N.Y. Comp. Codes R. & Regs. tit. 9, Appendices, app S-17

Current through Register Vol. 46, No. 50, December 11, 2024

Appendix S-17

EXHIBIT A

SAFETY CHECK LIST

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Item

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Remarks

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1.	Grounds
Sidewalks, Pavements, Fences, etc.	Check for cracks, tripping hazards and projecting wires, paying special attention to entrances, stairs, ramps, play areas and areas around fire hydrants.
Trees and Shrubs	Check for dead limbs and low branches.
Play Areas	Check condition of equipment. Remove splintering play logs.
2.	Buildings
Roofs	Check for loose tiles and bricks. Keep free of debris.
Public Space (stairs, windows and doors)	Check for loose or cracked stairs, hard to open windows and doors.
Elevators	Check for leveling of car, operation of safety devices, regular servicing.
Garbage Removal Station	Check for general cleanliness and security under foot. Availability of fire extinguishing equipment.
Lighting	Check for adequacy, especially at stairs, ramps and entrances.
Meter Rooms	Check for fuse pullers and rubber mats in front of panels; adequacy of ventilation in gas meter room.
Incinerator Rooms	Check for safety goggles and excessive accumulation of trash.
Incinerator Hoppers	Check for proper closing, for sign prohibiting disposal of explosion hazard items.
Pump and Machinery Rooms	Check safety devices and guards, adequacy of light, ramps and ladders.
Storage Rooms	Check for accumulation of rubbish and combustibles.
Community Centers and Recreational Rooms	Check exits, stairs, lighting, etc.
Laundry Rooms	Check electrical and drain connections, lighting, etc.
Lightning Rods	Check installation, connections and soil resistance.
3.	Streets and Intersections
School Crossings, Traffic Signals and Signs	Check for general safety and adequacy; discuss with proper authority if necessary.
Bus Stop	Check for adequacy of lighting and presence of signs.
Parking Areas	Check for adequacy of lighting, and condition of curbs and stops.
4.	Maintenance Space
Shops, Electrical Tools, Boiler Room, Protective Clothing, Employee Work Habits	Observe periodically and check for fire hazards, equipment hazards, safe work habits, etc.
5.	Apartments
Heating Equipment, Ranges, Hardware, Windows and Window Guards, etc.	Check for safety and adequacy of equipment.

N.Y. Comp. Codes R. & Regs. tit. 9, Appendices, app S-17