The Gujarat Lifts and Escalators Act, 2000.
gujarat · 2000
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- S. 1These words and figures were substituted for the words “The Chief Inspector” by Guj
- S. 2Section defines key terms used in the Gujarat Lifts and Escalators Act, 2000, including "escalator," "lift," and various roles like "Chief Inspector."
- S. 3Section 3 requires lift or escalator owners to apply for permission, detailing technical specifications before installation.
- S. 4Licence to use lift or escalator
- S. 5Owners of existing lifts or escalators must apply for an operating license within three months of the Act's commencement.
- S. 6(1) Every licence shall be valid for a period of 1[five years] from the date on which it is granted
- S. 7Section 7 mandates that lifts and escalators must operate under a valid license and can be suspended or canceled if conditions are not met.
- S. 8The Chief Inspector can suspend or cancel a license for contravening the Act, rules, or license conditions.
- S. 9Section 9 mandates written permission from the State Government for any changes to lift or escalator installations, and allows inspections.
- S. 10Section 10 allows authorized officers to inspect lifts or escalators and order necessary repairs or discontinuance if unsafe.
- S. 10APower of State Government to designate in the areas comprising of municipal corporations or municipalities
- S. 11Section 11 allows aggrieved parties to appeal orders from the Chief Inspector to the State Government.
- S. 12Section 12 mandates building owners to provide facilities for authorized officers to inspect lifts or escalators and to arrange for contractors' attendance during inspections.
- S. 13Section 13 authorizes the Chief Electrical Inspector to permit qualified individuals for lift/escalator erection, maintenance, inspection, and testing.
- S. 14Section 14 mandates owners or their agents to report lift or escalator accidents to authorities and prohibits resuming operation without government permission.
- S. 15Appointment of Chief Inspector, Inspectors and Assistant Inspector of Lifts and Escalators
- S. 162[(1) Every lift or escalator- Inspection of lifts and escalators and charging of fees
- S. 17All sums payable as fees or interest under this Act shall be recoverable as arrears of land revenue
- S. 18Section 18 imposes fines for violations of the Gujarat Lifts and Escalators Act, 2000, with escalating daily penalties for continued offenses.
- S. 19Section 19 holds company officers liable for offenses committed by the company, unless they prove lack of knowledge and due diligence.
- S. 20Section 20 requires court approval from the Chief Inspector or State Government for prosecuting offences under the Gujarat Lifts and Escalators Act, 2000.
- S. 21Section 21 outlines the methods for serving notices, orders, or documents under the Gujarat Lifts and Escalators Act, 2000.
- S. 22Section protects officers from legal actions for good faith actions under the Act.
- S. 23Section 23 of the Gujarat Lifts and Escalators Act, 2000 allows the State Government to issue compliance directions to designated persons for the Act's provisions.
- S. 23APower of State Government to give directions
- S. 24(1) The State Government may, by notification in the Official Gazette, make rules to carry out the purposes of this Act
- S. 25Provisions of Electricity Act, 2003 not affected
- S. 26Section 26 repeals the Bombay Lifts Act, 1939 in Gujarat, preserving its prior operations and applying them to the new act.