Main features of ASME A17.7-2025/CSA B44.7:25:

1.Adopts a risk-based approach to assess the safety of elevators and escalators

2.Allows the use of innovative technologies and designs as long as equivalent or higher levels of safety can be demonstrated

3.Provides detailed risk assessment methods and procedures

4.Specifies performance objectives and acceptance criteria

5.Clarifies responsibilities for design, installation, inspection and maintenance

This standard applies to newly installed elevators, escalators, moving walks, dumbwaiters and material lifts. Using a performance-based approach can promote technological innovation, improve the safety and reliability of elevators and escalators, and reduce costs.

The standard requires that all performance-based designs must be reviewed and approved by a qualified third-party organization to ensure they meet safety requirements.