NYC Sanitation Regulations and Enforcement Flashcards
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In NYC, commercial establishments must place their refuse in what type of container?
Answer: Approved lidded containers or bags
NYC regulations require commercial establishments to use approved lidded containers or tied bags for refuse to prevent litter and pest access.
Which NYC law mandates that property owners keep sidewalks and gutters free of debris?
Answer: Administrative Code § 16-118
NYC Administrative Code § 16-118 requires property owners to keep the sidewalks and gutters adjacent to their property clean and free of debris.
How often must commercial establishments in NYC have their refuse collected at minimum?
Answer: As required by DSNY schedule
Commercial establishments must arrange refuse collection in accordance with the DSNY-mandated schedule for their zone and waste volume.
What is the primary purpose of NYC's containerization law for large residential buildings?
Answer: To prevent pests and reduce street litter
The containerization law requires large buildings to store refuse in sealed containers primarily to prevent pests and reduce litter on NYC streets.
Which offense can result in a DSNY summons being issued to a building owner for their tenant's actions?
Answer: Refuse placed outside without a container on non-collection days
Building owners can receive a DSNY summons if their tenants place refuse outside without proper containers on non-collection days.
Under NYC regulations, what must a sanitation worker do if a resident's recyclables are contaminated with food waste?
Answer: Leave them and affix a rejection notice
When recyclables are contaminated, sanitation workers leave them behind and attach a rejection notice explaining the reason.