Elevator Inspection Services for MA, NH, ME & RI

Annual & Periodic Elevator InspectionS

Every state has its own requirements, and to avoid fines and penalties, be sure to schedule your annual elevator inspection several months before your certification expires. The exact timing will vary based on state requirements, but a late inspection can have serious consequences.

Our experts are well-versed in the inspection requirements outlined by specific elevator codes and will guide you on what needs to be done to meet state requirements.

Safety Inspections

Elevators need regular inspections to comply with specific codes and regulations that help ensure passenger safety. These required inspections can help identify potential problems before they escalate into larger issues.

Property owners and managers also have a legal responsibility to maintain safe building conditions, and many insurance policies require regular inspections as part of their terms.

The key concern for all elevators is safety. It’s important to know the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) safety standards and that safety code requirements will vary from state to state and from building to building.

Elevator Inspection Requirements

Elevator inspection requirements will vary depending on the type of elevator and the state in which the elevator is located, but they typically include the following:

• Operating permits that are displayed in the elevator
• Compliance with state and national elevator safety codes
• Life safety tests
• Code-required safety features
• Maintenance log review
• Inspection report detailing any identified issues and the timeline for correction

In addition to the ANSI standards, elevators must also comply with the International Building Code (IBC) and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

Elevator Inspection Checklist

The owner of the building where the elevator is located is responsible for having the system inspected. An elevator inspection checklist can include, but is not limited to, the following safety requirements:

Car Interior

1. Damage, cleanliness and general condition of walls, ceilings or handrails
2. Lights and bulbs
3. Panel and emergency stop button
4. Functionality of the doors
5. Functionality of the intercom
6. Telephone operation
7. Key switch operation
8. Phone connection
9. Condition and levelness of the flooring
10. Accuracy and visibility of code-required signage
11. Posted current certificate
12. Emergency lights and bells
13. Working ventilation systems

Building Systems

1. Lights
2. Smoke detector
3. Fire alarm

Hoistway 

1. Lighting
2. Clearance
3. Traveling cables
4. Brake mechanism
5. Emergency exit
6. Door panels, sensors and restrictors
7. Safety switches
8. Traction suspension means

Pit 

1. Overall condition and cleanliness
2. Safety devices
3. Lighting
4. Bottom clearance
5. Water intrusion

Machine Room

1. Elevator motor
2. Controllers and drives
3. Hydraulic valves
4. Accessibility and security
5. Low oil protection
6. Battery lowering
7. Hydraulic pressures

State Elevator Inspections

Inspections must be performed by licensed or certified individuals based on local or state requirements.