These programs enable participants to report emergencies to a dedicated central base station via walkie-talkie. Operation Interlock gave a presentation at the 1998 Annual Meeting. Each system is monitored around the clock by a police officer who re-broadcasts emergencies over NYPD radio to affect a quick response. If your cooperative or condominium is located in these boroughs, your building staff can be trained to participate in this program. The calls bypass 911 and are immediately relayed to police, fire department or emergency medical services for a timely response to your emergency.
Training is available to all building personnel at no extra charge.
A New York City police officer provides instructions on proper reporting procedures and other security techniques. To protect the integrity of the system and maximize its effectiveness, training is mandatory for anyone who will be using the walkie-talkie. Jo-Ann Polise and NYPD Detective Lou Uliano will discuss ways of enhancing the safety of your building and your community. The City Council has recently passed legislation permitting the installation of garbage disposal units in sinks in apartment buildings in New York City. Your cooperative or condominium should carefully research this issue before deciding whether to permit disposal units to be installed.