This bill proposes updates to the Arizona Revised Statutes regarding the regulation of elevators and conveyances, primarily by introducing new definitions and clarifying existing provisions. It adds definitions for "elevator contractor" and "elevator mechanic," establishes an elevator mechanics safety and standards committee, and mandates that elevator mechanics work under the supervision of a licensed contractor. The bill also outlines the certification process for elevator mechanics, including apprenticeship and continuing education requirements. Additionally, it updates the definition of "conveyance" to align with section 23-491 and expands the responsibilities of owners and operators to ensure that work is performed by licensed professionals.

Current statutes will remain largely unchanged, with specific deletions of outdated language and the insertion of new provisions to enhance clarity and safety. The bill modifies the numbering of definitions while retaining existing terms and clarifies that "Installing" excludes certain preparatory work. It introduces a new exemption from licensure for work performed by elevator contractors or mechanics, detailing the scope of this exemption while ensuring that it does not apply to certain outlined categories. Lastly, it allows current members of the state board of technical registration to continue serving until their terms expire, with future appointments adhering to statutory guidelines.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 23-491, 23-491.02, 32-101, 32-102, 32-111, 32-122.04, 32-1101, 32-1121, 23-491.16, 32-122, 32-122.01