Facilities, Infrastructure and Risk Management (FIRM)

Facilities Management & Campus Services

TO:  Shutdown Group, Mellon Institute, Building Access Elevator Group

FROM:  FMCS Service Response Center

SUBJECT: Mellon Institute Wheelchair Lift Out of Service

The Mellon Institute wheelchair lift is currently out of service due to improper use.  

The necessary replacement parts are difficult to obtain and may take an extended period to arrive.  An update will be sent when more information is available, or the lift is back in service.

The Equal Opportunities Office and the Office of Disability Resources has been notified and will support individuals if they need alternate arrangements.  Faculty and staff concerns and questions should be directed to Amelia Kephart (412-268-5072 or akephart@andrew.cmu.edu).  Student related concerns and questions should be directed to Catherine Getchell (412-268-6121 or getchell@cmu.edu.

Please contact Lenny Libbon with any questions or concerns regarding the lift at 412-268-6148 or email LL1R@andrew.cmu.edu.