MCE ACM_LBP Bedford VAMC Rpt.pdf

222 W. Gregory Blvd., Suite 211; Kansas City, Missouri 64114

816-333-2424 fax 816-572-6328

May 21, 2018

James Tompkins Tompkins Architects, LLC 612 NW Kay Drive Lee’s Summit, MO 64063

RE: Environmental and Historic Preservation Support for Outpatient Mental Health Renovation, building 6, 1st Floor. VAMC Bedford, MA Lead and Asbestos Inspection

Dear Mr. Tompkins:

Mustardseed Cultural and Environmental Services, LLC (MCE) representatives conducted a limited inspection on September 12, 2018.

The purpose of the inspection was to identify and quantify asbestos-containing materials (ACM) and lead-based paint (LBP) that could be impacted during work on the Renovation Project on the st floor. The asbestos survey of the subject property was performed utilizing the NESHAPS and

ASTM assessment, sampling, and analytical protocol. The LBP inspection was conducted in accordance with all applicable local and State regulations The inspection areas were dictated by

Travis Wilson, Tompkins Architects and the VAMC representative and conducted by a

Massachusetts certified asbestos and lead inspector.

ASBESTOS INSPECTION

Sixty-seven samples were collected and analyzed by an accredited laboratory. ACM was found to be present on exterior window frame caulk, floor tile and mastic, pipe insulation, mudded pipe fitting and insulation on the first floor. A high percentage of asbestos and loose fibers from saw cut pipes with insulation is located in a room in the center wing of the building north of the stairway. MCE recommends removal of confirmed ACM prior to any renovation and/ or demolition activities. A licensed abatement contractor should be used to remove the ACM.

LEAD BASED PAINT INSPECTION

Nine samples were collected and analyzed by an accredited laboratory. Lead was found in all but one of the interior samples on perimeter walls, concrete beam, interior walls and radiator on the 1 st floor. MCE recommends care be taken not to sand, grind, dry scrape or otherwise abrade these surfaces, all paint chips and dust created should be contained and collected to prevent tracking/spreading lead contaminated materials.

GENERAL COMMENTS

A detailed report of the inspection follows this summary letter. The results, findings, conclusions and recommendations expressed in this report are based on conditions observed during MCE’s survey of the 1 st floor of the structure on September 12, 2018. The information contained in this report is relevant to the date on which these surveys were performed, and should not be relied upon to represent conditions at a later date. This report has been prepared on behalf of and exclusively for use by Tompkins Architects for specific application to their project as discussed.

Timberlyn Text Box October 9, 2018

222 W. Gregory Blvd., Suite 211; Kansas City, Missouri 64114

816-333-2424 fax 816-572-6328

Contractors or consultants reviewing this report must draw their own conclusions regarding further investigation or remediation deemed necessary. MCE does not warrant the work of regulatory agencies, laboratories or other third parties supplying information that may have been used in the preparation of this report. No warranty, expressed or implied is made.

Respectfully, Timberlyn Smith, CHMM

Project Manager

HAZARDOUS BUILDING MATERIALS INSPECTION REPORT

VETERANS ADMINISTRATION MEDICAL CENTER

BUILDING 6 – 1ST FLOOR

BEDFORD, MASSACHUSETTS

PREPARED FOR:

MUSTARDSEED CULTURAL & ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES, LLC

ATTN: TIMBERLYN SMITH, CHMM

222 W. GREGORY BOULEVARD/#211

KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI 64114

PREPARED BY:

ATC GROUP SERVICES, LLC

500 WEST CUMMINGS PARK, SUITE 3750

WOBURN, MASSACHUSETTS 01801

ATC PROJECT # 6000004043

October 5, 2018

TABLE OF CONTENTS

1.0 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

1.1 ASBESTOS

1.2 LEAD DETERMINATION

2.0 ASBESTOS CONTAINING MATERIAL

2.1 SAMPLING METHODOLOGY

2.2 ASBESTOS CONTAINING MATERIALS

Table 1: Summary of Identified Asbestos-Containing Materials Table 2: Summary of Non-ACMs

3.0 LEAD PAINT DETERMINATION

3.1 SUMMARY OF FINDINGS

Table 3: Lead Paint Testing Results by SOP Based on SW846-7420/3051

3.2 REGULATORY IMPLICATIONS AND REGULATIONS

APPENDICES

APPENDIX A: ASBESTOS BULK SAMPLE LABORATORY REPORT

APPENDIX B: LEAD PAINT CHIP LABORATORY ANALYSIS REPORT

APPENDIX C: SAMPLE LOCATION DRAWING

APPENDIX D: PHOTO LOG

Timberlyn

APPENDIX E: MASSACHUETTES INSPECTOR LICENSE

Building #6 – 1st Floor Hazardous Materials Inspection VMAC – 200 Springs Road, Bedford, MA October 5, 2018

ATC Project No. 6000004043

1.0 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

ATC Group Services, LLC (ATC) was retained by Mustardseed Cultural & Environmental Services, LLC to perform a hazardous building materials survey in support of the planned renovation project of the Building # 6 – 1st Floor space, located at the Veterans Administration Medical Center in Bedford, Massachusetts.

The hazardous material inspection was to determine the suspect building materials that may be impacted by the proposed renovation project as indicated by Mustardseed Cultural & Environmental Services, LLC.

ATC’s scope of work for the hazardous materials inspection included a survey for asbestos-containing materials (ACM), and lead-containing paint. ATC performed a limited inspection in representative interior areas, to the degree feasible, in an attempt to identify the presence of hidden ACM.

The building is a three story masonry structure with slab on grade foundation. The building envelope included brick façade walls. Interior finishes include 9”x 9” and 12”x 12” vinyl floor tiles and limited areas of ceramic floor tiles. Wall finishes include plaster walls and limited areas of ceramic wall tiles with plaster ceiling finishes. Substantial areas of both wall and ceiling areas are exposed to the interior structural surfaces.

1.1 Asbestos

Section 2.0 discusses the ACM survey and sampling methodology. This survey involved a visual inspection, inventory, and bulk sampling of suspect ACM, including locating and quantifying the identified ACM. ATC performed the inspection in only building areas set forth by Mustardseed Cultural & Environmental Services, LLC and Tompkins Architects. The survey included all accessible interior areas. ATC was not able to inspect the roof area or foundation wall areas below grade. ATC did not disassemble any mechanical or electrical equipment to determine the presence of suspect materials.

The asbestos survey was performed by a Massachusetts Division of Labor Standards (DLS)-certified Asbestos Inspector Michael Puyana (AI-061157) on September 12th, 2018. A total of sixty-seven (67) samples of suspect ACM were collected, with fifty-four (54) analyzed to determine asbestos content. The ATC inspector performed both the visual inspection and bulk sampling in the building according to methods outlined in the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) guidance document titled, "Guidance for Controlling Asbestos-Containing Materials in Buildings" (Document No. 560/5-85/024). The Polarized Light Microscopy (PLM) bulk sample analytical results are included in Appendix A.

Confirmed ACM are presented in Table 1 located in Section 2. Suspect ACM determined not to contain asbestos using laboratory analysis are included in Table 2 in Section 2.

1.2 Lead Determination

ATC performed a lead paint determination on representative interior painted surfaces that will be impacted by the proposed renovation project. The lead determination was performed by Michael Puyana on September 12th, 2018.

Results of the lead determination indicate that lead was detected above the highest Reporting Limit of 0.018 percent weight in eight of the nine paint chip samples. Note that contractors performing work at the building where the painted surfaces will be disturbed must comply with the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) 29 CFR 1926.62, Lead in Construction regulations. Additional waste disposal requirements may apply in accordance with EPA and Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection (MassDEP) regulations. Table 4 in Section 3 presents the results of the lead determination.

The cost for demolition of building components coated with lead paint is approximately 5% above the cost for general demolition.

Limitations

Our professional services have been performed, our findings obtained and our recommendations prepared in accordance with customary principles and practices in the field of environmental science and engineering. This statement is in lieu of other statements either expressed or implied. This report does not warrant against future operations or conditions, nor does it warrant against operations or conditions present of a type or at a location not investigated.

Environmental evaluations are limited in the sense that conclusions and recommendations are developed and information obtained from limited research and secondary sources. Except as set forth in this report, ATC has made no independent investigations as to the accuracy or completeness of the information derived from the secondary sources and personal interviews and has presumed that such information was accurate and complete.

This report is intended for the sole use of Mustardseed Cultural & Environmental Services and Thompkins Architects. The scope of services performed in execution of this evaluation may not be appropriate to satisfy the needs of other users, and use or re-use of this document or the findings, conclusions, or recommendations, is at risk of said user.

CERIFICATION OF RESULTS

This report has been prepared for the exclusive use of Mustardseed Cultural & Environmental Services Photocopying of this document by parties other than those designated by the Client, or use of this document for purposes other than it is intended, is prohibited.

Respectfully submitted this 5th day of October, 2018.

ATC Group Services, LLC

Ricardo Nunes Senior Project Manager Cell: 978 423-4550

Bryan Thompson Division Manager, Building Sciences

2.0 ASBESTOS CONTAINING MATERIAL

2.1 Sampling Methodology

The surveys were performed by an EPA-accredited and Commonwealth of Massachusetts DLS certified Asbestos Inspectors. Bulk samples, representing individual homogenous areas of suspect materials, were collected in a randomly distributed manner, in accordance with the methods outlined below.

Building materials exist in the form of thermal systems insulation (TSI), surfacing materials, and miscellaneous materials.

The following generally illustrates the sampling strategy employed by ATC where feasible:

(a) Surfacing materials - In a randomly distributed manner, collect bulk samples of surfacing materials, representative of each homogeneous area, and not assumed to be ACM.

(1) Collect at least three bulk samples from each homogeneous area that is less than or equal to 1,000 ft2.

(2) Collect at least five bulk samples from each homogeneous area that is greater than 1,000 ft2, but less than or equal to 5,000 ft2.

(3) Collect at least seven bulk samples from each homogeneous area that is greater than 5,000 ft2.

(b) Thermal systems insulation.

(1) In a randomly distributed manner, collect at a minimum, three (3) bulk samples of thermal systems insulation material, representative of each homogeneous area, and not assumed to be ACM.

(2) Collect, at a minimum, one (1) bulk sample of patched thermal systems insulation, representative of each homogenous area, and not assumed to be ACM, providing the section of patch was less than 6 linear or square feet.

(3) Collect, at a minimum, three (3) representative bulk samples of each insulated mechanical system not assumed to be ACM, including, but not limited to cementitious material used on pipe fittings such as tees, elbows, or valves.

Representative sampling was conducted in a manner sufficient as to identify whether each homogenous area is either asbestos or non-asbestos containing.

(4) Bulk samples are not required to be collected from any homogeneous area where the accredited asbestos inspector has determined that the thermal systems insulation is a non-suspect material (i.e., fiberglass, foam glass, rubber, or any other non-ACM).

(c) Miscellaneous materials - Collect, at a minimum, two (2) representative bulk sample of each miscellaneous material not assumed to be ACM, including, but not limited to ceiling tiles, floor tiles, associated floor tile mastic, roofing materials, waterproofing, etc.

Representative sampling was conducted in a manner sufficient as to identify whether each homogenous area is either asbestos or non-asbestos containing.

2.2 Asbestos Containing Materials

ATC conducted the asbestos survey in representative interior areas as directed by Tompkins and VA personnel that may be impacted by the proposed renovation project. ATC did not perform extensive exploratory demolition in representative areas that may be impacted by the proposed renovation project to identify the presence of hidden ACM. ATC did not dig around the foundation in an attempt to identify waterproofing material. Note that ATC did not survey the roof areas, disassemble mechanical equipment or electrical gear, or perform extensive exploratory demolition for materials located within wall cavities, chases, and plenums that may have suspect ACM internal components.

The following table presents a list of the identified, confirmed ACMs and assumed ACMs in the renovation areas of the building. All accessible ACMs identified in the following table appeared to be in good condition.

Note that an ACM is defined by the Mass DEP as any material or product containing one percent or greater asbestos by weight.

Table 1: Summary of Identified Asbestos-Containing Materials Building 6, 1st Floor

VMAC, Bedford, Massachusetts

Location Material Estimated

Quantity Result

Floor 1 Exterior – Center Wing/East & West Sides

Grey Exterior Window Frame Caulk Associated With

Metal Windows 90 Each 2% Chrysotile

Floor 1 – Center Wing/East Side, North Wing/Center Area

Dark Brown 9”x 9” Floor Tile and Associated Black Mastic

100 sq ft 5 & 10%

Chrysotile

Floor 1 – North Wing/West Area Grey 9”x 9” Floor Tile and Associated Black Mastic

450 sq ft 5 & 10%

Chrysotile

Floor 1 – North Wing, South Wing Off-White 12”x 12” Floor Tile and Associated Black Mastic

12,500 sq ft 2 & 15%

Chrysotile

Floor 1 – North Wing, South Wing (in fire hose cabinet wall chases)

Layered Paper Thermal Insulation on Pipe Riser

20 ln ft 10% Chrysotile

Floor 1 – South Wing Mudded Pipe Fitting

Insulation 5 Each 15% Chrysotile

Floor 1 – Center Wing @ North Stairway

Hard Block Pipe Insulation 15 ln ft

40% Chrysotile Hard Block Pipe Insulation Debris1

100 sq ft

1 Pipe insulation is located on the floor and in the wet wall pipe chase adjacent to the North Central Stairwell.

The entire room should be considered asbestos-containing until abatement has been performed.

Table 2: Summary of Non-ACMs Building 6, 1st Floor

VMAC, Bedford, Massachusetts

Material

Sample Location(s)

Building 6, 1st Floor (Batch Number – B111776)

Gray and Tan Ceiling and Wall Plaster – Base and Skim Coats

1st Floor – North, Center & South Wing

Black Waterproofing Mastic on Masonry Walls 1st Floor – Perimeter North & South Wing

Grey Caulk Associated with Interior Metal Windows 1st Floor – Center & South Wing

Red Grout Associated with 9”x 9” Grey Floor Tile1 1st Floor – North & West Side

Material

Sample Location(s)

Gray Grout Associated with Ceramic Floor Tile 1st Floor – North & South Wing

4” Black Cove Base and Associated Yellow Mastic 1st Floor – North Wing

Tan/Yellow Mastic Associated with Ceramic Wall Tile

1st Floor – Center & South Wing

6” Black Cove Base and Associated Brown Mastic 1st Floor – Center Wing

Gray HVAC Duct Sealant 1st Floor – Center Wing

Yellow Sprinkler Pipe Thread Sealant 1st Floor – Center Wing

Tan Residual Carpet Mastic Floor 1 – North Wing

1The material is asbestos-contaminated and should be handled as such.

Please refer to Appendix C for Sample Location Drawing and Appendix D for Photo Log

3.0 LEAD PAINT DETERMINATION

ATC performed a limited lead-containing paint determination on representative interior painted surfaces that may be impacted by the proposed renovation project. Paint chip samples were submitted to ProScience Analytical Services, Inc. for analysis in accordance with EPA method SW846—3050B/7000B. ProScience is an AIHA-LAP Certified Laboratory with lab ID number: 102754. The laboratory report can be found in Appendix B of this report.

3.1 Summary of Findings

The table below provides the results of the lead paint testing. The Flame AAS readings are in parts per million (PPM), and in percent weight (%/weight).

As noted in the table, most painted surfaces identified and sampled by ATC contained detectable lead above the reporting limit of 0.0093 percent weight (% by weight). Other painted surfaces contained detectable lead less than the reporting limit.

Table 3: Lead Paint Testing Results by SOP Based on SW846-7420/3051

Location Component Substrate Color Flame AAS Results (%

Weight)

Paint Chip Survey

1st Floor, North Wing Perimeter Wall

Interior – Multi-colored Paint Chips

Plaster Multi-colored 0.070

1st Floor, North Wing Concrete Beam

Interior – Beige/Green Paint Chips

Plaster Beige/Green 0.34

1st Floor, South Wing - East Room Wall

Interior – Pink Paint Chips Plaster Pink 0.027

1st Floor, South Wing - Radiator

Interior – Green Paint Chips

Metal Green 0.91

Interior – Tan Paint Chips Metal Tan 0.25

1st Floor, North Wing - West Room Perimeter

Wall

Interior – Multi-colored Paint Chips

Plaster Multi-colored 0.18

Interior – Light Blue Paint Chips

Plaster Light Blue 0.055

1st Floor, South Wing - Wall

1st Floor, North Wing - East Room Perimeter

Wall

Interior – Beige Paint Chips

Plaster Beige <RL

Interior – Blue/Tan Paint Chips

Plaster Blue/Tan 0.39

<RL – BELOW REPORTING LIMIT OF 0.0093% WEIGHT.

3.2 Regulatory Implications and Regulations

The implications of lead paint existing in a non-residential building are related to the future use of the facility and the need to impact these painted surfaces during the demolition process.

OSHA does not acknowledge any quantitative threshold for a lead-based paint. Paint with a detectable amount of lead, regardless of the level, is recognized as a lead-containing paint. The possible exposure hazard to workers impacting these coated surfaces should be assessed, and contractors and their employees must adhere to the OSHA Lead in Construction standard found at 29 CFR 1926.62. Regardless of analytical results, OSHA still requires that personal exposure monitoring be conducted when appropriate to determine lead exposure, even for zero results as determined by any method. To fully comply with EPA regulations, sampling of demolition debris waste streams may be required, depending on the requirements of the receiving facility.

OSHA recognizes that construction type work on surfaces coated with lead-containing paint has a potential to expose workers to hazardous levels of lead and requires that appropriate safety and health measures be followed as stated in 29 CFR 1926.62. OSHA states that until the employer performs an exposure assessment and documents that employees are not exposed above the permissible exposure limit (PEL) of greater than 50 micrograms per cubic meter (µg/m3) of air, the employer must treat employees as if they were exposed above the PEL for the following operations:

Manual renovation and demolition of structures, manual scraping, manual sanding, and use of heat gun where lead-containing coatings or paints are present;

Abrasive blasting;

Power tool cleaning;

Lead burning;

Using lead-containing mortar or spray painting with lead-containing paint;

Abrasive blasting, rivet busting, or welding, cutting, or burning on any structure where lead-containing coatings or paint are present;

Cleanup activities where dry expendable abrasives are used; and

Any other task the employer believes may cause exposure in excess of the PEL.

Work precautions include providing respiratory protection, protective work clothing and equipment, change areas, hand washing facilities, biological monitoring, and training until an exposure assessment has determined that the work activity will result in an exposure below the PEL. Additional requirements under this standard include a written compliance program as well as record keeping.

APPENDIX A

ASBESTOS BULK SAMPLE ANALYSIS RESULTS BY PLM

APPENDIX B

LEAD PAINT BULK SAMPLE ANALYSIS RESULTS

APPENDIX C

SAMPLE LOCATION DRAWING

APPENDIX D

PHOTO LOG

ACM Photo Log

VMAC - Building 6, 1st Floor Bedford, Massachusetts

Photograph 1: At North Center Stairs – (ACM) Pipe Insulation Debris.

Photograph 2: Wall Chase – (ACM) Pipe Insulation Debris.

Pipe Insulation Debris

Sample # 25 A-C Pipe Insulation Debris

Photograph 3: North – Center.

Photograph 4: South – Center.

Sample # 14 A &15 A 12” x 12” Off White Floor Tile and Associated Black

Mastic

Sample # 14 B & 15 B 12” x 12” Off White Floor Tile and Associated Black

Mastic

Photograph 5: Center Wing – (ACM) 12” x 12” Off White Floor Tile and Associated Black Mastic.

Photograph 6: Perimeter Masonry Walls– (Non ACM) Black Waterproofing Mastic.

12” x 12” Off White Floor Tile and Associated Black

Mastic

Photograph 7: Northeast Wing.

Photograph 8: Northwest Wing.

Sample #’s 11A, B &12A, B 9” x 9” Gray Floor Tile and Associated Black Mastic

Sample #’s 09A, B &10A, B 9” x 9” Dark Brown Floor Tile and Associated Black Mastic

Photograph 9: South Wing – Pipe Insulation & Associated Fittings.

Photograph 10: Southeast Wing.

Sample #’s 24A-C Pipe Fitting Insulation

Photograph 11: Southwest Wing.

Timberlyn

APPENDIX E

ASBESTOS INSPECTOR CERTIFICATE