QEI - Qualified Elevator Inspector Safety and Emergency Devices Questions and Answers

Question 1

A QEI is inspecting an elevator installed under ASME A17.1-2019 or later. What is a key requirement for the in-car emergency communications system to ensure accessibility for all passengers?

Accepted Answer

A means for two-way message display for passengers who are hearing or speech-impaired.

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A high-decibel audible alarm that can be heard from the main egress lobby.

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A two-way voice communication system that automatically dials 911.

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An emergency phone that is connected via a dedicated copper landline only.

Question 2

During a Category 5 safety test on a traction elevator, the governor overspeed switch must be tested. According to ASME A17.1, what is the primary function of this switch when it operates?

Accepted Answer

To remove power from the driving-machine motor and brake.

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To mechanically apply the car safeties directly to the guide rails.

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To initiate a controlled shutdown of the building's main power.

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To send a signal to the fire alarm control panel.

Question 3

A QEI is on top of an elevator car and must verify the requirements for the top emergency exit. Which of the following is a standard requirement for the top emergency exit cover according to ASME A17.1?

Accepted Answer

It must be equipped with an electrical device that prevents elevator operation if the cover is open.

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It must be secured by a lock that can only be opened with a special tool from the car top.

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It must open inward to prevent interference with hoistway equipment.

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It must have a minimum clear opening of 200 square inches.

Question 4

An inspector is evaluating the Firefighters' Emergency Operation (FEO) on an automatic elevator. During Phase II (In-Car) operation, what is the expected behavior of the power-operated doors when the 'DOOR OPEN' button is pressed and then released before the doors are fully open?

Accepted Answer

The doors will automatically re-close.

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The doors will remain in their current position until another button is pressed.

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The doors will continue to open fully and then remain open.

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The doors will reverse direction and close, but only after a 5-second delay.

Question 5

According to the National Electrical Code (NEC) Article 620, when an elevator's disconnecting means is designated as supplying an emergency system load, what additional protection is required at that disconnecting means?

Accepted Answer

A surge protective device (SPD).

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A phase-reversal monitoring relay.

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A ground-fault circuit-interrupter (GFCI).

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An arc-fault circuit-interrupter (AFCI).

Question 6

While performing an inspection in a hoistway pit, a QEI must verify the location and operation of the pit stop switch. Which of the following is a requirement for this device under ASME A17.1?

Accepted Answer

It must be a maintained-contact type that is manually opened and closed.

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It must be a momentary push-button type.

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It must be located within 6 inches of the pit ladder.

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It can be reset automatically by the controller upon exiting the pit.