Why are contractors, mechanics, and inspectors now being required to become Licensed?

In 2022, the Kansas Legislature passed into law, HB 2005, creating the Elevator Safety Act. This Act creates safety standards for elevators, licensure requirements for elevator inspection, installation, alteration, and repair, and the duties of the Office of the State Fire Marshal (OSFM).

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1. Why are contractors, mechanics, and inspectors now being required to become Licensed?
2. Does the office of the state fire marshal have adopted Rules and Regulations for the Elevator Safety Act?
3. When do I need to apply?
4. Who must apply?
5. What database is being used?
6. How much will the License Cost?
7. Will the OSFM have elevator Inspectors?
8. Will there be a 3rd party Inspector License?
9. If I own an elevator must I register it with OSFM?
10. Will your office list licensed contractors, mechanics, and inspectors that have been certified?
11. Will Compliance Engine be offering training for Inspectors?
12. What code will be used?
13. What if the City or County has an Elevator program, what is the procedure?
14. How do I receive my operating certificate for my elevator?