when a Massachusetts-licensed elevator mechanic is available to assist in the movement of the elevator. The car shall not be operated at a speed of more than 0.25 m/s (50 ft./min.) when properly opened by authorized personnel. The emergency exit shall be supplied with a firefighter key number 3502 that shall allow only emergency personnel and Massachusetts-licensed elevator mechanics to open the exit.
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