Tramway and Funicular

What We Do

NCDOL Inspectors conduct periodic inspections on aerial tramways and incline railways (funiculars) operating in the state of North Carolina.

Equipment owners are required to schedule annual inspections no later than October 31 of each year via the online system. This requirement is needed to better serve our industry customers. Owners should make provisions to have permanent power on and equipment operational for inspection.

Information for Tramways and Funiculars

Notices to Tramway/Funicular Owners

Important information for tramway/funicular owners.

Request an Inspection

The Elevator and Amusement Device Bureau conducts regular, periodic inspections of this equipment.

Public Records Request

To make a public records request, please complete this form.

Application to Install Chair or Gondola Lifts, Ski Tows, or Funiculars

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Fill out this application to install chair or gondola lifts, ski tows or funiculars

Application

Report a Safety Concern

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This form is used to report safety concerns regarding elevators, escalators, amusement devices, aerial tramways, or other related equipment in the state of NC.

Report

Passenger Tramway Laws and Administrative Rules

Passenger Tramway Safety Act

The Elevator and Amusement Device Bureau enforces the Passenger Tramway Safety Act, which governs the registration and inspection of ski lifts, funiculars and tramways to ensure the public is safe from unnecessary mechanical hazards.

Passenger Tramway Administrative Rules

The N.C. Department of Labor adopts administrative rules, which provide further information regarding enforcement of the act. The rules for the Passenger Tramway Safety Act can be found at the Office of Administrative Hearings website.