Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I find a copy of the current 2014 Vermont Elevator Safety Rules?
Here is a pdf. of the current State of Vermont rules, but you should also review their website periodically for any published updates located here:
Who do I call to schedule an inspection for my elevator or other vertical transportation?
Call us at 1(802) 878-9553 or email us at vtelevatorinspections@gmail.com to schedule your inspection needs.
What does QEI mean?
QEI stands for Qualified Elevator Inspector. This is a special certification process that our inspectors have gone through. It requires certain education, experience and exam requirements that are as listed in ASME QEI-1 Standard for the Qualification of Elevator Inspectors.
How long is my inspection certificate valid for?
Certificates are valid for 1-year, unless you have received a conditional certificate due to a violation. Conditional certificates are only valid for 90-days, and the work to fix the violation must be completed by your maintenance company within the 90-day period in order to receive an operational certificate.
Who are typical customers?
Owners, lessees or property maintainers of
• Apartments/Condos
• Building management firms
• Churches
• City/town buildings
• Commercial buildings
• Colleges & Universities
• Federal Buildings
• Hospitals
• Hotels/motels
• Residents with home elevators
• School systems
• Shopping centers/malls
• State buildings
How do we start the process for a new, altered or the decommissioning of an conveyance?
*See Section 8: Permit of Installation or Alteration section of the 2014 Vermont Elevator Safety Rules located here:
*For decommissioning procedures, please see the following document located here:
*We are happy to help prepare permits or paperwork for a small service fee.
What is an inspection registration sticker?
These proof of inspection stickers are required by the State of Vermont and need to be affixed to the certificate of operation, or conditional certificate of operation, by an elevator inspector after the inspection of the conveyance has been completed as authorization of that inspection. All current certificates need to be posted in or on the conveyance at all times.