NYC Council to take up 2 bills on radiator regulations after burning death of Brooklyn child
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The City Council plans to debate two new bills designed to enhance safety regulations for radiators and plumbing in residential apartments, prompted by the tragic death of infant Binyomin Zachariah due to faulty radiator conditions.
One notable proposal from Councilmember Pierina Sanchez aims to revise inspection protocols for plumbing and gas piping, specifically to facilitate timely emergency repairs, enhancing overall safety safeguards in residential buildings.
Another measure led by Councilmember Farah Louis would mandate annual inspections of steam radiators in any residence with a child under six years old, reflecting a significant policy shift in child safety regulations.
The tragic case of Binyomin Zachariah, who died from steam inhalation and thermal burns, underscores the urgent need for stricter safety measures regarding radiator usage in homes with children.
Read at Gothamist
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