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This bill establishes new requirements for elevator contractors and mechanics in Arizona, aiming to enhance safety and professional standards within the elevator industry. It defines "elevator contractor" as a licensed entity employing at least one certified elevator mechanic, and "elevator mechanic" as a certified professional qualified to install, service, and repair elevators and other conveyances. The bill mandates that owners and operators of conveyances ensure that installation, servicing, and repair work is performed by licensed elevator contractors or their employed certified elevator mechanics. Furthermore, it creates an "Elevator Mechanics Safety and Standards Committee" to draft rules and provide recommendations on conduct and standards for elevator mechanics, and it outlines qualifications for elevator mechanic certification, including apprenticeship program completion and passing an examination, with provisions for temporary certifications and annual safety updates. The bill also clarifies that elevator contractors and mechanics are not exempt from contractor licensing requirements for their work on elevators and conveyances.

Government Affairs

https://apps.azleg.gov/BillStatus/BillOverview/85073