(a)  Each owner of an elevator, or other device subject to the provisions of this chapter, shall maintain the elevator or device in such a manner by code requirement to insure the safety of all those who use this mode of transportation.

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Terms Used In Rhode Island General Laws 23-33-9.1

  • Elevator: means a hoisting and lowering mechanism equipped with a car or platform which moves in guides in a substantially vertical direction. See Rhode Island General Laws 23-33-1
  • Owner: means any person owning, operating, or in charge or control of any elevator or escalator, or other device subject to the provisions of this chapter as defined in this section. See Rhode Island General Laws 23-33-1

(b)  Each owner shall comply with all safety codes, rules, and regulations promulgated under this chapter.

History of Section.
P.L. 1992, ch. 50, § 1; P.L. 1997, ch. 326, § 43.