524 CMR, § 9.05 - Instructions to Operators
Operators are required to learn these instructions thoroughly and are advised to keep a copy available for use at all times:
(1) Always open the service switch or lock
the operating mechanism when placing the elevator out of service.
(2) Be sure the operating mechanism is in the
"STOP" position before closing the service switch.
(3) Report any defects promptly to the person
in charge.
(4) Do not attempt to
make any repairs.
(5) Carry no
passengers or freight while inspections, repairs, or adjustments are in
progress, and operate the car only in response to directions from the inspector
or person in charge. Do not move the car when anyone is in the pit or on top of
the car except as the inspector or person in charge may direct.
(6) When in the opinion of the operator an
excess load is to be carried, do not ride or allow others to ride on the
elevator.
(7) Hoistway doors or
gates shall always be closed and locked before the car is started. The car
shall be brought to a stop at the landing level before either the car door or
car gate where provided or the hoistway door or hoistway gate is opened
manually.
(8) Keep car gates closed
while car is running, and where no car gates are provided, keep passengers away
from the open edge of the car platform.
(9) Limit the number of passengers or load to
the contract capacity of the car and do not permit crowding or
overloading.
(10) Do not reverse
the operating device suddenly; stop the car before reversing.
(11) Move operating device to the stop
position on approaching the terminal landings. Do not depend on the terminal
stops in the ordinary operation of the car.
(12) Should the power go off while the car is
in motion, move the operating device to the "STOP" position and start the car
in the usual manner upon return of the power.
(13) Familiarize yourself with the emergency
devices, understand their function, and know how to operate them.
(14) Should the car stop suddenly, shut off
the power, call for the person in charge and operate the elevator only at his
or her direction. While waiting, keep calm. Do not attempt to release any
safety device; remember that it is safer to stay in the car until help arrives
than to try to get out, and so instruct your passengers.
(15) Should the car refuse to stop, do not
attempt to jump off.
(16) Before
loading or unloading elevators with hand-rope type operation, lock the
operating mechanism in the "STOP" position.
(17) Never leave the car in the ordinary
course of operation nor leave the operating mechanism unprotected. When going
off duty for any reason, even for a few minutes, be sure that the power is
disconnected or that the operating mechanism is locked and the hoistway doors
are closed.
(18) Always leave a
hydraulic elevator operated by a lever at the lower landing with the lever in
the position for down motion.
(19)
In running a belt-driven elevator, be sure to pull the hand-rope as far as
possible when starting the car. In doing so, you throw the belt full on the
tight pulley, and thus prevent it from slipping. In stopping, use the centering
rope.
(20) Never allow anyone to
scuffle or fool on the elevator. It is always dangerous.
(21) Never, under any condition, allow anyone
to get on or off the car while it is in motion.
(22) Keep your mind on your work. Always
remain at your post while the car is moving, so that you can stop it quickly in
an emergency.
(23) An operator who
witnesses or has knowledge of an accident, whether it be a serious mechanical
failure, serious injury or minor injury, must make a report in conformance with
524 CMR 4.00: Accident
and Injury Reporting Requirements.
Notes
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