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Council member inquires about DOB's progress on construction safety oversight
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Council Member Pierina Sanchez raises concerns about the Department of Buildings' (DOB) oversight of construction sites, referencing a 2022 New York State Controller audit. She asks for updates on steps taken to address the audit's findings and inquires about potential legislative actions needed.
- Sanchez highlights the audit's criticism of DOB's reactive rather than proactive inspection approach
- She mentions the audit's findings on inadequate procedures for identifying incidents and reporting injuries
- The council member requests information on measures taken since the audit to improve construction site safety oversight