623B4 and 625B Building 3 Entryway and Building 6 Room B59.pdf

August 2, 2024

Mr. Daniel Gardner

Veteran’s Affairs Western New York Healthcare System

3495 Bailey Avenue

Buffalo, NY 14215

RE: VAMC Buffalo – Building 1 Rooms 623B4 and 625B, Building 3 Entryway and Building 6 Room B59

Targeted Asbestos Sampling Letter Report

VA Purchase Order Number P4W960

Watts’ Project Number 20240556

Dear Mr. Gardner:

Watts Architects & Engineers (Watts) was retained by the Veteran’s Affairs Western New York Healthcare

System (VA) to conduct targeted asbestos testing for asbestos-containing materials (ACM) in Rooms 623B4 and 625B in Building 1, the Building 3 Entryway and Room B59 in Building 6 at the Buffalo VA Medical

Center (VAMC) located at 3495 Bailey Avenue in Buffalo, NY.

The purpose of this testing was to determine the presence and location of ACM that may be disturbed as a result of planned renovations. This letter report contains the results of our investigation.

Field work was conducted on July 23, 2024 and included the following:

• Visual site observations to identify suspect ACM as directed by Buffalo VAMC personnel.

• Collection and laboratory analysis of bulk samples for asbestos content.

• Documentation of sample locations on the bulk sample chain-of-custody forms; and

• Photographs.

ASBESTOS-CONTAINING MATERIALS

The inspection included the collection and analysis of sixty-one (61) bulk samples to represent twenty-six

(26) suspect materials. ACM is defined as any material containing more than one percent (1.0%) of asbestos.

The following materials were sampled by Watts as part of this investigation and were determined to be ACM:

• Duplex pipe insulation and associated mudded joint fittings and debris – Approximately fifty (50) linear feet of asbestos-containing pipe insulation and associated mudded joint fittings and debris were observed above the plaster ceiling and soffit associated with 2 domestic plumbing lines in

Room 625B. The pipe insulation, mudded joint fittings and debris are considered friable, and were observed to be in poor condition. The associated 330 square foot plaster ceiling is considered to be asbestos-contaminated by the debris, and therefore should only be removed by a New York State licensed Asbestos Abatement Contractor.

• Beige mottled 12” x 12” floor tile – Approximately 330 square feet of asbestos-containing floor tile was observed beneath carpeting in Room 623B4 and approximately 330 square feet was observed beneath carpeting in Room 625B. The floor tile is considered non-friable and was observed to be in good condition in both rooms. In both rooms the associated black floor tile mastic was non-asbestos-containing. As the floor tile was observed sticking to the carpeting, carpet removal in both rooms should be completed by a New York State licensed Asbestos Abatement Contractor.

VAMC Buffalo – Building 1 Rooms 623B4 and 625B, Building 3 Entryway and Building 6 Room B59 Targeted Asbestos Sampling Letter Report

VA Purchase Order Number P4W960 Watts’ Project Number 20240556

NON-ASBESTOS-CONTAINING MATERIALS

The following materials have been tested by Watts and are not ACM:

• Black floor tile mastic (Room 623B4).

• Wall drywall (Room 623B4).

• Wall drywall, joint compound (Room 623B4).

• Wall plaster, skim coating (Room 623B4).

• Wall plaster, base coating (Room 623B4).

• Yellow carpet mastic (Room 623B4).

• Tan cove base mastic (Room 623B4).

• 6” gray cove base (Room 623B4).

• Black floor tile mastic (Room 625B).

• Wall drywall (Room 625B).

• Wall drywall, joint compound (625B).

• Wall plaster, skim coating (Room 625B).

• Wall plaster, base coating (Room 625).

• Yellow carpet mastic (Room 625).

• Tan cove base mastic (Room 625B).

• 6” gray cove base (Room 625B).

• Ceiling and soffit, plaster skim coating (Room 625B).

• Ceiling and soffit, plaster base coating (Room 625B).

• Mudded joint fittings (Room B59).

• Wall plaster, skim coating (Building 3 Entryway).

• Wall plaster, base coating (Building 3 Entryway).

• Yellow carpet mastic (Building 3 Entryway).

• 6” gray cove base (Building 3 Entryway).

• Tan cove base mastic (Building 3 Entryway).

The following table includes information on all suspect ACM sampled, including, the homogeneous materials identified, their corresponding sample numbers, analytical results and whether or not they are ACM. Bold, italicized and shaded materials are asbestos-containing.

Material

Description Type

Sample

Number

Results (% Asbestos) ACM

PLM TEM Y/N

Room 623B4

Description Type

Sample

Number

Results (% Asbestos) ACM

PLM TEM Y/N

Black Floor Tile

Mastic M

240556-01

240556-02

NAD

NAD

NAD

NAD

N

Beige Mottled

12” x 12” Floor Tile M

240556-03

240556-04

8.1% Chrysotile

NA/PS

NA

NA

Y

Wall Drywall M 240556-05

240556-06

NAD

NAD

NA

NA

N

Wall Drywall, Joint Compound M

240556-07

240556-08

NAD

NAD

NA

NA

N

Wall Plaster, Skim Coating S

240556-09

240556-10

240556-11

NAD

NAD

NAD

NA

NA

NA

N

Wall Plaster, Base Coating S

240556-12

240556-13

240556-14

NAD

NAD

NAD

NA

NA

NA

N

Yellow Carpet Mastic M 240556-15

240556-16

NAD

NAD

NAD

NAD

N

Tan Cove Base

Mastic M

240556-17

240556-18

NAD

NAD

NAD

NAD

N

6” Gray Cove Base M 240556-19

240556-20

NAD

NAD

NAD

NAD

N

Room 625B

Black Floor Tile

Mastic M

240556-21

240556-22

NAD

NAD

Trace Chrysotile

Trace Chrysotile N

Beige Mottled

12” x 12” Floor Tile M

240556-23

240556-24

2.3% Chrysotile

NA/PS

NA

NA

Y

Wall Drywall M 240556-25

240556-26

NAD

NAD

NA

NA

N

Description Type

Sample

Number

Results (% Asbestos) ACM

PLM TEM Y/N

Wall Drywall, Joint Compound M

240556-27

240556-28

NAD

NAD

NA

NA

N

Wall Plaster, Skim Coating S

240556-29

240556-30

240556-31

NAD

NAD

NAD

NA

NA

NA

N

Wall Plaster, Base Coating S

240556-32

240556-33

240556-34

NAD

NAD

NAD

NA

NA

NA

N

Yellow Carpet Mastic M 240556-35

240556-36

NAD

NAD

NAD

NAD

N

Tan Cove Base

Mastic M

240556-37

240556-38

NAD

NAD

NAD

NAD

N

6” Gray Cove Base M 240556-39

240556-40

NAD

NAD

NAD

NAD

N

Ceiling Plaster, Skim Coating S

240556-41

240556-42

240556-43

NAD

NAD

NAD

NA

NA

NA

N

Ceiling Plaster, Base Coating S

240556-44

240556-45

240556-46

NAD

NAD

NAD

NA

NA

NA

N

Room B59

Mudded Joint Fitting

Associated with Wall

Mounted HVAC

Equipment

T

240556-47

240556-48

240556-49

NAD

NAD

NAD

NA

NA

NA

N

Building 3, Entryway

Description Type

Sample

Number

Results (% Asbestos) ACM

PLM TEM Y/N

Wall Plaster, Skim Coating S

240556-50

240556-51

240556-52

NAD

NAD

NAD

NA

NA

NA

N

Wall Plaster, Base Coating S

240556-53

240556-54

240556-55

NAD

NAD

NAD

NA

NA

NA

N

Yellow Carpet Mastic M 240556-56

240556-57

NAD

NAD

NAD

NAD

N

Tan Cove Base

Mastic M

240556-58

240556-59

NAD

NAD

NAD

NAD

N

Gray 6” Cove Base M 240556-60

240556-61

NAD

NAD

NAD

NAD

N

NAD = No Asbestos Detected Y = Yes S = Surfacing

NA = Not Analyzed N = No M = Miscellaneous

NA/PS = Not Analyzed/Positive Stop T = Thermal System Insulation

A NYSDOL-certified asbestos inspector from Watts collected bulk samples of all suspect materials that were identified that might be disturbed by the work as described by VA personnel. Bulk samples were collected using simple hand tools from each matrix identified as a suspect ACM. Bulk samples were delivered with the chain-of-custody forms to AmeriSci Richmond (AmeriSci), located in Midlothian, Virginia. AmeriSci is a New

York State accredited laboratory that participates in the Environmental Laboratory Approval Program (ELAP) as well as the National Voluntary Laboratory Accreditation Program (NVLAP). The non-friable organically bound (NOB) materials underwent gravimetric reduction prior to being analyzed by Polarized Light

Microscopy (PLM) Method 198.6. In addition, if NOB samples were negative by PLM, they were further analyzed by Transmission Electron Microscopy (TEM) Method 198.4. The friable materials were analyzed by

PLM Method 198.1.

OBSERVATIONS

Watts completed this investigation and associated bulk sampling in accordance with the proposed renovation scope of work provided by the VA. If the scope of work for the proposed renovations changes, and any of the materials not sampled as part of this investigation will be disturbed, they should be sampled or assumed to be asbestos-containing.

Within Room 623B4, only floor and wall finishes were sampled as part of this investigation. The suspended ceiling and any materials above it are not expected to be impacted by the proposed renovations and therefore were not sampled. Beneath the existing carpeting, asbestos-containing beige 12” x 12” mottled floor tile was observed.

Within Room 625B, all floor, wall, and ceiling finishes were requested for sampling as part of this investigation. An access hatch to the soffit portion of the ceiling allowed for observations above the soffit and ceiling. A domestic hot water line and a domestic cold water line were observed above the soffit. Each line was observed to be insulated with Duplex pipe insulation, a known asbestos-containing material. The insulation was observed to be in poor condition and debris was observed on top of both the plaster soffit and ceiling.

Within Room B59, only the pipe fitting insulation associated with the two fan units on the east wall were requested for sampling as part of this investigation. The pipe fittings were observed to be in good condition.

Within the Building 3 Vestibule, only the floor and wall finishes were requested for sampling. The ceiling finishes were not sampled as part of this investigation. The non-asbestos-containing floor tiles and associated mastic observed at the stair treads and risers were previously sampled by Watts in January

2023 as part of PO P3V455.

Photographs, laboratory report, chain-of-custody form, laboratory accreditations and Watts’ license and personnel certifications are attached. Should you have any questions or need additional information, please contact me at (716) 207-2313.

Sincerely, WATTS ARCHITECTS & ENGINEERS

Randall Bauer

Environmental Consultant

Buffalo VAMC

Building 1 Rooms 623B4 and 625B, Building 3 Entryway and Building 6 Room B59

Photographs Taken July 23, 2024

Photo 1 – Building 1, Room 623B4 – View of the room and carpet that is planned to be removed as part of the upcoming renovation.

Photo 2 – Building 1, Room 623B4 – View of the asbestos-containing 12” x 12” beige mottled floor tile underneath carpet. The associated black floor tile mastic is non-asbestos-containing.

Photo 3 – Building 1, Room 625B – View of room and flooring planned for replacement.

Photo 4 – Building 1, Room 625B – View of the asbestos-containing 12” x 12” beige mottled floor tile underneath carpet. The associated black floor tile mastic is non-asbestos-containing.

Photo 5 – Building 1, Room 625B – View of asbestos-containing Duplex pipe insulation and mudded joint fittings above the plaster soffit.

Photo 6 – Building 1, Room 625B – View of asbestos-containing pipe insulation debris observed on top of plaster ceiling.

Photo 7 – Building 6, Room B59 – View of non-asbestos-containing mudded joint fittings associated with fan units in the

Carpenter Shop.

Photo 8 – Building 3, Vestibule – View of staircase in the Building 3 Entryway. No ACM was identified in the flooring materials.

AmeriSci Richmond

13635 GENITO ROAD

MIDLOTHIAN, VIRGINIA 23112

TEL: (804) 763-1200 • FAX: (804) 763-1800

07/24/24 AmeriSci Job # 124071907 07/31/24

ELAP # 10984 1 13

20240556; Buffalo VAMC Various Renovations; Bldgs 1, 3 & 6 / Rooms 623B4, 625B, B59 And Bldg 3 Entry

PLM Bulk Asbestos Report Date Received Date Examined

RE:

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P.O. # Watts Architecture & Engineers

95 Perry Street Suite 300 Buffalo, NY 14203

Attn: Randy Bauer

Asbestos Present Total % AsbestosClient No. / HGA Lab No.

Location:

Analyst Description:

Asbestos Types:

Other Material:

No240556-01 124071907-01 NAD Black Floor Tile Mastic; Room 623B41

Black, Heterogeneous, Non-Fibrous, Bulk Material

Non-Asbestos 14%

(NOB by NYS ELAP 198.6) by Tou Si Anothay on 07/31/24

Comment: Heat Sensitive (organic): 81.4%; Acid Soluble (inorganic): 3.8%; Inert (Non-asbestos): 14.8%

Location:

Analyst Description:

Asbestos Types:

Other Material:

No240556-02 124071907-02 NAD Black Floor Tile Mastic; Room 623B41

Black, Heterogeneous, Non-Fibrous, Bulk Material

Non-Asbestos 12%

(NOB by NYS ELAP 198.6) by Tou Si Anothay on 07/31/24

Comment: Heat Sensitive (organic): 85.5%; Acid Soluble (inorganic): 2.4%; Inert (Non-asbestos): 12.1%

Location:

Analyst Description:

Asbestos Types:

Other Material:

Yes240556-03 124071907-03 8.1% Beige Mottled 12"x12" Floor Tile; Room 623B42

Beige, Heterogeneous, Non-Fibrous, Bulk Material Chrysotile 8.1% Non-Asbestos 38%

(NOB by NYS ELAP 198.6) by Tou Si Anothay on 07/31/24

Comment: Heat Sensitive (organic): 24.9%; Acid Soluble (inorganic): 28.6%; Inert (Non-asbestos): 38.4%

Location:

Analyst Description:

Asbestos Types:

Other Material:

240556-04 124071907-04 NA/PS

Beige Mottled 12"x12" Floor Tile; Room 623B42

Bulk Material

Comment: Heat Sensitive (organic): 24.3%; Acid Soluble (inorganic): 27.0%; Inert (Non-asbestos): 48.7%

See Reporting notes on last page

AmeriSci Job #: 124071907 Page 2 of 13

20240556; Buffalo VAMC Various Renovations; Bldgs 1, 3 & 6 / Rooms 623B4, 625B, B59 And Bldg 3 Entry

PLM Bulk Asbestos Report Client Name: Watts Architecture & Engineers

Asbestos Present Total % AsbestosClient No. / HGA Lab No.

Location:

Analyst Description:

Asbestos Types:

Other Material:

No240556-05 124071907-05 NAD Wall Drywall; Room 623B43

Lt. Grey, Heterogeneous, Non-Fibrous, Bulk Material

Non-fibrous 100%

(by NYS ELAP 198.1) by Tou Si Anothay on 07/31/24

Location:

Analyst Description:

Asbestos Types:

Other Material:

No240556-06 124071907-06 NAD Wall Drywall; Room 623B43

Lt. Grey, Heterogeneous, Non-Fibrous, Bulk Material

Non-fibrous 100%

(by NYS ELAP 198.1) by Tou Si Anothay on 07/31/24

Location:

Analyst Description:

Asbestos Types:

Other Material:

No240556-07 124071907-07 NAD Wall Drywall, Joint Compound; Room 623B44

White, Heterogeneous, Non-Fibrous, Bulk Material

Non-fibrous 100%

(by NYS ELAP 198.1) by Tou Si Anothay on 07/31/24

Location:

Analyst Description:

Asbestos Types:

Other Material:

No240556-08 124071907-08 NAD Wall Drywall, Joint Compound; Room 623B44

White, Heterogeneous, Non-Fibrous, Bulk Material

Non-fibrous 100%

(by NYS ELAP 198.1) by Tou Si Anothay on 07/31/24

Location:

Analyst Description:

Asbestos Types:

Other Material:

No240556-09 124071907-09 NAD Wall Plaster, Skim Coating; Room 623B45

White, Heterogeneous, Non-Fibrous, Bulk Material

Non-fibrous 100%

(by NYS ELAP 198.1) by Tou Si Anothay on 07/31/24

Location:

Analyst Description:

Asbestos Types:

Other Material:

No240556-10 124071907-10 NAD Wall Plaster, Skim Coating; Room 623B45

White, Heterogeneous, Non-Fibrous, Bulk Material

Non-fibrous 100%

(by NYS ELAP 198.1) by Tou Si Anothay on 07/31/24

AmeriSci Job #: 124071907 Page 3 of 13

Rooms 623B4, 625B, B59 And Bldg 3 Entry

PLM Bulk Asbestos Report Client Name: Watts Architecture & Engineers

Asbestos Present Total % AsbestosClient No. / HGA Lab No.

Location:

Analyst Description:

Asbestos Types:

Other Material:

No240556-11 124071907-11 NAD Wall Plaster, Skim Coating; Room 623B45

White, Heterogeneous, Non-Fibrous, Bulk Material

Non-fibrous 100%

(by NYS ELAP 198.1) by Tou Si Anothay on 07/31/24

Location:

Analyst Description:

Asbestos Types:

Other Material:

No240556-12 124071907-12 NAD Wall Plaster, Base Coating; Room 623B46

Gray, Heterogeneous, Non-Fibrous, Bulk Material

Non-fibrous 100%

(by NYS ELAP 198.1) by Tou Si Anothay on 07/31/24

Location:

Analyst Description:

Asbestos Types:

Other Material:

No240556-13 124071907-13 NAD Wall Plaster, Base Coating; Room 623B46

Gray, Heterogeneous, Non-Fibrous, Bulk Material

Non-fibrous 100%

(by NYS ELAP 198.1) by Tou Si Anothay on 07/31/24

Location:

Analyst Description:

Asbestos Types:

Other Material:

No240556-14 124071907-14 NAD Wall Plaster, Base Coating; Room 623B46

Gray, Heterogeneous, Non-Fibrous, Bulk Material

Non-fibrous 100%

(by NYS ELAP 198.1) by Tou Si Anothay on 07/31/24

Location:

Analyst Description:

Asbestos Types:

Other Material:

No240556-15 124071907-15 NAD Yellow Carpet Mastic; Room 623B47

Yellow, Heterogeneous, Non-Fibrous, Bulk Material

Non-Asbestos 45%

(NOB by NYS ELAP 198.6) by Tou Si Anothay on 07/31/24

Comment: Heat Sensitive (organic): 45.1%; Acid Soluble (inorganic): 9.2%; Inert (Non-asbestos): 45.7%

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Rooms 623B4, 625B, B59 And Bldg 3 Entry

PLM Bulk Asbestos Report Client Name: Watts Architecture & Engineers

Asbestos Present Total % AsbestosClient No. / HGA Lab No.

Location:

Analyst Description:

Asbestos Types:

Other Material:

No240556-16 124071907-16 NAD Yellow Carpet Mastic; Room 623B47

Yellow, Heterogeneous, Non-Fibrous, Bulk Material

Non-Asbestos 46%

(NOB by NYS ELAP 198.6) by Tou Si Anothay on 07/31/24

Comment: Heat Sensitive (organic): 44.6%; Acid Soluble (inorganic): 8.9%; Inert (Non-asbestos): 46.5%

Location:

Analyst Description:

Asbestos Types:

Other Material:

No240556-17 124071907-17 NAD Tan Cove Base Mastic; Room 623B48

Tan, Heterogeneous, Non-Fibrous, Bulk Material

Non-Asbestos 34%

(NOB by NYS ELAP 198.6) by Tou Si Anothay on 07/31/24

Comment: Heat Sensitive (organic): 44.6%; Acid Soluble (inorganic): 21.4%; Inert (Non-asbestos): 34.0%

Location:

Analyst Description:

Asbestos Types:

Other Material:

No240556-18 124071907-18 NAD Tan Cove Base Mastic; Room 623B48

Tan, Heterogeneous, Non-Fibrous, Bulk Material

Non-Asbestos 35%

(NOB by NYS ELAP 198.6) by Tou Si Anothay on 07/31/24

Comment: Heat Sensitive (organic): 44.7%; Acid Soluble (inorganic): 19.9%; Inert (Non-asbestos): 35.4%

Location:

Analyst Description:

Asbestos Types:

Other Material:

No240556-19 124071907-19 NAD 6" Gray Cove Base; Room 623B49

Grey, Heterogeneous, Non-Fibrous, Bulk Material

Non-Asbestos 13%

(NOB by NYS ELAP 198.6) by Tou Si Anothay on 07/31/24

Comment: Heat Sensitive (organic): 52.9%; Acid Soluble (inorganic): 33.7%; Inert (Non-asbestos): 13.4%

Location:

Analyst Description:

Asbestos Types:

Other Material:

No240556-20 124071907-20 NAD 6" Gray Cove Base; Room 623B49

Grey, Heterogeneous, Non-Fibrous, Bulk Material

Non-Asbestos 2.0%

(NOB by NYS ELAP 198.6) by Tou Si Anothay on 07/31/24

Comment: Heat Sensitive (organic): 52.8%; Acid Soluble (inorganic): 45.2%; Inert (Non-asbestos): 2.0%

AmeriSci Job #: 124071907 Page 5 of 13

Rooms 623B4, 625B, B59 And Bldg 3 Entry

PLM Bulk Asbestos Report Client Name: Watts Architecture & Engineers

Asbestos Present Total % AsbestosClient No. / HGA Lab No.

Location:

Analyst Description:

Asbestos Types:

Other Material:

No240556-21 124071907-21 NAD Black Floor Tile Mastic; Room 625B10

Black, Heterogeneous, Non-Fibrous, Bulk Material

Non-Asbestos 6.9%

(NOB by NYS ELAP 198.6) by Tou Si Anothay on 07/31/24

Comment: Heat Sensitive (organic): 85.3%; Acid Soluble (inorganic): 7.8%; Inert (Non-asbestos): 6.9%

Location:

Analyst Description:

Asbestos Types:

Other Material:

No240556-22 124071907-22 NAD Black Floor Tile Mastic; Room 625B10

Black, Heterogeneous, Non-Fibrous, Bulk Material

Non-Asbestos 7.1%

(NOB by NYS ELAP 198.6) by Tou Si Anothay on 07/31/24

Comment: Heat Sensitive (organic): 86.4%; Acid Soluble (inorganic): 6.5%; Inert (Non-asbestos): 7.1%

Location:

Analyst Description:

Asbestos Types:

Other Material:

Yes240556-23 124071907-23 2.3% Beige Mottled 12"x12" Floor Tile; Room 625B11

Beige, Heterogeneous, Non-Fibrous, Bulk Material Chrysotile 2.3% Non-Asbestos 44%

(NOB by EPA 600/M4-82-020) by Tou Si Anothay on 07/31/24

Comment: Heat Sensitive (organic): 24.1%; Acid Soluble (inorganic): 29.3%; Inert (Non-asbestos): 44.2%

Location:

Analyst Description:

Asbestos Types:

Other Material:

240556-24 124071907-24 NA/PS

Beige Mottled 12"x12" Floor Tile; Room 625B11

Bulk Material

Comment: Heat Sensitive (organic): 24.9%; Acid Soluble (inorganic): 37.1%; Inert (Non-asbestos): 38.0%

Location:

Analyst Description:

Asbestos Types:

Other Material:

No240556-25 124071907-25 NAD Wall Drywall; Room 625B12

Lt. Grey, Heterogeneous, Non-Fibrous, Bulk Material

Non-fibrous 100%

(by NYS ELAP 198.1) by Tou Si Anothay

AmeriSci Job #: 124071907 Page 6 of 13

Rooms 623B4, 625B, B59 And Bldg 3 Entry

PLM Bulk Asbestos Report Client Name: Watts Architecture & Engineers

Asbestos Present Total % AsbestosClient No. / HGA Lab No.

Location:

Analyst Description:

Asbestos Types:

Other Material:

No240556-26 124071907-26 NAD Wall Drywall; Room 625B12

Lt. Grey, Heterogeneous, Non-Fibrous, Bulk Material

Non-fibrous 100%

(by NYS ELAP 198.1) by Tou Si Anothay on 07/31/24

Location:

Analyst Description:

Asbestos Types:

Other Material:

No240556-27 124071907-27 NAD Wall Drywall, Joint Compound; Room 625B13

White, Heterogeneous, Non-Fibrous, Bulk Material

Non-fibrous 100%

(by NYS ELAP 198.1) by Tou Si Anothay on 07/31/24

Location:

Analyst Description:

Asbestos Types:

Other Material:

No240556-28 124071907-28 NAD Wall Drywall, Joint Compound; Room 625B13

White, Heterogeneous, Non-Fibrous, Bulk Material

Non-fibrous 100%

(by NYS ELAP 198.1) by Tou Si Anothay on 07/31/24

Location:

Analyst Description:

Asbestos Types:

Other Material:

No240556-29 124071907-29 NAD Wall Plaster, Skim Coating; Room 625B14

White, Heterogeneous, Non-Fibrous, Bulk Material

Non-fibrous 100%

(by NYS ELAP 198.1) by Tou Si Anothay on 07/31/24

Location:

Analyst Description:

Asbestos Types:

Other Material:

No240556-30 124071907-30 NAD Wall Plaster, Skim Coating; Room 625B14

White, Heterogeneous, Non-Fibrous, Bulk Material

Non-fibrous 100%

(by NYS ELAP 198.1) by Tou Si Anothay on 07/31/24

Location:

Analyst Description:

Asbestos Types:

Other Material:

No240556-31 124071907-31 NAD Wall Plaster, Skim Coating; Room 625B14

White, Heterogeneous, Non-Fibrous, Bulk Material

Non-fibrous 100%

(by NYS ELAP 198.1) by Tou Si Anothay

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Rooms 623B4, 625B, B59 And Bldg 3 Entry

PLM Bulk Asbestos Report Client Name: Watts Architecture & Engineers

Asbestos Present Total % AsbestosClient No. / HGA Lab No.

Location:

Analyst Description:

Asbestos Types:

Other Material:

No240556-32 124071907-32 NAD Wall Plaster, Base Coating; Room 625B15

Gray, Heterogeneous, Non-Fibrous, Cementitious, Bulk Material

Non-fibrous 100%

(by NYS ELAP 198.1) by Tou Si Anothay on 07/31/24

Location:

Analyst Description:

Asbestos Types:

Other Material:

No240556-33 124071907-33 NAD Wall Plaster, Base Coating; Room 625B15

Gray, Heterogeneous, Non-Fibrous, Cementitious, Bulk Material

Non-fibrous 100%

(by NYS ELAP 198.1) by Tou Si Anothay on 07/31/24

Location:

Analyst Description:

Asbestos Types:

Other Material:

No240556-34 124071907-34 NAD Wall Plaster, Base Coating; Room 625B15

Gray, Heterogeneous, Non-Fibrous, Cementitious, Bulk Material

Non-fibrous 100%

(by NYS ELAP 198.1) by Tou Si Anothay on 07/31/24

Location:

Analyst Description:

Asbestos Types:

Other Material:

No240556-35 124071907-35 NAD Yellow Carpet Mastic; Room 625B16

Yellow, Heterogeneous, Non-Fibrous, Bulk Material

Non-Asbestos 21%

(NOB by NYS ELAP 198.6) by Tou Si Anothay on 07/31/24

Comment: Heat Sensitive (organic): 37.1%; Acid Soluble (inorganic): 41.7%; Inert (Non-asbestos): 21.2%

Location:

Analyst Description:

Asbestos Types:

Other Material:

No240556-36 124071907-36 NAD Yellow Carpet Mastic; Room 625B16

Yellow, Heterogeneous, Non-Fibrous, Bulk Material

Non-Asbestos 16%

(NOB by NYS ELAP 198.6) by Tou Si Anothay on 07/31/24

Comment: Heat Sensitive (organic): 35.1%; Acid Soluble (inorganic): 48.6%; Inert (Non-asbestos): 16.3%

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Rooms 623B4, 625B, B59 And Bldg 3 Entry

PLM Bulk Asbestos Report Client Name: Watts Architecture & Engineers

Asbestos Present Total % AsbestosClient No. / HGA Lab No.

Location:

Analyst Description:

Asbestos Types:

Other Material:

No240556-37 124071907-37 NAD Tan Cove Base Mastic; Room 625B17

Tan, Heterogeneous, Non-Fibrous, Bulk Material

Non-Asbestos 8.3%

(NOB by NYS ELAP 198.6) by Tou Si Anothay on 07/31/24

Comment: Heat Sensitive (organic): 37.9%; Acid Soluble (inorganic): 53.8%; Inert (Non-asbestos): 8.3%

Location:

Analyst Description:

Asbestos Types:

Other Material:

No240556-38 124071907-38 NAD Tan Cove Base Mastic; Room 625B17

Tan, Heterogeneous, Non-Fibrous, Bulk Material

Non-Asbestos 28%

(NOB by NYS ELAP 198.6) by Tou Si Anothay on 07/31/24

Comment: Heat Sensitive (organic): 43.5%; Acid Soluble (inorganic): 27.8%; Inert (Non-asbestos): 28.7%

Location:

Analyst Description:

Asbestos Types:

Other Material:

No240556-39 124071907-39 NAD 6" Gray Cove Base; Room 625B18

Grey, Heterogeneous, Non-Fibrous, Bulk Material

Non-Asbestos 29%

(NOB by NYS ELAP 198.6) by Tou Si Anothay on 07/31/24

Comment: Heat Sensitive (organic): 52.1%; Acid Soluble (inorganic): 18.8%; Inert (Non-asbestos): 29.1%

Location:

Analyst Description:

Asbestos Types:

Other Material:

No240556-40 124071907-40 NAD 6" Gray Cove Base; Room 625B18

Grey, Heterogeneous, Non-Fibrous, Bulk Material

Non-Asbestos 8.7%

(NOB by NYS ELAP 198.6) by Tou Si Anothay on 07/31/24

Comment: Heat Sensitive (organic): 51.6%; Acid Soluble (inorganic): 39.7%; Inert (Non-asbestos): 8.7%

Location:

Analyst Description:

Asbestos Types:

Other Material:

No240556-41 124071907-41 NAD Ceiling Plaster, Skim Coating; Room 625B At Soffit19

Gray, Heterogeneous, Non-Fibrous, Cementitious, Base Coat (Plaster)

Non-fibrous 100%

(by NYS ELAP 198.1) by Tou Si Anothay on 07/31/24

Comment: Sample Apper to be Base Coat

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Rooms 623B4, 625B, B59 And Bldg 3 Entry

PLM Bulk Asbestos Report Client Name: Watts Architecture & Engineers

Asbestos Present Total % AsbestosClient No. / HGA Lab No.

Location:

Analyst Description:

Asbestos Types:

Other Material:

No240556-42 124071907-42 NAD Ceiling Plaster, Skim Coating; Room 625B At Ceiling19

Gray, Heterogeneous, Non-Fibrous, Cementitious, Base Coat (Plaster)

Cellulose 100%

(by NYS ELAP 198.1) by Tou Si Anothay on 07/31/24

Comment: Sample Appear to be Base Coat

Location:

Analyst Description:

Asbestos Types:

Other Material:

No240556-43 124071907-43 NAD Ceiling Plaster, Skim Coating; Room 625B At Ceiling19

Gray, Heterogeneous, Non-Fibrous, Cementitious, Base Coat (Plaster)

Non-fibrous 100%

(by NYS ELAP 198.1) by Tou Si Anothay on 07/31/24

Comment: Sample Appear to be Base Coat

Location:

Analyst Description:

Asbestos Types:

Other Material:

No240556-44 124071907-44 NAD Ceiling Plaster, Base Coating; Room 625B At Soffit20

White, Heterogeneous, Non-Fibrous, Skim Coat (Plaster)

Non-fibrous 100%

(by NYS ELAP 198.1) by Tou Si Anothay on 07/31/24

Comment: Sample Appear to be Skim Coat

Location:

Analyst Description:

Asbestos Types:

Other Material:

No240556-45 124071907-45 NAD Ceiling Plaster, Base Coating; Room 625B At Ceiling20

White, Heterogeneous, Non-Fibrous, Skim Coat (Plaster)

Non-fibrous 100%

(by NYS ELAP 198.1) by Tou Si Anothay on 07/31/24

Comment: Sample Appear to be Skim Coat

Location:

Analyst Description:

Asbestos Types:

Other Material:

No240556-46 124071907-46 NAD Ceiling Plaster, Base Coating; Room 625B At Ceiling20

White, Heterogeneous, Non-Fibrous, Skim Coat (Plaster)

Non-fibrous 100%

(by NYS ELAP 198.1) by Tou Si Anothay on 07/31/24

Comment: Sample Appear to be Skim Coat

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Rooms 623B4, 625B, B59 And Bldg 3 Entry

PLM Bulk Asbestos Report Client Name: Watts Architecture & Engineers

Asbestos Present Total % AsbestosClient No. / HGA Lab No.

Location:

Analyst Description:

Asbestos Types:

Other Material:

No240556-47 124071907-47 NAD Mudded Joint Fitting; Room B59 Associated With Wall-Mounted HVAC Equipment

Gray, Heterogeneous, Fibrous, Bulk Material

Fibrous glass 15%, Non-fibrous 85%

(by NYS ELAP 198.1) by Tou Si Anothay on 07/31/24

Location:

Analyst Description:

Asbestos Types:

Other Material:

No240556-48 124071907-48 NAD Mudded Joint Fitting; Room B59 Associated With Wall-Mounted HVAC Equipment

Gray, Heterogeneous, Fibrous, Bulk Material

Fibrous glass 15%, Non-fibrous 85%

(by NYS ELAP 198.1) by Tou Si Anothay on 07/31/24

Location:

Analyst Description:

Asbestos Types:

Other Material:

No240556-49 124071907-49 NAD Mudded Joint Fitting; Room B59 Associated With Wall-Mounted HVAC Equipment

Gray, Heterogeneous, Fibrous, Bulk Material

Fibrous glass 15%, Non-fibrous 85%

(by NYS ELAP 198.1) by Tou Si Anothay on 07/31/24

Location:

Analyst Description:

Asbestos Types:

Other Material:

No240556-50 124071907-50 NAD Wall Plaster, Skim Coating; Bldg 3 Entry Hallway22

White, Heterogeneous, Non-Fibrous, Bulk Material

Non-fibrous 100%

(by NYS ELAP 198.1) by Tou Si Anothay on 07/31/24

Location:

Analyst Description:

Asbestos Types:

Other Material:

No240556-51 124071907-51 NAD Wall Plaster, Skim Coating; Bldg 3 Entry Hallway22

White, Heterogeneous, Non-Fibrous, Bulk Material

Non-fibrous 100%

(by NYS ELAP 198.1) by Tou Si Anothay on 07/31/24

Location:

Analyst Description:

Asbestos Types:

Other Material:

No240556-52 124071907-52 NAD Wall Plaster, Skim Coating; Bldg 3 Entry Hallway22

White, Heterogeneous, Non-Fibrous, Bulk Material

Non-fibrous 100%

(by NYS ELAP 198.1) by Tou Si Anothay

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Rooms 623B4, 625B, B59 And Bldg 3 Entry

PLM Bulk Asbestos Report Client Name: Watts Architecture & Engineers

Asbestos Present Total % AsbestosClient No. / HGA Lab No.

Location:

Analyst Description:

Asbestos Types:

Other Material:

No240556-53 124071907-53 NAD Wall Plaster, Base Coating; Bldg 3 Entry Hallway23

Gray, Heterogeneous, Non-Fibrous, Cementitious, Bulk Material

Non-fibrous 100%

(by NYS ELAP 198.1) by Tou Si Anothay on 07/31/24

Location:

Analyst Description:

Asbestos Types:

Other Material:

No240556-54 124071907-54 NAD Wall Plaster, Base Coating; Bldg 3 Entry Hallway23

Gray, Heterogeneous, Non-Fibrous, Cementitious, Bulk Material

Non-fibrous 100%

(by NYS ELAP 198.1) by Tou Si Anothay on 07/31/24

Location:

Analyst Description:

Asbestos Types:

Other Material:

No240556-55 124071907-55 NAD Wall Plaster, Base Coating; Bldg 3 Entry Hallway23

Gray, Heterogeneous, Non-Fibrous, Cementitious, Bulk Material

Non-fibrous 100%

(by NYS ELAP 198.1) by Tou Si Anothay on 07/31/24

Location:

Analyst Description:

Asbestos Types:

Other Material:

No240556-56 124071907-56 NAD Yellow Carpet Mastic; Bldg 3 Entry Hallway24

Yellow, Heterogeneous, Non-Fibrous, Bulk Material

Non-Asbestos 43%

(NOB by NYS ELAP 198.6) by Tou Si Anothay on 07/31/24

Comment: Heat Sensitive (organic): 50.4%; Acid Soluble (inorganic): 6.4%; Inert (Non-asbestos): 43.2%

Location:

Analyst Description:

Asbestos Types:

Other Material:

No240556-57 124071907-57 NAD Yellow Carpet Mastic; Bldg 3 Entry Hallway24

Yellow, Heterogeneous, Non-Fibrous, Bulk Material

Non-Asbestos 42%

(NOB by NYS ELAP 198.6) by Tou Si Anothay on 07/31/24

Comment: Heat Sensitive (organic): 51.1%; Acid Soluble (inorganic): 6.2%; Inert (Non-asbestos): 42.7%

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Rooms 623B4, 625B, B59 And Bldg 3 Entry

PLM Bulk Asbestos Report Client Name: Watts Architecture & Engineers

Asbestos Present Total % AsbestosClient No. / HGA Lab No.

Location:

Analyst Description:

Asbestos Types:

Other Material:

No240556-58 124071907-58 NAD Tan Cove Base Mastic; Bldg 3 Entry Hallway25

Tan, Heterogeneous, Non-Fibrous, Bulk Material

Non-Asbestos 43%

(NOB by NYS ELAP 198.6) by Tou Si Anothay on 07/31/24

Comment: Heat Sensitive (organic): 39.0%; Acid Soluble (inorganic): 17.7%; Inert (Non-asbestos): 43.3%

Location:

Analyst Description:

Asbestos Types:

Other Material:

No240556-59 124071907-59 NAD Tan Cove Base Mastic; Bldg 3 Entry Hallway25

Tan, Heterogeneous, Non-Fibrous, Bulk Material

Non-Asbestos 21%

(NOB by NYS ELAP 198.6) by Tou Si Anothay on 07/31/24

Comment: Heat Sensitive (organic): 39.3%; Acid Soluble (inorganic): 39.4%; Inert (Non-asbestos): 21.3%

Location:

Analyst Description:

Asbestos Types:

Other Material:

No240556-60 124071907-60 NAD Gray 6" Cove Base; Bldg 3 Entry Hallway26

Grey, Heterogeneous, Non-Fibrous, Bulk Material

Non-Asbestos 17%

(NOB by NYS ELAP 198.6) by Tou Si Anothay on 07/31/24

Comment: Heat Sensitive (organic): 51.9%; Acid Soluble (inorganic): 30.6%; Inert (Non-asbestos): 17.4%

Location:

Analyst Description:

Asbestos Types:

Other Material:

No240556-61 124071907-61 NAD Gray 6" Cove Base; Bldg 3 Entry Hallway26

Grey, Heterogeneous, Non-Fibrous, Bulk Material

Non-Asbestos 24%

(NOB by NYS ELAP 198.6) by Tou Si Anothay on 07/31/24

Comment: Heat Sensitive (organic): 52.0%; Acid Soluble (inorganic): 23.8%; Inert (Non-asbestos): 24.1%

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Rooms 623B4, 625B, B59 And Bldg 3 Entry

PLM Bulk Asbestos Report Client Name: Watts Architecture & Engineers

Reporting Notes:

*NAD = no asbestos detected, Detection Limit <1%, Reporting Limits: CVES = 1%, 400 Pt Ct = 0.25%, 1000 Pt Ct = 0.1%; "Present" or NVA = "No Visible Asbestos" are observations made during a qualitative analysis; NA = not analyzed; NA/PS = not analyzed / positive stop; PLM Bulk Asbestos Analysis using Meiji, Model MT 6120 microscope, Serial #1900011, by EPA 600/R-93/116 per 40 CFR 763 (NVLAP Lab Code 101904-0) and ELAP PLM Analysis Protocol 198.1 for New York friable samples which includes quantitation of any vermiculite observed (198.6 for NOB samples) or EPA 400 pt ct by EPA 600/M4-82-020 (NYSDOH ELAP Lab # 10984); CA ELAP Lab # 2508; Note: PLM is not consistently reliable in detecting asbestos in floor coverings and similar NOB materials. NAD or Trace results by PLM are inconclusive, TEM is currently the only method that can be used to determine if this material can be considered or treated as non-asbestos-containing in New York State (also see EPA Advisory for floor tile, FR 59, 146, 38970, 8/1/94). NIST Accreditation requirements mandate that this report must not be reproduced except in full without the approval of the laboratory. This PLM report relates ONLY to the items tested.

Analyzed by: Tou Si Anothay Date: 7/31/2024

Reviewed by: Glenn F. Massey

Client Name:

124071907

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Table I Summary of Bulk Asbestos Analysis Results by NYS ELAP 198.4

Client Sample#

NOB Sample Weight (gram)

NOB Heat Sensitive

Organic %

NOB Acid Soluble

Inorganic %

NOB Insoluble Non-Asbestos

Inorganic %

HG

Area ** Asbestos % by

PLM/DS

** Asbestos % by

TEM

AmeriSci Sample #

01 240556-01 1 0.497 81.4 3.8 14.8 NAD NAD

Black Floor Tile Mastic; Room 623B4Location:

02 240556-02 1 0.461 85.5 2.4 12.1 NAD NAD

Black Floor Tile Mastic; Room 623B4Location:

03 240556-03 2 0.588 24.9 28.6 46.5 Chrysotile 8.1 NA

Beige Mottled 12"x12" Floor Tile; Room 623B4Location:

04 240556-04 2 0.566 24.3 27.0 48.7 NA/PS NA

Beige Mottled 12"x12" Floor Tile; Room 623B4Location:

05 240556-05 3 ---- ---- ---- ---- NAD NA

Wall Drywall; Room 623B4Location:

06 240556-06 3 ---- ---- ---- ---- NAD NA

Wall Drywall; Room 623B4Location:

07 240556-07 4 ---- ---- ---- ---- NAD NA

Wall Drywall, Joint Compound; Room 623B4Location:

08 240556-08 4 ---- ---- ---- ---- NAD NA

Wall Drywall, Joint Compound; Room 623B4Location:

09 240556-09 5 ---- ---- ---- ---- NAD NA

Wall Plaster, Skim Coating; Room 623B4Location:

10 240556-10 5 ---- ---- ---- ---- NAD NA

Wall Plaster, Skim Coating; Room 623B4Location:

11 240556-11 5 ---- ---- ---- ---- NAD NA

Wall Plaster, Skim Coating; Room 623B4Location:

12 240556-12 6 ---- ---- ---- ---- NAD NA

Wall Plaster, Base Coating; Room 623B4Location:

13 240556-13 6 ---- ---- ---- ---- NAD NA

Wall Plaster, Base Coating; Room 623B4Location:

14 240556-14 6 ---- ---- ---- ---- NAD NA

Wall Plaster, Base Coating; Room 623B4Location:

15 240556-15 7 0.422 45.1 9.2 45.7 NAD NAD

Yellow Carpet Mastic; Room 623B4Location:

16 240556-16 7 0.443 44.6 8.9 46.5 NAD NAD

Yellow Carpet Mastic; Room 623B4Location:

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Table I Summary of Bulk Asbestos Analysis Results by NYS ELAP 198.4

Client Sample#

NOB Sample Weight (gram)

NOB Heat Sensitive

Organic %

NOB Acid Soluble

Inorganic %

NOB Insoluble Non-Asbestos

Inorganic %

HG

Area ** Asbestos % by

PLM/DS

** Asbestos % by

TEM

AmeriSci Sample #

17 240556-17 8 1.079 44.6 21.4 34.0 NAD NAD

Tan Cove Base Mastic; Room 623B4Location:

18 240556-18 8 0.939 44.7 19.9 35.4 NAD NAD

Tan Cove Base Mastic; Room 623B4Location:

19 240556-19 9 0.557 52.9 33.7 13.4 NAD NAD

6" Gray Cove Base; Room 623B4Location:

20 240556-20 9 0.634 52.8 45.2 2.0 NAD NAD

6" Gray Cove Base; Room 623B4Location:

21 240556-21 10 0.287 85.3 7.8 6.8 NAD Chrysotile Trace

Black Floor Tile Mastic; Room 625BLocation:

22 240556-22 10 0.316 86.4 6.5 7.0 NAD Chrysotile Trace

Black Floor Tile Mastic; Room 625BLocation:

23 240556-23 11 0.606 24.1 29.3 46.5 Chrysotile 2.3 NA

Beige Mottled 12"x12" Floor Tile; Room 625BLocation:

24 240556-24 11 0.558 24.9 37.1 38.0 NA/PS NA

Beige Mottled 12"x12" Floor Tile; Room 625BLocation:

25 240556-25 12 ---- ---- ---- ---- NAD NA

Wall Drywall; Room 625BLocation:

26 240556-26 12 ---- ---- ---- ---- NAD NA

Wall Drywall; Room 625BLocation:

27 240556-27 13 ---- ---- ---- ---- NAD NA

Wall Drywall, Joint Compound; Room 625BLocation:

28 240556-28 13 ---- ---- ---- ---- NAD NA

Wall Drywall, Joint Compound; Room 625BLocation:

29 240556-29 14 ---- ---- ---- ---- NAD NA

Wall Plaster, Skim Coating; Room 625BLocation:

30 240556-30 14 ---- ---- ---- ---- NAD NA

Wall Plaster, Skim Coating; Room 625BLocation:

31 240556-31 14 ---- ---- ---- ---- NAD NA

Wall Plaster, Skim Coating; Room 625BLocation:

32 240556-32 15 ---- ---- ---- ---- NAD NA

Wall Plaster, Base Coating; Room 625BLocation:

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Table I Summary of Bulk Asbestos Analysis Results by NYS ELAP 198.4

Client Sample#

NOB Sample Weight (gram)

NOB Heat Sensitive

Organic %

NOB Acid Soluble

Inorganic %

NOB Insoluble Non-Asbestos

Inorganic %

HG

Area ** Asbestos % by

PLM/DS

** Asbestos % by

TEM

AmeriSci Sample #

33 240556-33 15 ---- ---- ---- ---- NAD NA

Wall Plaster, Base Coating; Room 625BLocation:

34 240556-34 15 ---- ---- ---- ---- NAD NA

Wall Plaster, Base Coating; Room 625BLocation:

35 240556-35 16 0.380 37.1 41.7 21.2 NAD NAD

Yellow Carpet Mastic; Room 625BLocation:

36 240556-36 16 0.315 35.1 48.6 16.3 NAD NAD

Yellow Carpet Mastic; Room 625BLocation:

37 240556-37 17 0.504 37.9 53.8 8.3 NAD NAD

Tan Cove Base Mastic; Room 625BLocation:

38 240556-38 17 0.428 43.5 27.8 28.7 NAD NAD

Tan Cove Base Mastic; Room 625BLocation:

39 240556-39 18 0.768 52.1 18.8 29.1 NAD NAD

6" Gray Cove Base; Room 625BLocation:

40 240556-40 18 0.600 51.6 39.7 8.7 NAD NAD

6" Gray Cove Base; Room 625BLocation:

41 240556-41 19 ---- ---- ---- ---- NAD NA

Ceiling Plaster, Skim Coating; Room 625B At SoffitLocation:

42 240556-42 19 ---- ---- ---- ---- NAD NA

Ceiling Plaster, Skim Coating; Room 625B At CeilingLocation:

43 240556-43 19 ---- ---- ---- ---- NAD NA

Ceiling Plaster, Skim Coating; Room 625B At CeilingLocation:

44 240556-44 20 ---- ---- ---- ---- NAD NA

Ceiling Plaster, Base Coating; Room 625B At SoffitLocation:

45 240556-45 20 ---- ---- ---- ---- NAD NA

Ceiling Plaster, Base Coating; Room 625B At CeilingLocation:

46 240556-46 20 ---- ---- ---- ---- NAD NA

Ceiling Plaster, Base Coating; Room 625B At CeilingLocation:

47 240556-47 21 ---- ---- ---- ---- NAD NA

Mudded Joint Fitting; Room B59 Associated With Wall-Mounted HVAC EquipmentLocation:

48 240556-48 21 ---- ---- ---- ---- NAD NA

Mudded Joint Fitting; Room B59 Associated With Wall-Mounted HVAC EquipmentLocation:

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Table I Summary of Bulk Asbestos Analysis Results by NYS ELAP 198.4

Client Sample#

NOB Sample Weight (gram)

NOB Heat Sensitive

Organic %

NOB Acid Soluble

Inorganic %

NOB Insoluble Non-Asbestos

Inorganic %

HG

Area ** Asbestos % by

PLM/DS

** Asbestos % by

TEM

AmeriSci Sample #

49 240556-49 21 ---- ---- ---- ---- NAD NA

Mudded Joint Fitting; Room B59 Associated With Wall-Mounted HVAC EquipmentLocation:

50 240556-50 22 ---- ---- ---- ---- NAD NA

Wall Plaster, Skim Coating; Bldg 3 Entry HallwayLocation:

51 240556-51 22 ---- ---- ---- ---- NAD NA

Wall Plaster, Skim Coating; Bldg 3 Entry HallwayLocation:

52 240556-52 22 ---- ---- ---- ---- NAD NA

Wall Plaster, Skim Coating; Bldg 3 Entry HallwayLocation:

53 240556-53 23 ---- ---- ---- ---- NAD NA

Wall Plaster, Base Coating; Bldg 3 Entry HallwayLocation:

54 240556-54 23 ---- ---- ---- ---- NAD NA

Wall Plaster, Base Coating; Bldg 3 Entry HallwayLocation:

55 240556-55 23 ---- ---- ---- ---- NAD NA

Wall Plaster, Base Coating; Bldg 3 Entry HallwayLocation:

56 240556-56 24 0.956 50.4 6.4 43.2 NAD NAD

Yellow Carpet Mastic; Bldg 3 Entry HallwayLocation:

57 240556-57 24 0.583 51.1 6.2 42.7 NAD NAD

Yellow Carpet Mastic; Bldg 3 Entry HallwayLocation:

58 240556-58 25 0.854 39.0 17.7 43.3 NAD NAD

Tan Cove Base Mastic; Bldg 3 Entry HallwayLocation:

59 240556-59 25 0.443 39.3 39.4 21.3 NAD NAD

Tan Cove Base Mastic; Bldg 3 Entry HallwayLocation:

60 240556-60 26 0.798 51.9 30.6 17.4 NAD NAD

Gray 6" Cove Base; Bldg 3 Entry HallwayLocation:

61 240556-61 26 0.658 52.0 23.8 24.1 NAD NAD

Gray 6" Cove Base; Bldg 3 Entry HallwayLocation:

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Table I Summary of Bulk Asbestos Analysis Results by NYS ELAP 198.4

Client Sample#

NOB Sample Weight (gram)

NOB Heat Sensitive

Organic %

NOB Acid Soluble

Inorganic %

NOB Insoluble Non-Asbestos

Inorganic %

HG

Area ** Asbestos % by

PLM/DS

** Asbestos % by

TEM

AmeriSci Sample #

Semi-Quantitative Analysis: NAD = no asbestos detected; NA = not analyzed; NA/PS = not analyzed due to positive stop; Trace = <1%; PLM analysis by EPA 600/R-93/116 per 40 CFR 763 (NVLAP Lab Code 101904-0) or NY ELAP 198.1 for New York friable samples which includes quantitation of any vermiculite observed (198.6 for NOB samples) or EPA 400 pt ct by EPA 600/M4-82-020 (NY ELAP Lab # 10984);

TEM prep by EPA 600/R-93/116 Section 2.3 (analysis by Section 2.5, not covered by NVLAP Bulk accreditation); or NY ELAP 198.4 for New York NOB samples (NY ELAP Lab # 10984). Analysis using Jeol, Model JEM-100CX II microscope, Serial #156147-247. ** Warning Notes: Consider PLM fiber diameter limitation, only TEM will resolve fibers <0.25 micrometers in diameter. TEM bulk analysis is representative of the fine grained matrix material and may not be representative of non-uniformly dispersed debris, soils or other heterogeneous materials for which a combination PLM/TEM evaluation is recommended;

Quantitation for beginning weights of <0.1 grams should be considered as qualitative only.

Analyzed by: Cory M. Parnell Date: 7/30/2024

Reviewed by: Glenn F. Massey is hereby APPROVED as an Environmental Laboratory for the category

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