Interpretation #8330

Published October 08, 2019

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Original Request

Code Version
2017
Code
BUILDING
Code Description
Chapter
CHAPTER 10
Section
3006.2
Topic
Hoistway opening protection

Question

The 1st paragraph of the section lists (3) criteria for hoistway opening protection but it is unclear if all of the protections in the list are needed or if the list should is treated as individual criteria - which could completely change the interpretation. The question, is hoistway opening protection needed if the hoistway connects more than 3 stories, is required to be enclosed within a shaft enclosure BUT DOES NOT meet any of the 5 conditions listed int he 3rd criteria?

Answer Published 10/08/2019 at 2:31 PM

No, the section says "any" and from what the request states none of the conditions requiring protection exist.

Commentary

None.