Which of the following actions might a PSO take to secure a property pending remedy?

• A. Evict tenants.
• B. Post hazard notices, secure openings, board up dangerous areas, and enforce temporary safety measures.
• C. Fine the owner.
• D. Do nothing.

Answer: (B)

Securing a property pending remedy means taking immediate, temporary safety actions to reduce risk to the public while longer-term fixes are arranged. Posting hazard notices informs everyone that a danger exists and that remedies are being pursued. Securing openings and boarding up dangerous areas physically prevents unauthorized access and exposure to the hazard. Enforcing temporary safety measures ensures compliance with safety requirements during the interim. These steps are meant to protect people and property now, using the PSO’s authority to implement quick, reversible measures. Evicting tenants or issuing fines are actions that come later or are separate enforcement steps, and doing nothing would leave the hazard unaddressed.