Guide for Inspection of Elevators, Escalators, and Moving Walks
Purpose of ASME A17.2-2023
The primary purpose of this guide is to assist qualified inspectors in effectively performing their duties by providing a uniform set of inspection and testing methodologies. It serves as the "how-to" manual that corresponds to the minimum safety requirements established by the fundamental ASME A17.1 Safety Code.
The guide establishes inspection procedures that cover a broad range of equipment types, ensuring that:
What is it Used For?
ASME A17.2-2023 is exclusively used by elevator inspectors, mechanics, and technicians to apply the safety codes to real-world equipment. Key applications include:
While the companion safety codes (A17.1 and A17.3) state what must be safe, the ASME A17.2 Guide tells the inspector how to check that the safety requirements have been met. It is important to note that this guide itself is generally not adopted as a governmental regulation; it is simply a tool for the inspector.
| SDO | ASME: American Society of Mechanical Engineers |
| Document Number | A17.2 |
| Publication Date | Feb. 29, 2024 |
| Language | en - English |
| Page Count | 565 |
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