Q&A
Safety measures for preventing injuries from faulty steam radiators
0:37:25
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Council Member Sanchez inquires about safety measures to prevent injuries from faulty steam radiators. Deputy Commissioner Santiago provides limited information on potential safety measures.
- Santiago admits to not being an expert in this area
- Suggests using radiator covers as a potential safety measure, depending on radiator style
- Emphasizes the importance of tenants notifying landlords of issues and contacting 311 if not remediated
- No comprehensive list of safety measures is provided
Pierina Ana Sanchez
0:37:25
What are other safety measures that could be used to prevent an individual from being injured by a faulty steam radiator?
AnnMarie Santiago
0:37:32
I'm not an expert in this area.
0:37:36
What I have read includes using radiator covers, if if that is an option depending on the radiator style.
0:37:45
Certainly, again, the your best option is to let your landlord know that there is a condition and then to contact 311 if that condition is not remediated.
