§ 14-16-81. Hoistway doors or gates for hand-power passenger elevators.

A.

Generally. Hoistway doors or gates for hand-power passenger elevators shall meet the requirements of section 14-16-80.

B.

Sign. The word "elevator" shall be conspicuously displayed on the landing side of the doors if they are not equipped with interlocks.

C.

Interlocks. Hoistway doors for hand-power passenger elevators shall be equipped with interlocks unless:

1.

Hoistway gates which close when the car leaves the landing are installed in addition to the hoistway doors; or

2.

The hoistway doors are made in two parts, one above the other, the lower part extending approximately 30 inches above the floor and arranged to be opened only after the upper part has been opened and which will be closed by the closing of the upper part; or

3.

The hoistway doors are equipped with two spring locks or latches, one located not less than six feet above the door.

(Code 1967, § 49-131; Code 1985, § 46-151)