NYC 9/11 Public Portal Document
The following are some examples of questions raised by community
residents regarding environment, health, and quality of life in Lower
Manhattan
I. BUILDING RELATED ISSUES
A. Landlords/Enforcem^
• How do I know my landlord had the HVAC (Heating, Ventilation
and Air Conditioning} system properly cleaned?
• Are there written protocols as to how to clean HVAC systems?
• What can I do about buildings that have not been cleaned yet
(roofs, window sills, fire escapes, lobbies, hallwc^ys)? What
agency enforces building cleaning?
• My landlord had the building cleaned back in September but
he has not done anything since, who can I call to make sure he
continues to clean?
• Terraces & balconies: Who is responsible for cleaning? Is it
safe to clean the terrace if there is a lot of dust? What can I do
if cleaned my terrace but others in my building have not and
the dust blows into my apartment?
B. Cleaning
• Does the Department have any recommendations about which
brands of HEPAvacs + Air Purifiers provide the best safety
features?
• How can people who live north of Canal St. obtain a free
HEPAvac and/or Air Purifier
• Technical questions such as: Is an.ionizer as effective as a
HEPA filter? What Is the difference between an Avena purifier
vs. a HEPA filter?
• Why are people not routinely recommended to wear a mask
while cleaning?
C. Indoor Air Testing
• Will the Health Department conduct more indoor air testing?
(will you come and test my apartment?)
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