Pierce Annex

University of California at Riverside
Site Evaluation Survey
Report: UCR P5508 Pierce Annex in Riverside, CA
900 University Avenue
59. Visual and Audible Signals For Elevators - Southeast Side at Pierce
Annex.
Memo:
Areas noted in compliance:
Elevator has visual and audible signals indicating the position of the car on or between floors. The indication is positioned
above the car control panel or over the door.
The visual signal for each direction is a minimum of 2-1/2” x 2-1/2”, and visible from the proximity of the hall call
button. NOTE: An automatic verbal announcement of the floor number at which a car stops or which a car passes may
be substituted for the audible signal.
Audible signal sounds are once for up and twice for down. (or equivalent)
Audible signal is no less than 20 decibels with a frequency no higher than 1500 Hz.
Centerline of the fixture is a minimum of 6’ (72”) in height above the lobby floor. NOTE: The use of in-car lanterns,
located in or on the door jambs, visible from the proximity of the call buttons and conforming to items 1, 2, & 3 above
shall or will be acceptable.
Areas not meeting new construction standards:
None observed.
Recommendation:
None.
Photo #UCR P5508 Pierce Annex-59-1 (originally 1453-400)
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