DOB chief sounds off on safety

Department of Buildings acting chief Robert LiMandri made it clear that safety is the DOB’s top priority, saying he “will not tolerate unethical behavior.” The Department has been strongly criticized after two fatal crane accidents this year and an increased number of construction related fatalities. LiMandri said new crane regulations will be announced in coming weeks and the DOB has 700 new employees watching contractors.

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