Code of Massachusetts Regulations
524 CMR - BOARD OF ELEVATOR REGULATIONS
Title 524 CMR 9.00 - Operation of Non-automatic Elevators
Section 9.05 - Instructions to Operators
Current through Register 1531, September 27, 2024
Operators are required to learn these instructions thoroughly and are advised to keep a copy available for use at all times:
(1) Always open the service switch or lock the operating mechanism when placing the elevator out of service.
(2) Be sure the operating mechanism is in the "STOP" position before closing the service switch.
(3) Report any defects promptly to the person in charge.
(4) Do not attempt to make any repairs.
(5) Carry no passengers or freight while inspections, repairs, or adjustments are in progress, and operate the car only in response to directions from the inspector or person in charge. Do not move the car when anyone is in the pit or on top of the car except as the inspector or person in charge may direct.
(6) When in the opinion of the operator an excess load is to be carried, do not ride or allow others to ride on the elevator.
(7) Hoistway doors or gates shall always be closed and locked before the car is started. The car shall be brought to a stop at the landing level before either the car door or car gate where provided or the hoistway door or hoistway gate is opened manually.
(8) Keep car gates closed while car is running, and where no car gates are provided, keep passengers away from the open edge of the car platform.
(9) Limit the number of passengers or load to the contract capacity of the car and do not permit crowding or overloading.
(10) Do not reverse the operating device suddenly; stop the car before reversing.
(11) Move operating device to the stop position on approaching the terminal landings. Do not depend on the terminal stops in the ordinary operation of the car.
(12) Should the power go off while the car is in motion, move the operating device to the "STOP" position and start the car in the usual manner upon return of the power.
(13) Familiarize yourself with the emergency devices, understand their function, and know how to operate them.
(14) Should the car stop suddenly, shut off the power, call for the person in charge and operate the elevator only at his or her direction. While waiting, keep calm. Do not attempt to release any safety device; remember that it is safer to stay in the car until help arrives than to try to get out, and so instruct your passengers.
(15) Should the car refuse to stop, do not attempt to jump off.
(16) Before loading or unloading elevators with hand-rope type operation, lock the operating mechanism in the "STOP" position.
(17) Never leave the car in the ordinary course of operation nor leave the operating mechanism unprotected. When going off duty for any reason, even for a few minutes, be sure that the power is disconnected or that the operating mechanism is locked and the hoistway doors are closed.
(18) Always leave a hydraulic elevator operated by a lever at the lower landing with the lever in the position for down motion.
(19) In running a belt-driven elevator, be sure to pull the hand-rope as far as possible when starting the car. In doing so, you throw the belt full on the tight pulley, and thus prevent it from slipping. In stopping, use the centering rope.
(20) Never allow anyone to scuffle or fool on the elevator. It is always dangerous.
(21) Never, under any condition, allow anyone to get on or off the car while it is in motion.
(22) Keep your mind on your work. Always remain at your post while the car is moving, so that you can stop it quickly in an emergency.
(23) An operator who witnesses or has knowledge of an accident, whether it be a serious mechanical failure, serious injury or minor injury, must make a report in conformance with 524 CMR 4.00: Accident and Injury Reporting Requirements.
