Practice Standards

01. Approval of New or Alternative Technology. (7-1-25) a. Approval Required. If, due to construction or technological impediments, an elevator or conveyance cannot comply with applicable code requirements, approval of new or alternative construction or technology may be requested. Approval must be obtained before commencement of construction. (7-1-25) i. The manufacturer of the new product or system must provide the Division of Occupational and Professional Licenses with an Accredited Elevator/Escalator Certification Organization (AECO) approval and certification in accordance with ANSI/ASME A17.7 Performance-based Safety Code for Elevators and Escalators or engineering and test data demonstrating that the proposed technology is safe for the intended purpose. (7-1-25) 201. -- 999. (RESERVED)