Michigan Administrative Code
Department - Licensing and Regulatory Affairs
Bureau of Construction Codes
Elevator Safety Board
Michigan Elevator Rules
Chapter 2 - ALL ELEVATORS
Section R. 408.7029 - Dormant elevators

Universal Citation: MI Admin Code R. 408.7029

Current through Vol. 24-16, September 15, 2024

Rule 29.

(1) An elevator, escalator, or moving walk that is inactive for 1 year must be classified as dormant and placed out of service in compliance with section 8.11.1.4(b) of the ASME A17.1 code.

(2) A permit must be obtained and the elevator must not be placed into service until it has been inspected and tested by a general inspector, except as provided in section 15 of the act, MCL 408.815.

(3) A platform lift or stairway chairlift that is inactive for 1 year must be classified as dormant and placed out of service as follows:

(a) The device must be lowered and any suspension means removed.

(b) The power feed lines must be disconnected from the machine disconnect switch ensuring all circuit parts or conductors are deenergized. The platform lift or stairway chairlift must comply with section 10.1.6 of the ASME A18.1 code, as adopted by reference in R 408.7003.

(c) All landing entrances must be secured in a closed position from inside the runway or hoistway.

(d) Folding type devices must be secured against movement.

(4) Before a dormant elevating device may be placed in service, an alteration permit must be applied for and approved by the department. The dormant elevating device must be inspected by the department and conform to these rules and the applicable section of the standard.

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