According to MTA Inspector General Daniel G. Cort, more than 41% of emergency exit assets were found to have moderate to severe defects, indicating a significant safety concern for commuters and emergency responders alike.
Cort noted that the conditions observed during inspections raise alarming questions about the MTA's commitment to maintaining safe emergency exits, emphasizing that many serious defects had gone unreported and unresolved for long periods.
The report outlines 24 recommendations for New York City Transit and the MTA Construction and Development team, highlighting the urgent need for corrective measures to improve safety conditions in the subway's emergency exit network.
During their site visits, auditors identified numerous hazards including tripping hazards, poor lighting, and exposed wires, alarming indicators that the facilities are not being properly maintained.
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