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What is NYC BC § 3316.4?

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This section mandates that a permit must be obtained for the installation of power operated hoisting equipment, including supports and runback structures, in compliance with Chapter 1 of Title 28 of the Administrative Code. Applies to users of hoisting equipment in construction and demolition activities.

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3316.4 Permit for power operated hoisting equipment.

BC § 3316.4

No power operated hoisting equipment, including supports and runback structures, shall be installed until the equipment user has obtained a permit in accordance with the requirements of Chapter 1 of Title 28 of the Administrative Code. Exceptions: 1. A hoisting equipment permit is not required for equipment that is exempted from the requirements of Sections 3316.1 or 3319.1.

2.A hoisting equipment permit is not required for equipment, other than a crane, derrick, bucket hoist, material hoist, personnel hoist, or industrial rope access equipment, used exclusively to make deliveries to the site or service the site, and not used to perform construction or demolition work.

3.A hoisting equipment permit is not required for a power-operated, nonguided hoist with a maximum capacity of one ton or less and installed on new construction, or on alterations where the operation of the hoist is confined within the property and the site is protected in accordance with Section 3307.

4.A hoisting equipment permit issued under the provisions of this section is not required for cranes and derricks. Permits for cranes and derricks shall be in accordance with Section 3319.3.

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