How often does ASME A17.1 require inspection?

ASME A17.1 sets a schedule from annual, monthly intervals. The full task-by-task table with code sections and who may perform each task is shown above, and the calendar builder dates it from your real last-completed dates.

Which of these tasks can be done in-house?

Tasks marked Tier 1 or Tier 2 can be performed by trained facility staff with documentation under the national code. Tier 3 tasks require a certified or licensed professional. Starred tasks are qualified in-house under the national code but licensing is commonly required locally — confirm with your AHJ.

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Elevator Inspection Requirements (ASME A17.1)

Elevator periodic inspection and certificate requirements under ASME A17.1, plus the monthly machine-room walk your own staff should be doing.

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ASME A17.1 schedule

Every requirement carries its code section and the edition it was verified against. ★ = qualified in-house under the national code, but licensing commonly required locally — confirm with your AHJ.

Task	Frequency	Who may perform	Code (edition)	Record
Periodic inspection & test → certificate	Annual	Certified / licensed	ASME A17.1 §8.11 (periodic) (2019)	Certificate posted in car/machine room
Machine room housekeeping / visual	Monthly	In-house (basic)	ASME A17.1 §8.6 (2019)	Log

Other schedules: NFPA 25 · NFPA 72 · NFPA 96 · NFPA 110 · NFPA 80

National consensus-standard baseline with the edition noted per item. Your state, fire marshal, or accrediting body may require more frequent service or licensed personnel where a qualified person is shown. General information, not legal or engineering advice — confirm with your AHJ.