Safety – Jack Jaffa & Associates

VIDEO Jaffa Safety Sunday Event

chaya — Thu, 06 Oct 2022 19:22:27 +0000

An important part of our corporate culture is our JaffaCares program. Our Safety Sunday Event is an event that we are exceptionally proud of. Together with our client, Spring Creek Towers, the @New York City Fire Department (FDNY) & @NYPD 75th precinct, we helped spread a message of safety, community, and unity.

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VIDEO Annual Safety Mailings 2022

chaya — Mon, 15 Nov 2021 18:27:42 +0000

It’s that time of year again! Annual Saftey Mailings are due soon and we at Jack Jaffa and Associates are busy trying to make your lives easier. Take advantage of our Complete Safety Mailings Service, Advanced Customer Portal, and the new Jaffa deFined app for everything you need to complete your Safety Mailings without the hassle.

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New Sprinkler Requirements

Donna Bucasan — Wed, 27 Oct 2021 09:14:43 +0000

The DOB is always issuing new requirements, but many of them only become relevant months, or years later. The upcoming sprinkler requirement as of November 14, 2021, was instituted by the DOB a full two years ago.

Here’s what you need to know about the new sprinkler requirements and how to stay compliant.

What are my requirements?

Previously, in compliance with Local Law 26 of 2004, owners of buildings over 100 feet tall were required to install an automatic sprinkler system by July 1, 2019.

Now, effective November 14, building owners must file a sprinkler report with the DOB, certifying that the required sprinklers have been installed in their building. The report must be prepared by an architect or engineer.

How often do the reports need to be filed?

Sprinkler reports don’t need to be filed annually. In fact, they are only required to be filed every 14 years. However, it’s important to note that the DOB will begin issuing fines to all building owners who do not file their initial sprinkler report by the required deadline.

What is the deadline for filing a sprinkler report?

To remain compliant, building owners must file a sprinkler report by January 1, 2022. If you have not yet had your sprinkler system installed and inspected, you have two months to get the job done, have your report prepared by a qualified architect or engineer and file it with the DOB before they start issuing violations.

If you have already filed your report since July 1, 2019, there’s no need to file another one now.

What are the penalties for noncompliance?

Failure to file an acceptable sprinkler report can result in a civil penalty of $5,000 per year, beginning on January 1, 2022. For each month in which the building owner is late in filing a report, the DOB will slap on another $1,000. This means that if you have not filed your report by February 1, 2022, you can be fined $6,000 by the DOB. Each additional month in which you do not file can cost you another $1,000.

Can I challenge a civil penalty?

You can challenge a civil penalty by providing proof of compliance. This can include any of the following:

A copy of an acceptable sprinkler report, or
A certificate of occupancy indicating that the building does not need to comply with the requirement.

Challenges must be submitted in writing to the DOB within 30 days from the date of the violation.

If I’m a new building owner, can I request a waiver of penalties?

New owners of buildings may request a waiver of penalties due to change in ownership. To do so, they must submit proof of a recorded deed showing transfer of ownership to the current owner after the penalties were issued. They must also provide any additional documentation as requested by the department.

In addition, an owner may be granted a waiver of penalties if they submit a copy of an order signed by a bankruptcy court judge, or if a state of emergency that prevents the owner from conducting a report has been declared.

If you haven’t filed a sprinkler report, schedule an inspection today! Need help staying compliant? Contact us today for further assistance.

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VIDEO Jaffa deFINEd App is HERE!

chaya — Mon, 14 Jun 2021 16:52:15 +0000

Jaffa deFINEd is LIVE and it’s going to RE-deFINE how you manage your compliance. From total synchronization between the Jaffa portal and app, on-device collection of signatures and photos, and the ability to store, access, and view all your compliance matters from your phone, this truly is compliance made easy!

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VIDEO Jack Jaffa Warm Annual Coat Drive

chaya — Wed, 13 Jan 2021 16:28:52 +0000

Once again the JaffaCares’ Project Warm hit the streets to donate winter coats to NYC residents. This year, JaffaCares teamed up with The Doe Fund to donate 100s of warm coats in the spirit of keeping NYC warm, healthy, and safe!

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VIDEO 2021 Safety Mailing Done Smarter & Safer

Gabrielle Klein — Wed, 18 Nov 2020 18:18:06 +0000

Covid-19 and the restrictions implemented by NYC makes completing your end of the year property management tasks even more complicated than ever. With Jaffa’s non-contact safety mailing and stress-free auditing, we take away the stress of handling these and all your other compliance tasks.

In addition to their already comprehensive service, Jaffa has adapted their system and services to handle the new normal.

ON-CONTACT SAFETY MAILING

With our customized tenant portal for online responses, easy QR codes, and free call-in number, your tenants can submit their responses while maintaining social distancing. And because all tenant responses are sent directly to our office, and we upload all paperwork, this task is handled efficiently even if you are currently still working remotely.

Our mailing service includes all NYC requirements including:

Emergency Preparedness Guide

FDNY Checklist

Window Guard

Lead Paint Notice

Stove Knob Safety Covers

STRESS-FREE AUDITING

Audits for Record Production are at an all-time high, which means that you run the risk of being audited. Our portal allows you to compile, store, and access all required documents at a touch of the button so that you don’t need to worry about being audited. Just log-in, print, and arrive with everything you need to avoid violations.

2020 was COMPLICATED enough, why not SIMPLIFY your 2021 compliance? Contact a Jaffa Sales Representative to find out how.

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Video: Annual Safety Mailing with Jaffa just got a whole lot BETTER!

Gabrielle Klein — Thu, 10 Oct 2019 17:55:34 +0000

NYC has made some recent changes to your annual safety mailing requirements. As always, Jaffa, has made has made some changes too ensuring that when you trust them to handle your safety mailing, you’re covered for whatever NYC throws at you and are always compliant with the ever-changing laws.

In addition, NYC has been cracking down on landlords unable to produce required tenant documents when requested, with over 200 Violations already issued in 2019 already! And while you may not have noticed (hopefully, you haven’t yet), Jaffa has certain taken noticed and has added some cool BONUS FEATURES completely FREE OF CHARGE to help you track, manage, compile and create reports with your tenant documents.

Watch our short video to find out all your new requirement and how Jaffa can help you with them or visit: https://www.jackjaffa.com/annual-mailings/

Isn’t it time you started doing your safety mailings, SMARTER & BETTER?

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