Code Requirements

Meeting code requirements isn’t optional – it’s essential.

National and regional codes exist to ensure the safety, accessibility, and reliability of critical communication systems during emergencies. Whether it’s enabling life-saving communication in an elevator cab, ensuring public safety in a stairwell, or replacing legacy phone lines with compliant cellular gateways, adherence to code protects both people and property. At AVIRE, we design every solution with code compliance at the forefront. Our products are engineered and tested to meet or exceed applicable regulations. We actively track code updates and make product enhancements to ensure you stay compliant.

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Code Standard	Life Safety	Elevator Safety	Public Safety	Cellular Communications
ADA
ASME A17.1
CSA B44
E911
FCC
IBC/ICC
NFPA 70 (NEC)
NFPA 72
NFPA 101
NFPA 1221/1225
U.S. Pool Phone Laws
UL
UL 2524
UL 2525

ADA

ASME 17.1

CSA B44

E911

FCC

IBC/ICC

NFPA 70 (NEC)

NFPA 72

NFPA 101

NFPA 1221/1225

U.S. Pool Phone Laws

UL

UL 2524

UL 2525

CSA B44

Code Requirements

Canadian Standards Association

CSA B44, developed by the CSA Group, is Canada’s standard for the safety of elevators and escalators. It mirrors ASME A17.1 but incorporates Canadian terminology and enforcement language. The code outlines requirements for system design, maintenance, and inspection, including emergency communication systems that support accessibility for passengers with disabilities. It is adopted and enforced provincially throughout Canada and applies to both new installations and modernizations. Compliance ensures elevators meet safety and performance requirements for communication, access, and system reliability across Canadian jurisdictions.

Who It Affects

Elevator system manufacturers and designers
Canadian elevator contractors and technicians
Building owners and developers in Canada
Provincial and territorial code enforcement agencies
Inspectors and safety authorities
Maintenance providers for vertical transportation systems

Current Code Versions

CSA B44:22

CSA B44:22 is Canada’s national safety standard for elevators and escalators. It establishes minimum requirements for the design, construction, installation, operation, inspection, testing, maintenance, alteration, and repair of elevator systems. The 2022 edition incorporates significant updates to enhance safety, accessibility, and technological integration in vertical transportation systems.

Key updates include:

Mandates two-way messaging displays in elevator cabs to assist passengers with hearing or speech impairments.
Requires provisions for authorized personnel to view real-time video of elevator interiors during emergencies.
Introduces guidelines to protect elevator control systems from unauthorized digital access.
Allows for remote diagnostics and system interactions to improve maintenance response times.
Aligns with flood-resistant design standards to prevent elevator cabs from descending into floodwaters.
Specifies additional lighting requirements to improve visibility for maintenance personnel and emergency responders.
Updates ladder design specifications and introduces sensors to prevent elevator movement when personnel are on the ladder.

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Additional Information

CSA B44:22 is adopted and enforced at the provincial and territorial level across Canada, with each jurisdiction determining its implementation timeline. While harmonized with ASME A17.1-2022, CSA B44 includes region-specific language and interpretations to align with Canadian building regulations. The standard is referenced in provincial elevator safety laws and may be supplemented by local bulletins or amendments.