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McKeesport vs Pittsburgh

How do elevator maintenance rules compare between McKeesport, PA and Pittsburgh, PA?

McKeesport and Pittsburgh have similar restriction levels.

McKeesport, PA

Allegheny County

Heavy Restrictions

PA Department of Labor and Industry regulates elevators under the Elevator Law (34 Pa. Code Ch. 7). Annual inspections required; certificates must be posted. McKeesport Code Enforcement handles complaints.

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Pittsburgh, PA

Allegheny County

Heavy Restrictions

Elevator safety in Pittsburgh is regulated by PA state law under 34 Pa. Code Chapter 405. The Department of Labor and Industry has sole jurisdiction over inspections and certificates.

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Key Facts Comparison

FactMcKeesportPittsburgh
RegulatorPA L&I-
InspectionAnnual-
CertificateMust be postedRequired for all elevators; valid 24 or 48 months
CodeASME A17.1-
Authority-PA Dept. of Labor and Industry (L&I)
Standard-ASME A17.1 safety code
Local Permit-Building permit from PLI for new installations
Penalty-Fines and shutdown for operating without certificate

Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.

McKeesport FAQ

Who enforces this in McKeesport?

McKeesport at (412) 675-5000.

Who enforces this in McKeesport?

McKeesport at (412) 675-5000.

Pittsburgh FAQ

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