§ 14-16-84. Mechanical locks (car-operated or hand-operated).

A.

Mechanical locks shall be constructed with double hook or multiple hook latches.

Exceptions:

1.

Mechanical locks which are constructed as defined in the note under section 14-16-83(C);

2.

Mechanical locks for gravity closed gates may have single hook latches.

B.

Mechanical locks shall be so located or so guarded as to be normally inaccessible from the landing side of the closed hoistway door or gate.

C.

Mechanical locks shall meet the requirements of section 14-16-83(G).

(Code 1967, § 49-134; Code 1985, § 46-154)