NYC HOW TO INSTALL WINDOW GUARD (pdf V6.20)

NYC HOW TO INSTALL WINDOW GUARD

In buildings with three or more apartments, building owners must install New York City Health Department-approved window guards if a child age 10 years or younger lives in the apartment, or if a tenant or occupant requests window guards for any reason. All window types, including sliding windows with screens, should have window guards or limiting devices. Window screens are not a substitute for window guards Window guards or limiting devices must:
• Be installed in all windows of the apartment, except for windows leading to fire escapes or used for emergency escapes, or in windows where air conditioner units are permanently and safely installed.
• Be secured and permanently installed.
• Prevent windows from opening more than 4 1/2 inches in any direction. There should never be more than 4 1/2 inches of open unguarded space. Use a measurement tool to check.
• Be able to withstand 150 pounds of weight.
• Have a New York City Health Department-approval number

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