Labor Commission, Boiler and Elevator Safety

Section R616-3-3

Safety Codes for Elevators

Notice of Proposed Rule

(Amendment)

DAR File No.: 34131
Filed: 10/01/2010 09:00:37 AM

RULE ANALYSIS

Purpose of the rule or reason for the change:

The purpose of this rule change is to adopt a new provision within the current American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) code that provides optional standards for application to the design and installation of elevators with alternative suspension, compensation and governor systems in Utah. The Labor Commission's intent is to maintain uniformity between state standards and national standards.

Summary of the rule or change:

This rule change adopts ASME A17.6-2010 which establishes the standard for elevator suspension, compensation, and governor systems.

State statutory or constitutional authorization for this rule:

• 34A-7-101 et seq.

This rule or change incorporates by reference the following material:

• Adds Standard for Elevator Suspension, Compensation, and Governor Systems, published by American Society of Mechanical Engineers, July 30, 2010

Anticipated cost or savings to:

the state budget:

There will be no cost or savings to the state budget associated with the adoption of this code from an administrative and enforcement standpoint. The code's adoption is necessary to address alternative suspension, compensation, and governor systems for elevators that have been installed in Utah. The method by which the Division conducts its inspections, and the costs associated with these inspections will not change. From an owner and operator standpoint, there will also be no cost or savings to the state. The cost of to purchase this new section of the ASME code is $85.

local governments:

There will be no cost or savings to local government associated with the adoption of this code. Its adoption is necessary to address alternative suspension, compensation, and governor systems for elevators that have been installed in Utah. The method by which the Division conducts its inspections, and the costs associated with these inspections will not change. The cost of this ASME code section is $85.

small businesses:

There will be no cost or savings to small businesses associated with the adoption of this code. Its adoption is necessary to address alternative suspension, compensation, and governor systems for elevators that have been installed in Utah. The method by which the Division conducts its inspections, and the costs associated with these inspections will not change. The cost of this ASME code section is $85.

persons other than small businesses, businesses, or local governmental entities:

No persons other than businesses and government will be affected by the adoption of this code.

Compliance costs for affected persons:

There will be no cost or savings to affected persons associated with the adoption of this code. Its adoption is necessary to address alternative suspension, compensation, and governor systems for elevators that have been installed in Utah. The method by which the Division conducts its inspections, and the costs associated with these inspections will not change. The cost of this ASME code section is $85.

Comments by the department head on the fiscal impact the rule may have on businesses:

The changes required by this proposed rule will have no net fiscal impact on business; however, businesses enjoy competitive benefits by maintaining conformity between Utah and national standards.

Sherrie Hayashi, Commissioner

The full text of this rule may be inspected, during regular business hours, at the Division of Administrative Rules, or at:

Labor Commission
Boiler and Elevator Safety
160 E 300 S
SALT LAKE CITY, UT 84111-2316

Direct questions regarding this rule to:

• Pete Hackford at the above address, by phone at 801-530-7605, by FAX at 801-530-6871, or by Internet E-mail at phackford@utah.gov
• Ami Windham at the above address, by phone at 801-530-6850, by FAX at 801-530-6871, or by Internet E-mail at ajohnston@utah.gov

Interested persons may present their views on this rule by submitting written comments to the address above no later than 5:00 p.m. on:

11/15/2010

This rule may become effective on:

11/22/2010

Authorized by:

Sherrie Hayashi, Commissioner

R616. Labor Commission, Boiler and Elevator Safety.

R616-3. Elevator Rules.

R616-3-3. Safety Codes for Elevators.

The following safety codes are adopted and incorporated by reference within this rule:

A. ASME A17.1, Safety Code for Elevators and Escalators, 2007 ed. issued April 6, 2007, and amended as follows:

1. Delete 2.2.2.5;

2. Amend 8.6.5.8 as follows: Existing hydraulic cylinders installed below ground when found to be leaking shall be replaced with cylinders conforming to 3.18.3.4 or the car shall be provided with safeties conforming to 3.17.1 and guide rails, guide rail supports and fastenings conforming to 3.23.1. This code is issued every three years with annual addenda. New issues and addenda become mandatory only when a formal change is made to these rules. Elevators are required to comply with the A17.1 code in effect at the time of installation.

B. ASME A17.3 - 2002 Safety Code for Existing Elevators and Escalators. This code is adopted for regulatory guidance only for elevators classified as remodeled elevators by the Division of Boiler and Elevator Safety.

C. ASME A90.1-1992, Safety Standard for Belt Manlifts.

D. ANSI A10.4-1990, Safety Requirements for Personnel Hoists and Employee Elevators for Construction and Demolition Operations.

E. 2006 International Building Code.

F. ICC/ANSI A117.1-1998 Accessible and Usable Buildings and Facilities, sections 407 and 408, approved February 13, 1998.

G. ASME A18.1-2005 Safety Standard For Platform Lifts And Stairway Chairlifts, issued November 29, 2005.

H. ASME A17.6-2010 Standard for Elevator Suspension, Compensation, and Governor Systems.

 

KEY: elevators, certification, safety

Date of Enactment or Last Substantive Amendment: [ March 24, 2008 ] 2010

Notice of Continuation: November 30, 2006

Authorizing, and Implemented or Interpreted Law: 34A-1-101 et seq.