This
Standard is intended for the purpose of establishing uniform criteria,
which will aid in
(a) qualifying and training of inspection personnel for government agencies,
insurance companies, elevator companies, building owners, and managers
(b) the accreditation of inspection agencies It is also intended to serve
as a guideline on which certification is based by detailing the expertise
necessary in performing inspections.
It is recommended that state, municipal, and other jurisdictional authorities
reference this Standard in their governing regulations covering subjects
included in this Standard. Model language for enforcement authorities
to recognize certified inspectors and inspection supervisors from accredited
organizations is shown in Nonmandatory Appendix D.
This Standard applies to any person who is making an inspection to determine compliance with the requirements of ASME A17.1/CSA B44, ASME A17.3, CSA-B44.1/ASME A17.5, ASME A18.1 or CSA B355, and ANSI/ASSE A10.4 or CSA Z185. It applies to persons typically employed by, but is not limited to, the following:
(a) jurisdictional authorities
(b) independent inspection agencies and elevator consultants
(c) insurers of the equipment
(d) manufacturers, installers, and maintainers of the equipment
(e) building owners and managers
(f) testing laboratories performing field inspections and tests