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FL S1602
Bill
AI Summary
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Creates the "Maxwell Erik 'Max' Grablin Act" establishing clearance and safety requirements for elevators installed in private residences.
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Requires distance between hoistway doors and landing sills not to exceed 3/4 inch for swinging doors and 2 1/4 inches for sliding doors.
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Mandates horizontal sliding and folding car doors withstand 75 pounds of horizontal force applied to a 4-inch by 4-inch area with maximum deflection of 3/4 inch when fully closed.
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Requires elevator platforms to be equipped with devices that interrupt power to the driving machine and stop downward motion within 2 inches if the platform underside is obstructed, resettable only manually.
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Directs the Florida Building Commission to adopt these provisions into the Florida Building Code by October 1, 2016, effective July 1, 2016.
Legislative Description
Elevators
Last Action
Chapter No. 2016-211
4/8/2016