Elevator Inspection Checklist — CAT1 & CAT5 Tests
NYC elevator inspection checklist for Category 1 (annual) and Category 5 (5-year) tests per Local Law 26. Covers safety devices, hoistway conditions, car equipment, and DOB filing requirements.
General Information
- CheckboxRecord elevator device number (DOB assigned)
- CheckboxDocument elevator type (passenger, freight, hydraulic, traction)
- CheckboxRecord manufacturer, model, and capacity
- CheckboxNote number of stops and floors served
- CheckboxVerify current operating permit is posted in car
- CheckboxRecord insurance inspection company and last inspection date
CAT1 Annual Inspection — Machine Room
- CheckboxInspect motor and controller for proper operation
- CheckboxCheck governor and governor rope condition
- CheckboxVerify machine room temperature and ventilation
- CheckboxTest emergency power operation if equipped
- CheckboxCheck oil levels in hydraulic tank (hydraulic elevators)
- CheckboxInspect sheaves and ropes for wear (traction elevators)
- CheckboxVerify fire service Phase I and Phase II operation
CAT1 Annual Inspection — Hoistway
- CheckboxInspect door interlocks on all floors for proper engagement
- CheckboxCheck hoistway door gibs and sills for wear
- CheckboxVerify pit conditions (clean, dry, properly lit)
- CheckboxInspect pit stop switch and buffer operation
- CheckboxCheck traveling cables for damage or wear
- CheckboxVerify hoistway ventilation meets code requirements
CAT1 Annual Inspection — Car
- CheckboxTest car operating panel buttons and indicators
- CheckboxVerify door reopening device (electric eye, safety edge) operation
- CheckboxCheck emergency lighting and alarm bell operation
- CheckboxTest emergency communication (phone or intercom)
- CheckboxInspect car enclosure for damage or missing panels
- CheckboxVerify car leveling accuracy at each floor
- CheckboxCheck handrails and ventilation
CAT5 Five-Year Test — Safety Devices
- CheckboxPerform full-load safety test on car safeties
- CheckboxTest overspeed governor tripping speed
- CheckboxVerify counterweight safeties (if equipped)
- CheckboxTest emergency terminal speed limiting device
- CheckboxPerform full-speed buffer test
- CheckboxTest all safety-related electrical devices
- CheckboxDocument all test results with measurements
DOB Filing Requirements
- CheckboxComplete CAT1 or CAT5 test report form
- CheckboxSubmit results to NYC DOB within required timeframe
- CheckboxReport any unsafe conditions to DOB immediately
- CheckboxDocument all violations and corrective actions required
- CheckboxSchedule follow-up inspection for any outstanding violations
- CheckboxUpdate building compliance records with test results
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