HomeMy WebLinkAbout2101 COSTA DEL MAR RD; ; CB061845; Permitr/
10-02-2006
City of Carlsbad
1635 Faraday Av Carlsbad, CA 92008
Commercial/Industrial Permit Permit No CB061845
Building Inspection Request Line (760) 602-2725
Job Address
Permit Type
Parcel No
Valuation
Occupancy Group
Project Title
2101 COSTA DEL MAR RD CBAD
Tl Sub Type
2165900100 Lot#
$92,490 00 Construction Type
Reference #
LA COSTA SPA 2691 SF THEATRE
RENOVATION
COMM
0
1111
Applicant
AWBREY COOK MCGILL ARCHITECTS
104514THST
SUITE 100
SAN DIEGO, CA 92101
619-398-3480
Status
Applied
Entered By
Plan Approved
Issued
Inspect Area
Plan Check#
Owner
K S L LA COSTA RESORT CORP
50-905 AVENIDA BERMUDA
LAQUINTACA 92253
PENDING
06/27/2006
JMA
Building Permit
Add'l Building Permit Fee
Plan Check
Add'l Plan Check Fee
Plan Check Discount
Strong Motion Fee
Park Fee
LFM Fee
Bridge Fee
BTD #2 Fee
BTD #3 Fee
Renewal Fee
Add I Renewal Fee
Other Building Fee
Pot Water Con Fee
Meter Size
Add'l Pot Water Con Fee
Reel Water Con Fee
$51961 Meter Size
$0 00 Add'l Reel Water Con Fee
$337 75 Meter Fee
$0 00 SDCWA Fee
$0 00 CFD Payoff Fee
$1942 PFF (3105540)
$0 00 PFF (4305540)
$000 License Tax (3104193)
$0 00 License Tax (4304193)
$0 00 Traffic Impact Fee (3105541)
$000 Traffic Impact Fee (4305541)
$0 00 PLUMBING TOTAL
$0 00 ELECTRICAL TOTAL
$0 00 MEGHAN ICAL TO TAL
$0 00 Master Drainage Fee
Sewer Fee
$0 00 Redev Parking Fee
$0 00 Additional Fees
HMP Fee
TOTAL PERMIT FEES
$000
$000
$000
$000
$000
$000
$000
$000
$000
$000
$000
$7000
$000
$000
$000
$000
$000
99
$946 78
Total Fees $946 78 Total Payments To Date $1,300 27 Balance Due ($353 49)
/I /
BUILDING PLANS
IN STORAGE
Inspector
FINAL APPROVAL
Date
.ATTACHED
Clearance
NOTICE Please take NOTICE that approval of your project includes the Imposition of fees dedications reseivations, or other exactions hereafter collectively
referred to as lees/exactions You have 90 days from the date this permit was issued to protest imposition of these fees/exactions If you protest them you must
follow the protest procedures set forth in Government Code Section 66020(a) and file the protest and any other required information with the City Manager for
processing in accordance with Carlsbad Municipal Code Section 3 32 030 Failure to timely follow that proceduie will bar any subsequent legal action to attack
review set aside void or annul their imposition
You are hereby FURTHER NOTIFIED that your right to protest the specified fees/exactions DOES NOT APPLY to water and sewer connection fees and capacity
changes nor planning, zoning grading or other similar application processing or service fees in connection with this project NOR DOES IT APPLY to any
fees/exactions of which vou have previously been given a NOTICE similar to this, or as to which the statute of limitations has previously otherwise exoired
CITY OF CARLSBAD
REQUEST FOR REFUND
Account No
Amount
Vendor No
of Refund #3^ (tf
Date Fee Paid frf2-"? \O£>
Fee Paid For
Fee Paid Byf *„
Facts Supporting Request
•. <•
l/AlVA/*YVOKj
i . a.-?
Name of Applicant
Address
/V\C<Sl|l
Street !; City State Zip
Signature of Applicant
::- t ^i ^ i
Date
Telephone••
Dept Justification
Rec : ra^f; : < • •• .:."•• ,'-WP .-Approve.,
Finance Investigation
Rec
D Approve
City Manager's Action
D Approve
,
,,, D
D
D
, ,-.....„ 4- ..,, ,
^.Disapprove. .. ,, ., - ,- .--, 0,f-, v .. • ..... ,. r~. (, , ,. -, Date
•'U.'--! ^r', - ••-.-.• •' - ••'.
Disapprove Dept Head Signature Date
Disapprove C|ty Manager Signature Date -
PERMIT APPLICATION
CITY OF CARLSBAD BUILDING DEPARTMENT
1635 Faraday Ave , Carlsbad CA 92008
11
EST VAL
Plan Ck Deposit
Validated By
Date
[1 PROJECT INFORMATION I;;
2101 Costa del Mar Road Carlsbad CA 92009 La Cosfa Hotel and Spa
Address (include Bldg/Suite #)Business Name (at this address)
Those portions of sect'on 26 and 35 in township 1 2 South range 4 West San Bernardino Mena'ian in the County or San Diego State of Ca ifornia according to official plat thereof
Legal Description
216 12303 04 05
Lot No Subdivision Name/Number
Theater
Unit No Theater Phase No Total # of units
Assessor s Parcel #
Theater renovation
Existing Use
6 589 SF ONE
Proposed Use
Description of Work SQ FT # of Stories # of Bedrooms # of Bathrooms
2 CONTACT PERSON (if different from applicant)"
'Name Address
J3 K APPLICANT D Contractor D Agent for Contractor ; ; .;
• Awbrev Cook McGill Architects, 104514th Street Suite
Name Address
4 PROPERTY OWNER
City State/Zip Telephone*
: . Q Owner ' D Agent for Owner '
100, SanDieao CA 92101-5701 6193983480"
City State/Zip Telephone #
_ Fax*
p£*J / S&oTT^ ..,,
; :•;:,:.• :. :.
KSL La Costa Resort Co LLC 2100 Costa de I Mar Road Carlsbad CA 92009 760 930 7075
Name Address City State/Zip Telephone #
:5 CONTRACTOR COMPANY NAME "'_ __/"(; "•'•' ^""'" "" :_~"< '."'^T'._._l.^ •".••. i. "."'•'"''*'' 1IT"'''
(Sec 7031 5 Business and Professions Code Any City or County which requires a permit to construct alter improve demolish or repair any structure prior to its issuance
also requires the applicant for such permit to file a signed statement that he is licensed pursuant to the provisions of the Contractor s License Law [Chapter 9 commending with
Section 7000 of Division 3 of the Business and Professions Code] or that he is exempt therefrom and the basis for the alleged exemption Any violation of Section 7031 5 by
any applicant for a permit subjects the applicant to a civil penalty of not more than five hundred dollars [$500])
-JCName
State License #
Addres >
License Class
City State/Zip
City Business License #.
^Designer Name
State License #
Address City State/Zip Telephone #
;6 WORKER'S COMPENSATION ;!" ,: '•*,', :i 0; :- : ''•
Workers Compensation Declaration I hereby affirm under penalty of perjury one of the following declarations
I have and will maintain a certificate of consent to self insure for workers compensation as provided by Section 3700 of the Labor Code for the performance of the work
for which this permit is issued
D I have and will maintain workers compensation as required by Section 3700 of the labor Code for the performance of the work for which this permit is issued My
worker s compensation insurance carrier and policy number are . •>^r""
>// TKS C& Policy No /7/-AT-^o?/- 7<<S EInsurance Company _Expiration Date_
(THIS SECTION NEED NOT BE COMPLETED IF THE PERMIT IS FOR ONE HUNDRED DOLLARS [$100] OR LESS)
D CERTIFICATE OF EXEMPTION I certify that in the performance of the work for which this permil is issued I shall not employ any person in any manner so as to
become subject to the Workers Compensation Laws of California
\ WARNING Failure to secure workers compensation coverage is unlawful and shall subject an employer to criminal penalties and civil fines up to one hundred thousand
\dollars($100 000) m addition to the cost of compensation damages arej*rovided for in Section 3706 of the Labor Code interest and attorney s fees /
^SIGNATURE &##*r&S- -&^C& ^v £(^, __ DATE
7 OWNER BUILDER DECLARATJr ' ~~y,....
I hereby affirm that I am exempt from >6 Contractor s L icense Law for the following reason
D I as owner of the property or my employees with wages as their sole compensation will d the wort and the structure is not intended or offered for sale (Sec 7044
Business and Professions Code The Contractor s License Law does not apply to an owner of property who builds or improves thereon and who does such work himself or
through his own employees provided that such impiovements are not intended or offered for sale If however the building or improvement is sold within one year of
completion the owner builder will have the burden of proving that he did not build or improve for the purpose of sale)
D I as owner of the property am exclusively contracting with licensed contractors to construct the project (Sec 7044 Business and Professions Code The Contractor s
License Law does not apply to an owner of property who builds or improves thereon and contracts for such projects with contractor(s) licensed pursuant to the Contractors
License Law)
D I am exempt under Section __ Business and Professions Code for this reason
1 I personally plan to provide the major labor and materials for construction of the proposed property improvement D YES D NO
2 I (have/have not) signed an application for a building permit for the proposed work
3 I have contracted with the following person (f rm) to provide the proposed construction (include name / address / phone number / contractors license number)
I plan to provide portions of the work but I have hired the following person to coordinate supervise anc provide the major work (include name / address / phone number /
/ontractors license number)
I will provide some of the work but I have contracted (hired) the following persons to provide the work indicated (include name / address / phone number / type of work)
PROPERTY OWNER SIGNATURE DATE
PERMIT APPLICATION
CITY OF CARLSBAD BUILDING DEPARTMENT
1635 Faraday Ave , Carlsbad CA 92008
Page 2 of 2
JCOMPLETE THIS SECTION FOR WOW RESIDENTIAL BUILDING PERMITS ONLY
Is the applicant or future building occupant required to .submit a business plan acutely hazardous materials n gistration for or risk management and prevention program under
Sections 25505 25533 or 25534 of the Presley Tanner Hazardous Substance Account Act' DYES H NO
Is the applicant or future building occupant required to obtain a permit from the air pollution control district or an quality management district? D YES H NO
Is the facility to be constructed within 1 000 feet of the outer boundary of a school site' D YES El NO
IF ANY OF THE ANSWERS ARE YES A FINAL CERTIFICATE OF OCCUPANCY MAY NOT BE ISSUED UNLESS THE APPLICANT HAS MET OR IS MEETING THE
REQUIREMENTS OF THE OFFICE OF EMERGENCY SERVICES AND THE AIR POLLUTION CONTROL DISTRICT
8'.y-::::;c6NSTRUCTioN"LENDiNGAGENCY: 'ii'" '" ~";:: - '""!-: "i
I hereby affirm that there is a construction lending agency for the performance of the work for which this permit is issued (Sec 3097(i)~CiviiCode)
LENDER S NAME LENDER S ADDRESS
'9 .AiPPLiCANT CERTIFICATION ' JZ""I'J'"."" !|[".'IZ7: 'I .. '.."".'~'.'.~' '.'.... . 'ZIZI7' '-ZIZ7'."" . . ZZZZ" ..".'".'"II." .:
I certify that I have read the application and state that the above information is correct and that the information on the plans is accurate I agree to comply with all City
ordinances and State laws relating to building construction I hereby authorize representatives of the City of Carlsbad to enter upon the above mentioned property for inspection
purposes I ALSO AGREE TO SAVE INDEMNIFY AND KEEP HARMLESS THE CITY OF CARLSBAD AGAINST ALL LIABILITIES, JUDGEMENTS, COSTS AND
EXPENSES WHICH MAY IN ANY WAY ACCRUE AGAINST SAID CITY IN CONSEQUENCE OF THE GRANTING OF THIS PERMIT
OSHA An OSHA permit is required for excavations of 5 0 deep and demolition or construction of structures over 3 stories in height
EXPIRATION Every permit issued by the building Offic lal under the provisions of this Code shall expire by limitation and become null and void if the building or work authorized
by such permit is not commenced within 180 days from the date of such permit or if the building or work authorized by such permit is suspended or abandoned at any time after
the work is commenced for a period of 180 days (Se<tfic*ilfl£x4-4-yfljforrn Building Code)
APPLICANT S SIGNATURE ' . <Z/ . V,^— DATE JUne 1? 2°°6
Permit^ CB061845 Type Tl
Date Inspection Item
09/17/200719 Final Structural
09/17/200789 Final Combo
11/30/2006 89 Final Combo
11/03/2006 34 Rough Electric
11/03/200634 Rough Electric
11/03/2006 84 Rough Combo
11/03/2006 84 Rough Combo
10/27/2006 17 Interior Lath/Drywall
10/26/2006 14 Frame/Steel/Bolting/Weldm
10/24/2006 14 Frame/Steel/Bolting/Weldm
10/24/2006 31 Underground/Conduit Winn
10/23/2006 14 Frame/Steel/Boltmg/Weldin
10/23/2006 31 Underground/Conduit Winn
10/23/2006 34 Rough Electric
COMM
Inspector Act
Rl
PD
PD
PD
TP
PD
TP
PD
PD
PD
PD
PD
PD
PD
AP
CO
AP
NS
AP
NS
PA
PA
PA
PA
CO
CO
CO
LA COSTA SPA-2691 SF THEATRE
RENOVATION
Comments
CAN YOU FINAL?
HANDRAILS STEPS
CEILING
FLOOR WALL
WIRING IN FLOOR
NO APPROVED PLANS
Tuesday September 18 2007 Page 1 of 1
City of Carlsbad Bldg Inspection Request
For 09/17/2007
Permit* CB061845
Title LA COSTA SPA-2691 SF THEATRE
Description RENOVATION
Inspector Assignment PD
Sub Type COMM
2101 COSTA DEL MAR RD
Lot 0
Type Tl
Job Address
Suite
Location
OWNER K S L LA COSTA RESORT CORP
Owner K S L LA COSTA RESORT CORP
Remarks CAN YOU FINAL'
Phone
Inspec
Total Time Requested By CHRISTINE
Entered By CHRISTINE
CD Description
19,. Final Structural
Comments
Comments/Notices/Holds
Associated PCRs/CVs Original PC#
CV020692 CLOSED 11 MOLD AND ILI EGAL CONST (ROOF
PCR02289 ISSUED LA COSTA RESORT/MOVED WAU.S & REVISE I IGHTING (of. CLUBHOUSE FITNESS
PCR03017 ISSUED LA COSTA RESORT REVISE ELECTRICAL PLANS
PCR03059 ISSUED LA COSTA RESORT REV LOCKER RM PLANS PI IS I TO LEAVE HVAC AS IS
PCR03073 ISSUED LA COSTA KESORT& SPA MOVING WALLS
PCR04193 ISSUED LA COSTA RESTAURANT DEFERRED TRUSS SUBMMTAL AND REV STRUCT
PCR04212 ISSUED I A COSTA RESTAURANT REVISE PLUMB ELECT & MECHANICAL
Inspection History
Date Description
11/30/2006 89 Final Combo
11/03/2006 34 Rough Electric
11/03/2006 34 Rough Electric
11/03/2006 84 Rough Combo
11/03/2006 84 Rough Combo
10/27/2006 17 Interior Lath/Drywall
10/26/2006 14 Frame/Steel/Bolting/Weldmq
10/24/2006 14 Frame/Steel/Bolting/Weldmg
10/24/2006 31 Underground/Conduit Wiring
10/23/2006 14 Frame/Steel/Bolting/Welding
10/23/2006 31 Underground/Conduit Wiring
10/23/2006 34 Rough Electric
Act
CO
NS
AP
NS
AP
PA
PA
PA
PA
CO
CO
CO
Insp
PD
TP
PD
TP
PD
PD
PD
PD
PD
PD
PD
PD
Comments
HANDRAILS STEPS
CEILING
FLOOR WALL
WIRING IN FLOOR
NO APPROVED PLANS
City of Carlsbad Bldg Inspection Request
For 11/30/2006
Permit* CB061845
Title LA COSTA SPA-2691 SF THEATRE
Description RENOVATION
Inspector Assignment PD
2101 COSTA DEL MAR RD
Lot 0
Type Tl Sub Type COMM
Job Address
Suite
Location
APPLICANT AWBREY COOK MCGILL ARCHITECTS
Owner K S L LA COSTA RESORT CORP
Remarks p m please
Phone 7146814141
Inspector
Total Time
CD Description
19 Final Structural
29 Final Plumbing
39 Final Electrical
49 Final Mechanical
Requested By BRIAN
Entered By CHRISTINE
Act Comment
f
Comments/Notices/Holds
CV020692
PCR02289
PCR03017
PCR03059
PCR03073
PCR04193
PCR04212
Associated PCRs/CVs Original PC#
CLOSED II MOLD AND ILLEGAL CONST (ROOF
LA COSTA RESORT/MOVED WALLS & REVISE LIGIITING @ CLUBHOUSE FITNESS
LA COSTA RESORT REVISE ELECTRICAL PLANS
LA COSTA RESORT REV LOCKER RM PLANS PUS 1 TO LEAVE HVAC AS IS
LA COSTA RESORT& SPA MOVING WAI.I.S
LA COSTA RESTAURANT DEFERRED TRUSS SUBM1TTAL AND REV STRUCT
LA COSTA RESTAURANT REVISE PLUMB ELECT & MECHANICAL
ISSUED
ISSUED
ISSUED
ISSUED
ISSUED
ISSUED
Inspection History
Date Description Act
11/03/2006 34 Rough Electric NS
11/03/2006 34 Rough Electric AP
11/03/2006 84 Rough Combo NS
11/03/2006 84 Rough Combo AP
10/27/2006 17 Interior Lath/Drywall PA
10/26/2006 14 Frame/Steel/Bolting/Weldmc) PA
Insp
TP
PD
TP
PD
PD
PD
Comments
CEILING
CITY OF CARLSBAD
BUILDING DEPARTMENT
NOTICE
DATE /f-
LOCATION
PERMIT'KICJ
(760) 602-2700
1635 FARADAY AVENUE
TIME
D.
D r Ci&Jtf7i~*-^-» I -£
A'T'
FOR INSPECTION CALL (760) 602 2725 RE-INSPECTION FEE DUE1?
•7*0 2-2 7 o&
YES
FOR/FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT
PHONE
BUILDING INSPECTOR CODE ENFORCEMENT OFFICER
EsGil Corporation
In Partners Kip -with government for (Bui fding Safety
DATE 9/26/O6 a APEUCANT
"""JURISV
JURISDICTION City of Carlsbad "a-PtAfiREVIEWER
a FILE
PLAN CHECK NO 06-1845 SETHL
PROJECT ADDRESS 2101 Costa Del Mar Rd
PROJECT NAME La Costa Hotel and Resort - Theater Renovation
XI The plans transmitted herewith have been corrected where necessary and substantially comply
with the jurisdiction's building codes
The plans transmitted herewith will substantially comply with the jurisdiction's building codes
when minor deficiencies identified below are resolved and checked by building department staff
The plans transmitted herewith have significant deficiencies identified on the enclosed check list
and should be corrected and resubmitted for a complete techeck
The check list transmitted herewith is for your information The plans are being held at Esgil
Corporation until corrected plans are submitted for recheck
The applicant's copy of the check list is enclosed for the jurisdiction to forward to the applicant
contact person
The applicant's copy of the check list has been sent to
XI Esgil Corporation staff did not advise the applicant that the plan check has been completed
Esgil Corporation staff did advise the applicant that the plan check has been completed
Person contacted Telephone #
Date contacted (by ) Fax #
Mail Telephone Fax In Person
REMARKS
By Doug Moody Enclosures
Esgil Corporation
D GA D MB D EJ D PC 8/18/06 tmsmtldot
9320 Chesapeake Drive, Suite 208 O San Diego, California 92123 + (858)560-1468 4> Fax (858) 560-1576
EsGil Corporation
In fartnersnip wit A government for (But fifing Safety
DATE August 2, 2O06
JURISDICTION City of Carlsbad a PLAN REVIEWER
a FILE
PLAN CHECK NO 06-1845 SET II
PROJECT ADDRESS 2101 Costa Del Mar Rd
PROJECT NAME La Costa Hotel and Resort - Theater Renovation
The plans transmitted herewith have been corrected where necessary and substantially comply
with the jurisdiction's building codes
The plans transmitted herewith will substantially comply with the jurisdiction's building codes
when minor deficiencies identified below are resolved and checked by building department staff
The plans transmitted herewith have significant deficiencies identified on the enclosed check list
and should be corrected and resubmitted for a complete recheck
XI The check list transmitted herewith is for your information The plans are being held at Esgil
Corporation until corrected plans are submitted for recheck
The applicant's copy of the check list is enclosed for the jurisdiction to forward to the applicant
contact person
XI The applicant's copy of the check list has been sent to
Awbrey Cook Me Gill Architects
1045 14th Street Suite 100, San Diego, CA 92101-5701
Esgil Corporation staff did not advise the applicant that the plan check has been completed
XI Esgil Corporation staff did advise the applicant that the plan check has been completed
Person contacted Awbrey Cook Me Gill Architects Telephone # 619-398-3480
Date contacted S"/* /0& (by l^_) Fax # 619-398-3488
Mail "Telephone FaxtX In Person
1 REMARKS
By Steve Sanders for Doug Moody Enclosures
Esgil Corporation
D GA D MB D EJ D PC 7/24/06 tmsmUdot
9320 Chesapeake Drive, Suite-MS «> San Diego, California 92123 4 (858)560-1468 + Fax (858) 560-1576
City of Carlsbad 06-1845
August 2, 20O6
RECHECK PLAN CORRECTION LIST
JURISDICTION City of Carlsbad PLAN CHECK NO 06-1845
PROJECT ADDRESS 2101 Costa Del Mar Rd SET II
DATE PLAN RECEIVED BY DATE RECHECK COMPLETED
ESGIL CORPORATION 7/24/06 August 2, 2006
REVIEWED BY Steve Sanders for Doug Moody
FOREWORD (PLEASE READ)
This plan review is limited to the technical requirements contained in the Uniform Building Code,
Uniform Plumbing Code, Uniform Mechanical Code, National Electrical Code and state laws
regulating energy conservation, noise attenuation and disabled access This plan review is
based on regulations enforced by the Building Department You may have other corrections
based on laws and ordinances enforced by the Planning Department, Engineering Department
or other departments
The following items listed need clarification, modification or change All items must be satisfied
before the plans will be in conformance with the cited codes and regulations Per Sec 106 4 3,
1997 Uniform Building Code, the approval of the plans does not permit the violation of any
state, county or city law
A Please make all corrections on the original tracings and submit two new complete sets of
prints to Esgil Corp or to the bldg dept of the juris
B To facilitate recheckmg, please identify, next to each item, the sheet of the plans upon
which each correction on this sheet has been made and return this sheet with the
revised plans
C The following items have not been resolved from the previous plan reviews The original
correction number has been given for your reference In case you did not keep a copy of
the prior correction list, we have enclosed those pages containing the outstanding
corrections Please contact me if you have any questions regarding these items
D Please indicate here if any changes have been made to the plans that are not a result of
corrections from this list If there are other changes, please briefly describe them and where
they are located on the plans Have changes been made not resulting from this list?
aYes aNo
City of Carlsbad O6-1845
August 2, 2OO6
Please make all corrections on the original tracings, as requested in the correction list
Submit three sets of plans for commercial/industrial projects (two sets of plans for
residential projects) For expeditious processing, corrected sets can be submitted in one of
two ways
1 Deliver all corrected sets of plans and calculations/reports directly to the City of
Carlsbad Building Department, 1635 Faraday Ave , Carlsbad, CA 92008, (760) 602-2700
The City will route the plans to EsGil Corporation and the Carlsbad Planning, Engineering
and Fire Departments
2 Bring one corrected set of plans and calculations/reports to EsGil Corporation, 9320
Chesapeake Drive, Suite 208, San Diego, CA 92123, (858) 560-1468 Deliver all
remaining sets of plans and calculations/reports directly to the City of Carlsbad Building
Department for routing to their Planning, Engineering and Fire Departments
NOTE Plans that are submitted directly to EsGil Corporation only will not be reviewed by
the City Planning, Engineering and Fire Departments until review by EsGil Corporation is
complete
PAGE TWO OF THIS CORRECTION LIST PROVIDES INSTRUCTIONS FOR PLAN
CHECK RESPONSES PLEASE CLEARLY NOTE ON THE LIST WHERE EACH ITEM
CAN BE LOCATED
3 Please show the lift is permitted by the State of California Division of State Architects,
Access Compliance Section, the Department of Industrial Relations and the Division of
Occupational Safety and Health Show the lift comply with Chapter 11B and ASME
A17 1, Safety code for Elevator and Escalators Section XX, 1990 Please provide the
manufactures information for the lift and show this lift meets the referenced
requirements
5 Note on the plans "All interior finishes must comply with Chapter 8 of the UBC" Specify
"Class III flame spread rating (minimum) for A3 occupancies " The plans do not show
the "Class III" flame spread rating
6 Please provide electrical plans indicating all changes to the electrical system The City
requires electrical plans for commercial projects The plan check response states
the electrical will be design build Please provide electrical plans
7 Please note on the plans "AC Cable is not allowed in A, B, E, H, and I occupancies NM
cable is restricted (without City approval) to one and two family dwellings Note on plans
that an equipment ground conductor is to be installed in all flexible conduits" Please
provide this note on the electrical plans
8 Please indicate if the lighting system is to be altered, if so please provide complete plans
Please provide the required energy compliance forms The LTG-1-C forms shall be
signed and imprinted on the plans Please note on the plans the lighting is not to be
altered
City of Carlsbad 06-1845
August 2, 2O06
9 Please indicate if the mechanical system will be altered If so please provide complete
plans Please provide the required MECH-1-C forms to show energy compliance The
MECH-1-C forms shall be signed and imprinted to the plans Please note on the plans
the mechanical system will not be altered
10 When alterations, structural repairs or modifications oi additions are made to an existing
building, that building, or portion of the building affected, is required to comply with all of the
requirements for new buildings, per Section 1134B 2 These requirements apply as follows
a) The area of specific alteration, repair or addition must comply as "new" construction
b) A primary entrance to the building and the primary path of travel to the altered
area, must be shown to comply with all accessibility features Please expand the
information on the plans showing full compliance with all disabled access path of
travel requirements
Please indicate here if any changes have been made to the plans that are not a result of
corrections from this list If there are other changes, please briefly describe them and
where they are located in the plans
Have changes been made to the plans not resulting from this correction list? Please
indicate
Yes Q No a
The jurisdiction has contracted with Esgil Corporation located at 9320 Chesapeake Drive,
Suite 208, San Diego, California 92123, telephone number of 858/560-1468, to perform
the plan review for your project If you have any questions regarding these plan review
items, please contact Steve Sanders for Doug Moody at Esgil Corporation Thank
you
EsGil Corporation
In (Partnership with government for (BuiUmg Safety
DATE 7/11/O6 a APPLICANT
JURISDICTION City of Carlsbad /a PLAN REVIEWER
a FILE
PLAN CHECK NO 06-1845 SET I
PROJECT ADDRESS 2101 Costa Del Mar Rd
PROJECT NAME La Costa Hotel and Resort - Theater Renovation
The plans transmitted herewith have been corrected where necessary and substantially comply
with the jurisdiction's building codes
The plans transmitted herewith will substantially comply with the jurisdiction's building codes
when minor deficiencies identified below are resolved and checked by building department staff
The plans transmitted herewith have significant deficiencies identified on the enclosed check list
and should be corrected and resubmitted for a complete recheck
XJ The check list transmitted herewith is for your information The plans are being held at Esgil
Corporation until corrected plans are submitted for recheck
The applicant's copy of the check list is enclosed for the jurisdiction to forward to the applicant
contact person
X3 The applicant's copy of the check list has been sent to
Awbrey Cook Me Gill Architects
1045 14th Street Suite 100, San Diego, CA 92101-5701
Esgil Corporation staff did not advise the applicant that the plan check has been completed
X] Esgil Corporation staff did advise the applicant that the plan check has been completed
Person contacted Awbrey Cook Me Gill Architects Telephone # 619-398-3480
Date contacted M& (by-fa-) Fax # 619-398-3488
Mail —^Telephone Fax-^fn Person
REMARKS
By Doug Moody Enclosures
Esgil Corporation
D GA D MB D EJ D PC 6/29/Oe trnsmtldot
9320 Chesapeake Drive, Suite ,'08 «> San Diego, California 92123 *• (858)560-1468 * Fax (858) 560-1576
City of Carlsbad 06-1845
7/11/06
PLAN REVIEW CORRECTION LIST
TENANT IMPROVEMENTS
PLAN CHECK NO 06-1845
OCCUPANCY A3
TYPE OF CONSTRUCTION III1HR
ALLOWABLE FLOOR AREA
SPRINKLERS'? Yes
REMARKS
DATE PLANS RECEIVED BY
JURISDICTION 6/27/06
DATE INITIAL PLAN REVIEW
COMPLETED 7/11/06
JURISDICTION City of Carlsbad
USE Theater
ACTUAL AREA 269 Isf
STORIES 1
HEIGHT
OCCUPANT LOAD 179
DATE PLANS RECEIVED BY
ESGIL CORPORATION 6/29/06
PLAN REVIEWER Doug Moody
FOREWORD (PLEASE READ)
This plan review is limited to the technical requirements contained in the Uniform Building Code,
Uniform Plumbing Code, Uniform Mechanical Code, National Electrical Code and state laws
regulating energy conservation, noise attenuation and access for the disabled This plan review
is based on regulations enforced by the Building Department You may have other corrections
based on laws and ordinances enforced by the Planning Department, Engineering Department,
Fire Department or other departments Clearance from Ihose departments may be required
prior to the issuance of a building permit
Code sections cited are based on the 1997 UBC
The following items listed need clarification, modification or change All items must be satisfied
before the plans will be in conformance with the cited codes and regulations Per Sec 106 4 3,
1997 Uniform Building Code, the approval of the plans does not permit the violation of any
state, county or city law
To speed up the recheck process, please note on this list (or a copy) where each
correction item has been addressed, i e . plan sheet number, specification section, etc
Be sure to enclose the marked up list when you submit the revised plans
TENANT IMPROVEMENTS WITHOUT SPECIFIC ENERGY DATA OR POLICY SUPPLEMENTS (1997UBC)tiforw dot
.City of Carlsbad O6-1845
7/11/06
Please make all corrections on the original tracings, as requested in the correction
list Submit three sets of plans for commercial/industrial projects (two sets of plans
for residential projects) For expeditious processing, corrected sets can be
submitted in one of two ways
1 Deliver all corrected sets of plans and calculations/reports directly to the City of
Carlsbad Building Department, 1635 Faraday Ave , Carlsbad, CA 92008, (760)
602-2700 The City will route the plans to EsGil Corporation and the Carlsbad
Planning, Engineering and Fire Departments
2 Bring one corrected set of plans and calculations/reports to EsGil Corporation,
9320 Chesapeake Drive, Suite 208, San Diego, CA 92123, (858) 560-1468
Deliver all remaining sets of plans and calculations/reports directly to the City of
Carlsbad Building Department for routing to their Planning, Engineering and Fire
Departments
NOTE Plans that are submitted directly to EsGil Corporation only will not be
reviewed by the City Planning, Engineering and Fire Departments until review by
EsGil Corporation is complete
1 Provide a statement on the Title Sheet of the plans stating that this project shall
comply with the 2001 editions of the California Building/Plumbmg/Mechanical
Codes and the 2004 edition of the California Electrical Code, which adopt the
1997 UBC, 2000 UMC, 2000 UPC and the 2002 NEC
On the first sheet of the plans indicate
• The floor area of the remodeled area, clarify the area of improvement the
theater appears to be only 2691 square feel or is the scale incorrect?
Type of construction of the existing building,
• Sprinklers Yes or No
• Present and proposed occupancy classifications of the remodel area,
• The story where the tenant improvement is located,
• The occupant load of the remodel area(s)
Please show the lift is permitted by the State of California Division of State
Architects, Access Compliance Section, the Department of Industrial Relations
and the Division of Occupational Safety and Health Show the lift comply with
Chapter 11B and ASME A17 1, Safety code foi Elevator and Escalators Section
XX, 1990
Please provide plans and calculations signed by the California State licensed
engineer or architect for the structural support of the new raised floor at the lift
Include all calculations and finding on the plans Please include the California
license number, seal, date of license expiration and date plans are signed
Business and Professions Code
Note on the plans "All interior finishes must comply with Chapter 8 of the UBC"
Specify "Class III flame spread rating (minimum) for A3 occupancies "
Please provide electrical plans indicating all changes to the electrical system
> City of Carlsbad 06-1845
7/11/06
7 Please note on the plans "AC Cable is not allowed in A, B, E, H, and I
occupancies MM cable is restricted (without City approval) to one and two
family dwellings Note on plans that an equipment ground conductor is to be
installed in all flexible conduits"
8 Please indicate if the lighting system is to be altered, if so please provide
complete plans Please provide the required energy compliance forms The LTG-
1-C forms shall be signed and imprinted on the plans
9 Please indicate if the mechanical system will be altered If so please provide
complete plans Please provide the required MECH-1-C forms to show energy
compliance The MECH-1-C forms shall be signed and imprinted to the plans
10 When alterations, structural repairs or modifications or additions are made to an
existing building, that building, or portion of the building affected, is required to
comply with all of the requirements for new buildings, per Section 1134B 2 These
requirements apply as follows
a) The area of specific alteration, repair or addition must comply as "new"
construct ion
b) A primary entrance to the building and the primary path of travel to the
altered area, must be shown to comply with all accessibility features
c) Existing sanitary facilities that serve the remodeled area must be shown to
comply with all accessibility features
11 It is unclear from the plans if the restrooms servicing the tenant improvement are
disabled accessible, please provide a dimensioned restroom plans showing the
restroom to be accessible compliant
12 Revise plans to clearly show that accessible seating is provided and noted as
follows, per Section 1104B 3 1
d) Seating and toilet facilities in public amusement and/or resort areas shall be
provided in a variety of locations such that a choice of sightlmes is available
e) Show a minimum of accessible seats as follows,
i) >4 but 526 total seats = >1
n) >27 but £§0 total seats = 2
in) >b1 but ^BOO total seats = 4
iv) >301 but fSOO total seats = 6
v) >500 total seats = 1 additional seat for each additional 100 seats
f) Readily removable seats may be installed in wheelchair spaces when not
required to accommodate wheelchair users
g) Show >1 % (with minimum of 2 seats) for semiambulant persons with >24"
clear space in front of the seats
-City of Carlsbad 06-1845
7/11/06
h) Show minimum clear space for wheelchairs, per Section 1104B 3 6
i) Floor surface is required to be slip resistant
j) Accessible viewing positions may be clustered on levels providing
accessible egress in balconies and other areas with <300 occupants and
seating slopes ^5%, per Section 1104B 3 5
To speed up the review process, note on this list (or a copy) where each
correction item has been addressed, i e , plan sheet, note or detail number,
calculation page, etc
Please indicate here if any changes have been made to the plans that are not a
result of corrections from this list If there are other changes, please briefly
describe them and where they are located in the plans
Have changes been made to the plans not resulting from this correction list?
Please indicate
Yes Q No a
The jurisdiction has contracted with Esgil Corporation located at 9320
Chesapeake Drive, Suite 208, San Diego, California 92123, telephone number of
858/560-1468, to perform the plan review for your project If you have any
questions regarding these plan review items, please contact Doug Moody at
Esgil Corporation Thank you
City' of Carlsbad 06-1845
7/11/06
VALUATION AND PLAN CHECK FEE
JURISDICTION City of Carlsbad PLAN CHECK NO 06-1845
PREPARED BY Doug Moody DATE 7/11/06
BUILDING ADDRESS 2101 Costa Del Mar Rd
BUILDING OCCUPANCY A3 TYPE OF CONSTRUCTION III1HR
BUILDING
PORTION
Tl
Air Conditioning
Fire Sprinklers
TOTAL VALUE
Jurisdiction Code
Rlrln Pprmif FPP hv Ordina
AREA
(Sq Ft)
2691
cb
nrp V i
Valuation
Multiplier
3437
By Ordinance
Reg
Mod
VALUE ($)
92,490
92,490
&CM f\ &4!pOlU bl
Plan Check Fee by Ordinance
Type of Review \2
] Repetitive Fee
~j Repeats
Comments
$331 90
Complete Review
D Other
i—I Hourly
G Structural Only
Hour
Esgil Plan Review Fc $285 94
Sheet 1 of 1
macvalue doc
PLANNING/ENGINEERING APPROVALS
PERMIT NUMBER £B.DATE
ADDRESS 2-f
RESIDENTIAL
RESIDENTIAL ADDITION MINOR
« $10.000.001
PLAZA CAMINO REAL
CARLSBAD COMPANY STORES
VILLAGE FAIRE
COMPLETE OFFICE BUILDING
OTHER
PLANNER
ENGINEER
V
DATE
DATE
Carlsbad Fire Department BUILDING OEPT.
COPY
Plan Review Requirements Category TI, COMM
Date of Report 07-24-2006 Reviewed by
Name
Address
Permit # CB061845
Job Name 65 89 SF THEATRE RENOVATION
Job Address 2101 COSTA DEL MAR RD CHAD
IMWttHHKEiiM^^JgjH^ou have submitted for review is incomplete At this time, this office cannot
adequately conduct a review to determine compliance with the applicable codes and/or standards Please review
carefully all comments attached Please resubmit the necessary plans and/or specifications, with changes "clouded",
to this office for review and approval
Conditions
Tond CON000149I
1ET] ** APPROVETJTHIS PROJECT HAS BEEN REVIEWED
THE PURPOSES OF ISSUANCE
OF BUILDING PERMIT
THIS APPROVAL IS SUBJECT TO FIELD INSPECTION
AND REQUIRED TEST, NOTATIONS HEREON,
CONDITIONS IN CORRESPONDENCE
AND CONFORMANCE WITH ALL APPLICABLE REGULATIONS
THIS APPROVAL SHALL NOT BE HELD TO PERMIT
OR APPROVE THE VIOLATION OF ANY LAW
1 Provide requisite information on materials to be used on insulated wall panels
2 Provide proper signage on Projection Room door stating "SAFETY FILM ONLY PERMITTED IN THIS
ROOM" CBC 406 1 2
3 Provide detail of projection room port or opening CBC 406 4
4 Provide details of Projection Booth supply air and exhaust air CBC 406 5 2
5 Provide plan showing EXIT hgthing including low level and aisle marking
6 Provide EXIT door details showing that existing doors comply with exiting and Fire-rating
requirements
Entry 07/03/2006 By GR Action CO Entry 07/24/2006 By GR Action AP
Carlsbad Fire Department BUILDING DEPT.
COPY
Plan Review Requirements Category TI, COMM
Date of Report 07-03-2006
Name
Address
Reviewed by
Permit # CB061845
Job Name 6589 SF THEATRE RENOVATION
Job Address 2101 COSTA DEL MAR RD CBAD
INCOMPLETE The item you have submitted for review is incomplete At this time, this office cannot
adequately conduct a review to determine compliance with the applicable codes and/or standards Please review
carefully all comments attached Please resubmit the necessary plans and/or specifications, with changes "clouded",
to this office for review and approval
Conditions
/Cond CON0001496
[NOT MET] 1 Provide requisite information on materials to be used on insulated wall panels
2 Provide proper signage on Projection Room door stating "SAFETY FILM ONLY PERMITTED IN THIS
ROOM" CBC 406 1 2
3 Pro vide detail of projection room port or opening CBC 406 4
4 Provide details of Projection Booth supply air and exhaust air CBC 406 5 2
5 Provide plan showing EXIT ligthmg including low level and aisle marking
6 Provide EXIT door details showing that existing doors comply with exiting and Fire-rating
requirements
Entry 07/03/2006 By GR Action CO
BURKETT & WONG
Structural & Civil Engineers & Surveyors
3434 Fourth Avenue • San Diego, CA 92103-4911
Tel (619) 299-5550 • Fax (619) 299-9934
DATE- JULY, 2006
ENGINEER- CEC
JOB No 9566A
STRUCTURAL CALCULATIONS
100%SUBMITTAL
FOR
LA COSTA THEATER RENOVATION
AWBREY COOK McGiLL ARCHITECTS
104514THSTSTE 100
SAN DIEGO, CA 92101-5701
burkett
structural ft civil engineers
PROJECT "
Tic
Beam M1
Shape 400S200-43
Material A570 33
Length 4 5 ft
I Joint N1
J Joint N2
LC1 L+D
Code Check 0 264 (bending)
Report Based On 97 Sections
A ,
k-ft
-196 at 4 5 ft
- 22 at 2 25 ft
5 048 at 2 25 ft
1-
My k-ft
>!l/S/ 7999 ASD Code Check
Max Bending Check
Location
Equation
R (c3 1 3)
Fy
Pn
Tn
Mny
Mnz
Vny
Vnz
Cb
Not Used
33ksi
10 592 k
13266k
496 k-ft
1 395 k-ft
2968k
3157k
1
0264
?25ft
C521-2
Max Shear Check 0110(y)
Location 0 ft
Max Defl Ratio L/2078
Y-Y Z-Z
Cm 6 85
Lb 45ft 45ft
KL/r 70627 33461
Sway No No
LComp Flange 45ft
L
-"o
op
II
CLCO"(0COooCMCO
Beam M1
Shape 400S200-43
Material A570 33
Length 2 1 ft
I Joint N1
J Joint N2
LC1 L+D
Code Check 0172 (bending)
Report Based On 97 Sections
HCX*-
A ITK
T l, «.
fa - Irci
Dy \ / in
- 004 at 1 05 ft
274 at 0 ft
S^,
\l\l ^"^ . tfVV — *<r"r~: ~ K
- 274 at 2 1 ft
Mz k ft
-144 at 1 05ft
3 298 at 1 05 ft
k
TC «"™E^-*^*^;^w**i» KSI
\/ T If
MX; If ft
-3 298 at 1 05 ft
AIS1 1999 ASD Code Check
Max Bending Check 0172 Max Shear Check 0154(y)
Location 1 05 ft Location 0 ft
Equation C521-2 Max Defl Ratio L/6815
R (c3 1 3) Not Used
Fy 33ksi Y-Y Z-Z
Pn 10592k Cm 6 85
Tn 13266k Lb 21ft 21ft
Mny 496k-ft KL/r 32959 15615
Mnz 1 4 k-ft Sway No No
V^ ll$t LComp Range 2 1 «
Cb 1
ACOBD, CERTIFICATE OF LIABILITY INSURANC^'^ °9
PRODUCER"
Beissel Insurance Service, Inc
13732 Newport Avenue, Suite #4
P O Box 749
Tustin CA 92781
Phone 714-838-0601 Fax 714-731-7166
INSURED
KR Commercial Interiors , Inc754 N Batavia StreetOrange CA 92869
i ._ . ...
DATE (MM/DDrTO
08/31/06
THIS CERTIFICATE IS ISSUED AS A MATTER OF INFORMATION
ONLY AND CONFERS NO RIGHTS UPON THE CERTIFICATE
HOLDER THIS CERTIFICATE DOES NOT AMEND, EXTEND OR
ALTER THE COVERAGE AFFORDED BY THE POLICIES BELOW
INSURERS AFFORDING COVERAGE
INSURER A Mt Hawley Insurance Company
INSURERS Peerless Insurance Company
INSURER c Clarendon Insurance Company
INSURER D
INSURER E
COVERAGES
ANY REQUIREMENT TERM OR CONDITION OF ANY CONTRACT OR OTHER DOCUMENT WITH RESPECT TO WHICH THIS CERTIFICATE MAY BE ISSUED OR
MAY PERTAIN THE INSURANCE AFFORDED BY THE POLICIES DESCRIBED HEREIN IS SUBJECT TO ALL THE TERMS EXCLUSIONS AND CONDITIONS OF SUCH
POLICIES AGGREGATE LIMITS SHOWN MAY HAVE BEEN REDUCED BY PAID CLAIMSm
A
B
A
C
B
TYPE OF INSURANCE
GENERAL LIABILITY
X COMMERCIAL GENERAL LIABILITY
| CLAIMS MADE [ | OCCUR
X Owner/Cont Prot
GENT AGGREGATE LIMIT APPLIES PER
| POLICY [x~] SECT 1 1 LOC
AUTOMOBILE LIABILITY
X ANY AUTO
ALL OWNED AUTOS
SCHEDULED AUTOS
X HIRED AUTOS
X NON-OWNED AUTOS
GARAGE LIABILITY
ANY AUTO
EXCESS LIABILITY
X | OCCUR | | CLAIMS MADE
DEDUCTIBLE
RETENTION $
WORKERS COMPENSATION AND
EMPLOYERS LIABILITY
OTHER
Bailee Coverage
POLICY NUMBER
MGL 0148641
BA8061021
EMX0305107
01KR-0031-725
CBP9621165
TOLICY EFFECTIVEDATE (MM/DD/YY)
09/01/06
09/01/06
09/01/06
12/31/05
09/01/06
W3LICYEXPIRAT1ONDATE (MM/DD/YY)
09/01/07
09/01/07
09/01/07
12/31/06
09/01/07
LIMITS
EACH OCCURRENCE
FIRE DAMAGE (Any one fire)
MED EXP (Any one person)
PERSONAL & ADV INJURY
GENERAL AGGREGATE
PRODUCTS COMP/OPAGG
COMBINED SINGLE LIMIT(Ea accident)
BODILY INJURY
(Per person)
BODILY INJURY
(Per accident)
PROPERTY DAMAGE
(Per accident)
AUTO ONLY EA ACCIDENT
OTHFR THAW ^ ACC
AUTO ONLY AGG
EACH OCCURRENCE
AGGREGATE
,, WCSTAIU i IOTH
X TORY LIMITS 1 1 ER
EL EACH ACCIDENT
B L DISEASE EA EMPLOYEE
EL DISEASE POLICY LIMIT
$1,000,000
$50,000
$5,000
$1,000,000
$2,000,000
$1,000,000
$1,000,000
$
$
$
$
$
$
$5,000,000
$5,000,000
$
$
$
$$1,000,000
$$1,000,000
s $1,000, 000
SF, RC $450,000
Ded 500
DESCRIPTION OF OPERATIONS/LOCATIONS/VEHICLES/EXCLUSIONS ADDED BY ENDORSEMENT/SPECIAL PROVISION'*
*Except 10 day notice of cancellation for non payment of premium and/or non
reporting of payroll Certificate holder is named as addi bional insured per
attached form CGL 216 (04/98) Re La Costa Resort & Spa, Carlsbad, CA
CERTIFICATE HOLDER Y ADDITIONAL INSURED INSURER LETTER A CANCELLATION
KSLLACO SHOULD ANY OF THE ABOVE DESCRIBED POLICIES BE CANCELLED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION
DATE THEREOF 1 HE ISSUING INSURER WILL ENDEAVOR TO MAIL 30 DAYS WRITTEN
KSL La Costa Resort Co , LLC NOTICE TO THE CERTIFICATE HOLDER NAMED TO THE LEFT BUT FAILURE TO DO so SHALL
2100 Costa del Mar Ro-id IMPOSE NO OBLIGATION OR LIABILITY OF ANY KIND UPON THE INSURER ITS AGENTS OR
Carlahad CA 0,2000. ' REPRESENTATHVL^ «->
1
AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE sawC
RichardLu. B&Lssel t } ,<& J
ACORD 25-S (7/97)"iWCORtfCORPORATION 1988
SAFETY STANDARD FOR PLATFORM LIFTS AND
STAIRWAY CHAIRLIFTS
ASMEA181 2003
(03)
solid state deviie an element that can control current flow
without moving parts
speed governor a continuously operating speed monitor-
ing and detection dev ice that, at predetermined speeds,
pro\ ides signals to the con trailer and imparts a retarding
force to activate the platform lift or counterweight safety,
or stairway chairlift
starters iontrol panel an assembly of devices by means
of which the starter may control the manner m which
a lift functions
*tatu bwitilung switching of circuits by means of solid
state dev ices
*top witih sec emergcmy stop bwitih
supply piping the piping for a hydraulic driving machine
between the control valves and the driving member of
the dnv mg machine
lermina1 landing sec landing
hrmina1 stopping devu i, final a dev ice that automatically
causes the power to be removed from the driving
machine motor and brake, or from a hydraulic driving
machine, independent of the functioning of the normal
terminal stopping device, the operating device, or any
emergency terminal speed limiting dev ice, after the plat-
form lift or stairway chairlift has passed a terminal
landing
termina' stopping devue, niathme final (stop-motion switih)
a final terminal stopping device opeiated directly by
the driving machine.
termma1 stopping dtWic, normal a device or devices to
slow down and stop a platform lift or stairway chairlift
automatically at or near a terminal landing indepen-
dently of the functioning of the operating device.
travel (rise) the vertical distance between the bottom
terminal landing and the top terminal landing
traveling table a cable made up of electric conductors,
\vhich prov ides electrical connection between a platfoim
lift or stairway chairlift and a fixed outlet in the runway
valley break, a broken wire in a wire rope m which the
outside wire of a strand breaks in the immediate vicinity
of the point where it contacts a wire or wires of an
adjacent strand, generally at a point not v isible when
the wire rope is examined externally One end of the
broken wire is long enough to reach from one valley to
the next one and the other end of the broken wire genei-
ally cannot be seen
vertical platform lift a powered hoisting and lowering
mechanism designed to transport mobility -impaired
persons on a guided platform that tiavcls vertically
weatherproof so constiucted or protected that exposure
to the \vealhei will not interfeie with its successful oper-
ation
window an assembly consisting of a surrounding frame
and one or more sashes, ventilators, or fixed lights, or
a combination of these, designed to be installed in a
wall opening for the purpose of admitting light or air,
or both
worknig pribsun the pressure measured at the cylinder
of a hydraulic driving machine when the platform lift
or stairway chairlift are lifting their rated load at rated
speed
1 4 Reference Codes, Standards, and Specifications
This section covers the codes, standards, and specifi-
cations incorporated in this Standard by reference, the
specific editions that are applicable, and the rules of this
Standard that reference each document (sec Table 1 4-
1) This section also lists the names and addresses of
the organizations from which these documents may be
procured (sec Table 1 4-2)
Only that portion of the code, standard, or specifica-
tion as specified by the rules in this Standard is appli-
cable
2 VERTICAL PLATFORM LIFTS1
Section 2 applies to vertical platform lifts installed in
locations other than in or at a private residence for use
by the mobility impaired
2.1 Runways
Runways shall be installed in accordance with paras
2 1 1, 2.1 2, or 2 13 Runway construction for lifts that
penetrate a floor must comply with para 2 1 1 and with
the building code
2 l.l Runway Enclosure Provided
2 1 1.1 The runway shall be guarded by a solid
enclosure extending from the lowest landing to a height
of at least 42 in (1 067 mm) above the uppermost land-
ing The enclosure shall withstand, without permanent
deformation, a force of 125 Ibf (556 N) applied on any
4 in (102 mm) by 4 m (102 mm) area The interior of
the lunway enclosure shall present a smooth surface
2112 The runway entrance shall be guarded at
the upper landing by a door of unpcrforated construc-
tion not wider than the platform plus 1 m (254 mm)
The door shall be self-closing and at least 42 m (I 067
mm) high The runway side of the door shall present a
smooth surface The door shall be located not more than
3 in (76 mm) from the platform sill
2 1 1.3 The runway entrances at all but the upper-
most landing shall be guarded by unperforated self-
closing doors not wider than the platform plus 1 in
1 See section S for Ihe requirement for Ihis equipment installed
m or it a pnviU. n_s.icknci.
In ilu. \nurii in ol Miih iwcal I
ASMEA181 2003 SAFETY STANDARD FOR PLATFORM LIFTS AND
STAIRWAY CHAIRLIFTS
(03)Table 1.4-1 Reference Documents
ANSI A10 4 Gatest edition)
ICC/AN SI AH 7 1 1998
ASME A 120 1 (latest edition)
ANSI 297 1 1984
ASME B29 1 1975
AWS 01 1 (latest edition)
AWS 01 3 (latest edition)
NFPA 70 (latest edition)
NFPA99 Gatest edition)
ASME A17 1 1997 (and later
editions)
ASME A90 1 (latest edition)
ASTM A 307 84a
ASTM A 502 83a
ASTM D 241292
ASTM E 8 (latest edition)
CAN/CSA B44 1/ASME A17 5
(latest edition)
16 CFR Part 120186
National Building Code
(latest edition)
Standard Building Code
(latest edition)
Uniform Building Code ilatest
edition)
Standard
Safety Requirements for Personnel Hoists
Guidelines for Accessible and Usable Buildings and
Facilities
Safety Requirements for Powered Platforms for
Building Maintenance
Performance Specifications and Methods or Test For
Safety Glazing Material Used in Buildings
Precision Power Transmission Roller Chains,
Attachments and Sprockets
Structural Welding Code - Steel
Structural Welding Code - Sheet Steel
National Electrical Code0
Standard for Health Care Facilities
Safety Code for Elevators and Escalators
Safety Standard Tor Manlifts
Specifications for Carbon Steel. Externally and
Internally Threaded Standard Fasteners
Specifications for Steel Structural Rivets
Test Method Tor Determination of External Loading
Characteristics of Plastic Pipe by Parallel Plate
Standard Test Methods for Tension Testing of
Metallic Materials
Elevator and Escalator Electrical Equipment
Architectural Glazing Standards and Related
Materials
A18 References
1 1 2
2 1 5, 3 1 4 2 and
3 10 1
1 1 2
36 43 and 6 64 3
2315. 2381 3315.
335 1,4312, 435 1,
5315 5381,6315
6351,7312, and
7351
9 1 1 and 9 1 2
912
2161. 2 1091.
3 1 6 1, 3 10 7 1, 4 1 3,
41031,5 1 41,
5 1091,6 161,
6 10 6 1, 7 1 3, and
71031
2113
1 1 2
112
2222, 3211, 5211
62 1 1, and 81 22
2223 3211, 5211
and 6 2 1 1
8148
95 1
2162 2 10 9 2,
3 1 6 2, 3 10 7 2. 4 1 4,
41032, 5 1 42,
51092,6162
6 10 6 2, 7 1 4 and
T 1032
36 43 and 6 64 3
1 3
13
I 3
Available From
ANSI
ANSI
ASME
ANSI
ASME
AWS
AWS
NFPA
NFPA
ASME
ASME
ASTM
ASTM
ASTM
ASTM
ASME
CPSC
BOCA
SBCC!
ICBO
llK XltKCKlM SvKlLK Ol Mtthlllltul f t1gHU,CW
i f i 11. „ <
(03)
Space necessary for operation shall reject a ball / in
(13 mm) in diameter The lift side of the landing doois
and sill shall present a smooth surface located not closer
than '4 "i (95 mm) nor more than 4 in (19 mm) from
the platform floor
2114 All doors shall he provided with a combi
nation mechanical lock and electric contact Locking
devices shall be protected against tampering fiom the
landing side The locking devices mav permit a door to
be opened only if the platform floor is within 2 in (51
mm) of tlie respective landing They shall permit the
platfoim to move awav from the landing under control
of the normal operating device if the door is closed
but not locked, provided that the device will cause the
001 In, tbv \m<-n<,w Vxw.lv rtt MiLliiutcal t iin<m,m
ASME A18 1 2003 SAFETY STANDARD FOR PLATFORM LIFTS AND
STAIRWAY CHAIRUFTS
(03)
platform to stop if it moves away from the landing more
than 2m (51 mm) before the door is locked Doors shall
withstand, without peimanent deformation, a force of
125 Ibf (556 N) applied on any 4 in (102 mm) by 4 in
(102 mm) area
2115 No hardware shall project beyond the ver-
tical Imeof trav el of the platfoi m, exceptfor that required
for dooi locks
2116 The running clearance between the
entrance and exit sides of the platform floor and the
interior of the runway enclosures shall be not less than3/g in (95 mm) nor more than 3/C in (19 mm)
2 1 1.7 The platfoi m enclosure walls on the sides
not used for entrance or exit shall be of smooth construc-
tion to a height of at least 42 m (1 067 mm) above
the platform floor with no openings other than those
necessary for operation Openings necessary for opera-
tion shall reject a ball 1/z in (13 mm) in diametci A grab
rail extending the full length of either side wall shall be
provided at a height of 34 in (865 mm) to 38 m (965mm)
The running clearance between the platform enclosure
walls and the runway enclosure shall be not less than
2 in (51 mm) nor more than 3 in (76 mm)
2 1.1 8 If the runway enclosure extends to a mini-
mum height of 7 ft 0 in (2 134 mm) above the upper
landing, consists of transparent walls, is exposed to
direct sunlight, and is enclosed with a solid roof, forced
ventilation with a minimum air handling capacity of
one ai r change per minute based on net inside enclosure
volume shall be provided The ventilation shall be pei-
mitted to be thermostatically controlled, in which case,
it shall be set to activate at a temperature not to exceed
90°F (32 22°Q An auxiliary power source capable of
providing the minimum air handling capacity for 1 hr
shall be provided Ventilating fans or blowers if used,
shall be located outside the enclosure, or if inside the
enclosuie, provide a minimum headroom cleaiance of
7 ft 0 in (2 134 mm)
2.1.2 Partial Runway Enclosure Provided
2 1 2.1 The area under the platform shall be f
to move away from the landing under control
of the normal operating device if the door is closed
but not locked, prov ided that the dev ice w ill cause the
platform to stop if it moves more than 2 in (51 mm)
away from the landing before the door is locked
2.1 2 6 The platform side of the landing doors and
sills shall present a smooth surface and shall not project
beyond the vertical line of travel of the platform No
hardware shall project beyond the vertical line of travel
of the platform, except for that required for door locks
and electric contacts The doors shall withstand, without
permanent deformation, a force of 125 Ibf (556 N)
applied on any 4 in (102 mm) by 4 in (102 mm) area
2 1.2,7 Smooth vertical fascias of unperforated
construction shall be securely fastened from the top ter-
minal landing sill and any intermediate landing sill to
the level of the bottom terminal landing sill They shall
be equal to or stiongcr than 0 0598 m (1 519 mm) sheet
steel and guard the full width of the platform floor The
fascias shall not be permanently deformed when a foice
of 125 Ibf (556 N) is applied on any 4 in (102 mm) by
4 in (102 mm) area
2.1 2 8 The platform enclosure walls on the sides
not used for entrance or exit shall be of smooth construc-
tion to a height of at least 42 in (1 067 mm) above
In Hit \iiHrii-iti Viui.l\ D| Mnlii'iicul I n juntas
SAFETY STANDARD FOR PLATFORM LIFTS AND
STAIRWAY CHAIRLIFTS
ASME A18 1 2003
the platform flooi with no openings, other than those
necessary for operation Openings necessary for opera-
tion shall reject a ball V* in (13 mm) in diameter A grab
rail extending the full length of cither side wall shall be
provided at a height of 34 in (865 mm) to 38 in (965
mm) The running clearance between thcplatform enclo-
sure wall and the v ertical face of the machine housing
shall be not less than 2 m (51 mm) nor more than 3 in
(76 mm) Where an obstruction or suiface less than 42
in (1 067 mm) abox e the top landing other than machine
housing, stationar> guard panels shutter t>pe (telescop-
ing) guard panels or sides used for entering and exiting
is within 12 in (305 mm) of the platform enclosure walls
and presents a pinching, shearing, or crushing hazard, a
smooth continuous suiface shall be provided extending
fiom the lower landing to a height of not less than 42
in (1 067 mm) above the top landing Where an obstruc-
tion or surface is between 42 in (1 067 mm) and 80 in
(2 000 mm) above the top landing a smooth continuous
surface shall be prov idcd extending from the lower land-
ing to a height of not less than 3 m (76 mm) abo\e the
obstruction The continuous suiface shall be located on
the lift side of the obstruction not closer than 2 m (51
mm) to the platform enclosuie walls.
(03) 2.1 3 Runway Enclosure Not Provided
2.1.3.1 The runway entrance shall be guaided at
the upper landing by a dooi of unperforated construc-
tion The dooi shall be self-closing, at least 42 m (1 067
mm) high, and withstand, without permanent deforma-
tion, a force of 125 Ibf (556 N) applied on a 4 m (102
mm) by 4 in (102 mm) area The door shall be located
not more than 3 in (76 mm) fiom the platform sill
2132 The runwa> entrance shall be guarded at
any intermediate landing b> a door of unperforated
constiuction not wider than the entrance to thcplatform
plus 1 in (25 4 mm) The door shall be self-closing and
extend to a height of at least 42 m (1 067 mm) above
the top tciminal landing The lift side of the door and
sill shall present a smooth surface located not closer
than •% m (95 mm) nor more than :tf m (19 mm) from
the access edge of the platform floor
2133 Smooth vertical fascias of unperforated
constiuction shall be securely fastened from the top ter-
minal landing sill and any intermediate landing sill to
the level of the bottom terminal landing sill The> shall
be equal to or stronger than 00598 m (1 519 mm) sheet
steel and guard the full w idth of theplatform The fascias
shall not be pcimanently deformed when a force of 125
Ibf (556 N) is applied on any 4 m (102 mm) by 4 in
(102 mm) area
2 1 3 ft The side of the platform providing access
to the lowci landing shall be guarded by a platform
door of unperforated construction The door shall be
self-closing, at least 42 in (1 067 mm) high, and with-
stand, without permanent deformation, a force of 125
Ibf (556 N) on a 4 in (102 mm) by 4 in (102 mm) area
2.1.3.5 The sides of the platform not used for
entrance or exit shall be guarded by walls of smooth
construction with no openings, other than those neces-
sary for the operation of the lift, to a height of at least 42
in (1 067 mm) Those openings necessary for operation
shall reject a ball !< in (13 mm) in diameter A grab bar
extending the full length of cither side guard shall be
provided at a height of 34m (865 mm) to 38m (965mm)
24 3 6 The underside of the platform shall be
equipped w ith a dev ice that, if the platform is obstructed
in its downward travel by a force not to exceed 15 Ibf
(66 6 N) applied anywhere on its underside, w ill actuate
a minimum of two sensing devices that shall cause elec-
tric power to be removed from the driving machine
motor and brake, if provided, and cause the platform
to stop its downward motion within 2 m (51 mm) The
stroke of the device shall be not less than the stopping
distance of the platform The lift shall be permitted to
operate away from the obstruction Downward motion
shall be permitted to resume when the obstruction is
remov cd
2.1 3 7 The clearance between the platform floor
and the upper landing sill shall be not less than \ in
(9 5 mm) nor more than 3/ in (19 mm)
2138 All doors, except as provided in para
2 13 8, shall be prov idcd with a combination mechanical
lock and electuc contact Locking dev ices shall be pro-
tected against tampering from the landing side The
locking de\ ices shall permit a door to be opened only
if the platform floor is within 2m (51 mm) of the respec-
tive landing The platform shall be permitted to move
away from the landing under control of the normal
operating dev ice if the door is closed but not locked,
provided that the dev ices will cause the platform to stop
if it moves away from the landing more than 2 in (51
mm) before the door is locked
2139 Where the lift is installed at a location that
docs nothav eguard railsatthc upper landing as allowed
by building codes (sec definition), the requirements of
paras 2131,2132, and 2133 shall be permitted to
be omitted when platform gates are pirn ided They shall
extend to a height at least equal to the top terminal
landing height plus 6 in (152 mm) measured when the
platform is at its lowest position The gates shall be of
unperforated construction, self-closing and be prov ided
with electric contacts to prevent movement of the plat-
form if the gates are not closed The gates shall not be
permanently deformed when a force of 125 Ibf (556 N)
is applied on any 4 in (102 mm) by 4 in (102 mm) area
2 1 3 10 The icquiiements of para 2 13 7 shall be
pcimittcd to be increased to 3 in (76 mm) if a platform
00! In Hit Si.xn.lv ol Millennial I ttginicn
hioughout (he range of travel shall be not less than 80
in (2032 mm) as measmed vertically fiom the plat-
form floor
2.2 Guide Rails
Guide rails shall conform to the requirements of paras
221 through 227 Where tee rails are provided they
shall also conform to the requirements of paras 228
and 22^ Kail joints shall be designed to maintain the
accuiacvof the i ail alignment and to withstand thestiess
and deflection limitations stipulated in para 224
221 Material Guide iaiK guide-rail bjackets, rail
dips, fishplates, and their fastenings shall be of steel or
other metals conforming to the requirements of para
2 2 Where steel mav piesent an accident Iward, as m
chemical or explosive plants, guide rails shall be permit-
ted to be of selected wood 01 other suitable nortmetallv:
materials
222 Requirements for Steel, Where Used
222 1 Kails, biackets, fishplates, and rail clips
shall be made of open-hearth steel or its equivalent hav
ing a tensile sliength of not less than ^5,000 psi (379
MFa) and having an elongation of not less than 27%, in
a length of 2 in (51 mm)
2 2 2.2 Bolts shall conform to ASTM A 307
2223 Rivets shall conform to ASTM A 502
2.2 3 Requirements for Metals Other Than Steel, Met-
als other than ».teel shall be permitted to be used pro
vided the factor of safety is not less than, and the
deflections are not more than, the values specified in
this Section, and piovided that cast tron is not used
2 2.4 Stresses and Deflections
2241 Guide Rafls Toi steels conforming to the
requirements of para 222, the stresses in a guide rail
or in the rail and its reinforcement, due to the lionzontal
forces imposed on the rail duung loading, unloading or
running, calculated without impact, shall not exceed
15,000 psi (103 MFa), and Hie deflection shall not exceed
4 in (6 3 mm)
Where steels of greater strength than those specified
in para 222 aie used, the stresses specified shall be
permitted lobe increased proportionately based on the
Mlio of the ultimate strengths
2242 Brackets, Fastenings, and Supports The
guide-rail brackets, their fastenings and supports, such
as building beams and w<iHs, shall be capable of lesistmg
the horizontal forces imposed by rated load with a total
deflection to the point of support not in excess of /t in
(3 2 mm)
225 Guide-Rail Surfaces Guide-rail surfaces used
for guiding a platform or counterweight sliall be suffi
ciently smooth and true to operate properly with the
guiding members Those surfaces that the platform or
counterweight safeties engage shall be smooth and ti ue
within the tolerances requued to ensure proper safety
application without excessive retardation ot excessive
out of-level platform flooi conditions resulting
2 2.6 Overall Length of Guide Rails, The platform and
counterweight guide rails stall extend at the top and
bottom to prevent tlie guiding membeis from disengag
ing from the guide rails if either the platform or counter-
weight reaches its extreme limrt of travel
10
00! l>\ lh<. \irKCH,-in Souils ol Mitli'tttical I
SAFETY STANDARD FOR PLATFORM LIFTS AND
STAIRWAY CHAIRLIFTS
ASME A18 1 2003
227 Design and Strength of Brackets and Supports2
The building construction forming the supports for the
guide rails, and the guide-rail brackets, shall be designed
to safely withstand the application of the platform or
counterweight safety when stopping the platform and
its rated load or the counterweight, and withstand the
forces specified m para 22.42 within the deflection
limits specified
Where necessary, the building construction shall be
icinforccd to provide adequate support foi the guide
lails
228 Bracket Fastenings Guide-rail brackets shall be
secured to their supporting structure by means of bolts
or n\ ets, or by welding Fastening bolts and bolt holes
in brackets and their supporting beams shall conform
to the icqunementBofpara 22.9 Welding, where used,
shall conform to the requirements of para 9 1
229 Fastening of Guide Rails to Rail Brackets Guide
tails shall be secured to their brackets by clips, welds,
orbolts Bolts used for fastening shall be of such strength
as to w ithstand the forces specified m paras 2242
and 227
Welding, where used, shall conform to the require-
ments of para 9 1
2,3 Driving Means and Sheaves
The driving means shall be one of the following
(a) winding drum
ft) traction
d) roped sprocket
(d) chain sprocket
M sciew
(f) rack and pinion
(g) direct-plunger hydraulic
(h) roped-hydiaulic
d) lever hydraulic
()) friction
Driving means utilizing a combination of two or more
means shall confoim to all applicable requirements of
the respective means unless stated otherwise
2.31 General Requirements
2311 The factor of safety, based on the static
load (the rated load plus the weight of the platform,
lopes, counterweights, etc), to be used in the design
of dnving machines and sheaves, including fasteners
tiansmitting load, shall not be less than 8 for steel,
bronze, or other metals having an elongation of less than
14% m a length of 2 m (51 mm) or 10 for cast iron or
other metals having an elongation of less than 14% m
a length of 2 in (51 mm) Other factors of safety for
i liunwav-enclosure walls of bricks terra colla, and similar male-
nab used in buildings of steel and concrete construction, are
usualK insufficient in strength to form b\ themtelveb adequate
iiippoits for the. guide rails
specific dm ing means aie fuithei specified in section 8
2 3.1 2 Set screws or threaded portions located in
the shear plane of bolts and screws shall not be used to
transmit load
Means shall be provided to ensure that there is not
lelative motion between rigidly joined components
transmitting load
Where flexible couplings arc used to transmit load,
means shall be provided to prevent disengagement of
the coupling components in the event of failure or exces-
sive motion in the flexible connection
4 fillet shall be pro\ ided at any point of change in the
diameter of dnv mg-machme shafts and sheave shafts to
prevent excessive stress concentrations in the shafts
Shafts that support drums, sheaves, gears, couplings,
and other members, and which transmit torque, shall
be provided with tight-fitting keys
2 3 1.3 Friction gearing, clutch mechanisms, or
couplings shall not be used to connect a dnv mg machine
drum or sheave to the mam driving mechanism
2314 Worm gearing having cast iron teeth shall
not be used on the driving machine
2315 Driving-machine chains and sprockets
shall be of steel and shall conform m design and dimen-
sions to the lequirements of 4NSI/4SME B29 1
2.3.1 6 Winding drums, traction sheaves over-
head sheaves, and deflecting sheaves used with suspen-
sion and compensating ropes shall be of metal, shall be
provided with finished grooves for ropes, or shall be
permitted to be lined with nonmetalhc groove material,
and have a pitch diameter of not less than 30 times the
diameter of the suspension ropes Where 8 x 19 steel
rope or 7 x 19 steel aircraft cable is used the pitch
diameter of the drums and sheaves shall be permitted to
be reduced to 21 times the diameter of the rope or cable
Where the giooves are used to transmit power, suffi-
cient traction shall be provided between the rope and
groove, and m the event of nonmetalhc lining failure,
between the rope and the remaining sheave groove, to
safely stop and hold the platfoim with 125% of the
rated load
2 3.2 Hydraulic Driving Machines Direct-plunger
hydraulic duving machines, where used, shall conform
to the requirements of paia 81, except para 8 1 2.
Roped-hydraulic machines shall also conform to the
requirements of para 8 1 except for paras 8 1 1, 8 1.3,
8143, and 8 147
2 3.3 Screw Machines. Screw machines, where used,
shall conform to para 8.2
234 Friction Machines Friction machines, wheie
used, shall conform to para 8 3
235 Machine Framework and Base The machine
framcwoik, base, and fastenings to the buildings where
11
i'0» In \IIKIK in VH.U.H ol
ASME A18 1 2003 SAFETY STANDARD FOR PLATFORM LIFTS AND
STAIRWAY CHAIRLIFTS
used, shall be of melal construction, have a factor of
safety of not less than 5 based on the rated load, and
shall be secured in place with support piovided to limit
their deflections to '4 m (64 mm) maximum in any
direction under rated load Cast iron shall not be used
2.36 Guiding Member Enclosures The guiding mem-
bers shall be enclosed with a solid enclosure to prevent
accidental contact If openings arc necessary in this
enclosuie for operation, they shall reject a ball ^ in (19
mm) m diameter
2.3.7 Machinery Beams and Supports
2.3.7.1 All machinery and sheav es shall be so sup-
ported and secured to prev ent any part becoming loose
01 displaced Beams directly supporting machinery shall
be of steel or remfoiced concrete
23.7.2 Overhead beams and sheaves shall be
designed foi not less than the total load on overhead
beams which shall be assumed to be equal to the weight
of all apparatus resting on the beams plus twice the
maximum load suspended from the beams The load
resting on the beams shall include the complete weights
of the dnv ing machine, sheaves, controller, eta The load
suspended fiom the beams shall include the sum of the
tensions in all ropes suspended fiom the beams
2.3 7.3 The driving machine or sheaves, except
idlers or deflecting sheaves with their guards and
fiamcs, shall not be fastened to the underside of the
supporting beams at the top of the runway
23 7 4 Cast iron in tension shall not be used for
supporting members for sheaves where they arc hung
beneath beams
2.3.8 Guarding of Driving Machines and Suspension
Means. The driving machine and suspension means
shall be enclosed with a solid enclosure Any opening
required foi operation shall reject a ball 3/i in (19 mm)
in diameter Access shall be provided by a removable
panel for inspecting and servicing The panel shall be
sox^ed, locked, or bolted in place
239 Indirect-Drive Machines Inducct-dnvc ma-
chines, utilizing V-belt drives, tooth drive belts, or drive
chains, shall conform to the lequuements of paias
2.3 9 1, 2 3 9 2, and 2393, except that the requirements
of para 2392 shall be permitted to be omitted if a self-
locking drive meeting the requirements of para 2 4 3 is
provided Tf multiple belts or chains arc provided, they
shall be preloaded and matched for length in sets
2 3.9 1 General Requirements Belt sets shall be
selected on the basis of the manufacturer's rated break-
ing strength and a factor of safety of 10 Cham and
sprocket sets shall be selected on the basis of recommen-
dations set forth m the Supplementary Information sec-
tion of ANSI/ASME B29 1 using a seivicc factor of 2
Offset links in chain are not permitted
Sprockets in a chain dn\e set and also a driven set
shall be assembled onto a common hub, with teeth cut
in-line after assembly to assure equal load distribution
on all chains Tooth sheaves for a belt drive shall be
constructed in a manner to assure equal load distribu-
tion on each belt in the set Load determination for both
the belt and chain sets shall be based on the maximum
static loading on the platform, which is the full load m
the platform at rest and at a position m the runway that
creates the greatest load, including either the platform
or counterweight resting on its buffer
Cham dnvcs and belt drives shall be guarded to pro-
tect against accidental contact and to prevent foreign
objects from interfering with drives
2392 Monitoring and Brake Location Each belt or
chain in a set shall be continuously monitored by a
broken belt or chain device that shall function to auto-
matically interrupt power to the machine and apply the
brake if any belt or chain m the set breaks or becomes
excessively slack The driving machine brake shall be
located on the traction sheave or drum assembly side
of the driving machine so as to be fully effective if the
entire belt set or chain set should break.
2393 Replacement of Belts or Chains If one belt
or chain of a set is worn, stretched, or damaged so as
to requne replacement, the entire set shall be replaced
Sprockets and toothed sheav es shall also be replaced if
worn
2.4 Driving Machine Brakes
241 Driving machines, except hydraulic, shall be
equipped with friction biakcs duectly attached to the
dm ing means through a continuous shaft, mechanical
coupling, or toothed gearing applied by springs, or by
gravity, and released electrically
2 4.2 A single ground or short circuit, a counter-
voltage or a motor-field discharge shall not prevent the
brake magnet from allowing the brake to set when the
operating device is placed m the stop position
2 43 A machmebiake is not lequired if a self-locking
drive utilizing a lead screw, worm, or other positive
gearing that will stop and hold the platfoim with the
rated load within 4 m (102 mm) of down travel after
the power is icmovcd is provided
2 5 Suspension and Support Means
251 General Requirements
2511 Suspension and support means shall be
one of the following
(a) steel or iron wue rope
(b*> steel airciaft cable
(t) chain
W) direct-plungci hydraulic
(i) roped-hydraulic
12
O'H In ilu ViKnciti SOMU\ ol Muhitxcal I ttguiicn
SAFETY STANDARD FOR PLATFORM LIFTS AND
STAIRWAY CHAIRLIFTS
ASME A18 1 2003
if) rack and pinion
(g) screw
(h) friction machine guides and rollers
Suspension and support means utilizing a combina-
tion of two or moic means shall conform to all applicable
rcquncments of the respective means unless stated
otherwise
2512 Steel tapes or welded link chains shall not
be used as suspension means
2513 Where ropes or chains arc used, no fewer
than two shall be provided
2.5 1 4 For rated loads up to 500 lb (227 kg), lopes
shall have a minimum diameter of '/ in (64 mm) and
chains shall have a minimum pitch of ^ in (13 mm)
Tor higher rated loads, ropes shall have a minimum
diameter of % in (95 mm) and chains shall have a
minimum pitch of \ m (16 mm)
252 Factors of Safety The suspension and support
means shall have a factor of safety of not less than 7
based on the tension in the rope, cable, chain, or forces
exerted on the rack and pinion when raising the rated
toad When the platform and counterweight arc sus-
pended b> steel ropes and the driving means between
the machine and the counterweight is an endless roller-
t>pe chain, the factor of safetv of such chain shall be
not less than 8, based on the lated load See section 8
for special lequirements for particular dnve svstems
2 5.3 Arc of Contact of Suspension Means on Sheaves
and Sprockets. The arc of contact of a wire rope on a
traction sheave shall be sufficient to produce adequate
tiaction under all load conditions The arc of contact of
a chain on a driving sprocket shall be not less than
140 dcg
2.5 4 Spare Rope Turns on Winding Drums All wire
lopes of winding drum machines shall have not less
than one full turn of the rope on the drum when the
platform or counterweight has reached its limit of possi-
ble over travel
2.5 5 Securing Suspension Ropes to Winding Drums
The drum ends of wire ropes shall be secured on the
inside of the drum of winding drum machines b> clamps
or b> tapered babbitted sockets, or by other means
approved b> the authority haungjunsdiction
256 Lengthening, Splicing, Repairing, or Replacing
Suspension Means Suspension ropes shall not be
lengthened or repaired bv splicing Broken or worn sus-
pension chains shall not be repaired Tf one rope or chain
of a set is worn or damaged and requires replacement,
the entire set of ropes or chains shall be replaced If a
cham or sprocket is replaced, due to wear, all chains and
sprockets shall be replaced
257 Fastening of Rope Suspension Means to Plat-
form The platform ends of w ire ropes shall be fastened
in a return loop bv property made mdi\ idual tapered
babbitted sockets or property attached fittings as recom-
mended b> wire rope manufacturcis Clips of the U-
bolt type shall not be used Tapered babbitted rope sock-
ets and the method of babbitting shall conform to the
lequirements of para 9 8
2 5.8 Guarding All suspension means shall be
guarded against accidental contact Suspension means
that operate within a guide or track and travel at the
same speed and in the same direction as the platform
shall be considered suitabty guarded
26 Platforms
261 Frame and Floor The frame shall be of metal
construction and have a factoi of safety of not less than
5 based on the rated load The floor shall be of metal
or wood construction with a nonskid surface
2 6.2 Securing of Enclosures The enclosure shall be
securelv fastened to the floor and so supported that it
cannot loosen or become displaced in ordinary service,
on the application of the platform safety or on buffer
engagement The enclosure shall be so constructed that
icmovaWe portions cannot be dismantled from within
the platform
Enclosure linings, decorative panels, light fixtures,
and other apparatus or equipment attached to the enclo-
sure shall be securelv fastened and so supported that
they will not loosen 01 become displaced in ordinary
sen ice, on platform safety application, or on buffer
engagement.
Panels attached to the enclosure for decorative or
other purposes shall not be unfastened from inside the
platform b) the use of common tools or shall be permit-
ted to be remov ed from inside the platform when perfo-
lations, exceeding that which would reject a ball ^ in
(13 mm) in diameter, in the enclosure used for panel
hanging or support have permanent means to prevent
straight through passage beyond the running clearance
2 63 Strength and Deflection of Enclosure Walls. The
enclosure walls shall be designed and installed to with-
stand a foice of 75 Ibf (334 N) applied horizontal!) at an>
point on the walls of the enclosure without permanent
deformation nor cause the deflection to exceed 1 in
(254 mm)
2 6A Use of Cast Iron. Cast iron shall not be used m
the construction of any load bearing member of the
platform frame or floor other than for guide shoes and
guide shoe brackets
265 Floor Area. The inside net floor area shall not
exceed 18 ft2 (1 67 m2)
2.6.6 Illumination
2 6.6 1 At the threshold of the floor, with the land-
ing door open, the minimum illumination shall be not
less than 5 ftc (54 Ix)
13
i>0? In UK \HKniin Soi K.U ol Mvilmiitnl I mimcers
ASME A18 1 2003 SAFETY STANDARD FOR PLATFORM LIFTS AND
STAIRWAY CHAIRLIFTS
In Case Of Fire
Do Not Use Lift
O
WHITE
BLACK
RED
Fig. 2 6.7 Platform Lift Corridor Call Station Pictograph
2662 During operation, the minimum illumina-
tion on the floor and controls shall be not less than 5
ftc (54 Ix)
2663 An auxiliary illumination source to pro-
v ide general illumination of not less than 0 2 ftc (2 2 Ix)
on the floor and contiols shall be prov ided
The auxiliary s>stcm shall be automaticall> activated
w hen normal illumination power fails and shall be capa-
ble of maintaining the above illumination intensity for
a period of not less than 4 hr and shall use no fewei
than two lamps of approximately equal wattage
267 Protection of Platforms Against Fire. For lifts
that penetrate a floor, and when fire resistive runwa>
enclosure construction is required b) building code, the
underside of wood platforms, the exposed surfaces of
v, ood platform stringers, and edges of laminated plat-
forms shall bepiotected against firebj. one of the follow-
ing methods
(a.) covering with sheet steel of 0 0164 in (0 4166 mm)
in thickness or with equally fire-rctardant material
ffr) painting with an approved fire-retardant paint
having a flame spiead rating of not over 50, applied in
accordance with the instructions of the manufacturer
Such ratings shall be based on the test procedure speci-
fied m ANSIMSTMESi
A pictograph as shown m Fig 267 should be posted
over each platform lift coindor call station The picto-
graph is 5 in (127 mm) wide and 8 in (203 mm) high
2.6.8 4 full passenger enclosure shall not be per-
mitted
2681 Platforms shall be permitted to ha\ e a top
prox ided the top is non-load-bearing and marked to
indicate it cannot sustain a load
2 7 Capacity, Speed, and Travel
271 Limitation of Load, Speed, and Travel The rated
load shall be not less than 450 Ib (204 kg) nor more than
14
00? l>\ iln.. tn So* i«.i\ ol Miilcinical I i
SAFETY STANDARD FOR PLATFORM LIFTS AND
STAIRWAY CHA1RLIFTS
ASME A18 1 2003
750 Ib (340 kg) The lift shall be capable of sustaining
and lowering a load as specified in Fig 9 7 The rated
speed shall not exceed 30 ft/mm (0 15 m/s) The travel
shall notcxceed 12 ft (3 658 mm) Travel of lifts conform-
ing to para 2.1 3 shall not exceed 5 ft (1 524 mm) Plat-
forms wi th a floor greater than 15 fl: (139 m2) shall hav e
lated load of not less than 750 Ib (340 kg)
272 Capacity Plates A capacity plate stating the
lated load shall be provided by the manufacturer and
fastened m a conspicuous place The letters and numer-
als used shall be not less than ^ m (6 4 mm) m height
2.7 3 Data Plates A data plate shall be prov ided bv
the manufacturer and secuiely fastened to the machine
The plate shall state the rated speed, rated load, weight
of platform, suspension and support means, date of
manufacture, and manufactuier's name Letters and
numerals shall be not less than!/ m (6 4 mm) in height
(03) 2.7 4 Restriction Sign. A sign shall be securel> fas-
tened m a conspicuous place at each landing and on the
platform The sign shall state "No Ficight" in letters not
less than V4 in (64 mm) high and shall include the
international symbol of acccssibilit>
2 8 Safeties and Speed Governors
All platforms shall be pro\ ided with a safety, except
platforms of direct-plunger hydraulic lifts The safety
shall be actuated by the action of a speed governor
or by the breakage or slackening of the suspension or
suppoit means Whcte actuation is by a governor, the
safety shall be set at a maximum speed of 75 ft/mm
(0 38 m/s) Where actuation isb> breakage or slackening
of the suspension or suppoit means, the safety shall be
set without delay, and independent of the speed gover-
nor, if prov ided
Safety parts shall conform to the requirements of
paras 282 and 283 Where hoisting ropes arc used,
the application of safeties shall conform to the require-
ments of para. 284
The application and release of safeties shall conform
to the requnements of paras 2 8 5, 2 8 6, and 287
281 Screw Drive Machines. When screw dnvc
machines are used, safeties and speed governors con-
forming to para 281 shall be pcimittcd
2811 The down speed of the platform shall be
limited with lated load to not over 175 ft/mm (0 89 m/
s) m the event of failure of the driving means
2812 The fall of the platform in the event of
failure of the dn\ mg nut shall be limited to a distance
not exceeding IA m (13 mm), by utilizing a safety nut
or other equivalent means
2813 The capability of the alternate safety
dcv ices described in paras 2 8 1 1 and 2 8 1 2 to function
as required shall be \enfied by engineeung tests as
described m para 9 6
282 Minimum Factors of Safety and Stresses of
Safety Parts and Rope Connections
2821 Parts of safeties, except springs, safety-
rope drums, leading sheaves, and their suppoitmg
brackets and safety-jaw gibs, shall have a factor of safety
of not less than 3^, based on the ultimate strength of
the material, and the materials used shall have an elon-
gation of not less than 15% in a length of 2 in (51 mm)
Forged, cast, or welded parts shall be stress relieved
2 8.2 2 Springs shall be permi tted to be used in the
operation of platfoim or counterweight safeties Where
used, and \v here partially loaded prior to safety opera-
tion, the loading on the spring shall not produce a fiber
stress exceeding one-half thcclastic limitof the material
During operation of the safety, the fiber stress shall not
exceed 85% of the elastic limit of the material Hchcal
springs, where used, shall be in compression
2.8 2.3 Safety-rope drums, leading sheaves, and
their supporting brackets and safety-jaw gibs shall be
peimitted to be made of cast iron and other metals
provided such parts have a factor of safety of not less
than 10
2824 Rope used as a connection from the safety
to the governor rope, including rope wound on the
safety-rope drum, shall be not less than Vy in (32 mm)
in diameter and shall be made of a corrosion-resistant
metal The factor of safety of the rope shall be not less
than 5 Tiller-rope construction shall not be used
2825 The factors of safety shall be based upon
the maximum stresses developed in the parts during
the operation of the safety when stopping rated load
from governor tripping speed
2826 Safety-rope leading-sheave brackets and
other safety operating parts shall not be attached to or
supported by wood members
2.8.3 Material and Factor of Safety. Governor ropes,
where prov ided shall be of iron, steel, monel metal,
phosphor bronze, or stainless steel They shall be of a
regular-lay construction, and not less than '/, in (64
mm) m diamctei The factor of safety of governor ropes
shall be not less than 5 Tiller-rope construction shall
not be used
284 Type A (Instantaneous) Safeties. On the parting
of the hoisting ropes (free fall) Type A governor oper-
ated safeties, where prov ided, shall apply without
appreciable delay, and their application shall be inde-
pendent of the speed action of the governor and of the
location of the break in the hoisting ropes (inertia appli-
cation), and shall be permitted to be accomplished by
the use of a governor and governoi rigging having a
15
001 In Ilk Vniriiin SIHH.IX ol Mitlntnial I tifiii>n:rs
ASME A18 1 2003 SAFETY STANDARD FOR PLATFORM LIFTS AND
STAIRWAY CHAIRLIFTS
sufficiently high value of inertia to apply the safety on
fiee fall independently of the speed action of the gov-
crnoi
285 Means of Application Safeties shall be applied
mcchamcal1> Electric, hydiauhc, or pneumatic devices
shall notbc used to apply the safeties required by section
2, nor to hold such safeties in the retracted position
286 Level of Platform Floor on Safety Application
The application of a Type \ or Type B safety to stop the
platform, \\ith its latcd load centered on each quarter
of the floor symmetucally with relation to the center
line of the floor, shall not cause the flooi to be out of
level more than % m /ft (31 mm/m) in any direction
2.8.7 Release. When platform safeties are applied,
no dccicasc in tension in the governor rope nor motion
of the platform in the down direction shall iclcasc the
safeties, but such safeties shall be permitted to be
released by the motion of the platform in the up
direction
2.9 Terminal Stopping Devices
291 Normal terminal stopping dev ices lequired by
para 292 shall be permitted to use mechanically opei-
ated, magnetically operated, optical, or static-type
switches
Final terminal stopping dev ices required by para 293
shall use only mechanically operated switches
Teimmal stopping dev ices that are located on the plat-
form or in the runway shall be of the enclosed type and
securely mounted in such a manner so that horizontal
movement of the platform shall not affect the opciation
of the dev ice
292 Noi mal stopping dev iocs operated by the plat-
form shall be provided and shall be set to stop the
platform floor within a toleiancc of /£ in (13 mm) of the
landings under rated loading to zero loading conditions
The normal stopping devices shall be permitted to also
serve as the upper and lower tei mmal stopping devices
2.9.3 Upper and lower final teiminal stopping
dev ices operated by the platform shall be pi ov ided to
remove power from the motor and brake if provided,
except as specified in paia 296 They shall be set to
stop the platform afterittiavcls past thcnoi mal terminal
stopping device and befoie striking an obstruction \
slack-rope device equipped w ilh a slack-iope switch of
the enclosed manually reset type, which shall cause the
electric power to be lemoved fiom the driving machine
motor and brake, if pro\ ided, if any hoisting rope
becomes slack, shall be permitted as the lower final
terminal stopping device
2.9.4 Final terminal stopping dev ice sw itch contacts
shall be directly opened mechanically Arrangements
that depend on a spung or gravity, or a combination
thcieof, to open the contacts shall not be used
2.9.5 The f;nal terminal stopping dev ice shall not
contiol the same contiollcr switches as the normal stop-
ping device unless two or more separate and indepen-
dent switches are provided, two of which shall be closed
to complete the driving-machine motor-and-brake cn-
cuit m either direction of travel Wheie a two- or three-
phase alternating-current dm mg-machme motor is
used, these switches shall be of the multi-pole type
The control shall be so designed and installed that a
single ground or short circuit shall be permitted to pre-
vent either the normal or final stopping device circuits
from stopping the platform, but not prevent both
2 9.6 Final terminal stopping devices aie not
required for direct-plunger or roped hydraulic driving
machines Lower final terminal stopping dev ices are not
required where the limitations of the machine or runway
limit the travel of the platform (eg, a platform at rest
on the bottom terminal landing)
2 10 Operating Devices and Control Equipment
2.101 Operation Operation of the lift from the land-
ings and from the platform shall be controlled by "UP"
and "DOWN" control switches at all stations, and shall
be by means of the continuous-pressure type Controls
shall be 48 in (1 220 mm) maximum and 15 in (380
mm) minimum above the platform floor or facility floor
or ground level Operating devices shall be designed so
that both the "UP" and "DOWN" circuits cannot be
operated at the same time
2.10.2 Attendant Operation
2 10 2 1 Where applicable, and wheie approved
by the authority having jurisdiction, the lift shall be
permitted to be attendant-operated The attendant shall
be summoned by means of a clearly labeled attendant-
call device located at each landing
2 10 2 2 The attendant shall operate the platform
by means of a continuous-pressure switch so located
that the attendant has full view of the floor area under
the platform and full view of the platform throughout
its trav el A manually reset emergency stop switch shall
also be piovided at that location
2 10.2.3 No controls other than an emergency
stop switch, shall be provided in the platform
2 10.3 Control and Operating Circuit Requirements.
The design and installation of the control and operating
circuits shall conform to the following
2 10 3 1 Control systems that depend on the com-
pletion or maintenance of an electric circuit shall not be
used for intciruphon of the power and application of
the machine brake at terminal landings, or for stopping
the machine when the safety applies
2 10 3 2 If springs aie used to actuate switches
contactors, or relays to break the circuit to stop the lift
16
'>')' In llit \IYKIK, tn SOUI.H o! Miih'inital I tiymtcrs
SAFETY STANDARD FOR PLATFORM LIFTS AND
STAIRWAY CHAIRLIFTS
ASMEA18 1 2003
at the teimmal landings, the> shall be of the lestramed
compicssion type
21033 The failure of an> single magnetically
operated switch, relay, or contactoi to release in the
intended manner, or the failuie of any solid state dev ice
to operate as intended, or the occurrence of a single
accidental ground or combination of accidental grounds
shall not permit the lift to start if this failure renders
ineffective any electrical protective device
2.10 4 Motor Reversal Protection Where a non-
instantaneous reversible motor is used a protective cir-
cuit or device shall be provided to prevent the motor
fiom continuing in the same direction if the reversing
control is activated
2105 Phase Reversal and Failure Protection Lifts
having polyphase alternating current power supply
shall be prov ided with means to pre\ ent the starting of
the lift motor if the phase rotation is in the w rong direc-
tion, or if there is a failure of any phase
This protection shall be considered to be prov idcd if a
reversal of phase of the incoming polyphase alternating
cuircnt powei will not cause the lift driving machine
motor to opciatc in the wrong direction
2.10.6 Emergency Stop Switch. An emergency stop
switch shall be provided on the platform and located
in or adjacent to each platform operating panel When
opened, this sw itch shall cause the clcctnc power to be
icmovcd from the driving-machine motor and brake if
prov ided
Emergencv stop switches shall be of the manually
opened and closed type and have red operating handles
or buttons
They shall be conspicuously and permanently maiked
"STOP" and indicate the "STOP" and ' RUN" positions
Switches shall be positively opened mechanically and
their opening shall not be solely dependent on springs
2.10.7 Slack Rope and Slack-Chain Devices for Wind-
ing Drum and Roller-Chain-Type Driving Machines. Wind-
ing drum dux ing machines with rope suspension shall
be provided with a slack-rope device of the manually
icset type that will remove power fiom the motor and
brake if the platform is obstructed in its descent and the
suspension ropes slacken Lifts with roller chain suspen-
sion means shall be prov ided with a slack-chain dev ice
that will rcmov e power from the motor and brake if the
platform is obstructed in its descent and the suspension
means slacken This dev ice is not icquired to be of the
manually reset type if the chain sprockets arc guarded
to pievcnt the chain from becoming disengaged from
the sprockets
2 10 8 Release and Application of Driving-Machine
Brake. Dm ing-machine brakes shall not be electrically
iclcased until powei has been applied to the driving-
machine motor All power feed lines to the brake shall
be opened and thebiakeshall apply automatically when
any operating device in para 2 10 1 or Z102 is in the
stop position, and. when any electrical piotectivc device
functions
2109 Electrical Equipment and Wiring
2 10.9 1 All clectncal equipment and wiling shall
conform to the requirements of ANSI/NFPA 70
2 10 9 2 Electrical equipment shall be certified to
the lequnements of CAN/CSA B44 1/ASME 4175
2 10 10 Manual Operations Means shall be prov idcd
to permit authorized personnel fiom a position outside
the platform to raise or lower the platform manually in
the event of power failure, unless standby (emergency)
power is provided
2.11 Emergency Signals
If the platform is installed in an area not visible to
personnel at all times, emergency signaling devices shall
be prov ided in accordance with the requuements of para
2 11 1 or 2 11 2 Standby power shall be provided m
accordance with para 2113
2111 The platform shall be piov ided with an audi-
ble signaling dev ice, operable from the emergency stop
swi tch, marked also with " ALARM" or from a separate
switch maiked "ALARM," which is located in or adja-
cent to each platform operating panel The switch
marked "ALARM" shall illuminate when actuated The
signaling device shall be audible inside the platform
and outside the runway The audible signaling device
shall have a rated sound picssurc rating of not less than
80 dBA nor greater than 90 dBA at 10 ft (3 05 m) and
respond without delay after the switch has been acti-
vated
2 11.2 Theliftshallbeprovidedwithameansoftwo-
wa.y conversation between the platform and a readily
accessible point outside the runway which is available
to emergency personnel (telephone, intercom, etc) The
means to activate the two-way conv creation sy stem does
not have to be pro\ ided on the platform
2.11.3 If the audible signaling device(s), or the
means of two-way conversation, or both, are normally
connected to the building power supply, they shall auto-
matically transfer to a source of standby or emergency
power as required by the applicable building code or,
where applicable, Standard for Health Caie Facilities
(ANSI/NFPA 99) after the normal po\vei supply fails
The power source shall be capable of providing for the
operation of the audible signaling dev ice and illumina-
tion of the alarm switch for at least 1 hi, and the means
of two-way conversation for at least 4 hr
212 Code Data Plate
A data plate shall be prov idcd that indicates the A18 1
Standard to be used for inspections and tests The data
17
00 < In ilti Ninu'iiin Soiu.t\ ol Millennial 1
ASME A18 1 2003 SAFETY STANDARD FOR PLATFORM LIFTS AND
STAIRWAY CHAIRUFTS
(03)
plate shall be in plain \ icw, securely attached on the
main line disconnect or on the controller The data plate
shall be of such material and constiuction that the letters
and figures stamped, etched, cast, 01 othciwisc applied
to the face shall icmain permanently and readily legible
The height of the letters anil figures shall be not less
than % m (32 mm)
3 INCLINED PLATFORM LIFTS3
Section 3 applies to inclined platform lifts installed in
locations other than in or at a puvate residence for use
by the mobility impaired
31 Runways
3.11 Means of Egress Lifts shall be installed so that
the means of egress is maintained, as requited by the
authority hav ing jurisdiction
3.1 2 Clearances. Clearances between the platform
and adjacent surfaces shall not be less than \ in (19
mm) At no point in its travel shall the edge of the
platform floor facing the uppermost landing be more
than 24 in (610 mm) abo\ e a step or landing as measured
\ ertically
3.1.2 1 Headroom clearance where the platform
is positioned for boarding shall not be less than 80 in
(2032 mm) as measured, vertically from all points on
the sui face of flic platform flooi
3 1.2 2 I leadioom clearance dm mg travel shall be
not less than 60 in (1 524 mm) as measured vertically
from any point on the surface of the platform floor
3123 If the headroom is less than 80 in (2 032
mm) as measured \ ertically from all points on the sur-
face platform floor at any point in its travel the platform
shall be piovidcd with a folding scat and seat belt to
accommodate a peison not using a wheelchair, and sign
stating "CAUTION NO STANDING PASSENGERS
MUST BE SEATED BEFORE LIFT IS OPERATED" shall
be prov ided on the platft om and shall be securely fas-
tened m a conspicuous place Letteis shall be not less
than '/ in (64 mm) high
313 Pipes in Runway Vicinity Pipes conveying
steam, gas or liquid that, if discharged into the runway,
would endanger life or health shall not be permitted
314 Lower Level Access Ramps and Pits. Lifts shall
be pcimitted to have a pit Unenclosed pits shall not
exceed 4 m (101 mm) in depth Wheie a pit is not
provided, a floor mounted or retractable platform floor
mounted ramp shall be piovided in accoaiance with
para 3 1 4 1 or 3 1 4 2
1 See section 6 for ihe requirements for lh*> equipment installed
in 01 it t pnviU. rc.sidi.Ticx
3141 Ramping inclinations for floor mounted
ramps shall be not greater than
(a) 1 in 8 for heights up to 3 in (76 mm)
ft) 1 in 10 for heights up to 4 in (101 mm)
d) 1 m 12 for heights greater than 4 m (101 mm)
3.1 4 2 Retractable ramps shall be automatically
actuated and. shall lemain in their clcv atcd position until
the platform u turns to the landing When in use, the
inclination of the ramps shall not be greater than
(a) \ in 4 foi heights up to 2 m (51 mm)
ft) 1 in 6 for heights up to 2 5 in (64 mm)
(L ) 1 in 8 for heights up to 3 in (76 mm)
M) 1 in 10 for heights up to 4 in (101 mm)
(e) 1 in 12 for heights greater than 4 in (101 mm)
3.1.5 Structural Support. The structure on which the
lift is installed shall be capable of safely supporting the
loads imposed
316 Electrical Equipment and Wiring
3 1.6.1 The installation of electrical equipment
and wiring shall conform to the requirements of ANSI/
NTPA 70
3162 Electrical equipment shall be ccitified to
the requirements of CAN/CSA B44 I/ASME A175
3 2 Guide Rails and Tracks
321 Material Guide iails shall be of metal con-
struction
3211 Requirements for Steel, Where Used Rails,
brackets, fishplates, and rail clips shall be made of open-
hearth steel or its equivalent having a tensile strength
of not less than 55,000 psi (379 MPa) and hav ing an
elongation of not less than 22% in a length of 2 in (51
mm) Bolts shall conform to ASTM A 307 Rivets shall
confotm to ASTM A 502
3 2 1.2 Requirements for Metals Other Than SteeL
Metals other than steel shall be permitted to be used
provided the factor of safety is not less than, and the
deflections are not more than, the values specified in
section 3, and provided that cast iron is not used
3 2 1 3 Guide-Rail Surfaces Cuidc-iail surface
used for guiding a platform or counterweight shall be
sufficiently smooth and tiue to operate properly with
the guiding members Those surfaces that the platform
or counterweight safeties engage shall be smooth and
true within the tolerances required, to ensure proper
safety application without excessive retardation or
excessive out-of-level platform conditions resulting
3 2.2 Location. The top and bottom ends of each run
of guide rails shall be so located in relation to the extreme
positions of trav el of the platfoi m that the platform guid-
ing members c.annot travel beyond the ends of the
guide rails
18
00* In ilu. \muiiin Soiidx ol Muhiinuil I i
Section 14420
Typical Hydraulic Vertical Platform Lift Specifications
Savana Model V1504-STD (Dry Walls or Block Enclosure)
10 GENERAL
RELATED DOCUMENTS
Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including instructions to Bidders Supplementary instructions to Bidders. General
Conditions. Specification Sections apply to work of this Section
DESCRIPTION
A Work described in this section includes providing equipment, incidental material and
labor required for complete, operable hydraulic platform lift installation Where singular reference is made to lifts or lift components
such reference shall apply to number of lifts or components required to complete installation This specification provides a broad outline
of required equipment and does not describe the details of design and construction Lifts shall be erected, installed, adjusted, tested and
placed in operation by lift system manufacturer, or manufacturer's authorized installer
B Lifts shall be m accordance with the ASME A18 1 and ADA compliant including local codes and regulations except where specified
otherwise
C The lift described here manufactured by Savana corporation Inc is a vertical platform lift consisting of a hydraulic lower with a lifting
platform The platform can be customized to better accommodate a wheelchair user or a person with impaired mobility The lift can be
used indoor or outdoor (with optional package) and in commercial and residential applications
1 2 PREPARATORY WORK BY O FHERS
A The following preparatory work to receive the lifts specified in this section is part of the work by others
1 Permanent 120 VAC. 20 amp single phase power to operate lift to be provided from a lockable fused/cartridge type I j
disconnect switch with auxiliary1 contacts for batter}' operation Refer to drawings for permanent power specifications and
location of disconnects Temporary power may be provided to expedite installation of lift
2 Provide a plumb and square hoistway with smooth interior surfaces, including fascias or furring of the hoistway interior
3 Provide rough openings per lift contractor s shop drawings
4 Provide substantial, level pit floor slab as indicated on the lift contractor's shop drawings
1 3 QUALITY ASSURANCE
A MANUFACTURER
Company with not less than 20 years of experience in the design, fabrication and assembly of vertical platform lifts
B SUBCONTRACTOR QUALIFICATIONS
1 Execute work of this section only by a company that has adequate product liability insurance
2 Skilled tradesmen must be employees of the installing contractor approved by the lift manufacturer, with demonstrated ability
to perform the work on a timely basis
C REQUIREMENTS OF REGULATORY AGENCIES
1 Fabrication and installation work in compliance with applicable junsdictional authorities
2 File shop drawings and submissions with local authorities as the information is made available Company prc-mspection and
junsdictional authority inspections and permits are to be made on timely basis as required
D SUBMITTALS
1 Shop drawings shall show a complete layout of lifting equipment dctailmgdimensions and clearances as required
2 The lid contractor shall provide physical samples of all items requiring selection of color or finish
1 5 MAINTENANCE
A The lift shall be cleaned regularly and inspected at intervals no longer than every 6 months
1 6 WARRANTY.
A A warranty of 30 months on parts shall he offered by the lift manufacturer
2 0 PRODUCTS
2 1 PLATFORM LIFT
A Basic of specification is Savana hydraulic vertical platform lift model V1504-STD
1 Rated Load 750lb(340kg)
2 Rated Speed 25 f p m (nominal) {0 13 m/s)
3 Usable Car Dimensions 34"x 54" (864 X 1 372 mm)
4 Levels Serviced 2.3.4
5 Number of Openings 2
6 Car Access Enter/Exit same side. 90° exit, front/rear
7 Max Travel 23 feet (7 000mm)
8 Operations Constant pressure
9 Power Supply 110 volt 15 amp. 1 phase. 6011/
10 Drive System 2 1 Roller chain hydraulic
11 Paint Powder coat finish
12 Emergency Power Batter}' operation in down direction
13 Controller Electronic-free relay logic
14 Motor/Pump I10VAC. 15HP
15 Manual lowering Outside the hoistway at desired landing
16 Color Almond beige
B CAR ENCLOSURE
1 Side guards of platform shall have a steel frame with a powder coat finish and steel panel inserts to a minimum of 42" (1.067 mm)
above the upper landing
2 No platform gate required to allow for ease of operation
3_ Upper gate shall be 42 high x 36 wide, with metal or plexiglass inserts ind shall be equipped with interlock, spring hinges and
kick plate Lower door shall be 80" high x 36 wide, with metal or plexiglass inserts and shall be equipped with interlock
hydraulic closer and kick plate on both sides The inside kick plate shall be made of steel
ALTERNATE A 36"widc x 80" high top landing door instead of the top landing gate
ALTERNATE B Lower and upper door and door frame with 1 1/2 hour LILC Fire rating, heavy duty hinges Door vision panel
flush mounting of door inside the hoistway and adjustable hydraulic door closer on door frame
4 Lift shall have manufacturer's standard non-skid flooring
5 Doors and gates shall be flush mounted inside the hoistway as to avoid pinch points and shear hazards
6 I landrail A single handrail with both ends returned to the side guard shall be located on the control wall of the
carriage
2 2 CAR OPERATION
A Car Operating Panel shall consist of constant pressure buttons or rocker switches emergency stop/alarm button, on/off key switch and
emergency light mounted on a removable stainless steel panel (Type 304 #4 Stainless Steel Finish)
D Emergency Operation — The car shall be equipped with a battery operated light fixture emergency battery lowering device and alarm
in case of normal building supply failure The battery shall be the rechargeable type with an automatic recharging system A manual
lowering device shall be located outside the hoistway in a lockable box at positioned at a designated landing
23 PUMPING UNIT AND CONTROL
A The pumping unit and control shall be enclosed in the tower The controller and pump unit shall be pre-wircd and tested prior lo
shipment The controller is lo be electronic-free with relay logic operation for case of maintenance and service Pump unit shall
incorporate the following features
1 Smooth stops at each landing
2 Adjustable pressure relief valve
3 Manually operable down valve to lower lift in the event of an emergency This valve shall be activated from outside of the hoistway
through a keyed box
4 Pressure gauge isolating valve manually operable
5 Gate valve to isolate cylinder from pump unit
6 Electrical solenoid for down direction control
7 Emergency lowering by battery power, from the car control
2 4 CYLINDER AND PLUNGER
A The cylinder shall be constructed of steel pipe of sufficient thickness and suitable safety margin The top of the cylinder shall be
equipped with a cylinder head with an internal guide ring and self-adjusting packing
B The plunger shall be constructed of a si eel shaft of proper diameter machined true and smooth The plunger shall be provided with a
stop electrically welded to the bottom to prevent the plunger from leaving the cylinder
25 ROLLER CHAINS
A Two (2) No 50 roller chains with 5/8" pitch Minimum breaking strength 6100 Ib (2773 kg) each
2 6 LEVELLING DEVICE
A The lift shall be provided with an anti-creep device which will maintain the carriage level within Vi' (12 69 mm) of the top landing
B All limit switch and leveling device switches shall be located in a position to be inaccessible to unauthorized persons They shall be
located behind the mast wall and be accessible through removable panels
27 GUIDE YOKE
A The 2 1 guide yoke/sprocket assembly shall be supplied with two (2) sprockets, roller guide shoes, bearings and guards
2 8 CALL STATIONS
A Provide door frame mount key-controlled call stations for upper level and lower level on a stainless steel plate (Type 304 #4 stainless
steel finish)
2 9 TERMINAL STOPPING DEVICES
A Normal terminal stopping devices shall be provided at lop and bottom of runway to stop the car positively and automatically
Microswitches shall not be used
210 G UIDE RAILS AND BRACKETS
A Slecl '"C" guide rails and brackets shall be used to guide the platform and sling Guide rails shall form part of the structural integrity of
the unit and be integral to the mast enclosure, ensuring stability and minimum platform deflection when loaded
2 11 CAR SLING
A Car sling shall be fabricated from steel lubmg 44 " (1,116 mm) high with adequate bracing to support the platform and car enclosure
Roller guide shoes shall be mounted on the top and bottom of the car sling to <ngage the guide rails Guide shoes shall be roller type
with 3" diameter wheels
2 12 WIRING,
A All wiring and electrical connections shall comply with applicable codes Insulated wiring shall have flamc-retardant and moisture-
proof outer covering and shall be run in conduit or electrical wircways if located outside the unit enclosure Quick disconnect harnesses
shall be used when possible
213 DOOR LOCKS
A The door locks shall be GAL type N' interlock or fire rated electric door strike conform to ASME A18 1 b 2000
214 DOORS AND GATES
A LOW-PROFILE ALUMINUM (TOP OR BOTTOM LANDINGS)
This door shall have a flush-mounted door frame, an hydraulic door closer, a vision panel and a handle Fire-rated electric door strike or
GAL interlock shall be used
B TOP LANDING GATE
This gate is installed on the top landing and shall be used with a fire-rated electric door strike or a GAL interlock The size shall be 42
high and it shall be provided with metal or acrylic insert
3 0 EXECUTION
A EXAMINATION All site dimensions shall be taken to ensure that tolerances and clearances have been maintained and meet local
regulations
B PREPARATION Pre-mspect the construction and service requirements for work by others These requirements will be included in
drawings, diagrams, engineering data sheets and special instructions before the work begins
C INSTALLATION
1 Install all the components of the lift system that are specified in this section lo be provided, and that are required by
lunsdictional authorities to license the lift
2 'framed employees of the lift contractor shall perform all installation work of this section
3 Adjust lift for proper operation and clean unit thoroughly
4 Instruct users in operation procedures and Owner's maintenance person in trouble-shooting and maintenance
procedures
END OF SECTION
AUTHORIZATION TO MARK
This authorizes the manufacturer to apply the ETL mark to certified products, also to the
multiple hstee model numbers as listed on the correlation page of the Listing Report where
applicable, when made in accordance with the accompanying descriptions and drawings under
the conditions set forth in the Certification Agreement herein
Applicant
Contact
Manufacturer
Services Industrials Savaria me
1011,Autoroute 13
Chomedey, QC Canada
H7W4V3
Pierre Cote
Phone (450)681-5655
Same as applicant
Reference Report No 173-110301
Product Covered Model VI504 with suffixes and Telecab
Description
Standard(s)
Lift for the handicapped
Note Tested only for electrical safety (shock and fire hazard)
ASMEA175-1996
CAN/CSAB441-M96
This procedure, with all revisions, etc, is the property of Intertek Testing Services and is
intended solely for the guidance of the Iistee and the representative of Intertek Testing Services,
and is not transferable
Issued by Intertek Testing Services, 24 Groton Avenue, Cortland NY 13045-2014 USA
Authorized by \
William T Starr
Certification Manager
Control Number
Date
JM/gl
SAFETY STANDARD FOR PLATFORM LIFTS AND
STAIRWAY CHAIRLIFTS
ASME A18 1 2003
(03)
solid state device an element that can control current flow
without moving parts
speed governor a continuously operating speed monitor-
ing and detection device that, at predetermined speeds,
prov ides signals to thecontrollerand imparts a retarding
force toactivate the platform liftorcounterweightsafety,
or stairway chairlift
starters control panel an assembly of devices b> means
of which the starter may contiol the manner m which
a lift functions
•static switJutig switching of ciicuits b) means of solid
state dev ices
i^op iwiti.1} sec enu.rgi.m.\f stop switih
supply piping the piping for a hydraulic driving machine
between the control valves and the driving member of
the driving machine.
termina' landing sec landing
terminal stopping devti e, final a device that automatically
causes the power to be removed from the driving
machine motor and brake, 01 from a hydraulic driving
machine, independent of the functioning of the normal
terminal stopping device, the operating device, or any
emergency terminal speed Iimitmgdevice, after the plat-
form lift or stau way chairlift has passed a terminal
landing
termina' stopping devue, maihine final (stop-motion <*a»h.h)
a final terminal stopping device operated directly by
the driving machine
terminal stopping dei'ici., normal a device or devices to
slow down and stop a platform lift or stairway chairlift
automatically at or near a terminal landing indepen-
dently of the functioning of the operating device.
travel (rise) the vertical distance between the bottom
terminal landing and the top terminal landing
traveling table a cable made up of electric conductors,
which pi ov ides electrical connection between a platform
lift or stairway chairlift and a fixed outlet in the runway
valley break a broken wire in a wire rope in which the
outside wire of a strand breaks in the immediate v icmity
of the point where it contacts a \\iie 01 wires of an
adjacent strand, generally at a point not visible when
the wire rope is examined externally One end of the
broken wire is long enough to reach from one valley to
the next one and the other end of die broken wire gener-
ally cannot be seen
vertical platform lift a powered hoisting and lowering
mechanism designed to transport mobility -impaired
persons on a guided platform that ti avels vertically
weatlierproof- so constructed or protected that exposure
to the wcalhci will not interfere with its successful oper-
ation
window an assembly consisting of a surrounding frame
and one or more sashes, ventilators, or fixed lights, or
a combination of these, designed to be installed in a
wall opening for the purpose of admitting light or air,
or both
working pressure the picssurc measured at the cylinder
of a hydraulic driving machine when the platform lift
or stairway chairlift arc lifting their rated load at rated
speed
1 4 Reference Codes, Standards, and Specifications
This section covers the codes, standards, and specifi-
cations incorporated in this Standard by reference, the
specific editions that are applicable, and the rules of this
Standard that reference each document (sec Table 1 4-
1) This section also lists the names and addresses of
the organizations from which these documents may be
procured (sec Table 1 4-2)
Only that portion of the code, standard, or specifica-
tion as specified by the rules in this Standard is appli-
cable
2 VERTICAL PLATFORM LIFTS1
Section 2 applies to vertical platform lifts installed m
locations other than in or at a private residence for use
by the mobility impaired
2.1 Runways
Runways shall be installed in accordance with paras
2 1 1, 2 1 2, or 2 13 Runway construction for lifts that
penetrate a floor must comply with para 2 1 1 and with
the building code
2.1.1 Runway Enclosure Provided
2.1.1.1 The runway shall be guarded by a solid
enclosure extending from the lowest landing to a height
of at least 42 m (1 067 mm) above the uppermost land-
ing The enclosure shall withstand, without permanent
deformation, a force of 125 Ibf (556 N) applied on any
4 m (102 mm) by 4 in (102 mm) area The interior of
the runway enclosure shall present a smooth surface
2112 The runway entrance shall be guarded at
the upper landing by a door of unpcrforatcd construc-
tion not wider than the platform plus 1 in (254 mm)
The door shall be self-closing and at least 42 m (1 067
mm) high The runway side of the door shall present a
smooth surface The door shall be located not more than
3 in (76 mm) from the platfoim sill
2.1.1.3 The runway entrances at all but the upper-
most landing shall be guarded by unperforated self-
closing doors not wider than the platform plus 1 in
' See section •> for Che requirement for Lhis equipment mi>lalled
111 or ala pnvik rcsidcnci
(03)
001 In the \m<.rtiin SouUv ol Mechanical I
ASME A18 1 2003 SAFETY STANDARD FOR PLATFORM LIFTS AND
STAIRWAY CHAIRUFTS
(03)Table 1.4-1 Reference Documents
ANSI A10 4 Qatest edition)
ICC/ANSI Al 17 1-1998
ASME A 120 1 (latest edition)
ANSI Z97 1-1984
ASME B29 1 1975
Standard
Safety Requirements for Personnel Moists
Guidelines for Accessible and usable Buildings and
Facilities
Safety Requirements for Powered Platforms for
Building Maintenance
Performance Specifications and Methods of Test Tor
Safety Glazing Material Used in Buildings
Precision Power Transmission Roller Chains,
Al8 References
1 1 2
2 1 5, 3 1 4 2 and
310 1
112
3643 and 6643
2 3 1 5. 2 3 8 1, 3 3 1 5,
Available From
ANSI
ANSI
ASME
ANSI
ASME
AWS Dl 1 (latest edition)
AWS Dl 3 (latest edition)
NFPA 70 (latest edition)
Attachments, and Sprockets
Structural Welding Code - Steel
Structural Welding Code - Sheet Steel
National Electrical Code0
NFPA 99 (latest edition)
ASME A17 1 1997 (and later
editions)
ASME A90 1 (latest edition)
ASTM A 307 84a
ASTM A 502 83a
ASTM D 2412 92
ASTM E 8 (latest edition)
CAN/CSA B44 1/ASME A17 5
(latest edition)
Standard for Health Care Facilities
Safety Code for Elevators and Escalators
Safety Standard for Manlifls
Specifications for Carbon Steel, Externally and
internally Threaded Standard Fasteners
Specifications for Steel Structural Rivets
Test Method For Determination or External Loading
Characteristics of Plastic Pipe by Parallel Plate
Standard Test Methods for Tension Testing of
Metallic Materials
Elevator and Escalator Electrical Equipment
3351, 4312. 4351,
5 3 1 5, 5 3 8 1, 6 3 1 5,
6 3 5 1, 7 3 1 2, and
7351
9 1 1 and 9 1 2 AWS
9 1 2 AWS
2 1 6 1, 2 10 9 1, NFPA
31 61, 3 1071, 4 13,
41031,5141,
51091,6161,
6 10 6 1, 7 1 3, and
71031
2113 NFPA
1 1 2 ASME
1 1 2 ASME
2 2 2 2. 3 2 1 1. 5 2 1 1, ASTM
6 2 1 1. and 8 1 2 2
222 3, 3211. 5211. ASTM
and 6 21 1
8148 ASTM
9 5 1 ASTM
2 1 6 2, 2 10 9 2, ASME
3 1 6 2, 3 10 7 2, 4 1 4
4 10 3 2, 5 1 4 2,
5 10 9 2, 6 1 6 2,
6 10 6 2, 7 1 4 and
7 1032
16 CFR Part 1201-86
National Building Code
(latest edition)
Standard Building Code
(latest edition)
Uniform Building Code (latest
edition)
Architectural Glazing Standards and Related
Materials
3643 and 6643
1 3
13
13
CPSC
BOCA
SBCCI
ICBO
001 bv the \nrKniau Souuv ol Mitlmtical I nginter*
(03)
2114 All doors shall be provided with a combi
nation mechanK.il lock and electric contact locking
devices shall be protected against -tampering fiom the
a lion landing side The locking devices may permit a door to
Sp«ice necessary for operation shall reject a ball /3 in be opened only if the platform floor is within 2 tn (il
(13 mm) in diameter The lift side of the landing doors mm) of tlie lespecttve landing They shall permit the
and sifl shall present a smooth surf ace located not closer platform to move away from the landing under contiol
than ~/s in (95 mm) nor more than 4 in (19 mm) from of tlie normal operating device if the door is closed
the platform floor but not locked, provided that the device w.ill cause the
005 b\ tht \meru, W Xouotv ol Mvchnmctil Ingmcen
ASME A18 1 2003 SAFETY STANDARD FOR PLATFORM LIFTS AND
STAIRWAY CH AIRLIFTS
platform to stop if it moves away from the landing more
than 2 in (51 mm) before the door is locked Doors shall
withstand, without permanent defoi mation, a force of
125 Ibf (556 N) applied on an> 4 in (102 mm) by 4 in
(102 mm) area.
2.1 1.5 No hardware shall project beyond the ver-
tical lineof tra\ el of the platform, exceptfor thatrequired
for dooi locks
2116 The running clearance between the
entrance and exit sides of the platform floor and the
interior of the runway enclosures shall be not less man
\ in (9.5 mm) nor moie than \ in (19 mm)
2.1.1.7 The platform enclosure walls on the sides
not used for enti ancc or exi t shall be of smooth construc-
tion lo a height of at least 42 m (1 067 mm) above
the platform floor with no openings other than those
necessary foi operation Openings necessary for opeia-
tion shall reject a ball '/£ in (13 mm) in diametei A grab
rail extending the full length of either side wall shall be
provided at a height of 34 in (865 mm) to 38 m (965mm)
The running clearance between the platform enclosure
walls and the runway enclosuie shall be not less than
2 in (51 mm) nor more than 3 in (76 mm)
2.1.1 8 If the runway enclosure extends to a mini-
mum height of 7 ft 0 in (2 134 mm) abo\ e the upper
landing, consists of transparent walls, is exposed to
direct sunlight, and is enclosed with a solid, roof, forced
ventilation with a minimum air handling capacity of
one air change per minute based on net inside enclosure
volume shall be provided The ventilation shall be per-
mitted to be thermostatically contiolled, in which case,
it shall be set to activate at a temperatuie not to exceed
90°F (32 22°Q An auxiliary power source capable of
providing the minimum air handling capacity for 1 hi
shall be provided Ventilating fans or blowers, if used,
shall be located outside the enclosure, or if inside the
enclosure, provide a minimum headroom cleaiance of
7ft Om (2134mm)
(03) 2.1.2 Partial Runway Enclosure Provided
2.1.2.1 The area under the platfoi m shall be f
to mov c away from the landing under control
of the normal operating device if the door is closed
but not locked, provided that the device will cause the
platfoi m to stop if it moves more than 2 in (51 mm)
away from the landing before the door is locked
2.1 2.6 The platform side of the landing doors and
sills shall present a smooth surface and shall not project
beyond the vertical line of travel of the platform No
hardware shall project beyond the vertical line of travel
of the platform, except for that icquucd for door locks
and electuc contacts The doois shall withstand, without
permanent deformation, a force of 125 Ibf (556 N)
applied on any 4 in (102 mm) by 4 in (102 mm) area
2.1 2.7 Smooth vertical fascias of unperforated
construction shall be securely fastened front the top ter-
minal landing sill and any intermediate landing sill to
the level of the bottom terminal landing sill They shall
be equal to or stiongcr than 0 0598 in (1 519 mm) sheet
steel and guard the full width of the platform floor The
fascias shall not be permanently deformed when a foice
of 125 Ibf (556 N) is applied on any 4 in (102 mm) by
4 in (102 mm) area
2.1.2.8 The platform enclosure walls on the sides
not used for entrance or exit shall be of smooth construc-
tion to a height of at least 42 m (1 067 mm) above
00* h<, tin, NoKnt-w Sot.H.lv ol Miihnmcal Inginien
t* I* .. f I .... ( L ... „„ ,. ,' 4 4
SAFETY STANDARD FOR PLATFORM LIFTS AND
STAIRWAY CHAIRLIFTS
ASME A18 1 2003
the platform floor with no openings, other than those
necessary for operation Openings necessary for opera-
tion shall reject a ball Vj in (13 mm) m diameter A grab
lail extending the full length of either side wall shall be
provided at a height of 34 in (865 mm) to 38 in (%5
mm) The running clcarancebetwccn the platform enclo-
sure wall and the vertical face of the machine housing
shall be not less than 2 in (51 mm) nor more than 3 in
(76 mm) Where an obstruction or surface less than 42
in (1 067 mm) above the top landing other than machine
housing, stationary guard panels, shutter type (telescop-
ing) guard panels or sides used for entering and exiting
is within 12 in (305 mm) of the platform enclosure walls
and presents a pinching, sheanng, or crushing hazard, a
smooth continuous surface shall be provided extending
from the lower landing to a height of not less than 42
in (1 067 mm) above the top landing Where an obstruc-
tion or surface is between 42 in (1 067 mm) and 80 in
(2 000 mm) above the top landing, a smooth continuous
surface shall be piov ided extending fiom the lower land-
ing to a height of not less than 3 in (76 mm) above the
obstruction The continuous surface shall be located on
the lift side of the obstiuction not closer than 2 in (51
mm) to the platform enclosure walls.
(03) 213 Runway Enclosure Not Provided
2.1 3.1 The runway entrance shall be guarded at
the upper landing by a door of unperforated construc-
tion The door shall be self-closing, at least 42 in (1 067
mm) high, and withstand, without permanent deforma-
tion, a force of 125 Ibf (556 N) applied on a 4 in (102
mm) by 4 in (102 mm) area The door shall be located
not more than 3 in (76 mm) from the platform sill
2132 The runway entrance shall be guarded at
any intermediate landing by a door of unperforated
construction not wider than the entrance to the platform
plus 1 m (25 4 mm) The dooi shall be self-closing and
extend to a height of at least 42 in (1 067 mm) above
the top terminal landing The lift side of the door and
sill shall present a smooth surface located not closer
than \ in (95 mm) nor more than 3/ m (19 mm) from
the access edge of the platform floor
2.1.3.3 Smooth vertical fascias of unperforated
construction shall be securely fastened from the top ter-
minal landing sill and any intermediate landing sill to
the level of the bottom terminal landing sill They shall
be equal to or stronger than 00598 in (1 519 mm) sheet
steel and guard the full width of theplatform The fascias
shall not be permanently deformed when a force of 125
Ibf (556 N) is applied on any 4 in (102 mm) by 4 m
(102 mm) area
2134 The side of the platform providing access
to the lower landing shall be guarded by a platfoim
door of unperforated construction The door shall be
self-closing, at least 42 m (1 067 mm) high, and with-
stand, without permanent deformation, a force of 125
Ibf (556 N) on a 4 in (102 mm) by 4 in (102 mm) area
2.1.3.5 The sides of the platform not used foi
entrance or exit shall be guarded by walls of smooth
construction with no openings, other than those neces-
sary for the operation of the lift, to a height of at least 42
in (1 067 mm) Those openings necessary for operation
shall reject a ball !£ in (13 mm) in diameter A grab bar
extending the full length of cither side guard shall be
provided at a height of 34m (865 mm) to 38 in (965mm)
2.1.3.6 The underside of the platform shall be
equipped with a dev ice that, if the platform is obstructed
in its downward travel by a force not to exceed 15 Ibf
(66 6 N) applied anywhere on its underside, will actuate
a minimum of two sensing devices that shall cause elec-
tric power to be removed from the driving machine
motor and brake, if provided, and cause the platform
to stop its downward motion within 2m (51 mm) The
stroke of the dev ice shall be not less than the stopping
distance of the platform The lift shall be permitted to
operate away from the obstruction Downward motion
shall be permitted to resume when the obstruction is
remov cd
2.1.3 7 The clearance between the platform floor
and the upper landing sill shall be not less than % in
(9 5 mm) nor more than 3/; in (19 mm)
2138 All doors, except as provided in para
2138, shall be prov ided with a combination mechanical
lock and electric contact Locking devices shall be pro-
tected against tampering from the landing side The
locking devices shall permit a door to be opened only
if the platform floor is within 2 in (51 mm) of the respec-
tive landing The platform shall be permitted to move
away from the landing under control of the normal
opciating device if the door is closed but not locked,
prov ided that the dev ices will cause theplatform to stop
if it moves away from die landing more than 2 in (51
mm) before the door is locked
2139 Where the lift is installed at a location that
does not hav c guard rails at the upper landing as allowed
by building codes (see definition), the requirements of
paras 2 1 3.1, 2 1 3 2, and 2 13.3 shall be permitted to
be omitted when platform gates are provided They shall
extend to a height at least equal to the top terminal
landing height plus 6 in (152 mm) measured when the
platform is at its lowest position The gates shall be of
unperforated construction, self-closing and be provided
with electric contacts to prevent movement of the plat-
form if the gates are not closed The gates shall not be
pcimancntly defoimed when a force of 125 Ibf (556 N)
is applied on any 4 in (102 mm) by 4 in (102 mm) area
2 1 3 10 The requiiements of para 2137 shall be
permitted to be increased to 3 in (76 mm) if a platform
001 In the Aim ruin SotiUx ol Mechanical f ngincen
hioughout the range of travel shall be not less than 80
in (2032 mm) as mcasuied vertically fiom the plat-
foim floor
2 2 Guide Rails
Guide tails shall conform to the requirements of paras
221 through 227 Where tee vails are ptovided they
shall also conform to the requirements of paras 228
and 229 Rail joints shall be designed to maintain the
accui acy of the i ail alignment and to withstand the sties'?
and deflection limitations stipulated in para 224
221 Material Guide rails, guide-rail biackets, rail
clips, fishplates, and then fastenings shall be of steel or
other metals conforming to the requirements of para
2 2 Where steel may present an accident ha/ard, as in
chemical or explosive plants, guide rails shall he pei mit-
ted to be of selected wood or other suitable nonmetallic
materials
2,2 2 Requirements for Steel, Where Used
2221 "Rails, biackets, fishplates, and rail dips
shall be made of open-liearth steel or its equivalent hav-
ing a tensile strength of not less than 55,000 psi (379
MPa) and having an elongation of not less than 22% in
a length of 2 in (51 mm)
2.2,2.2 Bolts shall conform to ASTM A 307
2223 Rivets shall conform to ASTM A 5C2
2.2.3 Requirements for Metals Other Than Steel. Met-
als other than steel shall be permitted to be used pro
vided the factoi of safety is not less than, and the
deflections are not more than, the values specified in
this Section, and provided that cast iron is not used
2.2.4 Stresses and Deflections
2241 Guide Rails Tor steels conforming to the
requirements of para 222, the stresses in a guide rail
or in the rail and its reinforcement, due to the horizontal
forces imposed on the rail during loading, unloading or
running, calculated without impact, shall not exceed
15,000 psi (103 MPa), and the deflection shall not exceed
4 in (6 3 mm)
Where steels of greatei strength tlian those specified
in para 2 2 2 aie used, the stresses specified shall be
permitted to be increased proportionately based on tbe
ratio of the ultimate strengths
2242 Brackets, Fastenings, and Supports The
guide-rail brackets, their fastenings and supports, such
as b uilding beams and walls, shall be capable of resisting
the horizontal forces imposed by rated load with a total
deflection to the point of support not in excess of /» in
(3 2 mm)
2.2.5 Guide-Rail Surfaces Guide-iail surfaces used
for guiding a platform or counterweight sliall be suffi
ciently smooth and true to operate properly with the
guiding members Those surfaces that the platform or
counterweight safeties engage shall be smooth and ti tie
within the tolerances icqtnred to ensure pioper safety
application without excessive retardation 01 excessive
out-of-level platform floor conditions resulting
2.2.6 Overall Length of Guide Raits. The platform and
counterweight guide rails sliall extend at the top and
bottom to prevent the guiding membeis from disengag
ing from the guide rails if either the platform or counter-
weight reaches its extreme limit of travel
1(1
003 In itu, Atmncin Souet\ ot Mkdntiiesl I ngincen
SAFETY STANDARD FOR PLATFORM LIFTS AND
STAIRWAY CHAIRLIFTS
ASME A18 1 2003
2.2.7 Design and Strength of Brackets and Supports?
The building construction forming the supports for the
guide iails, and the guide-rail brackets, shall bcdesigned
to safely withstand the application of the platform or
counteiweight safety when stopping the platform and
its rated load or the counterweight, and \vithstand the
forces specified m para 2 2.4 2 within the deflection
limits specified
Where necessary, the building construction shall be
icinforced to provide adequate support foi the guide
rails
2.2 8 Bracket Fastenings Guide-rail brackets shall be
secuied to then supporting structure by means of bolts
or ri\ ets, or by welding Fastening bolts and bolt holes
in brackets and their supporting beams shall conform
to the icquiiements of para 2 2.9 Welding, where used,
shall conform to the requirements of para 9 1
229 Fastening of Guide Rails to Rail Brackets. Guide
tails shall be secured to their brackets by clips, welds,
or bolts Bolts used for fastening shall be of such strength
as to withstand the foices specified in paras 2242
and 227
Welding, wheie used, shall conform to the require-
ments of para 9 1
2.3 Driving Means and Sheaves
The dm ing means shall be one of the following
(a) winding drum
(b> traction
(i) i oped sprocket
(d) chain sprocket
(c) scicv,
(f) rack and pinion
(g) duect-plunger hydraulic
(h) roped-hy di aul ic
(i) lever hydraulic
(j) friction
Duving means utilizing a combination of two or more
means shall conform to all applicable requirements of
the respective means unless stated otheiwise
231 General Requirements
2311 The factor of safety, based on the static
load (the rated load plus the weight of the platform,
ropes, counterweights, etc), to be used in the design
of driving machines and sheaves, including fasteners
transmitting load, shall not be less than 8 foi steel,
bronze, 01 other metals having an elongation of less than
14% m a length of 2 m (51 mm) or 10 for cast iron or
other metals having an elongation of less than 14% m
a length of 2 m (51 mm) Other factors of safety for
2 Kunwav-enclobure walk of bricks terra oolla, and similar mate-
rials used in buildings of steel and concrete construction, are
usuallv insufficient in strength to form bv themselves adequate
iiippoi Is for Iht guide r.iils
specific dnv ing means are further specified in section 8
2312 Set screws or threaded portions located in
the shcai plane of bolts and screws shall not be used to
transmit load
Means shall be provided, to ensure that there is not
relative motion between rigidly joined components
transmitting load
Where flexible couplings are used to transmit load,
means shall be provided to prevent disengagement of
the coupling components m thecventof failure or exces-
sive motion m the flexible connection
^ fillet shall be prov ided at any point of change in the
diameter of dnv mg-machme shafts and sheave shafts to
prevent excessive stress concentrations m the shafts
Shafts that support drums, sheaves, gears, couplings,
and other members, and which transmit torque, shall
be provided with tight-fitting keys
2.3.1.3 Friction gearing, clutch mechanisms, or
couplings shall not be used to connect a driving machine
drum or sheave to the mam duving mechanism
2314 Woim gearing having cast iron teeth shall
not be used on the duving machine
2315 Driving-machine chains and sprockets
shall be of steel and shall conform in design and dimen-
sions to the lequirements of 4NSI/4SME B29 1
2.3.1.6 Winding drums, tiaction sheaves, over-
head sheaves, and deflecting shca\cs used with suspen-
sion and compensating ropes shall be of metal, shall be
provided with finished grooves for ropes, or shall be
permitted to be lined with nonmetalhc groove material,
and ha\ e a pitch diameter of not less than 30 times the
diameter of the suspension lopes. Where 8 x 19 steel
rope or 7 x 19 steel airciaft cable is used the pitch
diameter of the drums and sheaves shall be pcimittcd to
be reduced to 21 times the diameter of the rope or cable
Where the grooves are used to transmit power, suffi-
cient tiaction shall be provided between the rope and
groove, and in the e\ent of nonmetallic lining failure,
between the rope and the remaining sheave groove, to
safely stop and hold the platfoim with 125% of the
latcd load
232 Hydraulic Driving Machines Diicct-plungcr
hydraulic duving machines, where used, shall conform
to the requirements of paia 8.1, except para 812
Roped-hy draulic machines shall also conform to the
lequirements of para 8 1 except for paras. 8 1 1, 8 1.3,
8 1 4 3, and 8 1 4 7
2.3.3 Screw Machines. Screw machines, where used,
shall conform to para 82
234 Frictbn Machines Friction machines, whetc
used, shall conform to para 8 3
235 Machine Framework and Base The machine
framework, base, and fastenings to the buildings where
11
OO.l t>\ tlit, \mernin SoucK ol Mk.tlntnc»l I ttgintm
ASMEA181 2003 SAFETY STANDARD FOR PLATFORM LIFTS AND
STAIRWAY CHAIRUFTS
used, shall be of metal construction, have a factoi of
safety of not less than 5 based on the rated load, and
shall be secured in place with support provided to limit
their deflections to /£ in (64 mm) maximum in any
direction under rated load Cast iron shall not be used
2.3.6 Guiding Member En closures The guiding mem-
bers shall be enclosed with a solid enclosure to prevent
accidental contact If openings are necessary in this
enclosure for operation, they shall reject a ball 3,^ in (19
mm) in diametci
2.3.7 Machinery Beams and Supports
2.3.7.1 All machinery and sheav es shall be so sup-
ported and secured to prevent any part becoming loose
01 displaced Beams directly supporting machinery shall
be of steel or remfoiced concrete
2.3.7.2 Overhead beams and sheaves shall be
designed for not less than the total load on oveihead
beams, which shall be assumed to be equal to the weight
of all apparatus lestmg on the beams plus twice the
maximum load, suspended from the beams The load
resting on the beams shall include the complete weights
of the dnv mg machine, sheaves, controllci, etc The load
suspended, fiom the beams shall include the sum of the
tensions in all ropes suspended from the beams
2373 The driving machine or sheaves, except
idlers 01 deflecting sheaves with their guards and
fiamcs, shall not be fastened to the underside of the
supporting beams at the top of the runway
23 7 4 Cast iron in tension shall not be used for
supporting members for sheaves \vherc they are hung
beneath beams
2.3.8 Guarding of Driving Machines and Suspension
Means. The driving machine and suspension means
shall be enclosed with a solid enclosuie. Any opening
required foi operation shall reject a ball 3/( in (19 mm)
in diameter Access shall be provided by a removable
panel for inspecting and servicing The panel shall be
sciewed, locked, or bolted m place
2.39 Indirect Drive Machines. Induect-dnvc ma-
chines, utilizing V-bclt duves, tooth drive belts, or dm e
chains, shall conform to the lequnements of paias
2.3 9 1, 2 3 9 2, and 2393, except that the requirements
of para 2392 shall be permitted to be omitted if a self-
locking dnve meeting the requirements of para 2 4 3 is
provided If multiple belts or chains arc provided, they
shall be preloaded and matched for length m sets
2 3.9 1 General Requirements Belt sets shall be
selected on the basis of the manufacturer's rated break-
ing strength and a factor of safety of 10 Cham and
sprocket sets shall be selected on the basis of recommen-
dations set forth in the Supplementary Information sec-
tion of ANSI/ASME B29 1 using a seivicc factor of 2
Offset links m chain arc not permitted
Sprockets m a chain dn\e set and also a driven set
shall be assembled onto a common hub, with teeth cut
in-line after assembly to assure equal load distribution
on all chains Tooth sheaves for a belt drive shall be
constructed in a manner to assure equal load distribu-
tion on each belt m the set Load determination for both
the belt and chain sets shall be based on the maximum
static loading on the platfoim, which is the full load in
the platform at rest and at a position m the runway that
creates the greatest load, including cither the platform
or counterweight resting on its buffer
Cham drives and belt drives shall be guarded to pro-
tect against accidental contact and to prevent foreign
objects from interfering with drives
2392 Monitoring and Brake Location Each belt or
chain in a set shall be continuously monitored by a
broken belt or chain device that shall function to auto-
matically interrupt powci to the machine and apply die
brake if any belt or chain m the set breaks or becomes
excessively slack The driving machine brake shall be
located on die traction sheave or drum assembly side
of the dnv ing machine so as to be fully effective if the
entire belt set 01 chain set should break
2393 Replacement of Belts or Chains If one belt
or chain of a set is worn, stretched, or damaged so as
to require replacement, the entire set shall be replaced
Sprockets and toothed sheav es shall also be replaced if
worn
2.4 Driving Machine Brakes
241 Driving machines, except hydraulic, shall be
equipped with friction biakcs directly attached to the
dnv mg means through a continuous shaft, mechanical
coupling, or toothed gearing applied by springs, or by
gravity, and released electrically
2 4.2 A single ground or short circuit, a counter-
voltage or a motor-field discharge shall not prevent the
brake magnet from allowing the brake to set when the
operating device is placed m the stop position
2 4.3 A machmebrake is not requued if a self-locking
drive utilizing a lead screw, worm, or other positive
gearing that will stop and hold the platfoim with the
rated load within 4 in (102 mm) of down tiavel after
the power is removed is provided
2.5 Suspension and Support Means
2 5.1 General Requirements
2511 Suspension and support means shall be
one of the following
(a) steel or iron v,ne rope
ft) steel airciaft cable
d) chain
(d) direct-plunger hydraulic
d) roped-hydraulic
12
00.} In thi Vmriitn SIRK.U ol Mulniucal I ngincen
SAFETY STANDARD FOR PLATFORM LIFTS AND
STAIRWAY CH AIRLIFTS
ASME A18 1 2003
(f) rack and pinion
(g) screw
(h) friction machine guides and rollers
Suspension and support means utilizing a combina-
tion of tw o or moic means shall conform to all applicable
icqmicments of the respective means unless stated
otherwise
2512 Steel tapes 01 welded link chains shall not
be used as suspension means.
2513 Where ropes or chains are used, no fewer
than two shall be prov ided
2 5.1 4 For rated loads up to 500 Ib (227 kg), lopes
shall have a minimum diameter of '/ in (64 mm) and
chains shall have a minimum pitch of l< in (13 mm)
Tor higher rated loads, ropes shall have a minimum
diameter of ^ in (9 5 mm) and chains shall have a
minimum pitch of 54 m (16 mm)
252 Factors of Safety The suspension and suppoi t
means shall have a factor of safety of not less than 7
based on the tension in the rope, cable, chain, or forces
excited, on the rack and pinion when raising the rated
load When the platform and counteiweight aie sus-
pended by steel ropes and the dnving means between
the machine and the countenvcight is an endless roller-
type chain, the factor of safet> of such chain shall be
not less than 8, based on the rated load See section 8
for special requirements for particular dnve systems
2.5.3 Arc of Contact of Suspension Means on Sheaves
and Sprockets. The arc of contact of a vv ire rope on a
It action sheave shall be sufficient to produce adequate
tiaction under all load conditions The arc of contact of
a chain on a driving sprocket shall be not less than
140 dcg
2.5 4 Spare Rope Turns on Winding Drums \\\ wire
ropes of winding drum machines shall have not less
than one full turn of the rope on the drum when the
platform or counterweight lias reached its limit of possi-
ble overtravcl
2.5 5 Securing Suspension Ropes to Winding Drums.
The drum ends of wire ropes shall be secured on the
inside of the drum of winding drum machines b> clamps
or b> tapered, babbitted sockets, or by other means
approved by the authority having jurisdiction
256 Lengthening, Splicing, Repairing, or Replacing
Suspension Means Suspension lopes shall not be
lengthened or repaired b> splicing Broken or worn sus-
pension chains shall not be repaired If one lope or chain
of a set is worn or damaged and icquires replacement,
the entire set of ropes or chains shall be replaced If a
chain 01 sprocket is replaced due to wear, all chains and
sprockets shall be replaced
257 Fastening of Rope Suspension Means to Plat-
form. The platform ends of wire ropes shall be fastened
m a return loop by properly made mdi\ idual tapered
babbitted sockets or properly attached fittings as iccom-
mendcd by wire rope manufacturers Clips of the U-
bolt type shall not be used Tapered babbitted rope sock-
ets and the method of babbitting shall conform to the
lequirements of para 9 8
258 Guarding All suspension means shall be
guarded against accidental contact Suspension means
that operate within a guide 01 track and travel at the
same speed and m the same direction as the platform
shall be consideied suitably guarded
2 6 Platforms
261 Frame and Floor The frame shall be of metal
construction and have a factoi of safety of not less than
5 based on the rated load The floor shall be of metal
or wood construction with a nonskid surface
262 Securing of Enclosures The enclosure shall be
securely fastened to the flooi and so suppoited that it
cannot loosen or become displaced in ordinary service,
on the application of die platform safety, or on buffer
engagement The enclosure shall be so constructed that
removable portions cannot be dismantled from within
the platform
Enclosuic linings, decorative panels, light fixtures,
and other apparatus or equipment attached to the enclo-
sure shall be secuiely fastened and so supported that
they will not loosen 01 become displaced in ordinary
service, on platform safety application, or on buffer
engagement
Panels attached to the enclosure for decorative or
othci purposes shall not be unfastened from inside the
platform by the use of common tools or shall be permit-
ted to be remo\ ed fiom inside the platform when perfo-
lations, exceeding that which would reject a ball 1/£ in
(13 mm) in diameter, m the enclosure used for panel
hanging or support have permanent means to prevent
straight through passage beyond the running clearance
263 Strength and Deflection of Enclosure Walls. The
enclosure walls shall be designed and installed to with-
stand a f 01 cc of 75 Ibf (334 N) applied horizontally at any
point on the walls of the enclosure vvithout permanent
deformation noi cause the deflection to exceed 1 m
(25 4 mm)
2 6.4 Use of Cast Iron. Cast iron shall not be used m
the construction of any load bearing membei of the
platform frame or floor other than foi guide shoes and
guide shoe brackets
2.6.5 Floor Area. The inside net floor area shall not
exceed 18 ft2 (1 67 m2)
2 6.6 Illumination
2661 At the threshold of the floor, with the land-
ing door open, the minimum illumination shall be not
less than 5 ftc (54 Ix)
13
0<H h\ (hi \im.riiin Sout.lv ol Mithnincul I
ASME A18 1 2003 SAFETY STANDARD FOR PLATFORM LIFTS AND
STAIRWAY CHAIRLJFTS
In Case Of Fire
Do Not Use Lift
O
WHITE
BLACK
RED
Fig 2.6.7 Platform Lift Corridor Call Station Pictograph
2.6.6 2 During operation, the minimum illumina-
tion on the floor and controls shall be not less than 5
ftc (54 ix)
2663 An auxiliary illumination source to pro-
\ ide general illumination of not less than 0 2 ftc (2 2 Ix)
on the floor and contiols shall be provided
The auxiliary system shall be automatical!) activated
when normal ill umination power fails and shall be capa-
ble of maintaining the above illumination intensity for
a period of not less than 4 hr and shall use no fewer
than Mo lamps of approximately equal wattage
2.6 7 Protection of Platforms Against Fire Foi lifts
that penetrate a floor, and when fiie resistive runwaj
enclosure construction is icquncd by building code, the
underside of wood platforms, the exposed surfaces of
wood platform stringers, and edges of laminated plat-
forms shall beprotected against fire b> one of the follow-
ing methods
(a.) covenngwith sheet steel of 00164 in (04166mm)
in thickness or with equall) fire-retardant material
(fi) painting with an approved fire-retardant paint
having a flame spiead rating of not over 50, applied in
accordance tMth the instructions of the manufacturei
Such ratings shall be based on the test procedure speci-
fied in ANSI/ASTM E &4
A pictograph as shown in Fig 267 should be posted
over each platform lift corridor call station The picto-
graph is 5 in (127 mm) wide and 8 in (203 mm) high
2 6.8 \ full passenger enclosure shall not be per-
mitted
2.6.8 1 Platforms shall be permitted to have a top
provided the top is non-load-beanng and marked to
indicate it cannot sustain a load
2 7 Capacity, Speed, and Travel
271 Limitation of Load, Speed, and Travel The rated
load shall be not less than 450 Ib (204 kg) nor more than
14
00i bv ilu V»Kn<,in SOUIH ol Mvthitncal t ngintcrs
SAFETY STANDARD FOR PLATFORM LIFTS AND
STAIRWAY CHAIRLIFTS
ASME A18 1 2003
750 Ib (340 kg) The lift shall be capable of sustaining
and lowering a load as specified in Tig 9 7 The rated
speed shall not exceed 30 ft/mm (0 15 m/s) The travel
shall not exceed 12 ft (3 658 mm) Travel of lifts conform-
ing to para 2.1 3 shall not exceed 5 ft (1 524 mm) Plat-
forms w ith a floor greater than 15 ft2 (139 m2) shall have
iated load of not less than 750 Ib (340 kg)
2.7 2 Capacity Plates A capacity plate stating the
rated load shall be prov ided by the manufactuier and
fastened m a conspicuous place The letters and numer-
als used shall be not less than V in (6 4 mm) in height
2.7.3 Data Plates. A data plate shall be piovided by
the manufacturei and secuiel> fastened to the machine
The plate shall state the rated speed, rated load, weight
of platform, suspension and support means, date of
manufacture, and manufacturer's name Lctteis and
numerals shall be not less than ^L in (6 4 mm) in height
(03) 2.7.4 Restriction Sign. A sign shall be securel> fas-
tened m a conspicuous place at each landing and on the
platform The sign shall state "No Freight" in Ictteis not
less than '4 in (64 mm) high and shall include the
international symbol of accessibility
2 8 Safeties and Speed Governors
All platfoims shall be pro\ ided with a safety, except
platforms of direct-plunger hydraulic lifts The safety
shatl be actuated by the action of a speed governor
or by the breakage or slackening of the suspension or
support means Whcie actuation is by a governor, flic
safety shall be set at a maximum speed of 75 ft/mm
(0 38 m/s) Wheic actuation is by breakage orslackenmg
of the suspension or suppoit means, the safety shall be
set without delay, and independent of the speed gover-
nor, if provided
Safety parts shall conform to the requirements of
paias 282 and 283 Whcie hoisting ropes arc used,
the application of safeties shall conform to the require-
ments of para 284
The application and release of safeties shall confoim
to the requiiements of paias 2 8 5,2 8 6, and 287
281 Screw Drive Machines. When screw duve
machines aie used, safeties and speed governors con-
forming to pnia 281 shall be pcimittcd
2811 The down speed of the platform shall be
limited with rated load to not over 175 ft/mm (0 89 m/
s) m the event of failure of the driving means
2812 The fall of the platform in the event of
failure of the driving nut shall be limited to a distance
not exceeding ^ m (13 mm), by utilizing a safety nut
or other equivalent means
281.3 The capability of the alternate safety
devices described, in paras 2811 and 2 8 1 2 to function
as required shall be verified by engineering tests as
described in para 9 6
2.8.2 Minimum Factors of Safety and Stresses of
Safety Parts and Rope Connections
2821 Parts of safeties, except springs, safety-
rope drums, leading sheaves, and their supporting
brackets and safety-jaw gibs, shall have a factor of safety
of not less than 3*4, based on the ultimate strength of
the matenal, and the materials used shall ha\ e an elon-
gation of not less than 15% in a length of 2 in (51 mm)
Forged, cast, or welded paite shall be stress relieved
2 8.2.2 Spi ings shall be permitted to be used m the
opeiation of platform 01 counterweight safeties Where
used, and where partially loaded prior to safety opera-
tion, the loading on the spring shall not produce a fiber
stress exceeding one-half the elastic limit of the material
During operation of the safety, the fiber stress shall not
exceed 85% of the elastic limit of the material Helical
springs, wheie used, shall be in compression
2.8 2 3 Safety-rope drums, leading sheaves, and
their supporting brackets and safety-jaw gibs shall be
peimitted to be made of cast iron and other metals
provided such parts have a factor of safety of not less
than 10
2824 Rope used as a connection from the safety
to the governor rope, including rope wound on the
safety-rope drum, shall be not less than /£ in (3 2 mm)
in diameter and shall be made of a corrosion-resistant
metal The factor of safety of the rope shall be not less
than 5 Tiller-rope construction shall not be used
2825 The factois of safety shall be based upon
the maximum stresses developed in the parts during
the operation of the safety when stopping rated load
from governoi tripping speed
2826 Safety-rope leading-sheave brackets and
other safety operating parts shall not be attached to or
supported by wood members
2.8.3 Material and Factor of Safety. Governor ropes,
where prov ided shall be of iron, steel, monel metal,
phosphor bronze, or stainless steel They shall be of a
tegular-lay constiuction, and not less than V, in (64
mm) m diametei The factor of safety of governor ropes
shall be not less than 5 Tiller-rope construction shall
not be used
284 Type A (Instantaneous) Safeties On the parting
of the hoisting ropes (free fall) Type A governoi oper-
ated safeties, where prov ided, shall apply without
appreciable delay, and their application shall be inde-
pendent of the speed action of the governor and of the
location of the break in the hoisting ropes (inertia appli-
cation), and shall be permitted to be accomplished by
the use of a governor and governor ugging having a
15
00,? b\ llic Smi.ru,in Sotiu\ ol Mvtlntneal t nginien
ASME A18 1 2003 SAFETY STANDARD FOR PLATFORM LIFTS AND
STAIRWAY CHAIRLIFTS
sufficiently high value of inertia to apply the safety on
ficc fall independently of the speed action of the gov-
ernoi
285 Means of Application Safeties shall be applied
mechanically Electric, h>drauhc, or pneumatic devices
shall notbe used to apply the safeties required by section
2, nor to hold such safeties in the retracted position
286 Level of Platform Floor on Safety Application
The application of a Type <\ or Type B safety to stop the
platform, with its latcd load centered on each quarter
of the floor symmetiically with relation to the center
line of the floor, shall not cause the floor to be out of
level more than 3/y in /ft (31 mm/m) in any direction
2 8.7 Release. When platform safeties are applied,
no decieasc in tension in the govcrnoi rope nor motion
of the platform in the down direction shall iclcasc the
safeties, but such safeties shall be permitted to be
released by the motion of the platform in the up
direction
2.9 Terminal Stopping Devices
2.9.1 Normal tei mmal stopping de\ ices lequued by
para 292 shall be permitted to use mechanically oper-
ated, magnetically operated, optical, or static-type
switches
Final terminal stopping de\ ices required by para 293
shall use only mechanically operated switches
Teimmal stopping de\ ices that are located on the plat-
form or in the runway shall be of the enclosed type and
securely mounted in such a manner so that horizontal
movement of the platform shall not affect the operation
of the dev ice
2.9 2 Normal stopping dcv ices operated by the plat-
form shall be provided, and shall be set to stop the
platform flooi v> ithin a tolerance of \ in (13 mm) of the
landings under rated loading to zero loading conditions
The normal stopping devices shall be permitted to also
serve as the upper and lower terminal stopping dev ices
293 Uppei and lower final teimmal stopping
de\ ices operated by the platform shall be pi ovided to
remove power from the motor and brake if provided,
except as specified in paia 296 They shall be set to
stop the platform aftenttiavelspastthcnoimal terminal
stopping device and befoie striking an obstruction \
slack-rope dev ice equipped v, ich a slack-rope switch of
the enclosed manually leset type, which shall cause the
electric power to be lemoved from the driving machine
motor and biake, if provided, if any hoisting rope
becomes slack, shall be peimitted as the lower final
terminal stopping dev ice
2.9 it Final terminal stopping dcv ice sw itch contacts
shall be directly opened, mechanically Arrangements
that depend on a spring or gravity, or a combination
thereof, to open the contacts shall not be used
2.9.5 The final terminal stopping device shall not
contiol the same contiollcr switches as the normal stop-
ping device unless two or more separate and indepen-
dent switches are provided, two of which shall be closed
to complete the driving-machine motor-and-brake cir-
cuit m either direction of travel Wheie a two- or thiee-
phase alternating-current driv mg-machme motor is
used, these switches shall be of the multi-pole type
The control shall be so designed and installed that a
single ground or short cucuit shall be pcimilled to pre-
vent either the normal or final stopping device cncuits
from stopping the platfoi m, but not prevent both
29.6 Final teimmal stopping devices aie not
required for direct-plunger or roped hydraulic driving
machines Lower final terminal stopping devices are not
required %vhere the limitations of die machine or runway
limit the tiavel of the platform (eg, a platfoim at rest
on the bottom terminal landing)
2 10 Operating Devices and Control Equipment
2.10 1 Operation. Operation of the lift from the land-
ings and from the platform shall be controlled by "UP"
and "DOWN" contiol switches at all stations, and shall
be by means of the continuous-pressure type Controls
shall be 48 m (1 220 mm) maximum and 15 m (380
mm) minimum above the platform floor or facility floor
or ground level Operating dev ices shall be designed so
that both the "UF" and "DOWN" circuits cannot be
opeiated at the same time
2.10.2 Attendant Operation
2.10.2.1 Where applicable, and wheie approved
by the authority having junsdiction, the lift shall be
peimitted to be attendant-operated The attendant shall
be summoned by means of a clearly labeled attendant-
call device located at each landing
2 10 2 2 The attendant shall operate the platform
by means of a contmuous-picssure switch so located
that the attendant has full v tew of the floor area under
the platform and full v lew of the platform throughout
its tiav el \ manually reset emergency stop switch shall
also be ptovided at that location
2 10 2 3 No controls other than an emergency
stop switch, shall be prov ided in the platform
2 10.3 Control and Operating Circuit Requirements
The design and installation of the control and operating
circuits shall conform to the following
2.10.3.1 Contiol systems that depend on the com-
pletion or maintenance of an electric circuit shall not be
used for interruption of the power and application of
the machine brake at terminal landings, or for stopping
the machine when the safety applies
2 10 3 2 If springs aie used to actuate switches
contactors, or relays to break the circuit to stop the lift
16
00? hv the \iVKncin Souitv ol Miihitnttil fngincers
SAFETY STANDARD FOR PLATFORM LIFTS AND
STAIRWAY CHAIRLIFTS
ASMEA1S 1 2003
at the teiminal landings, they shall be of the icstiained
compicssion type
21033 The failure of an), single magnetically
operated switch, relay, or contactoi to release m the
intended manner,, or the failuie of any solid state de\ ice
to operate as intended, or the occunence of a single
accidental ground or combination of accidental grounds
shall not permit the lift to start if this failure renders
ineffective any electrical protective device
2.10.4 Motor Reversal Protection Where a non-
instantaneous reversible motor is used a protective cir-
cuit 01 de\ ice shall be provided to prevent the motor
fiom continuing m the same direction if the reversing
control is activated
2 10 5 Phase Reversal and Failure Protection Lifts
having polyphase alternating cuircnt power supply
shall be prov ided with means to prevent the starting of
the lift motor if the phase rotation is in the wrong direc-
tion, or if there is a failure of any phase
This protection shall be considered to be provided if a
icversal of phase of the incoming polyphase alternating
cuircnt povkci ivill not cause the lift driving machine
motor to opciate in the wrong direction
2.10.6 Emergency Stop Switch. An emeigency stop
switch shall be provided on the platform and located
m or adjacent to each platfoim operating panel When
opened, this switch shall cause the elcctnc power to be
icmovcd from the driving-machine motor and. brake if
provided
Emergency stop switches shall be of the manually
opened and closed type and have led operating handles
or buttons
They shall be conspicuously andpeimanently marked
"STOP" and indicate the "STOP" and ' RUN" positions
Switches shall be positively opened mechanically and
their opening shall not be solely dependent on springs
2.10.7 Slack-Rope and Slack-Chain Devices for Wind-
ing Drum and Roller-Chain-Type Driving Machines, Wind-
ing drum dnv ing machines with rope suspension shall
be provided with a slack-rope device of the manually
icset type that will remove power fiom the motor and
brake if the platform is obstructed m its descent and the
suspension ropes slacken Lifts with roller chain suspen-
sion means shall be provided with a slack-chain device
that will ncmov e power from the motor and brake if the
platform is obstructed in its descent and the suspension
means slacken This device is not icquiicd to be of the
manually reset type if the chain spiockcts are guarded
to prevent the chain from becoming disengaged fiom
the sprockets
2.10.8 Release and Application of Driving Machine
Brake Dnv ing-machine brakes shall not be electrically
iclcascd until power has been applied to the driving-
machine motoi All power feed lines to the brake shall
be opened and. thebiakeshall apply automatically when
any operating device in paia 2 10 1 or 2.102 is in the
stop position, and when any elcctiical piotectivc device
functions
2 10 9 Electrical Equipment and Wiring
2 10.9.1 All clectncal equipment and wiring shall
conform to the requirements of ANSI/NFPA 70
2.10 9.2 Electncal equipment shall be certified to
the lequirements of CAN/CSA B44 1/ASME A175
2 10 10 Manual Operations Means shall be prov idcd
to permit authorized personnel fiom a position outside
the platform to raise or lowei the platform manually in
the ev ent of power failure, unless standby (emergency)
power is provided
2.11 Emergency Signals
If the platfoim is installed in an area not visible to
pcisonncl at all times, emergency signaling devices shall
be prov ided in accordance with the lequuements of para
2 11 1 or 2 11 2 Standby power shall be provided in
accordance vnth para 2113
2.11 1 The platform shall be piov ided with an audi-
ble signaling dev ice operable from the emergency stop
switch, maiked also with "ALARM" or from a separate
switch maiked "ALARM," which is located m or adja-
cent to each platform operating panel The switch
marked "ALARM" shall illuminate when actuated The
signaling dev ice shall be audible inside the platform
and outside the runway The audible signaling device
shall have a rated sound pressure rating of not less than
80 dBA nor greater than 90 dBA at 10 ft (3 05 m) and
lespond without delay after the switch has been acti-
vated
2.11 2 Theliftshall beprov ided with a means of two-
way conversation between the platform and a readily
accessible point outside the runway which is available
to emergency personnel (telephone, intercom, etc) The
means to activate the Uv o-\\ ay conv crsation system does
not have to be provided on the platform
2.11.3 If the audible signaling device(s), or the
means of two-way conversation, or both, are normally
connected to the building power supply, they shall auto-
matically transfer to a source of standby or emergency
power as required by the applicable building code or,
where applicable, Standard for Health Caie Facilities
(ANSI/NFPA 99) after the normal powei supply fails
The power source shall be capable of providing for the
operation of the audible signaling device and illumina-
tion of the alarm switch for at least 1 hi, and the means
of two-way conversation for at least 4 hr
212 Code Data Plate
A data plate shall be piov ided that indicates the A18 1
Standard to be used for inspections and tests The data
17
00* bv ilk Vtti.ru, in VHIU\ ol MuJiamcal f Mgmeers t\
ASME A18 1 2003 SAFETY STANDARD FOR PLATFORM LIFTS AND
STAIRWAY CHAIRUFTS
plate shall be in plain view, securely attached on the
mam Imc disconnect or on the controller The data plate
shall be of such material and consti uction that the letters
and figures stamped, etched, cast, or otherwise applied
to the face shall remain permanently and readily legible
The height of the letters and figures shall be not less
than \ in (3 2 mm)
3 INCLINED PLATFORM LIFTS3
Section 3 applies to inclined platform lifts installed m
locations other than in or at a private residence for use
by the mobility impaired
3 1 Runways
3.11 Means of Egress Lifts shall be installed so that
the means of egress is maintained as required by the
authority hav mg jurisdiction
312 Clearances. Clearances between the jplatform
and adjacent surfaces shall not be less than % in (19
mm) At no point in its travel shall the edge of the
platform floor facing the uppermost landing be more
than 24 m (610 mm) abov e a step or landing as measured
v ertically
3.1.2.1 Headroom clearance where the platform
is positioned for boarding shall not be less than 80 in
(2 032 mm) as measured vertically from all points on
the surface of the platform floor
3.1.2.2 I Teadroom clearance during travel shall be
not less than 60 in (1 524 mm) as measured vertically
fiom any point on the surface of the platform floor
3.1 2 3 If the hcadioom is less than 80 m (2 032
mm) as measured vertically from all points on the sur-
face platform floor at any point in its trav cl the platform
shall be provided with a folding scat and scat belt to
accommodate a person not using a wheelchair, and sign
stating "CAUTION NO STANDING PASSENGERS
MUST BE SEATED BEFORE LIFT IS OPERATED" shall
be prov ided on the platfi om and shall be secuiely fas-
tened m a conspicuous place Letters shall be not less
than '/ in (64 mm) high
3.1 3 Pipes In Runway Vicinity Pipes conveying
steam, gas, or liquid that, if discharged into the runway,
would endanger life or health shall not be permitted
(03) 314 Lower Level Access Ramps and Pits Lifts shall
be permitted to have a pit Unenclosed pits shall not
exceed 4 m (101 mm) in depth Wheic a pit is not
provided, a floor mounted or retractable platform floor
mounted ramp shall be piov ided in accordance with
para 3141 or 3 142.
1 See bechon 6 for ihe requirement for ihfc equipment installed
ni 01 al ci pn\tiU. rciidmci.
3 1 4,1 Ramping inclinations for floor mounted
ramps shall be not greater than
(a.) 1 in 8 for heights up to 3 in (76 mm)
rt>) 1 in 10 for heights up to 4 in (101 mm)
d) 1 in 12 for heights greater than 4 in (101 mm)
3.1.4 2 Retractable ramps shall be automatically
actuated and shall remain m their elevated position until
the platform returns to the landing When in use, the
inclination of the ramps shall not be greater than
(a) 1 m 4 foi heights up to 2 in (51 mm)
ft) 1 in 6 for heights up to 2 5 in (64 mm)
(L) 1 in 8 for heights up to 3 in (76 mm)
(d) 1 m 10 for heights up to 4 in (101 mm)
(e) 1 in 12 for heights greater than 4 in (101 mm)
3.1.5 Structural Support The structure on which the
lift is installed shall be capable of safely supporting the
loads imposed
3 1.6 Electrical Equipment and Wiring
3.1.6.1 The installation of electrical equipment
and winng shall conform to die requirements of ANSI/
NFPA 70
3162 Electrical equipment shall be certified to
the requirements of CAN/CSA B44 1/ASME 4175
3.2 Guide Rails and Tracks
3.2.1 Material Guide tails shall be of metal con-
struction
3211 Requirements for Steel, Where Used. Rails,
brackets, fishplates, and rail clips shall be made of open-
hearth steel or its equivalent hav ing a tensile strength
of not less than 55,000 psi (379 MPa) and having an
elongation of not less than 22% in a length of 2 in (51
mm) Bolts shall conform to ASTM A 307 Rivets shall
conform to ASTM A 502
3212 Requirements for Metals Other Than Steel.
Metals othei than steel shall be permitted to be used
provided the factor of safety is not less than, and the
deflections arc not more than, the values specified in
section 3, and provided that cast iron is not used
3213 Guide-Rail Surfaces Guide-rail surface
used for guiding a platform or counterweight shall be
sufficiently smooth and true to operate properly with
the guiding members Those surfaces that the platform
or counterweight safeties engage shall be smooth and
true within flic tolerances required to ensure propci
safety application without excessive retardation or
excessive out-of-level platform conditions resulting
3 23. Location. The top and bottom ends of each run
of guide rails shall be so located in relation to the extreme
positions of trav el of the platform that the platform guid-
ing members cannot travel beyond the ends of the
guide rails
18
001 bv UK. \m<.ri<,iu Souilx ol Mcihtnical 1 ngincen
i~ f~ ,. f i. .... r.^ L - .. « f A <