Section 296-96-02485. What is required for emergency escape hatches?

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Emergency escape hatches must be hinged and secured from the car top so that the cover opens from the top of the car only. The hatch must be able to be opened without the use of tools.

EXCEPTION:
Machine roomless elevators are exempt from this requirement. They must be locked from inside the car and provide the key in the elevator lock box.

[Statutory Authority: Chapter 70.87 RCW. WSR 07-24-041, § 296-96-02485, filed 11/30/07, effective 1/1/08.]

Chapter 70.87 RCW. WSR 07-24-041, § 296-96-02485, filed 11/30/07, effective 1/1/08.

                    
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EXCEPTION:	Machine roomless elevators are exempt from this requirement. They must be locked from inside the car and provide the key in the elevator lock box.