Asbestos Report - LBP_AC-915579_HWY-203-205.pdf

ENVIRONMENTAL SURVEY

FOR

LEAD BASED PAINTED COMPONENTS (LBP)

AND

ASBESTOS CONTAINING MATERIALS (ACM)

FOR

EMERGENCY RELIEF PROGRAM

LANDSLIDES & ROAD DAMAGES-EVALUATIO REPAIRS

FOR GROUP A

CIALES AND JAYUYA PR-144 KM 6.30 to KM 18.20 (AC-821544)

ER-9999(330) ER-HWY-205, 203, 212, 216, 208, 207, 206

Prepared For:

Puerto Rico Highways and

Transportation Authority

January, 2019

Prepared By:

Analytical Environmental

Services International, Inc.

611 Monserrate Street

2nd Floor, Santurce, P.R. 00907

(787) 722-0220 / Fax (787) 724-5788

ADY PADAN, PH.D

TABLE OF CONTENTS

I. SUMMARY

1.0 INTRODUCTION

2.0 TESTING PROCEDURES

3.0 LEAD BASED PAINT TESTING METHODOLOGY

4.0 RESULTS

5.0 CONCLUSIONS

APPENDIX I - AESI Credentials

APPENDIX II - XRF Data

APPENDIX III - Photos

ADY PADAN, PH.D 1

An environmental survey for Lead Based Painted

(LBP) Components was conducted by AES

International for road PR-144 from Km 6.3 to Km

18.2, Jayuya to Ciales, PR (HWY-205, 203, 212, 216, 208, 207, 206).

The inspection was conducted on 12/28/2018 and

1/2/2019 by Elme Rivera, an EQB certified lead risk assessor, using an XRF instrument manufactured by

RMD (serial number 3669). The survey was conducted using HUD protocol of 2012. The following components were found to be painted with

LBP:

Km 6.3 (Right Side)

Barrier Concrete Yellow 36 sq.ft

If construction activities will be conducted in the nearest future, it is mandatory to remove all LBP components from areas to be affected by such activities.

An environmental survey for Lead Based Painted (LBP) Components was conducted by

AES International for road PR-144 from Km 6.3 to Km 18.2, Jayuya to Ciales, PR

(HWY-205, 203, 212, 216, 208, 207, 206).

The inspection was conducted on 12/28/2018 and 1/2/2019 by Elme Rivera, an Puerto

Rico Environmental Quality Board (EQB) certified lead risk assessor, using an XRF instrument manufactured by RMD. The survey was conducted using Department of

Housing and Urban Development (HUD) protocol of 2012. The credentials of AESI are attached in Appendix I.

2.0 TESTING PROCEDURES

The testing was performed with an LPA-1, an X-ray fluorescence instrument (XRF) manufactured by RMD (serial number 3669). The instrument operates in two modes.

The selected mode was the quick mode, which allows reference to the abatement level set at 1.0 mg/cm2. The results are reported at 95% confidence levels.

3.0 LEAD BASED PAINT TESTING METHODOLOGY

The hazard level of lead in paint has been determined by the Department of Housing &

Urban Development (HUD) as 1.0 mg/cm2, as measured by XRF, or AAS (Atomic

Absorption Spectroscopy), or 0.5% be weight (or 5000 ppm) as measured by AAS, or

Inductive Coupled Plasma (ICP). The same level was adopted by EPA regulations published in 1992, under Title X.

The only lead based paint testing protocol officially available at this time was published by HUD initially in 1990, revised in 1991 and finalized in 1995 (see above HUD reference). A revised chapter 7 was published in 1997 and 2012.

AES International personnel classify each XRF lead reading as positive, negative, or inconclusive. This classification is based on manufacturer XRF performance characteristic sheet (PCS), for each substrate. Samples and/or additional readings are taken from inconclusive areas. Calibration verification of the instrument was performed prior to beginning of daily task, when the instrument was turned on, and at the end of the day. The verification was conducted on a NIST standard of 1.0 mg/cm2. Acceptance criteria used was +-0.3 mg/cm2. The data for calibration verification is attached in

Appendix II.

At the completion of the testing, nine (9) surfaces were retested as to assess precision of the testing. Statistical calculations performed on test-retest results suggest that the results are within the tolerance limits and therefore acceptable.

4.0 RESULTS

5.0 CONCLUSIONS

Elme Rivera, EQB Lead Risk Assessor

Lic#: 1387-0718-RA-024

Forty-seven (47) XRF readings were collected. The results of the tested components are shown in Appendix II. Selective photos of LBP components are shown in Appendix

III. LBP component was found and presented herein (see summary Table 1).

LBP survey was conducted for road PR-144, Km 6.3 to Km 18.2, Jayuya to Ciales, PR.

LBP findings were presented herein.

Some painted surfaces may contain levels of lead below 1.0 mg/cm2, which could create lead dust, or lead contaminated soil hazards if the paint is turned into dust by abrasion, scraping, or sanding.

The LBP survey relates to surfaces accessible and not covered by rigid barriers. Should any hidden surfaces or components be present, they must be assumed to be painted with

LBP.

Table 1. Summary of LBP Positive Components at PR-144, Km 6.3 to

Km 18.2, Jayuya-Ciales, Puerto Rico.

Structure Room Components Substrate Color Quantity

PR-144

Km 6.3

Barrier Concrete Yellow 36 sqft.

Dirección Física: Ave. Ponce de León 1308, Carr. Estatal 8838, Sector el Cinco, Río Piedras, PR 00926

Dirección Postal: Apartado 11488, Santurce, PR 00910-1488

Tel. (787) 767-8181 • Fax (787) 767-1962

Forma PGC -010

GOBIERNO DE PUERTO RICO

OFICINA DEL GOBERNADOR

JUNTA DE CALIDAD AMBIENTAL

Área de Calidad de Agua

CERTIFICACION DE NO PRESENCIA DE PINTURA CON BASE DE PLOMO

EN ESTRUCTURAS A DEMOLERSE

(Deberá completarse en letra de molde o impresa)

PGC-_____________________

PARA USO OFICIAL

Yo, ______________________________, mayor de edad,______________, y vecino de_______________________ (Inspector o Evaluador de Riesgos) (Estado Civil) (Municipio)

Dirección Postal_________________________________________________________________________________ (Pueblo) (Zip Code)

Fax (______) ______- ________

Certifico que:

1. Estoy certificado por la Junta de Calidad Ambiental como ( Inspector / Evaluador de Riesgos) con Número de

Certificación ___________________________, la cual se encuentra vigente.

demolición se encuentra libre de pintura con base de plomo.

3. La información antes indicada es cierta y correcta.

4. Afirmo y reconozco las consecuencias de incluir y someter información falsa en este documento.

Firma del Inspector o Evaluador de Riesgos (en original)

Nota : Deberá someter evidencia de la tarjeta o certificado provista por la JCA.

X

Elme Rivera casado Vega Baja

Vega Baja Lakes Calle 11 L31 Vega Baja 00693

939 969 1311 Teléfonos: Residencial (______) ______- ________ Oficina (______) ______- ________ Ext._______ 787 722 0220

724 5788787

San Juan5. Para que así conste, firmo la presente certificación en _______________________ de Puerto Rico, (Municipio)

* Esta certificacion es exclusivamente para las areas muestreadas.

hoy día ____ de ____________________ d e _________

2. La estructura localizada en________________________________ __________________, la cual será objeto de una

1387-0718-RA-024

amarin Typewritten text 3 enero 2019 amarin Typewritten text PR-144 (Km 6.8, 7.25, 10.8, 11.35, 12.1, 12.6, 12.7, 13.6, 18.2, 14.35) Jayuya

Performance Characteristic Sheet

EFFECTIVE DATE: October 24, 2000 EDITION NO.: 4

MANUFACTURER AND MODEL:

Make: Radiation Monitoring Devices Model: LPA-1 Source: 57Co Note: This sheet supersedes all previous sheets for the XRF instrument of the make, model, and source shown above for instruments sold or serviced after June 26, 1995. For other instruments, see prior editions.

FIELD OPERATION GUIDANCE

OPERATING PARAMETERS:

Quick mode or nominal 30-second standard mode readings.

XRF CALIBRATION CHECK LIMITS:

0.7 to 1.3 mg/cm2 (inclusive)

SUBSTRATE CORRECTION:

For XRF results below 4.0 mg/cm2, substrate correction is recommended for:

Metal using 30-second standard mode readings.

None using quick mode readings.

Substrate correction is not needed for:

Brick, Concrete, Drywall, Plaster, and Wood using 30-second standard mode readings

Brick, Concrete, Drywall, Metal, Plaster, and Wood using quick mode readings

THRESHOLDS:

30-SECOND STANDARD MODE

READING DESCRIPTION

SUBSTRATE THRESHOLD

(mg/cm2)

Results corrected for substrate bias on metal substrate only

Brick Concrete Drywall Metal

Plaster Wood

1.0 1.0 1.0 0.9 1.0 1.0

QUICK MODE

READING DESCRIPTION

SUBSTRATE THRESHOLD

(mg/cm2)

Readings not corrected for substrate bias on any substrate

Brick Concrete Drywall Metal

Plaster Wood

1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0

RMD LPA-1, PCS Edition 4, Page 2 of 4

BACKGROUND INFORMATION

EVALUATION DATA SOURCE AND DATE:

This sheet is supplemental information to be used in conjunction with Chapter 7 of the HUD Guidelines for the Evaluation and Control of Lead-Based Paint Hazards in Housing ("HUD Guidelines").

Performance parameters shown on this sheet are calculated from the EPA/HUD evaluation using archived building components. Testing was conducted on approximately 150 test locations in July 1995.

The instrument that performed testing in September had a new source installed in June 1995 with 12 mCi initial strength.

OPERATING PARAMETERS:

Performance parameters shown in this sheet are applicable only when properly operating the instrument using the manufacturer's instructions and procedures described in Chapter 7 of the HUD Guidelines.

XRF CALIBRATION CHECK:

The calibration of the XRF instrument should be checked using the paint film nearest 1.0 mg/cm 2 in the NIST Standard Reference Material (SRM) used (e.g., for NIST SRM 2579, use the 1.02 mg/cm2 film).

If readings are outside the acceptable calibration check range, follow the manufacturer's instructions to bring the instruments into control before XRF testing proceeds

SUBSTRATE CORRECTION VALUE COMPUTATION:

Chapter 7 of the HUD Guidelines provides guidance on correcting XRF results for substrate bias.

Supplemental guidance for using the paint film nearest 1.0 mg/cm 2 for substrate correction is provided:

XRF results are corrected for substrate bias by subtracting from each XRF result a correction value determined separately in each house for single-family housing or in each development for multifamily housing, for each substrate. The correction value is an average of XRF readings taken over the NIST SRM paint film nearest to 1.0 mg/cm 2 at test locations that have been scraped bare of their paint covering. Compute the correction values as follows:

Using the same XRF instrument, take three readings on a bare substrate area covered with the NIST SRM paint film nearest 1 mg/cm 2. Repeat this procedure by taking three more readings on a second bare substrate area of the same substrate covered with the NIST SRM.

Compute the correction value for each substrate type where XRF readings indicate substrate correction is needed by computing the average of all six readings as shown below.

For each substrate type (the 1.02 mg/cm2 NIST SRM is shown in this example; use the actual lead loading of the NIST SRM used for substrate correction):

Correction value = (1st + 2nd + 3rd + 4th + 5th + 6th Reading) / 6 - 1.02 mg/cm²

Repeat this procedure for each substrate requiring substrate correction in the house or housing development.

EVALUATING THE QUALITY OF XRF TESTING:

Randomly select ten testing combinations for retesting from each house or from two randomly selected units in multifamily housing. Use either 15-second readings or 60-second readings.

RMD LPA-1, PCS Edition 4, Page 3 of 4

Conduct XRF re-testing at the ten testing combinations selected for retesting.

Determine if the XRF testing in the units or house passed or failed the test by applying the steps below.

Compute the Retest Tolerance Limit by the following steps:

Determine XRF results for the original and retest XRF readings. Do not correct the original or retest results for substrate bias. In single-family housing a result is defined as the average of three readings. In multifamily housing, a result is a single reading.

Therefore, there will be ten original and ten retest XRF results for each house or for the two selected units.

Calculate the average of the original XRF result and retest XRF result for each testing combination.

Square the average for each testing combination.

Add the ten squared averages together. Call this quantity C.

Multiply the number C by 0.0072. Call this quantity D.

Add the number 0.032 to D. Call this quantity E.

Take the square root of E. Call this quantity F.

Multiply F by 1.645. The result is the Retest Tolerance Limit.

Compute the average of all ten original XRF results.

Compute the average of all ten re-test XRF results.

Find the absolute difference of the two averages.

If the difference is less than the Retest Tolerance Limit, the inspection has passed the retest. If the difference of the overall averages equals or exceeds the Retest Tolerance Limit, this procedure should be repeated with ten new testing combinations. If the difference of the overall averages is equal to or greater than the Retest Tolerance Limit a second time, then the inspection should be considered deficient.

Use of this procedure is estimated to produce a spurious result approximately 1% of the time. That is, results of this procedure will call for further examination when no examination is warranted in approximately 1 out of 100 dwelling units tested.

BIAS AND PRECISION:

Do not use these bias and precision data to correct for substrate bias. These bias and precision data were computed without substrate correction from samples with reported laboratory results less than 4.0 mg/cm2 lead. The data which were used to determine the bias and precision estimates given in the table below have the following properties. During the July 1995 testing, there were 15 test locations with a laboratory-reported result equal to or greater than 4.0 mg/cm2 lead. Of these, one 30-second standard mode reading was less than 1.0 mg/cm2 and none of the quick mode readings were less than 1.0 mg/cm2. The instrument that tested in July is representative of instruments sold or serviced after June 26, 1995. These data are for illustrative purposes only. Actual bias must be determined on the site.

Results provided above already account for bias and precision. Bias and precision ranges are provided to show the variability found between machines of the same model.

RMD LPA-1, PCS Edition 4, Page 4 of 4

30-SECOND STANDARD MODE

READING MEASURED AT

SUBSTRATE BIAS (mg/cm2) PRECISION* (mg/cm2)

0.0 mg/cm2 Brick Concrete Drywall Metal

Plaster Wood

0.0 0.0 0.1 0.3 0.1 0.0

0.1 0.1 0.1 0.1 0.1 0.1

0.5 mg/cm2 Brick Concrete Drywall Metal

Plaster Wood

0.0 0.0 0.0 0.2 0.0 0.0

0.2 0.2 0.2 0.2 0.2 0.2

1.0 mg/cm2 Brick Concrete Drywall Metal

Plaster Wood

0.0 0.0 0.0 0.2 0.0 0.0

0.3 0.3 0.3 0.3 0.3 0.3

2.0 mg/cm2 Brick Concrete Drywall Metal

Plaster Wood

-0.1 -0.1 -0.1 0.1 -0.1 -0.1

0.4 0.4 0.4 0.4 0.4 0.4

*Precision at 1 standard deviation.

CLASSIFICATION RESULTS:

XRF results are classified as positive if they are greater than the upper boundary of the inconclusive range, and negative if they are less than the lower boundary of the inconclusive range, or inconclusive if in between. The inconclusive range includes both its upper and lower bounds. Earlier editions of this XRF Performance Characteristics Sheet did not include both bounds of the inconclusive range as "inconclusive." While this edition of the Performance Characteristics Sheet uses a different system, the specific XRF readings that are considered positive, negative, or inconclusive for a given XRF model and substrate remain unchanged, so previous inspection results are not affected.

DOCUMENTATION:

An EPA document titled Methodology for XRF Performance Characteristic Sheets provides an explanation of the statistical methodology used to construct the data in the sheets, and provides empirical results from using the recommended inconclusive ranges or thresholds for specific XRF instruments. For a copy of this document call the National Lead Information Center Clearinghouse at 1- 800-424-LEAD. A HUD document titled A Nonparametric Method for Estimating the 5th and 95th Percentile Curves of Variable-Time XRF Readings Based on Monotone Regression provides supplemental information on the methodology for variable-time XRF instruments. A copy of this document can be obtained from the HUD lead web site, www.hud.gov/lea.

This edition of the XRF Performance Characteristic Sheet was developed by QuanTech, Inc., under a contract from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). HUD has determined that the information provided here is acceptable when used as guidance in conjunction with Chapter 7, Lead-Based Paint Inspection, of HUD’s Guidelines for the Evaluation and Control of Lead-Based Paint Hazards in Housing.

ANALYTICAL ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES INTERNATIONAL, INC.

611 Monserrate Street, 2nd. Floor, Santurce, P. R. 00907

Client Name: Puerto Rico Highways and Transportation Authority 12/28/18

Project Name: ACM-LBP survey for PR-144 Km 6.3 to 18.2, Jayuya to Ciales Elme Rivera

HWY-205, 203, 212, 216, 208, 207, 206

Address: Jayuya to Ciales, Puerto Rico 3669

Reading # Structure Room Substrate Color Component & Location

XRF

Reading

Laboratory

Result (% or mg/cm

1 Calibration 1.0

2 Calibration 1.0

3 Calibration 1.0

4 PR-144 Km 6.3 (206) Concrete Yellow Barrier (Right) 3.4

5 PR-144 Km 6.3 Asphalt White Floor Line Left 0.1

6 PR-144 Km 6.3 Asphalt White Floor Line Right 0.0

7 PR-144 Km 6.3 Asphalt White Floor Line Left 0.2

8 PR-144 Km 6.3 Asphalt White Floor Line Right -0.1

9 PR-144 Km 6.8 (207) Asphalt White Floor Line Left 0.3

10 PR-144 Km 6.8 Asphalt White Floor Line Right 0.1

11 PR-144 Km 6.8 Asphalt White Floor Line Left 0.2

12 PR-144 Km 6.8 Asphalt White Floor Line Right 0.1

13 PR-144 Km 6.8 Concrete White Light Post Lower 0.4

14 PR-144 Km 6.8 Concrete Peach Light Post Upper 0.1

15 PR-144 Km 7.25 (208) Asphalt White Floor Line Left 0.1

16 PR-144 Km 7.25 Asphalt White Floor Line Right 0.1

17 PR-144 Km 7.25 Asphalt White Floor Line Right -0.1

18 PR-144 Km 7.25 Asphalt White Floor Line Left 0.2

LEAD BASED PAINT TESTING DATA SHEET

Date:

Inspector:

XRF Serial No.:

Approved by: Ady Padan, Ph.D

Date: 12/28/18

Client Name: Puerto Rico Highways and Transportation Authority 12/28/18

Project Name: ACM-LBP survey for PR-144 Km 6.3 to 18.2, Jayuya to Ciales Elme Rivera

HWY-205, 203, 212, 216, 208, 207, 206

Address: Jayuya to Ciales, Puerto Rico 3669

Reading # Structure Room Substrate Color Component & Location

XRF

Reading

Laboratory

Result (% or mg/cm

LEAD BASED PAINT TESTING DATA SHEET

Date:

Inspector:

XRF Serial No.:

19 PR-144 Km 10.8 Asphalt White Floor Line Left 0.1

20 PR-144 Km 10.8 Asphalt White Floor Line Right 0.2

21 PR-144 Km 10.8 Asphalt White Floor Line Left -0.1

22 PR-144 Km 10.8 Asphalt White Floor Line Right -0.2

23 PR-144 Km 11.35 Asphalt White Floor Line Left 0.3

24 PR-144 Km 11.35 Asphalt White Floor Line Right -0.1

25 PR-144 Km 11.35 Asphalt White Floor Line Left 0.0

26 PR-144 Km 11.35 Asphalt White Floor Line Right -0.1

27 PR-144 Km 12.1 (216) Asphalt White Floor Line Left 0.1

28 PR-144 Km 12.1 Asphalt White Floor Line Right -0.1

29 PR-144 Km 12.1 Asphalt White Floor Line Left 0.2

30 PR-144 Km 12.1 Asphalt White Floor Line Right 0.1

31 PR-144 Km 12.1 Concrete Yellow Barrier (Right) 0.3

32 PR-144 Km 12.1 Concrete Yellow Barrier (Right) -0.1

33 PR-144 Km 12.6 (212) Asphalt White Floor Line Left 0.1

34 PR-144 Km 12.6 Asphalt White Floor Line Right -0.2

35 PR-144 Km 12.6 Asphalt White Floor Line Left 0.1

36 PR-144 Km 12.6 Asphalt White Floor Line Right 0.2

Client Name: Puerto Rico Highways and Transportation Authority 12/28/18

Project Name: ACM-LBP survey for PR-144 Km 6.3 to 18.2, Jayuya to Ciales Elme Rivera

HWY-205, 203, 212, 216, 208, 207, 206

Address: Jayuya to Ciales, Puerto Rico 3669

Reading # Structure Room Substrate Color Component & Location

XRF

Reading

Laboratory

Result (% or mg/cm

LEAD BASED PAINT TESTING DATA SHEET

Date:

Inspector:

XRF Serial No.:

37 Calibration 0.9

38 Calibration 1.0

39 Calibration 1.0

40 PR-144 Km 12.7 Wood Brown Light Post -0.1

41 PR-144 Km 12.7 Asphalt White Floor Line Left 0.3

42 PR-144 Km 12.7 Asphalt White Floor Line Right -0.2

43 PR-144 Km 13.6 Asphalt White Floor Line Left -0.2

44 PR-144 Km 13.6 Asphalt White Floor Line Right 0.1

45 PR-144 Km 13.6 Asphalt White Floor Line Left 0.1

46 PR-144 Km 13.6 Asphalt White Floor Line Right 0.3

47 PR-144 Km 13.6 Floor Line Left 0.1

48 PR-144 Km 13.6 Floor Line Right 0.2

49 PR-144 Km 13.6 Floor Line Left 0.1

50 PR-144 Km 13.6 Floor Line Right -0.1

51 PR-144 Km 12.7 Asphalt White Floor Line Left 0.1

52 PR-144 Km 12.7 Asphalt White Floor Line Right -0.2

53 PR-144 Km 12.7 Wood Brown Light Post 0.1

54 Calibration 1.0

55 Calibration 1.0

56 Calibration 1.0

RE-TESTING

Client Name: Puerto Rico Highways and Transportation Authority 1/2/19

Project Name: ACM-LBP survey for PR-144 Km 6.3 to 18.2, Jayuya to Ciales Elme Rivera

HWY-205, 203, 212, 216, 208, 207, 206

Address: Jayuya to Ciales, Puerto Rico 3669

Reading # Structure Room Substrate Color Component & Location

XRF

Reading

Laboratory

Result (% or mg/cm

1 Calibration 1.0

2 Calibration 1.0

3 Calibration 1.0

4 PR-144 Km 18.2 (205) Asphalt White Floor Line Left -0.1

5 PR-144 Km 18.2 Asphalt White Floor Line Right -0.2

6 PR-144 Km 18.2 Asphalt White Floor Line Left -0.1

7 PR-144 Km 18.2 Asphalt White Floor Line Right -0.2

8 PR-144 Km 14.35 (203) Concrete Brown Light Post Right -0.1

9 PR-144 Km 14.35 Asphalt White Floor Line Left 0.2

10 PR-144 Km 14.35 Asphalt White Floor Line Right 0.1

11 Calibration 1.1

12 Calibration 1.0

13 Calibration 1.0

14 PR-144 Km 14.35 Asphalt White Floor Line Left 0.1

15 PR-144 Km 14.35 Asphalt White Floor Line Right 0.2

16 PR-144 Km 14.35 Concrete Brown Light Post 0.1

LEAD BASED PAINT TESTING DATA SHEET

Date:

Inspector:

XRF Serial No.:

RE-TESTING

Date: 1/2/19

Client Name: Puerto Rico Highways and Transportation Authority 1/2/19

Project Name: ACM-LBP survey for PR-144 Km 6.3 to 18.2, Jayuya to Ciales Elme Rivera

HWY-205, 203, 212, 216, 208, 207, 206

Address: Jayuya to Ciales, Puerto Rico 3669

Reading # Structure Room Substrate Color Component & Location

XRF

Reading

Laboratory

Result (% or mg/cm

LEAD BASED PAINT TESTING DATA SHEET

Date:

Inspector:

XRF Serial No.:

17 PR-144 Km 18.2 Asphalt White Floor Line Left 0.2

18 PR-144 Km 18.2 Asphalt White Floor Line Right -0.1

19 PR-144 Km 18.2 Asphalt White Floor Line Left 0.1

20 PR-144 Km 18.2 Asphalt White Floor Line Right 0.2

21 Calibration 1.0

22 Calibration 1.1

23 Calibration 1.0

RE-TESTING

Date: 1/2/19

Selective Photos

Yellow Concrete Barrier

Painted with LBP

Road PR 144, Km. 6.3 Jayuya to Ciales, PR

TABLE OF CONTENTS

2.0 GENERAL BACKGROUND

3.0 PROJECT IDENTIFICATION/DESCRIPTION

4.0 METHODS OF BUILDING INSPECTIONS

5.0 SAMPLING METHODS

6.0 INSPECTION RESULTS AND CONCLUSIONS

7.0 CONCLUSIONS

APPENDIX I - AESI Certifications and Accreditations

APPENDIX II - Hazard Assessment

APPENDIX III - Analytical Results

APPENDIX IV - Project Location

A survey for Asbestos Containing Materials (ACM) was conducted by Analytical Environmental Services

International (AES International), Inc. for road PR-144, Km 6.3 to Km 18.2, Jayuya to Ciales, PR (ER-HWY-205, 203, 212, 216, 208, 207, 206).

The inspection was conducted on 12/28/2018 and 1/2/2019 by Elme Rivera, an EQB/AHERA certified asbestos inspector.

The scope of the survey included sampling and physical assessments of suspected ACM from the road section.

Three (3) samples were collected from suspected ACM present. Asbestos fibers were not detected in any of the samples collected and analyzed.

A survey for Asbestos Containing Materials (ACM) was conducted by Analytical

Environmental Services International, Inc. (AES International) for PR-144 from Km 6.3 to Km 18.2, Jayuya to Ciales, PR (ER-HWY-205, 203, 212, 216, 208, 207, 206).

The survey was conducted on 12/28/2018 and 1/2/2019 by Elme Rivera, an

EQB/AHERA certified asbestos building inspector (see Appendix I for credentials).

The inspection was performed based on a modified Asbestos Hazards Emergency

Response Act (AHERA) protocol, according to the following scenario:

• The road was divided in functional spaces (in Km)

• Visual inspection was performed

• Samples were collected from suspect material

2.0 GENERAL BACKGROUND

Asbestos was used in the construction industry from 1900 to 1989. It is still being used today in various products. The health effects of asbestos have been studied since the

1930's. More health studies have been conducted in asbestos than any other natural substance. The mere presence of asbestos containing materials does not necessary constitute a health hazard. However, when these materials become disturbed from building renovation, maintenance, or other every day activities that allow fibers to be released into the environment, a potential hazard does exist.

The relationship between exposure level and health risk is very complex. Although this relationship is not completely understood, asbestos exposure has been associated with various types of lung diseases including a debilitating lung disease called ASBESTOSIS;

a rare cancer of chest called MESOTHELIOMA; and cancers of the esophagus, stomach, colon and other organs. Asbestosis is not fatal; it is however incurable. One who has it cannot breathe easily, and physical activity becomes limited. MESOTHELIOMA is

100% fatal, as there is no cure. These diseases can be directly linked to asbestos because of the mineral particles that can be found in the lining of the lungs and stomach, since the body cannot absorb these minerals. Tests have determined that asbestos can cause cancer, but scientists disagree on the amount of asbestos fibers that must be inhaled to cause cancer. The nose filters out all visible particles. Therefore, only the microscopic fibers are the one who cause the problems.

Studies indicate different health effect resulting from exposure to chrysotile asbestos versus exposure to the amphibole form of asbestos. The later, which include tremolite, amosite, actinolite, anthophyllite and crocidolite have more significant health impact than chrysotile.

Some scientists cite studies concluding that is the size of the fibers deposited in the lungs that result in cancer. Long, thin fibers, greater than 8 microns in length and less than

0.25 microns in diameter show the highest potential of cancer development.

2.1 National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP)

The EPA Asbestos NESHAP standard defines friable ACM as any material containing more than one (1) percent asbestos that, when dry, can be crumbled, pulverized, or reduced to powder by hand pressure. Non-friable ACM is any material that contains more than one (1) percent asbestos and cannot be crumbled, pulverized, or reduced to powder by hand pressure.

The EPA's rules concerning the application, removal, and disposal of ACM, as well as manufacturing, spraying and fabricating of ACM were issued under the asbestos

NESHAP regulation (U.S. EPA National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air

Pollutants, 40 CFR 61 Subpart M, October 30, 1987). The asbestos NESHAP regulation governs asbestos demolition and renovation projects in all facilities. The NESHAP rule usually requires owners or operators to have all friable ACM removed before the building is demolished and may require its removal before renovation. If friable ACM shall be disturbed, the NESHAP rule may require appropriate work practices, or procedures for emission control. The rule states that any ACM, which may become friable, poses a potential hazard that should be addressed.

A revised NESHAP ruling was released on November 20, 1990, effective February 20, 1991 which includes as the responsibility of the owner, or operator, to "prior to the commencement of the demolition or renovation, thoroughly inspect the affected facility or part of the facility where demolition or renovation operation will occur for the presence of asbestos, including Category I and Category II non-friable ACM." (40 CFR, Part 61, National Emission Standards for hazardous Air Pollutants, Asbestos NESHAP

Revision, Final Rule, November 20, 1990).

3.0 PROJECT IDENTIFICATION/DESCRIPTION

Project consist of rehabiltation of a road PR-144 Km 6.3 to Km 18.2, Jayuya to Ciales, PR.

4.0 METHODS OF BUILDING INSPECTION

Each sample was classified according to the condition of Asbestos Containing Materials

(ACM) in that location and the potential for material disturbance. All the areas were visually inspected for components such as asphalt roads, curbs, parapets, railing and cementitious road.

5.0 SAMPLING METHODS

Three (3) samples were collected from asphalt on the road.

6.0 INSPECTION RESULTS

Suspected materials were observed during visual inspection. Three (3) samples were collected and analyzed. Results are presented in Appendix III. Asbestos fibers were not found in any of the samples collected and analyzed.

7.0 CONCLUSIONS

A survey for ACM was conducted for a road PR-144 Km 6.3 to Km 18.2, Jayuya to

Cilaes, PR. The materials surveyed were described above. No ACM were detected.

The ACM survey results do not include materials which are non-accessible, non-visible and may be present behind/inside the walls or hidden inside the structures. These materials must be assessed at the time of the modernization.

Elme Rivera, EQB Asbestos Inspector

Lic#: ASB-0418-0257-SI

Forma P GC-009

GOBIERNO DE PUERTO RICO

OFICINA DEL GOBERNADOR

JUNTA DE CALIDAD AMBIENTAL

Área de Calidad de Agua

CERTIFICACION DE NO PRESENCIA DE ASBESTO

EN ESTRUCTURAS A DEMOLERSE

(Deberá completarse en letra de molde o impresa)

PGC-_____________________

PARA USO OFICIAL

(Nombre) (Estado Civil) (Municipio)

Dirección Postal__________________________________ _________________________________________________ demolición se encuentra libre de asbesto.

2. La información antes indicada es cierta y correcta.

3. Afirmo y reconozco las consecuencias de incluir y someter información falsa en este documento.

(Municipio)

Firma y Sello del Profesional o

Firma del Inspector de Asbesto registrado por la JCA (Original)

Nota: Ingenieros o Arquitectos deberán someter evidencia de que se encuentra al día en el pago de sus cuotas de colegiación e Inspectores de Asbesto deberán someter evidencia de la tarjeta de registro provista por la JCA.

Dirección Física: Ave. Ponce de León 1308, Carr. Estatal 8838, Sector el Cinco, Río Piedras, PR 00926

Dirección Postal: Apartado 11488, Santurce, PR 00910-

Elme Rivera Casado Yo, ______________________________, mayor de edad,______________, y vecino de__ _______________________ Vega Baja

Vega Baja Lakes Calle 11 L31 00693 (Pueblo) (Zip Code)

Vega Baja

787 724 5788

969 1311 787 722 0220

4. Para que así conste, firmo la presente certificación en ___________________ __________________ de Puerto Rico,

* Esta certificacion es exclusivamente para las areas muestreadas.

Tel. (787) 767-8181 • Fax (787) 767-1962 hoy día ____ de ____________________ de ________

Teléfonos: Residencial (______) ______- ________ Oficina (______) ______- ________ Ext.________ Fax (______) ______- ________

Certifico que:

1. La estructura localizada en__________________________________________________, la cual será objeto de una

San Juan

8 enero 2019 amarin Typewritten text Road PR-144 Km 6.3 - 18.2, Jayuya, PR

ASBESTOS SAMPLE INSPECTION FORM FOR PHYSICAL & HAZARD ASSESSMENT

Client Name Horacio E. Díaz PE, MCE Structure : Road PR-144

Project Name:

Apartment:

Inspection Date: 12/28/18, 1/2/19 Page: 1 of 1

Homogeneous Material Description Material Asbestos Friability Location Asbestos

Total

Square

AHERA

Assessment Hazard

I.D. Number Material Description Category Content of Materials Contents Feet of

ACM

Category (1-7,X, None)

Ranking (1-7)

144-ER1 Asphalt on the road, Km 6.3 (206) Misc. No NF All PR-144 ND x

144-ER2 Asphalt on the road, Km 10.8 (208) Misc. No NF All PR-144 ND x

144-ER3 Asphalt on the road, Km 12.7 (212) Misc. No NF All PR-144 ND x

Inspected by: Elme Rivera Date:

Friability: F = friable, NF = nonfriable, X = not applicable (material is non-ACBM)

AHERA Assessment Category: 1 = Damaged of significantly damaged TSI ACBM; 2 = Damaged friable surfacing ACBM; 3 = Significantly damaged friable surfacing ACBM;

4 = Damaged or significantly damaged friable miscellaneous ACBM; 5 = ACBM with potential for damage; 6 = ACBM with potential for significant damage;

7 = Any remaining friable ACBM or friable suspected ACBM; X = Not applicable (material is non-ACBM or non-friable surfacing or miscellaneous materials);

None = No assessment category provided in original inspection.

Hazard Ranking Category: 1 = Significantly damaged; 2 = Damaged and potential of significant damage; 3 = Damaged and potential for damage; 4 = Damaged;

5 = Potential for significant damage; 6 = Potential for damage; 7 = All remaining ACBM

* - Unless Specified, the Asbestos Type is Chrysotile; ND - None Detected

12/28/18 ; 1/2/19

Km 6.3, 6.8, 7.25, 10.8, 11.35, 12.1, 12.6, 12.7, 13.6, 14.35, 18.2

ACM-LBP survey for PR-144 Km 6.3 to 18.2, Jayuya to Ciales (ER-HWY-

205, 203, 212, 216, 208, 207, 206)

Appendix IV

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