# Public Safety (GPS)

## Title 12. Building and Material Codes; Other Safety Provisions

### Subtitle 8. Elevator Safety

#### Section 12-823

In addition to any powers set forth elsewhere, the Board may:

(1) consult with engineering authorities and organizations concerned with standard safety codes about:

  (i) regulations governing the operation, maintenance, servicing, construction, alteration, installation, and inspection of elevator units; and

  (ii) qualifications that are adequate, reasonable, and necessary for elevator mechanics and elevator contractors;

(2) recommend applicable legislation;

(3) adopt bylaws for the conduct of its proceedings; and

(4) adopt regulations to carry out Part III of this subtitle.

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Md. Code Ann., Pub. Safety (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, October 16, 2026)