Atch RFI 4 Lead 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

July 27, 2020

Levin Porter Associates Inc.

Miamisburg, Ohio 45342

Attn: Ms. Veronica Pochet, AIA Project Architect T: (937) 224-1931 E: vpochet@levin-portar.com

Re: Results - Limited Paint Sampling for Lead-Content Analysis VA Project: Replace Dual Duct Boxes on 2nd Floor VA Project No.: 539-21-201 Cincinnati VA Medical Center 3200 Vine Street Cincinnati, Ohio 45220 Terracon Project No. N1197461

Dear Ms. Pochet:

Terracon Consultants, Inc. (Terracon) appreciates the opportunity to submit this letter report to Levin Porter Associates Inc. (Client) regarding the lead analytical result for limited paint sampling for the above-referenced project at the Cincinnati VA Medical Center (CVAMC). We understand that this survey was requested for the purpose of a planned renovation regarding impacts to various chilled water supply and return lines at various locations throughout the hospital.

Terracon representatives Mr. Lemuel Weyer and Mr. Michael Sulken conducted the limited paint sampling on July 9, 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 most of the project work would appear unlikely to involve painted elements, Terracon only collected two (2) paint samples for lead-content analysis. These samples pertained to painted drywall (tan) and painted plaster (white) walls. The analytical results indicated that the white painted plaster walls contain 480 parts per million (ppm) lead and the tan painted drywall walls were none detected (above the analytical detection limit). If white painted plaster walls are impacted by the project, contractors should be aware and take the appropriate precautions to comply with OSHA regulations and VA project specifications.

Results - Limited Paint Sampling for Lead-Content Analysis Project: Replace Dual Duct Boxes on 2nd Floor ■ CVAMC July 27, 2020 ■ Terracon Project No. N1197461

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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. Additionally, contractors should be aware that any untested paint surfaces should be assumed to also contain lead unless sampling and analysis refute lead-content.

Closing 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 (any untested painted components must be assumed to contain lead unless sampled and laboratory analysis determines otherwise). 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.

Terracon appreciates the opportunity to provide this service to Levin Porter Associates Inc. 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.

Lem Weyer Joseph Tussey. CHMM Environmental Technician Senior Associate/Group Manager

Attachments: Sample & Results Summary Table Laboratory Analytical Report

July 27, 2020 ■ Terracon Project No. N1197461

Attachment 1: Sample & Results Summary Table

Terracon Sample # Component Paint

Color (surface) Substrate Sample Location

Results (lead)

L-01 Wall White Plaster Restroom A260a

480 parts per million (ppm) or 0.048%

L-02 Wall Tan Drywall At Doorway of Room A224

<80 ppm or <0.008%

< = less than the limit of detected (i.e. none detected above the limit detection)

July 27, 2020 ■ Terracon Project No. N1197461

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: 07/13/20 9:49 AM

CVAMC - 2ND FLOOR DUCT BOXES - N1197461

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

Project:

7/9/2020Collected:

162013450 CustomerID: HCNU50 CustomerPO: N1197461 ProjectID:

EMSL Order:

Site: WALL / WHITE / PLASTER / RESTROOM - A260a

0.048 % wt7/13/2020 0.2536 g

162013450-0001 0.00807/9/2020L-01 % wt

Site: WALL / TAN / DRYWALL / DOORWAY OF ROOM A224 <0.0080 % wt7/13/2020 0.252 g

162013450-0002 0.00807/9/2020L-02 % wt

Page 1 of 1Test Report PB w/RDL-2.0.0.0 Printed: 7/20/2020 8:21:36 AM

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 07/20/2020 08:21:36 http://www.EMSL.com mailto:indianapolislab@emsl.com