Minnesota elevator and escalator codes
The State of Minnesota MN Construction Codes and Licensing Division Elevator Section oversees all elevators in the State of Minnesota. Minnesota's elevator inspection and operation codes include: ASME A17.1-2004 with the ASME A17.1A Addenda, the Supplement ASME A17.1S-2005, ASME A17.3-2002, ASME A18.1-2005, and ASME A17.5-2004. (excerpt from the State of Minnesota's elevator section official web site)
Elevator inspection resources
Here are links to Minnesota's various elevator division requirements, Minnesota elevator forms, Minnesota elevator FAQs and Minnesota elevator resources.
Details: This link will take you to Minnesota's elevator section website. You can get information related to Minnesota's elevator program, including news and policy changes.
Details: Learn about the elevator inspection requirements for Minnesota. Research Minnesota elevator permit periodicities and common violations.
Details: Access common Minnesota elevator application, inspection, and payment forms online.
Details: Need assistance in setting up a Minnesota elevator inspection, or need help understanding your responsibilities? You can find help here.
Details: These are frequently asked questions concerning the Minnesota elevator inspection program, viewing them will help you better understand the compliance process and become familiar with the terminology.
Details: This link will take you to Minnesota elevator resources and elevator links that will help you operate, repair, and use your elevators to their full potential. We have selected several online elevator resources that we feel are critical to helping you understand how your elevators work, follow the elevator codes that govern them, and pass the elevator operator tests.
Minnesota elevator inspection guide
Preparing for an inspection can ensure the process is done quickly and efficiently with minimal downtime or unforeseen issues.
Details: Here is a guide on what to expect during an elevator or escalator inspection and how to prepare for it. If you have any additional questions, please contact Minnesota's elevator inspection office.