Vacant/abandonded Buildings

Question 1

Who shall be notified of vacant/abandoned buildings that present a hazard to firefighters?

Answer 1

Metro Floor Captain

Question 2

Who is responsible for the abatement of hazardous abandoned buildings?

Answer 2

Building and safety

Question 3

What is the size of the placards for vacant/abandoned buildings and on how many sides are they posted?

Answer 3

24”x30” on 2 sides of the building

Question 4

Where shall Abandoned or vacant building placards be placed?

Answer 4

In the front of the building and to each side of the entrance. Also next to penthouses

Question 5

What do the following symbols on placards for abandoned buildings mean?

R/O
S/M
F/E
H/F

Answer 5

R/O- Roof open

S/M- Stairs missing

F/E- Avoid fire escapes

H/F- Holes in floor

Question 6

What are the leading causes of fire in vacant or abandoned buildings?

Answer 6

Arson or warming fire

Question 7

What is the preferred method of notifying the department of vacant or abandoned buildings?

Answer 7

Through the information portal