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construction safety violations

Coverage of construction safety violations in the Nexus archive.

Earliest in view: Jul 7 · 16:35 UTCMost recent: Jul 10 · 20:00 UTC
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Midtownplace1219 East 42nd St.place1Department of Buildings (DOB)organization1Jay Nelson Gorayebperson1worker injurytopic1NYC Midtown buildingplace1The Postorganization1
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  • SECURITYJul 10 · 20:00 UTCAMNY
    Op-ed | Shoddy construction work is nothing new in New York City

    A buckling of support columns in Midtown New York City highlighted ongoing issues with shoddy construction practices and inadequate safety protocols. A prior incident at 219 East 42nd St. involved a worker injured by falling debris, leading to a Department of Buildings (DOB) stop work order, which was later lifted despite unresolved safety violations. The DOB's fines are often dismissed as minor costs on large projects, perpetuating a cycle of neglect.

  • SECURITYJul 7 · 16:35 UTCNY POST
    NYC Midtown building evacuated over collapse fears is riddled with prior ‘safety’ issues: records

    A Midtown hi-rise building in NYC was evacuated due to collapse fears after being cited multiple times last year for dangerous construction safety violations. Records show prior safety issues at the location.