Freight Elevators.
Milwaukee Code of Ordinances § 222-61
in effect222-61. Freight Elevators.
1. Freight elevators shall not be permitted to carry passengers.
2. Each freight elevator shall contain a sign which reads: "THIS IS NOT A PASSENGER ELEVATOR. NO PERSON OTHER THAN A FREIGHT HANDLER IS PERMITTED TO RIDE ON THIS ELEVATOR." The sign shall be permanently and securely fastened in a conspicuous location within the car enclosure. The sign shall be of such material and construction that the letters stamped, etched, cast or otherwise applied to the face shall remain permanently and readily legible. The letters shall not be less than 1/2 inch (13 mm.) high.
Source: City of Milwaukee Legislative Reference Bureau, Milwaukee City Charter and Code of Ordinances (city.milwaukee.gov master PDFs)URL: https://city.milwaukee.gov/ImageLibrary/Groups/ccClerk/Ordinances/Volume-2/CH222.pdf#page=8Fetched: 10/26/2026
