Alabama Elevator and Escalator Code 2019

Official title 2019 Alabama Elevator and Escalator Code

Effective dates January 1, 2019 – Present

Adopts with amendments ASME A17.1-2016/CSA B44-16, Safety Code for Elevators and Escalators
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Overview The ASME A17.1/CSA B44 standard provides comprehensive requirements for the design, construction, operation, inspection, testing, maintenance, alteration, and repair of elevators, escalators, and related conveyances. These guidelines ensure the safety and reliability of these systems in various types of buildings.

The 2019 Alabama Elevator and Escalator Code adopts the ASME A17.1-2016/CSA B44-16 standard with specific amendments tailored to Alabama’s unique conditions. These modifications ensure that elevators and escalators in Alabama meet high standards of safety, performance, and reliability, addressing local environmental and regulatory requirements.