Kent elevators are regulated by Washington L and I under RCW 70.87 and WAC 296-96. Annual inspection, licensed maintenance, and state operating certificates are required.
Elevators, escalators, and conveyances in Kent are regulated at the state level by the Washington Department of Labor and Industries (L and I) under RCW 70.87 and WAC 296-96. Installation requires an L and I permit and must comply with ASME A17.1 Safety Code for Elevators. All elevators must be inspected annually by L and I or approved inspectors and must display a current operating certificate. Maintenance must be performed by licensed elevator mechanics and contractors. Building owners are responsible for scheduling inspections, maintaining logs, and promptly addressing any orders. Kent building permits may be required for elevator-related construction such as shafts and machine rooms, with coordination between the city and L and I.
Operating an elevator without a current certificate is a state violation and can result in removal from service. Unlicensed maintenance carries civil penalties.
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