N.Y. Comp. Codes R. & Regs. tit. 12, § 8-2.25
(b) The cars of all hand power freight elevators shall be enclosed on other than landing sides, to a height not less than 42 inches.
Exceptions:
In factory buildings erected before or after October 1, 1913; in mercantile establishments in buildings erected before or after November 1, 1920.
(a) Enclosure.
The car and car frames may be of wood, metal, or both wood and metal, and shall be strongly braced and bolted.