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<regulation prefix="Regulation" num=".02" citation="COMAR 09.35.03.02" title_num="09" subtitle_num="35" chapter_num="03" heading="Scope of Practice for Elevator Renovator Contractors.">
  <paragraph num="A.">
    <text>An elevator renovator contractor may not engage in any work that affects the moving or mechanical parts of an elevator.</text>
  </paragraph>
  <paragraph num="B.">
    <text>If an elevator renovator contractor performs any work that affects the weight, cab size, or fire ratings of an elevator, the work shall be performed in compliance with any applicable requirements of the Safety Code and, to the extent required, be done in consultation with a licensed elevator contractor or mechanic.</text>
  </paragraph>
  <paragraph num="C.">
    <text>If the renovation “alters” the elevator as defined by the Safety Code, then a final inspection shall be performed by the Maryland Department of Labor's Division of Labor and Industry.</text>
  </paragraph>
  <paragraph num="D.">
    <text>Thirty days prior to the anticipated completion date of any elevator alteration, an elevator renovator contractor shall request a final acceptance inspection in accordance with COMAR 09.12.81.04.</text>
  </paragraph>
  <paragraph num="E.">
    <text>Prior to putting the elevator back in service, the elevator renovator contractor shall ensure that an inspection is performed by an authorized third-party qualified elevator inspector to determine compliance with applicable law, regulations, and the Safety Code. If the authorized third-party qualified elevator inspector determines that the renovation “alters” the elevator, as defined in the Safety Code, then a final acceptance inspection is required as described in §D of this regulation.</text>
  </paragraph>
  <paragraph num="F.">
    <text>A copy of the inspection report resulting from the final acceptance inspection required by COMAR 09.12.81.04 shall be provided to the owner of the elevator.</text>
  </paragraph>
</regulation>