Sec.19-411-C19. Platform safeties and governors  


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  • (a) All devices shall be provided with a platform safety. The safety may be of the inertia type or operated by a speed governor, the safety may be of the type "A" design. If the platform is driven by a screw drive, a follower nut may be used in lieu of the inertia or governor operated safety.

    (b) Data plates. A data plate shall be provided by the manufacturer (installer) and fastened in a conspicuous place stating the speed, suspension means, manufacturer's name and date of manufacture. The letters and numerals used shall not be less than one-fourth inch (¼″) in height.

    (c) A capacity shall be furnished by the manufacturer and placed at a conspicuous place on the device stating the rated load in pounds. Letters and numbers used shall be not less than one-fourth (¼) inch in height.

(Effective October 28, 1980)