CSA Z256 : 1987 : R2016

Superseded

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SAFETY CODE FOR MATERIAL HOISTS

Available format(s)

Hardcopy , PDF

Superseded date

03-09-2021

Language(s)

French

Published date

01-01-2016

Publisher

Canadian Standards Association

Preface
1 Scope
2 Reference Publications
3 Definitions
4 General Requirements
5 Mast, Foundation, and Guying
6 Hoistway Enclosure and Protection Around Hoist
7 Hoistway Landings and Doors
8 Cars
9 Hoist Capacity and Data Plates
10 Notice Plate
11 Guide Rails and Supports for Cars and Counterweights
12 Counterweights
13 Buffers
14 Clearances
15 Operation and Operating Devices
16 Electrical Protective Devices (Switches)
17 Compensating-Rope-Sheave Switch
18 Slack-Rope Device
19 Terminal Stopping Devices
20 Safeties and Governors
21 Drive Machines, Sheaves, and Drums
22 Hoisting and Counterweight Wire Ropes and Rope
   Connections
23 Machinery Spaces and Overhead Beams
24 Mast (Chicago) Boom
25 Communication
26 Acceptance Inspections and Tests for New
   Installations and Alterations
Appendix A - Erection, Operation, and Maintenance of
             Material Hoists

Covers structures and hoists that are not a permanent part of buildings, structures, or other works, and are used to raise and lower materials during construction, demolition or alteration of buildings.

DocumentType	Standard
Pages	80
ProductNote	Reconfirmed F
PublisherName	Canadian Standards Association
Status	Superseded
SupersededBy	CAN/CSA-Z256-M87 (R2021)
Supersedes	CSA Z256 : 1987 : R2006

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