QEI Accessibility, LULA, and Special Installations 2

Question 1

What is the maximum rated capacity for a LULA elevator under ASME A17.1?

Accepted Answer

1,400 lbs

Answer

750 lbs

Answer

2,100 lbs

Answer

2,500 lbs

Question 2

When inspecting a platform lift (vertical wheelchair lift) under ASME A18.1, what safety device must be present to prevent the platform from descending if a person or object is in the path below?

Accepted Answer

A sensing device or guard under the platform

Answer

An overspeed governor

Answer

A broken rope safety

Answer

A pit buffer

Question 3

Which standard governs the installation and inspection of vertical platform lifts and inclined platform lifts in the US?

Accepted Answer

ASME A18.1

Answer

ASME A17.1

Answer

ASME A17.3

Answer

ASME B20.1

Question 4

What door timing requirement does ADA set for elevator doors to remain open long enough for a person using a wheelchair to enter?

Accepted Answer

Doors must remain fully open for a minimum of 3 seconds

Answer

Doors must remain open at least 2 seconds

Answer

Doors must stay open until a button is pressed to close

Answer

Doors must remain open for at least 10 seconds on every call

Question 5

What is the required mounting height range for elevator control buttons per ADA Standards for side-reach approach?

Accepted Answer

15 to 48 inches above the floor

Answer

20 to 54 inches above the floor

Answer

24 to 60 inches above the floor

Answer

30 to 66 inches above the floor

Question 6

Under ASME A17.1, what is a key difference between a LULA elevator and a standard passenger elevator regarding the hoistway enclosure?

Accepted Answer

LULA elevators may use a non-fire-rated enclosure if travel is 25 feet or less in certain conditions

Answer

LULA elevators do not require a fully enclosed hoistway

Answer

LULA elevators require fire-rated hoistway enclosures with sprinklers

Answer

LULA elevators must be installed in concrete shafts only