§ 7.32. Fire prevention.
(a) Skylights and windows. Skylights and windows in the enclosing walls of elevators shaftways shall be constructed of fixed metal sash and frame with wire glass. Existing skylights and windows shall be reconstructed of fire-resistive materials when, in the judgment of the Department, it is deemed necessary.
(b) Inflammable materials. Materials, explosives or other highly inflammable substances may not be placed or stored in or near a shaftway.
(c) Pipes, wires and conduits. No pipes, wires or conduits, other than those necessary for the operation, lighting and fire protection, or heating of the elevator may be located in an elevator shaftway. When no hazard is involved, the Department may, with the approval of the Board, accept existing installations. However, this subsection does not apply to the machine room space located in general mechanical areas if the power unit and controls are properly secured against entry.
(d) Fire emergency sign. A sign shall be posted in a conspicuous place at new and existing elevator landings and in new and existing elevator cars reading: ‘‘In case of fire do not use elevator,’’ or the equivalent.
Authority The provisions of this § 7.32 issued under act of May 2, 1929 (P. L. 1518, No. 452) (35 P. S. § § 1341—1356).
Source The provisions of this § 7.32 amended through December 19, 1980, effective December 20, 1980, 10 Pa.B. 4723. Immediately preceding text appears at serial page (36694).
Cross References This section cited in 34 Pa. Code § 7.71 (relating to conflicts); and 34 Pa. Code § 7.291 (relating to general).
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