2nd Floor Reconfiguration Lead Based Paint Report.pdf

Terracon Consultants, Inc . 611 Lunken Park Dr ive C incinnati, OH 45226 P 513-321-5816 F 513-321-0294 t er racon.com

June 30, 2020

John Poe Architects 3131 Newmark Drive, Suite C Miamisburg, Ohio 45342

Attn: Mr. Chad Vaughn, RA Project Architect T: (937) 461-3290 E: cvaughn@johnpoe.com

Re: Results - Limited Paint Sampling for Lead-Content Analysis VA Project: Reconfigure 2nd Floor Waiting & Check-In VA Project No. 539-21-210 Cincinnati VA Medical Center 3200 Vine Street Cincinnati, Ohio 45220 Terracon Project No. N1207012

Dear Mr. Vaughn:

Terracon Consultants, Inc. (Terracon) appreciates the opportunity to submit this letter report to John Poe Architects. (Client) regarding the lead analytical results for limited paint sampling which was conducted for the above-referenced renovation project at the Cincinnati VA Medical Center (CVAMC). We understand that this survey was requested for the purpose of a planned renovation regarding the reconfiguration of the 2nd floor waiting and check-in areas.

Terracon representatives Mr. Lemuel Weyer and Mr. Michael Sulken conducted the limited paint sampling on June 18, 2020. Sample collection was performed using a clean straight-edge razor to remove paint from designated surfaces. Collected paint samples were placed in sealable containers, labeled with unique sample numbers, and submitted under chain of custody to EMSL Analytical Inc. (EMSL) of Indianapolis, Indiana. Paint chip samples were submitted for analysis by Atomic Absorption Spectroscopy (AAS) per EPA Method SW846/3050B/7000B. EMSL is accredited for lead in paint analysis by the American Industrial Hygiene Association’s (AIHA®) Environmental Lead Laboratory Accreditation Program (ELLAP), accreditation number 157245.

Lead Paint Analytical Results Summary Given that all walls and door frames involved in the project were painted the same color throughout the work area, Terracon only collected two (2) paint samples for lead-content analysis.

The paint samples (tan) were collected from a wall and a door frame that appear to represent all walls and door frames throughout the project area. The laboratory report indicated that both of the tan paint samples (from a wall and a door frame) had analytical results which were below the limit of detection (i.e. no lead detected).

Results - Limited Paint Sampling for Lead-Content Analysis Project: Reconfigure 2nd Floor Waiting & Check-In ■ Cincinnati VAMC June 30, 2020 ■ Terracon Project No. N1207012

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A sample and results summary table and the laboratory analytical report are attached.

Regulatory Summary Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standard, 29 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) 1926.62 (Lead in Construction), does not reference a specific concentration of lead in a surface coating for applicability of the aforementioned regulation. The requirements under OSHA 29 CFR 1926.62 are applicable to any concentration of lead found above analytical limit of detection (LOD). When disturbed, paints containing lead in any concentration represent an airborne exposure hazard that could exceed the OSHA legally enforceable action level (AL) or permissible exposure limit (PEL). Contractors that bid or conduct work activities that will disturb surfaces with analytically-confirmed lead-containing paint should be made aware of those so that they can plan for proper compliance with applicable federal and state regulations, and any applicable Client specifications. Contractors should be aware that any untested paint surfaces should be assumed to also contain lead unless sampling and analysis refute lead-content.

Limitations This sampling event was conducted for project specific areas. The sampling was of a limited nature specific to prominent and readily accessible painted surfaces that may be impacted by renovation and may not have included every painted surface. The sampling was conducted in a manner consistent with the level of care and skill ordinarily exercised by members of the profession currently practicing under similar conditions in the same locale. The results, findings and recommendations expressed in this letter report are based on conditions observed during the sampling event. This letter report has been prepared on behalf of and exclusively for use and reliance by the Client and is not a bidding document. Contractors or consultants reviewing this limited sampling report must draw their own conclusions regarding whether further investigation or remediation is deemed necessary. Terracon does not warrant the work of regulatory agencies, laboratories, or other third-parties supplying information, which may have been used in the preparation of this report. No warranty, express or implied, is made.

Closing Terracon appreciates the opportunity to provide this service to John Poe Architects. If you have questions regarding this letter report or if we can be of further service, please contact the undersigned at (513) 321-5816.

Sincerely, Terracon Consultants, Inc.

Josh Vogel Joseph Tussey, CHMM Project Manager Senior Associate/Group Manager

Attachments: Sample & Results Summary Table Laboratory Analytical Report

Project: Reconfigure 2nd Floor Waiting and Check-In ■ Cincinnati VAMC June 30, 2020 ■ Terracon Project No. N1207012

Attachment 1: Sample & Results Summary Table

Terracon Sample # Component Paint

Color (surface) Substrate Sample Location Results (ppm lead)

L-01 Door Frame Tan Metal Near Room B235 on Hallway Double Doors

< 80 ppm

L-02 Wall Tan Plaster Near Room B235 < 80 ppm

Project: Reconfigure 2nd Floor Waiting and Check-In ■ Cincinnati VAMC June 30, 2020 ■ Terracon Project No. N1207012

Attachment 2: Laboratory Analytical Report

ConcentrationAnalyzed Weight RDL LeadClient SampleDescription Collected

Test Report: Lead in Paint Chips by Flame AAS (SW 846 3050B/7000B)*

EMSL Analytical, Inc.

6340 CastlePlace Dr., Indianapolis, IN 46250 Phone/Fax: (317) 803-2997 / (317) 803-3047 http://www.EMSL.com indianapolislab@emsl.com

Attn: Lem Weyer Terracon Consultants, Inc.

611 Lunken Park Drive Cincinnati, OH 45226

Received: 06/19/20 9:11 AM

CVAMC- 2ND FLOOR RENOVATION

Fax: (513) 321-0294 Phone: (513) 321-5816

Project:

6/18/2020Collected:

162012030 CustomerID: HCNU50 CustomerPO: N1207112 ProjectID:

EMSL Order:

Site: DOOR FRAME / TAN / METAL <0.0080 % wt6/22/2020 0.2533 g

162012030-0001 0.00806/18/2020L-1 % wt

Site: WALL / TAN / PLASTER <0.0080 % wt6/22/2020 0.2559 g

162012030-0002 0.00806/18/2020L-2 % wt

Page 1 of 1Test Report PB w/RDL-2.0.0.0 Printed: 6/25/2020 4:29:59 PM

Doug Wiegand, Laboratory Manager or other approved signatory

EMSL maintains liability limited to cost of analysis. Interpretation and use of test results are the responsibility of the client. This report relates only to the samples reported above, and may not be reproduced, except in full, without written approval by EMSL. EMSL bears no responsibility for sample collection activities or analytical method limitations. The report reflects the samples as received.

Results are generated from the field sampling data (sampling volumes and areas, locations, etc.) provided by the client on the Chain of Custody. Samples are within quality control criteria and met method specifications unless otherwise noted.

Analysis following Lead in Paint by EMSL SOP/Determination of Environmental Lead by FLAA. Reporting limit is 0.008% wt based on the minimum sample weight per our SOP. "<" (less than) result signifies the analyte was not detected at or above the reporting limit. Measurement of uncertainty is available upon request. Definitions of modifications are available upon request.

Samples analyzed by EMSL Analytical, Inc. Indianapolis, IN AIHA-LAP, LLC--ELLAP 157245, OH E10040

Initial report from 06/25/2020 16:29:59 http://www.EMSL.com mailto:indianapolislab@emsl.com