Safety Codes & Regulations Flashcards

Under ASME A17.1, what is the maximum allowable governor tripping speed for a traction elevator traveling at 200 fpm?

Answer: 240 fpm

ASME A17.1 requires the governor tripping speed to be not more than 140% of rated speed, so 200 fpm × 1.20 = 240 fpm maximum.

Which NFPA standard specifically governs the installation of fire alarm systems that interface with elevator recall operations?

Answer: NFPA 72

NFPA 72, the National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code, governs fire alarm systems including those that trigger elevator Phase I and Phase II recall.

Under ASME A17.1 Rule 2.26.1, a hoistway must have a clearance of at least how many inches between the car and the hoistway wall on the sides and rear?

Answer: 1 inch

ASME A17.1 Rule 2.26.1 requires a minimum clearance of 1 inch between the car enclosure and the hoistway enclosure on sides and rear.

Which federal law requires elevators in places of employment to meet accessibility standards for persons with disabilities?

Answer: Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requires that elevators in places of public accommodation and commercial facilities meet accessibility standards.

The ASME A17.1 code requires that a pit ladder be provided when the pit depth exceeds what measurement?

Answer: 48 inches

ASME A17.1 requires a fixed ladder in the pit when pit depth exceeds 35 inches (approximately 36 inches is the threshold that triggers the requirement at 35+ inches).

Under ASME A17.1, what color must the STOP switch be in an elevator pit?

Answer: Red

ASME A17.1 requires the pit STOP switch to be red to indicate an emergency stop function.

ASME A17.3 is the safety code that applies specifically to which category of elevators?

Answer: Existing elevators

ASME A17.3 is the Safety Code for Existing Elevators and Escalators, covering units already in service rather than new installations.