WAC 296-96-02485
What is required for emergency escape
hatches? Emergency escape hatches must be hinged and secured
from the car top so that the cover opens from the top of the
car only. The hatch must be able to be opened without the use
of tools.
EXCEPTION:
Machine roomless elevators are exempt from this requirement. They must be locked from inside the car and
provide the key in the elevator lock box.