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Examination of Outstanding Premiums
… to determine (i) the extent to which the New York State Insurance Fund (NYSIF) participates in the Statewide Offset … pay NYSIF premiums for workers compensation and disability insurance. If a policyholder stops making payments, NYSIF … were to determine i the extent to which the New York State Insurance Fund NYSIF participates in the Statewide Offset …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2016/08/19/examination-outstanding-premiumsDisposition of Farm Assets
… appropriately disposed of the assets associated with its closed farms, including equipment, livestock, and … disposed of records pertaining to farm assets consistent with its record retention policy. However, some records were … Department appropriately disposed of the assets associated with its closed farms …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2013/09/04/disposition-farm-assetsDisposal of Electronic Devices
… all State entities to establish formal processes to address the risk that personal, private or sensitive … ready for disposal through OGS' Surplus Unit. Key Findings Seven of the 36 computer hard drives readied for surplus … research information and student term papers. One of the seven hard drives was taken from a laptop computer, which …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2013/09/04/disposal-electronic-devicesManagement of Internal Controls
… To determine if the Board of Directors of the Fuller Road Management Corporation (FRMC) promoted internal controls … Manual. Other Related Audit/Report of Interest Fuller Road Management Corporation & The Research Foundation of the … To determine if the Board of Directors of the Fuller Road Management Corporation FRMC promoted internal controls …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2013/01/23/management-internal-controlsOversight of International Offices
… Empire State Development (ESD) monitors the effectiveness of its international offices and manages payments to foreign … helps businesses increase exports and expand visibility of their business in the global marketplace; and develops and maintains a network of partners worldwide to attract foreign direct investment …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2013/06/28/oversight-international-officesDisposal of Electronic Devices
… that all memory devices had been removed. One of the hard drives contained personal, private and sensitive … date of birth and certain health-related data. The printer hard drive and cameras also contained retrievable data, and … Reinforce policies and procedures to ensure that all hard drives are removed from electronic devices and properly …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2013/04/25/disposal-electronic-devicesAdministration of Fellowship Leaves
… such leaves for authorized purposes and are in compliance with all applicable requirements. The audit covered the … Although the majority of fellowship recipients complied with CUNY guidelines, improvements are needed to protect … or other follow-up measures when instructors do not comply with the above noted requirements. Key Recommendations Ensure …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2013/10/09/administration-fellowship-leavesDisposal of Electronic Devices
… One way information can be compromised is through careless disposal or re-use of electronic devices. Personal computers, … Audit/Report of Interest Office of General Services: Disposal of Electronic Devices (2012-S-4) …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2013/05/13/disposal-electronic-devicesMonitoring of Construction Management
… contracts that were active between April 2015 and July 2020 and additional information provided by the Office … participation goals. Between April 1, 2015 and March 31, 2020, there were a total of 3,238 ongoing construction … are supported and related; however, we identified several areas that need improvement. One construction management …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2021/12/30/monitoring-construction-managementMonitoring of Select Programs
… Objective To determine if the New York State Office for the Aging’s policies and procedures for select programs are adequate to ensure Area Agencies on … to July 2021. About the Program The New York State Office for the Aging (NYSOFA) helps New York residents aged 60 or …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2022/01/21/monitoring-select-programsOversight of Shelter Placements
… determine whether the New York City Department of Homeless Services is effectively placing clients into shelters or facilities that have the necessary services and supervision. The audit covered the period from … determine whether the New York City Department of Homeless Services is effectively placing clients into shelters or …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2022/12/01/oversight-shelter-placementsManagement of Capital Projects
… and was successful in completing scope of work timely, with quality, and within budget. The audit covered from … Atlantic Terminal (formerly Flatbush Avenue) in Brooklyn, with a number of others originating or terminating at Hunters … however, project managers do not always comply with, and contractors/consultants are not required to follow, …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2020/12/14/management-capital-projectsOversight of Sidewalk Sheds
… Objective To determine if the New York City (NYC or City) Department of Buildings (DOB) adequately monitors that NYC sidewalk sheds are erected and removed when required, are … of more than 1 million buildings and construction sites in NYC. This includes enforcing provisions of the NYC …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2021/07/06/oversight-sidewalk-shedsUse of Vendor-Supported Technology
… Frontier Transportation Authority (NFTA) was complying with requirements to maintain its systems at vendor-supported … Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority was complying with requirements to maintain its systems at vendorsupported …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2019/12/12/use-vendor-supported-technologyEfficiency of Warehouse Space
… has reviewed the warehouse space used by State agencies for cost-savings opportunities. Our audit covered the period … the associated costs, because there was no central source for this information. Key Finding OGS has made progress in … of 14, liquidation of 9, square footage reduction for 3, and no changes in the remaining 3. Three other …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2020/01/03/efficiency-warehouse-spaceOversight of Homeless Shelters
… shelters to ensure they are operating in compliance with applicable laws, rules, and regulations. Our audit … largest population of homeless in the United States, with 91,897 homeless individuals. New York also had the … information, scheduling meetings, and performing shelter site visits. Key Recommendations Improve policies and …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2020/03/10/oversight-homeless-sheltersOversight of Drug Disposal
… develop drug disposal policies and procedures that align with applicable regulations, including environmentally sound methods, not all Providers were compliant with their own policies and, in some cases, not even familiar with them. Since 2008, the State has been shifting away from …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2020/05/15/oversight-drug-disposalManagement of Invasive Species
… Objective To determine if the Department of Environmental Conservation (Department) was effectively … species to prevent and mitigate the harmful effects of invasive species populations in New York State. The audit … through November 22, 2019. About the Program Many species of plants and animals currently found in New York State are …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2020/07/23/management-invasive-speciesOversight of Kendra’s Law
… Objective To determine whether the Office of Mental Health (OMH) is effectively monitoring … To determine whether the Office of Mental Health OMH is effectively monitoring …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2024/02/08/oversight-kendras-lawOversight of Disability Services
… reviewed (Binghamton University, Maritime College, Stony Brook University, SUNY Morrisville, SUNY Cobleskill, and SUNY …
https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2023/08/09/oversight-disability-services