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P.A.L.
- Lift for the Physically disabled in a Private Residence
Applicable National Codes and Standards - CANADA Private Residential
GENERAL
In all Provinces of Canada, there is no requirement for inspection
and licensing of lifts in Private homes. There may be a requirement
for an electrical permit and subsequent electrical inspection,
depending on the Province. For example, Ontario does require an
electrical permit.
The National Standard used or referenced by all Provinces and
Territories is the Canadian Standards Association CSA B613 M87,
" Lifts for the Handicapped in Private Residences".
The most current edition is 1987. Although the B613 is not a legislated
code, it is referenced by Concord for design guidelines (see note
1).
In Canada, the regulation of elevators and lifts is a Provincial
responsibility; there are no county or municipal rules. (Other
than Building or Fire Code enforcement where it may conflict with
an elevator/lift installation). The B613 is most commonly used
by funding agencies as a minimum standard to which bidders may
quote.
Various options of the PAL are available as the following models:
a:) "Runway enclosure is provided" (Enclosed Vertical
Platform Lift); (Clause 5.1.1 B613)
PAL Model (S) When a runway in the building is provided by the
owner or
PAL Model (EN) When runway (enclosure) is provided by Concord.
b:) "Full Runway enclosure is not provided"; (Enclosed
Vertical Platform Lift); (Clause 5.1.3.2 B613)
PAL Model (SE) When partial runway (enclosure) is provided by
Concord.
c:) "Runway enclosure is not provided"; (Unenclosed
Vertical Platform Lift); (Clause 5.1.2 B613)
PAL Model (S) (Modified): Typically for access to a porch or
verandah
Note 1: The current edition of the CAN/CSA B613-M87 is under
review and it is expected that a new edition will be published
by CSA in the spring of 2000.
Operating devices
To ensure that the operating devices, ie: push buttons, key switches,
etc. are at the proper height and of the proper design for ease
of use by Physically Disabled persons, the Canadian Standards
Association CSA B651-90 Standard, "Barrier Free Design"
references the CSA B613-M87. There are requirements within the
CSA B651 which impact on the design of the building in areas approaching
the lift entrances. The Architect/Specifier should be aware of
these requirements.
Installation
The applicable standard governing the requirements for field installation
and wiring of the PAL is the CSA C22.1 (The Canadian Electrical
Code, Part 1).(Referenced by Clause 8.1 of the CSA B613-M87).
The Architect/Specifier should be aware of the requirements of
this section especially as it applies to the location and installation
of the elevator power supply. In most areas, the power supply
to an elevator is the responsibility of other contractors, not
the installing Concord dealer. Check with your local Concord dealer,
for assistance and information concerning the requirements of
this standard. All field wiring of the elevator components will
be performed in accordance with this standard by dealer Technicians
who have been factory trained by Concord.
Certifications
The applicable standard governing the requirements for Certification
of the Electrical Equipment of the PAL is the CSA B44.1/ASME A17.5.
** (Referenced by Section 8 of the CSA B613-M87). This is the
North American harmonized standard for certification of electrical
equipment used with all elevating devices which are covered by
the CSA B44-94 standard. The Architect/Specifier should be aware
of this requirement and ensure that all elevator electrical equipment
specified for use on the project is certified to this standard.
Certification must be by a Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory,
and the certification mark must clearly indicate the approved
testing laboratory. Some examples of certification laboratories
are: CSA (Canadian Standards Association); UL (Underwriter’s
Laboratories); ETL (Electrical Testing Laboratories); WH (Warnock-Hersey
Testing Laboratories); and there are others. Concord equipment
is certified to American Standards by CSA (Canadian Standards
Association).
Building Codes and Standards
Depending on the Province or Territory where the elevator is to
be installed , the local regulations and building codes may have
requirements which could affect the design and installation of
Private Residence Elevators. Reference should be made by the Architect/Specifier
to the applicable regulations and/or building codes legislated
in their area.
** The CSA B44.1/ASME A17.5 harmonized Standard was not published
at the time of the publication of the CSA B613-M87 therefore the
reference is to the new edition of CSA B613-M87 to be published
later in 2000. However, all jurisdictions are currently referencing
this standard as a requirement for certification of electrical
equipment.
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