Elevator and Escalator Maintenance and Safety Practices (2012) / Chapter Skim
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25 Although each agency has different El/Es equipment, maintenance approaches, staffing levels, and operating environments, this chapter identifies successful practices put into place by these agencies to meet their specific needs. Those currently operating El/Es or planning new applications should consider these practices as a way of improving the safety and efficiency of their own operations.
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26 El/Es availability through a data management system, while MARTA uses a spreadsheet program. To ensure prompt repairs under ADA, BART dispatches a mechanic within 1 h using a trunked radio system, which is operational anywhere within the BART system.
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27 training and case study exercises. The agency is also in the process of acquiring actual elevator and escalator mock-ups to be used as training aids.
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28 programs in place that include making sure heaters are all working before the cold winter months arrive and checking the operation of vent fans before summer months. While all agencies have scheduled PM intervals based on local conditions and A17 and OEM requirements, MARTA goes further by requiring its contractor to consider the age of El/Es when developing PM intervals.
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