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Question: What requirements apply to the inspection of load-bearing lifting devices for elevators, such as belt straps, plastic-coated ropes, etc.? Answer: In cases where the manufacturer or installer has described how the load-bearing devices should be inspected, e.g. by means of certain measuring equipment, special rejection criteria, etc. for e.g. inspection of belt straps, plastic-coated steel ropes, etc., the inspection should be carried out according to the manufacturer's instructions or with […]

Question: Should the emergency stop in the car be removed and must a door reversal button be installed in the car when it is fitted with a car door after modification? Answer: Yes, the stop button must be removed. Elevators with car doors intended for passenger transport shall not have an emergency stop in the elevator car, with the exception of elevators with docking maneuvers. In elevator cars with automatic doors, there must also be a push button with […]

Question: Is it permissible to install a lifting table for transport between fixed landings intended for the transport of goods and people and only goods. Answer: Yes, in an industrial environment and for professional use by instructed personnel. According to SS-EN 1570-1:2011+A1, lifting tables serving up to two fixed landings may, under certain conditions, be used for the transport of goods and […]

Question: Is it permissible to remove the floor threshold when installing a photocell curtain that will function as a car door? Answer: No! The movable threshold, roof flap or stop button may not be removed when installing a light curtain. Last revised 20120328, 1 revision.

Guidelines for the reconstruction, modification and replacement of parts of elevator installations according to EN 81-20/50. Last revised 20240417, 6 revisions.

Question: Is there a requirement for a calculation check of a work basket intended for lifting people in a crane and forklift? Answer: Yes. When lifting people with a crane and forklift, an initial inspection must be carried out. A statement/type certificate of a calculation check carried out by an accredited third-party body meets the requirements of the regulation. Adopted 20101130, version 0.

Question: At a consultation meeting, AV has clarified the requirements regarding inspection of the crane runway. What applies? Answer: During the assembly inspection, the load-bearing capacity of the substrate, fastenings and anchorages must have been checked. AV writes that – ”The inspection body must in some way ensure that someone has assessed that the crane runways can withstand the loads they are exposed to”. This means that calculation inspection of the crane runway should be […]

Question: What requirements must be placed on the device being installed in accordance with its associated documentation during the initial inspection and revision inspection according to the National Board of Housing, Building and Planning's regulations? Answer: The device must be installed in accordance with the associated documentation. This is checked during the initial and revision inspection by performing an installation check. A device that has not been installed in accordance with the associated documentation is considered to have a […]

Question: Is it an ”inspection requirement” that the safety device must be replaced for construction hoists where the manufacturer has specified a replacement interval? Answer: No. This is a question between the manufacturer and the user. If the safety device functions during a safety test in connection with an inspection, it is considered to be OK. Adopted 20101130, version 0.

Question: In which cases should protection against unwanted car movement with an open door at the landing according to EN 81-1/2+A3 points 9.11 and 9.13 be installed when rebuilding and changing or replacing a certain part according to BFS 2011:12 chapter 2 §1? Answer: 1. When replacing machinery or drive systems for electric lifts, additional equipment is required according to EN 81-1 + A3 […]