Adoption Info
Official title 2020 Arkansas Platform Lift and Stairway Chairlift Code
Effective dates January 1, 2020 – Present
Adopts with amendments ASME A18.1-2017, Safety Standard for Platform Lifts and Stairway Chairlifts
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Overview The ASME A18.1 standard provides comprehensive requirements for the design, installation, operation, and maintenance of platform lifts and stairway chairlifts. It includes guidelines for safety features, performance criteria, testing, and inspection to ensure the safety and reliability of these lifting devices.
The 2020 Arkansas Platform Lift and Stairway Chairlift Code adopts the ASME A18.1-2017 standard with specific amendments tailored to Arkansas’s unique conditions. These modifications ensure that platform lifts and stairway chairlifts in Arkansas meet high standards of safety, performance, and reliability, addressing local environmental and regulatory requirements.
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