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NYC 9/11 Public Portal Document
• 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?
Light coatings of dust can be cleaned using wet methods and /or HEPA vacuums. The DOH has a Cleaning Fact sheet that describes this and it can be four i at the website at: Large ■ accumulations (completely covered or blanketed) of debris inside or outside should be assessed by an inspector. Would you like me to take your name, number and information and forward it to DEP?
B. Cleaning
• Does the Department have any recommendations about which brands of HEPAvacs + Air Purifiers provide the best safety features?
No, Information on steps people can take to assist with indoor air quality and on the selection and purchase of residential air cleaning devices can be found at the EPA website: http://www.epa.gov/iaq/pubs/index.html
How can people who live north of Canal St. obtain a free HEPAvac and/or Air Purifier
At present there does not seem to be any program providing free cleaning equipment north of Canal
• Technical questions such as: Is an Ionizer as effective as a HEPA filter? What is the difference between an Avena purifier vs.aHEPAfilter?
This information can also be found on the EPA website: www.epa.gov/iaq/pub/ .
• Why are people not routinely recommended to wear a mask while cleaning?
The wearing of a respirator Is recommended whenever an individual is expected to be exposed to levels of toxic substances that may be harmful. Dust/paint masks do not provide protection from asbestos or fiberglass. In lower Manhattan, people will not be exposed to such levels as long as they are using wet cleaning methods, a HEPA vaccum, and not cleaning up areas with visible
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EPA and DEP interdepartmental communication concerning roof and facade cleaning operations and coordination.
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Q&A sheet detailing procedures for assessing debris in ventilation systems and required abatement actions.
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Q&A document advising landlords on HVAC filter changes and asbestos assessment requirements following the disaster.
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Guidance document explaining requirements for HVAC cleaning and asbestos abatement regulations for building owners.
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Guidance document explaining requirements for HVAC cleaning and asbestos abatement regulations for building owners.
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Frequently asked questions and updates regarding disaster assistance, road reopenings, and victim support funds issued in October 2001.
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Document listing resident inquiries regarding landlord enforcement and HVAC cleaning protocols in Lower Manhattan buildings.
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List of resident questions concerning landlord responsibilities, HVAC cleaning protocols, and enforcement agencies for Lower Manhattan buildings.
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Document listing common resident questions regarding landlord responsibilities for building cleaning and HVAC systems.
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Department of Environmental Protection advisory letter dated October 25, 2001, addressed to residents of Lower Manhattan.
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