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TITLE 26 - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES
PART 1 - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION
CHAPTER 554 - NURSING FACILITY REQUIREMENTS FOR LICENSURE AND MEDICAID CERTIFICATION
SUBCHAPTER D - FACILITY CONSTRUCTION
SECTION/RULE §554.317 - Elevators and Escalators
Chapter Review Date 03/11/2024

Elevators must comply with the provisions of NFPA 101 and ASME A17.3. Elevators are required for buildings having residents' facilities, such as bedrooms, dining, or recreation areas; or services, such as diagnostic or therapy, located on other than the main entrance floor. Passenger elevators and escalators must be inspected by a qualified agent at least every six months. Freight elevators must be inspected every 12 months.

Source Note: The provisions of this §554.317 adopted to be effective July 1, 1996, 21 TexReg 4408; transferred effective January 15, 2021, as published in the Texas Register December 11, 2020, 45 TexReg 8871; amended to be effective January 2, 2022, 46 TexReg 9037.

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