Jurisdictional Code Compliance Guide
Texas Commercial Elevator Code & Testing Guide
Under Texas law, building owners are legally responsible for contracting an independent third-party safety inspector and an accredited elevator contractor to conduct annual safety examinations.
Enforcing Agency:Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) Elevator Safety Division
Governing Standard:ASME A17.1-2016 & Texas Health and Safety Code Chapter 754
Testing Cadence:Cat 1: Annual (Every 12 Months)
Engineering Operations & Track Record350+ Elevators Under Care • 15+ Certified Engineers • 15+ Years Experience
Mandated Texas Safety Inspection Checklist:
- ✓Registered contractor must conduct and witness annual tests
- ✓Annual filing fee and inspection report submitted within 60 days of inspection
- ✓Display of current valid TDLR Certificate of Operation in elevator cab or building management office
- ✓Category 5 full-load test required on traction systems before Certificate renewal
Late Filing & Non-Compliance Penalties:
Up to $5,000 per violation from TDLR Enforcement
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TDLR assesses administrative fines and may issue a cease-operation order prohibiting building tenants from utilizing the elevator until required tests are completed.