American standard providing inspection and test procedures for elevators.
Full Definition
ASME A17.2 (Guide for Inspection of Elevators, Escalators, and Moving Walks) is the companion to ASME A17.1/CSA B44. It provides detailed procedures for acceptance and periodic inspections of elevators in North America, specifying inspector qualifications, test equipment requirements, and pass/fail criteria for all major safety components. Widely used by state and local elevator inspection authorities across the USA.
