Att 5 - Fort Harrison EHRM - Specification Appendix A.pdf

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Technical Specifications – Appendix A

Hazardous Material Survey

May 20, 2022

Department of Veterans Health Administration

Electronic Health Record Modernization (EHRM)

Infrastructure Upgrades – Fort Harrison, MT

Contract No. 36C77621C0112

Montana VA Health Care System

Fort Harrison

3687 Veterans Drive

Fort Harrison, Montana 59636

US Department of Veterans Affairs

Program Contracting Activity Central (PCAC)

6150 Oak Tree Blvd., Suite 300

Independence, OH 44131

Prepared by:

GDM of Oregon

1401 W 34th Ave Suite 200

Anchorage, Alaska 99503

Montana VA Health Care System (MVAHCS) 100% Construction Documents

Fort Harrison, MT 5/20/2022

Electronic Health Records Modernization (EHRM)

Infrastructure Upgrades

Fort Harrison, MT

VA Project No. 463-21-700

HAZARDOUS MATERIALS SURVEY

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Page #

Building 16 ……………………………………………………………………………………………3

Building 20 ……………………………………………………………………………………………17

Building 141……………………………………………………………………………………………32

Building 154 ……………………………………………………………………………………………60

Building 154A ….………………………………………………………………………………………84

Building 169 ……………………………………………………………………………………………102

Building 170 ……………………………………………………………………………………………119

Building 171 ……………………………………………………………………………………………126

Asbestos • Lead-Based • Paint • Industrial Hygiene • Indoor Air Quality

201 South 30th Street Billings, Montana 59101

Phone: 406/245-7766

FAX: 406/254-1428

Billings, MT ♦ Helena, MT

April 8, 2022

Mr. Conrad Chandler, PE Project Managers GDM Architects – Engineers 1401 W. 34th Avenue, Suite 200 Anchorage, AK 99503

RE: Letter Report - Building 16

Limited Asbestos and Lead Based Paint Survey Montana VA Healthcare System Electronic Heath Record Modernization (EHRM)

Infrastructure Upgrades – Project No. 436-21-700 Ft. Harrison VA Hospital Helena, Montana

Northern Project Number 399-1078

Dear Mr. Chandler:

This letter report provides the summarized results of the limited asbestos and lead-based paint survey conducted by Todd Schneider (MTA-5179 expires 8/13/2022) of Northern Industrial Hygiene, Inc. (Northern) on March 7 and March 14, 2022, at the above referenced site. The limited survey was conducted to identify potential hazardous materials (asbestos and lead-based-paint) that may be present in the finish materials that will be impacted by the planned renovation.

Overview of Building

Because of the limited scope of this survey general building information was not gathered.

Building finishes that will be affected by this renovation include cement finished floors and gypsum board or wood finished walls. The ceiling is open metal rafter.

Asbestos Overview

Asbestos is a trade name for a group of fibrous naturally occurring minerals that were used widely in building materials because of its ability to bind, resist chemicals, insulate, and fireproof. Exposure to elevated levels of asbestos fibers has been documented to cause a variety of diseases including asbestosis and cancer. Consequently, the application, removal, and disposal of asbestos-containing materials are regulated by several agencies.

Asbestos in most building materials poses little threat to human health as long as the asbestos fibers are securely bound within the building material. However, as the materials deteriorate because of time or exposure, or are disturbed because of human or other activities, the potential increases for the fibers to become airborne. When this occurs, the risk to human health increases significantly when the fibers are inhaled.

Mr. Conrad Chandler, PE Limited Asbestos & LBP Survey Building 16 Fort Harrison Veterans Administration Helena, Montana

Northern Industrial Hygiene, Inc.

Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations, (29 CFR Parts 1910 and 1926) define an asbestos-containing material as:

• Any material that contains more than one percent asbestos and also defines certain high-risk materials, which are presumed to contain asbestos, as Presumed Asbestos-containing Materials (PACM). The PACM designation applies to thermal system insulation, sprayed on or troweled on surfacing material and debris where such material is present. The PACM terminology was added to ensure compliance with the hazard communication provisions of the laws and specifically for buildings constructed prior to 1980.

The National Emissions Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP), (40 CFR, Part 61, Subpart M) defines regulated asbestos containing material (RACM) as follows:

• Friable asbestos-containing material containing more than one percent asbestos, which has been applied on ceilings, walls, structural members, piping, duct work, or any other part of a building, which when dry, may be crumbled, pulverized, or reduced to powder by hand pressure. The term includes non-friable asbestos-containing materials after it becomes damaged, by any means, such that when dry, it may be crumbled, pulverized, or reduced to powder by hand-pressure.

Lead-Based Paint Overview

Lead is found in the paint on the inside and outside of many buildings. Most buildings constructed prior to World War II had lead-based paint applied to the interior or exterior surfaces. Some paints introduced up until 1977 contained some level of lead. Regulations enforced by the Consumer Product Safety Commission banned the use of all but small amounts of lead in paints in 1978. However, manufacturers are still allowed to produce paints containing up to 90 parts per million lead.

If the paint which contains lead is in poor or damaged condition, persons working or living in the area can be exposed to small paint chips or lead-containing dust. Exposure can also result from construction, demolition, repair and refinish (sanding) operations or from the torch cutting or burning of painted materials.

Exposure to the lead can also occur as a result of hobbies or sports. Individuals who work with lead while making stained glass or while melting lead to make sinkers or bullets, or individuals that reload ammunition are all exposed to varying levels of lead.

Survey Procedures

Asbestos Sampling Procedures

The asbestos survey was conducted using the applicable portions of the currently recognized standard protocol developed for schools under AHERA, as promulgated in Title 40, Code of Federal Regulations (40 CFR), Part 763 and as amended in the Federal Register and as

Building 16 Fort Harrison Veterans Administration established in the Administrative Rules of Montana (ARM 17.74.354). Since the primary concern for this investigation was to identify potential asbestos hazards in select areas of the building, Northern representatives visually inspected existing conditions considering each construction, addition, or renovation date as separate, unique buildings, if applicable.

Laboratory Analysis of Bulk Asbestos Samples

Bulk samples collected during the inspection were assigned bulk sample numbers and entered on sample summary/chain-of-custody forms. The samples were submitted to the laboratory by overnight courier under standard chain-of-custody procedures. The analysis was conducted in accordance with EPA Method 600/R-93/116, which employs polarized light microscopic techniques with dispersion staining for identification of mineral forms of asbestos. The quantification of asbestos in the sample is intended to be an estimate only and the limit of detection for this method is approximately 1% by volume.

Lead-Based Paint

Lead-Based Paint Survey Procedures

The painted surfaces in this survey were analyzed for the presence of lead using a portable X-ray fluorescence instrument (XRF) manufactured for paint analysis. Portable XRF instruments expose the painted surface(s) to X-rays that cause lead to fluoresce with a characteristic frequency. The intensity of this fluorescence is measured by the instrument's detector and is then converted into a number that represents the amount of lead in the paint per unit area (milligrams per square centimeter). The XRF instrument has the capability to analyze the lead content of multiple layers of paint at one time.

The XRF is the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) preferred method for measuring the lead level in paint. Laboratory analysis of paint-chip samples is recommended for components that cannot be tested using XRF instruments or to confirm inconclusive XRF results. Northern uses the XRF instrument manufactured by NITON Corporation. The instrument is calibrated prior to, following and periodically during each day of field-testing. All field data is stored electronically by the instrument for direct transfer to computer and is also recorded on field forms.

The person performing this XRF survey has received specific training in the use and interpretation of data collected by this instrument and is familiar with the radiation safety requirements and proper use of the device.

For labeling and definition purposes in this report, the term lead-based paint means paint or other surface coatings that contain lead at a concentration equal to or greater than 1.0 mg/cm2 as measured using an XRF. This definition is used by HUD and does not specifically apply to exposure concerns under the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA).

Building 16 Fort Harrison Veterans Administration

Because OSHA does not recognize a threshold of lead content in paint for personnel exposure concerns, the definition of lead-based paint in this report should be used only to discriminate paint with relatively high lead content from paint with relatively low lead content.

Survey Findings

Asbestos

A total of two (2) homogeneous areas of building materials were identified in this limited survey.

These two materials were sampled following the sample collection requirements outlined under the EPA, AHERA legislation. Laboratory results revealed that none of the sampled materials contains asbestos.

For additional information refer to Table 1 and the attached laboratory report.

Lead-Based Paint

This survey was limited to conducting testing of the painted wood panel and gypsum board walls.

Lead paint was not detected on either of the materials tested.

Reference Tables 2 and 3 for a description of identified painted building components and XRF test results.

Conclusions and Recommendations

Asbestos

Since no asbestos containing materials were identified in this limited survey, Northern offers no recommendations as to the handling of these materials.

Lead-Based Paint

Since no lead-based paint materials were identified in this limited survey, Northern offers no recommendations as to the handling of these materials.

Should materials other than those included in this report be identified, Northern recommends contacting a Montana accredited asbestos inspector to sample and characterize the material for the presence of asbestos prior to it being disturbed.

Limitations

This limited asbestos and lead-based paint survey report was prepared based on information obtained during our on-site observations and interpretation of the XRF data as well as the

Building 16 Fort Harrison Veterans Administration laboratory results of bulk samples of building materials collected during the survey. The conclusions of this report are professional opinions based solely upon our visual site observations and interpretations of laboratory analyses and field data as described in our report.

This report has been prepared to provide information concerning the absence or presence of asbestos and lead-based paint in the building materials anticipated to be disturbed at this site.

It includes only those materials that were visible and accessible at the time of our inspection.

We did not remove any permanent building enclosures or disassemble any equipment.

This survey report is intended to identify asbestos-containing materials and lead-based paint coated building components. It is not intended to be used for the purpose of obtaining bids for their removal by abatement contractors. The scope of services completed by Northern may not be appropriate to satisfy the needs of other users, and any use or re-use of this document, or the findings presented herein, is at the sole risk of the user.

Our opinions are intended exclusively for use by GDM Architects - Engineers. The opinions presented herein apply to the site conditions existing at the time of our investigation. Therefore, our opinions and recommendations may not apply to future conditions that may exist at the site that we have not had the opportunity to evaluate.

We trust this summary report provides sufficient information for planning purposes. We appreciate the opportunity to assist you and look forward to continuing to work with you.

It was a pleasure to assist you with this project. Please call if you have any questions on our report, or if you need any additional assistance.

Respectfully submitted, NORTHERN INDUSTRIAL HYGIENE, INC.

Todd Schneider Montana State Asbestos Inspector EPA Certified Lead-Based Paint Risk Assessor

Attachments: Tables 1-3 Asbestos Laboratory Analysis Report Inspector Credentials Invoice

TABLE 1

SUMMARY OF MATERIALS SUSPECTED TO CONTAIN ASBESTOS

AND LABORATORY RESULTS

Fort Harrison Building 16 Veterans Drive

Helena, Montana

Material Number Material Description Friable

(Y/N) Sample Locations Laboratory Results

M3.1 Gypsum Board System (Tape, Joint Compound, Gypsum Board) N Laundry Area All Layers ND

M14.1 Concrete N Laundry Area ND

NS = Material Not Sampled ND = No Asbestos Detected Confirmed Asbestos-Containing Materials Shown in Bold Type Table 1

TABLE 2

IDENTIFIED PAINTED BUILDING COMPONENTS XRF SCREENING RESULTS

Material Color Material Screening Number Building Component Substrate (at time of survey) Condition Result*

L1 Wall Wood White Intact ND

L2 Wall Drywall White Intact ND

* LBP = Lead-based paint - equal to or greater than 1.0 mg/cm2 measured using XRF screening.

* LCP =Lead-containing paint - detectable lead at less than 1.0 mg/cm2 measured using XRF screening.

* ND = No lead detected ** Reference Table 4 for locations of confirmed materials.

Fort Harrison Building 16 Veterans Drive

Identified Materials and XRF Screening Results Page 2 of 3 Table 2

TABLE 3

RESULTS OF XRF INSTRUMENT PAINT TESTING

Site Insp. Floor Room Side Read.

No Mat.

No.

Component Substrate Color Cond.

Lead Content

(mg/cm2) Result

16 TS N/A truck bay N/A 1 N/A CALIBRATE N/A RED N/A 1.1 Positive

16 TS N/A truck bay N/A 2 N/A CALIBRATE N/A RED N/A 1 Positive

16 TS N/A truck bay N/A 3 N/A CALIBRATE N/A RED N/A 0.8 Negative

16 TS 1 truck bay C 4 1 WALL WOOD WHITE INTACT 0 Negative

16 TS 1 truck bay C 5 1 WALL WOOD WHITE INTACT 0 Negative

16 TS 1 truck bay D 6 1 WALL WOOD WHITE INTACT 0 Negative

16 TS 1 truck bay D 7 2 WALL DRYWALL WHITE INTACT 0 Negative

16 TS 1 truck bay D 8 2 WALL DRYWALL WHITE INTACT 0 Negative

16 TS 1 truck bay D 9 2 WALL DRYWALL WHITE INTACT 0 Negative

16 TS 1 truck bay N/A 10 N/A CALIBRATE N/A RED N/A 1.1 Positive

16 TS 1 truck bay N/A 11 N/A CALIBRATE N/A RED N/A 1 Positive

16 TS 1 truck bay N/A 12 N/A CALIBRATE N/A RED N/A 1.1 Positive

* Null - Result was invalid. The area was retested.

Fort Harrison Building 16

Helena, Montana Veterans Drive

Summary of XRF Instrument Readings Page 3 of 3 Table 3

EMSL Analytical, Inc.

3356 West Catalina Drive Phoenix, AZ 85017

Tel/Fax: (602) 276-4344 / (602) 276-4053 http://www.EMSL.com / phoenixlab@emsl.com

122201271EMSL Order:

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Customer PO:

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Attention: Phone:Todd Schneider (406) 245-7766

Fax:Northern Industrial Hygiene, Inc. (406) 254-1428

Received Date:201 South 30th Street 03/08/2022 11:30 AM

Analysis Date:Billings, MT 59101 03/11/2022

Collected Date: 03/07/2022

Project: FT. Harrison Bldg 16

Test Report: Asbestos Analysis of Bulk Materials via EPA 600/R-93/116 Method using Polarized

Light Microscopy

Sample Description Appearance % Fibrous % Non-Fibrous

Non-Asbestos Asbestos

% Type

M3.1A-Tape

122201271-0001

None DetectedNon-fibrous (Other)1%Cellulose99%Beige

Fibrous

Homogeneous

Gypsum Board

System

M3.1A-Joint Compound

122201271-0001A

None DetectedCa Carbonate

Non-fibrous (Other)

20%

80%

White

Non-Fibrous

Homogeneous

Gypsum Board

System

M3.1A-Gypsum Board

122201271-0001B

None DetectedGypsum

Non-fibrous (Other)

85%

5%

Cellulose10%Brown/White

Fibrous

Heterogeneous

Gypsum Board

System

M3.1B-Tape

122201271-0002

None DetectedNon-fibrous (Other)1%Cellulose99%Beige

Fibrous

Homogeneous

Gypsum Board

System

M3.1B-Joint Compound

122201271-0002A

None DetectedCa Carbonate

Non-fibrous (Other)

20%

80%

White

Non-Fibrous

Homogeneous

Gypsum Board

System

M3.1B-Gypsum Board

122201271-0002B

None DetectedGypsum

Non-fibrous (Other)

85%

5%

Cellulose10%Brown/White

Fibrous

Heterogeneous

Gypsum Board

System

M3.1C-Tape

122201271-0003

None DetectedNon-fibrous (Other)1%Cellulose99%Beige

Fibrous

Homogeneous

Gypsum Board

System

M3.1C-Joint Compound

122201271-0003A

None DetectedCa Carbonate

Non-fibrous (Other)

20%

80%

White

Non-Fibrous

Homogeneous

Gypsum Board

System

Paint excluded.

M3.1C-Gypsum Board

122201271-0003B

None DetectedGypsum

Non-fibrous (Other)

85%

3%

Cellulose

Glass

10%

2%

Brown/White

Fibrous

Heterogeneous

Gypsum Board

System

M14.1A

122201271-0004

None DetectedNon-fibrous (Other)100%Gray

Non-Fibrous

Homogeneous

Concrete

M14.1B

122201271-0005

None DetectedNon-fibrous (Other)100%Gray

Non-Fibrous

Homogeneous

Concrete

M14.1C

122201271-0006

None DetectedNon-fibrous (Other)100%Gray

Non-Fibrous

Homogeneous

Concrete

Initial report from: 03/15/2022 11:59:45

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Analyst(s)

Erica Furphy (4)

Shelby Baker (8)

Michelle Wilson, 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. The above analyses were performed in general compliance with Appendix E to Subpart E of 40 CFR (previously EPA 600/M4-82-020 “Interim Method”) but augmented with procedures outlined in the 1993 (”final”) version of the method. This report must not be used by the client to claim product certification, approval, or endorsement by NVLAP, NIST or any agency of the federal government. Non- friable organically bound materials present a problem matrix and therefore EMSL recommends gravimetric reduction prior to analysis . Unless requested by the client, building materials manufactured with multiple layers (i.e. linoleum, wallboard, etc.) are reported as a single sample. Estimation of uncertainty is available on request.

Samples analyzed by EMSL Analytical, Inc. Phoenix, AZ NVLAP Lab Code 200811-0, AZ0937, CO AL-19027

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Phone: 406/245-7766

FAX: 406/254-1428

Billings, MT ♦ Helena, MT

April 8, 2022

Mr. Conrad Chandler, PE Project Managers GDM Architects – Engineers

RE: Letter Report - Building 20

Montana VA Healthcare System Electronic Heath Record Modernization (EHRM)

Infrastructure Upgrades – Project No. 436-21-700 Ft. Harrison VA Hospital Helena, Montana

Northern Project Number 399-1078

Dear Mr. Chandler:

This letter report provides the summarized results of the limited asbestos and lead-based paint survey conducted by Todd Schneider (MTA-5179 expires 8/13/2022) of Northern Industrial Hygiene, Inc. (Northern) on March 7 and March 14, 2022, at the above referenced site. The limited survey was conducted to identify potential hazardous materials (asbestos and lead-based-paint) that may be present in the finish materials that will be impacted by the planned renovation.

Overview of Building

Because of the limited scope of this survey general building information was not gathered.

Building finishes that will be affected by this renovation include concrete finished floors, brick and wood panel finished walls, with a wood finished ceiling.

The insulation observed on the domestic water lines in this area include fiberglass straight pipe with fiberglass or PVC fittings.

Asbestos Overview

Asbestos is a trade name for a group of fibrous naturally occurring minerals that were used widely in building materials because of its ability to bind, resist chemicals, insulate, and fireproof. Exposure to elevated levels of asbestos fibers has been documented to cause a variety of diseases including asbestosis and cancer. Consequently, the application, removal, and disposal of asbestos-containing materials are regulated by several agencies.

Asbestos in most building materials poses little threat to human health as long as the asbestos fibers are securely bound within the building material. However, as the materials deteriorate because of time or exposure, or are disturbed because of human or other activities, the

Limited Hazardous Materials Survey Building 20 Fort Harrison Veterans Administration

Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations, (29 CFR Parts 1910 and 1926) define an asbestos-containing material as:

• Any material that contains more than one percent asbestos and also defines certain high-risk materials, which are presumed to contain asbestos, as Presumed Asbestos-containing Materials (PACM). The PACM designation applies to thermal system insulation, sprayed on or troweled on surfacing material and debris where such material is present. The PACM terminology was added to ensure compliance with the hazard communication provisions of the laws and specifically for buildings constructed prior to 1980.

The National Emissions Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP), (40 CFR, Part 61, Subpart M) defines regulated asbestos containing material (RACM) as follows:

• Friable asbestos-containing material containing more than one percent asbestos, which has been applied on ceilings, walls, structural members, piping, duct work, or any other part of a building, which when dry, may be crumbled, pulverized, or reduced to powder by hand pressure. The term includes non-friable asbestos-containing materials after it becomes damaged, by any means, such that when dry, it may be crumbled, pulverized, or reduced to powder by hand-pressure.

constructed prior to World War II had lead-based paint applied to the interior or exterior surfaces. Some paints introduced up until 1977 contained some level of lead. Regulations enforced by the Consumer Product Safety Commission banned the use of all but small amounts of lead in paints in 1978. However, manufacturers are still allowed to produce paints containing up to 90 parts per million lead.

If the paint which contains lead is in poor or damaged condition, persons working or living in the area can be exposed to small paint chips or lead-containing dust. Exposure can also result from construction, demolition, repair and refinish (sanding) operations or from the torch cutting or burning of painted materials.

Exposure to the lead can also occur as a result of hobbies or sports. Individuals who work with lead while making stained glass or while melting lead to make sinkers or bullets, or individuals that reload ammunition are all exposed to varying levels of lead.

Survey Procedures

Asbestos Sampling Procedures

The asbestos survey was conducted using the applicable portions of the currently recognized

Building 20 Fort Harrison Veterans Administration standard protocol developed for schools under AHERA, as promulgated in Title 40, Code of Federal Regulations (40 CFR), Part 763 and as amended in the Federal Register and as established in the Administrative Rules of Montana (ARM 17.74.354). Since the primary concern for this investigation was to identify potential asbestos hazards in select areas of the building, Northern representatives visually inspected existing conditions considering each construction, addition, or renovation date as separate, unique buildings, if applicable.

Laboratory Analysis of Bulk Asbestos Samples

Bulk samples collected during the survey were assigned bulk sample numbers and entered on sample summary/chain-of-custody forms. The samples were submitted to the laboratory by overnight courier under standard chain-of-custody procedures. The analysis was performed in accordance with EPA Method 600/R-93/116, which employs polarized light microscopic techniques with dispersion staining for identification of mineral forms of asbestos. The quantification of asbestos in the sample is intended to be an estimate only and the limit of detection for this method is approximately 1% by volume.

Lead-Based Paint

Lead-Based Paint Survey Procedures

The painted surfaces in this survey were analyzed for the presence of lead using a portable X-ray fluorescence instrument (XRF) manufactured for paint analysis. Portable XRF instruments expose the painted surface(s) to X-rays that cause lead to fluoresce with a characteristic frequency. The intensity of this fluorescence is measured by the instrument's detector and is then converted into a number that represents the amount of lead in the paint per unit area (milligrams per square centimeter). The XRF instrument has the capability to analyze the lead content of multiple layers of paint at one time.

The XRF is the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) preferred method for measuring the lead level in paint. Laboratory analysis of paint-chip samples is recommended for components that cannot be tested using XRF instruments or to confirm inconclusive XRF results. Northern uses the XRF instrument manufactured by NITON Corporation. The instrument is calibrated prior to, following and periodically during each day of field-testing. All field data is stored electronically by the instrument for direct transfer to computer and is also recorded on field forms.

The person conducting this XRF survey has received specific training in the use and interpretation of data collected by this instrument and is familiar with the radiation safety requirements and proper use of the device.

For labeling and definition purposes in this report, the term lead-based paint means paint or other surface coatings that contain lead at a concentration equal to or greater than 1.0 mg/cm2 as measured using an XRF. This definition is utilized by HUD and does not specifically apply to exposure concerns under the Occupational Safety and Health

Building 20 Fort Harrison Veterans Administration

Administration (OSHA).

Because OSHA does not recognize a threshold of lead content in paint for personnel exposure concerns, the definition of lead-based paint in this report should be used only to discriminate paint with relatively high lead content from paint with relatively low lead content.

Survey Findings

Asbestos

A total of five (5) homogeneous areas of building materials were identified in this limited survey.

Two (2) of these materials are not suspect for asbestos. These materials are the fiberglass insulation on the domestic water line straight pipes and the associated fiberglass or PVC fittings.

The remaining three materials were sampled following sample collection requirements outlined under the EPA, AHERA legislation. Laboratory results revealed that none of the sampled materials contains asbestos.

For additional information refer to Table 1 and the attached laboratory report.

Lead-Based Paint

This survey was limited to conducting testing of the painted concrete floor, brick wall, wood chair rail and wood slat ceiling.

Lead paint was not detected on any of the materials tested.

Reference Tables 2 and 3 for a description of identified painted building component and XRF test results.

Conclusions and Recommendations

Asbestos

Since no asbestos containing materials were identified in this limited survey, Northern offers no recommendations as to the handling of these materials.

Lead-Based Paint

Since no lead-based paint materials were identified in this limited survey, Northern offers no recommendations as to the handling of these materials.

Should materials other than those included in this report be identified, Northern recommends contacting a Montana accredited asbestos inspector to sample and characterize the material for the presence of asbestos prior to it being disturbed.

Building 20 Fort Harrison Veterans Administration

Limitations obtained during our on-site observations and interpretation of the XRF data as well as the laboratory results of bulk samples of building materials collected during the survey. The conclusions of this report are professional opinions based solely upon our visual site observations and interpretations of laboratory analyses and field data as described in our report.

This report has been prepared to provide information concerning the absence or presence of asbestos and lead-based paint in the building materials anticipated to be disturbed at this site.

It includes only those materials that were visible and accessible at the time of our inspection.

We did not remove any permanent building enclosures or disassemble any equipment.

This survey report is intended to identify asbestos-containing materials and lead-based paint building components. It is not intended to be used for the purpose of obtaining bids for their removal by abatement contractors. The scope of services completed by Northern may not be appropriate to satisfy the needs of other users, and any use or re-use of this document, or the findings presented herein, is at the sole risk of the user.

Our opinions are intended exclusively for use by GDM Architects - Engineers. The opinions presented herein apply to the site conditions existing at the time of our investigation. Therefore, our opinions and recommendations may not apply to future conditions that may exist at the site that we have not had the opportunity to evaluate.

We trust this summary report provides sufficient information for planning purposes. We appreciate the opportunity to assist you and look forward to continuing to work with you.

It was a pleasure to assist you with this project. Please call if you have any questions on our report, or if you need any additional assistance.

EPA Certified Lead-Based Paint Risk Assessor

Attachments: Tables 1-3 Asbestos Laboratory Analysis Report

AND LABORATORY RESULTS

Fort Harrison Building 20 Veterans Drive

Helena, Montana

Material Number Material Description Friable

(Y/N) Sample Locations Laboratory Results

M14.1 Concrete N Boiler Room ND

M16.1 Brick N Boiler Room ND

M16.2 Mortar on Brick N Boiler Room ND

T2.1 Fiberglass/PVC Insulated Elbows/Fittings (Not Suspect) N NS Not Suspect

T3.1 Fiberglass Insulation onf Straight Run Piping (Not Suspect) N NS Not Suspect

Material Color Material Screening Number Building Component Substrate (at time of survey) Condition Result*

L1 Wall Brick White Fair LCP

L2 Ceiling Wood White Fair LCP

L3 Floor Concrete Blue Fair LCP

L4 Chair Rail Wood White Fair LCP

* LBP = Lead-based paint - equal to or greater than 1.0 mg/cm2 measured using XRF screening.

* LCP =Lead-containing paint - detectable lead at less than 1.0 mg/cm2 measured using XRF screening.

* ND = No lead detected ** Reference Table 4 for locations of confirmed materials.

Fort Harrison Building 20 Veterans Drive

Identified Materials and XRF Screening Results Page 2 of 3 Table 2

Site Insp. Floor Room Read.

No Mat.

No.

Component Substrate Color Cond.

Lead Content

(mg/cm2) Result

20 TS N/A N/A 1 N/A CALIBRATE N/A RED N/A 1.1 Positive 20 TS N/A N/A 2 N/A CALIBRATE N/A RED N/A 1.1 Positive 20 TS N/A N/A 3 N/A CALIBRATE N/A RED N/A 1.2 Positive 20 TS 1 boiler room 4 1 WALL brick WHITE FAIR 0.1 Negative 20 TS 1 boiler room 5 1 WALL brick WHITE FAIR 0.1 Negative 20 TS 1 boiler room 6 1 WALL brick WHITE FAIR 0.1 Negative 20 TS 1 boiler room 7 4 CHAIR RAIL WOOD WHITE FAIR 0.06 Negative 20 TS 1 boiler room 8 4 CHAIR RAIL WOOD WHITE FAIR 0.06 Negative 20 TS 1 boiler room 9 4 CHAIR RAIL WOOD WHITE FAIR 0.03 Negative 20 TS 1 boiler room 10 3 FLOOR CONCRETE BLUE FAIR 0.02 Negative 20 TS 1 boiler room 11 3 FLOOR CONCRETE BLUE FAIR 0.08 Negative 20 TS 1 boiler room 12 3 FLOOR CONCRETE BLUE FAIR 0.04 Negative 20 TS 1 boiler room 13 2 CEILING WOOD WHITE FAIR 0.02 Negative 20 TS 1 boiler room 14 2 CEILING WOOD WHITE FAIR 0.08 Negative 20 TS 1 boiler room 15 2 CEILING WOOD WHITE FAIR 0.04 Negative 20 TS 1 boiler room 16 2 CEILING WOOD WHITE FAIR 0.02 Negative 20 TS N/A N/A 17 N/A CALIBRATE N/A RED N/A 1.1 Positive 20 TS N/A N/A 18 N/A CALIBRATE N/A RED N/A 1 Positive 20 TS N/A N/A 19 N/A CALIBRATE N/A RED N/A 1.1 Positive

* Null - Result was invalid. The area was retested.

Fort Harrison Building 20

Helena, Montana

Summary of XRF Instrument Readings Page 3 of 3 Table 3

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Customer PO:

Project ID:

Attention: Phone:Todd Schneider (406) 245-7766

Fax:Northern Industrial Hygiene, Inc. (406) 254-1428

Received Date:201 South 30th Street 03/08/2022 11:30 AM

Analysis Date:Billings, MT 59101 03/11/2022 - 03/14/2022

Collected Date: 03/07/2022

Project: FT. Harrison Bldg 20 / 399-1078

Test Report: Asbestos Analysis of Bulk Materials via EPA 600/R-93/116 Method using Polarized

Light Microscopy

Sample Description Appearance % Fibrous % Non-Fibrous

Non-Asbestos Asbestos

% Type

M14.1A

122201269-0001

None DetectedNon-fibrous (Other)100%Gray

Non-Fibrous

Homogeneous

Concrete

Paint excluded.

M14.1B

122201269-0002

None DetectedNon-fibrous (Other)100%Gray

Non-Fibrous

Homogeneous

Concrete

Paint excluded.

M14.1C

122201269-0003

None DetectedNon-fibrous (Other)100%Gray

Non-Fibrous

Homogeneous

Concrete

Paint excluded.

M16.1A

122201269-0004

None DetectedNon-fibrous (Other)100%Red

Non-Fibrous

Homogeneous

Brick

Paint excluded.

M16.1B

122201269-0005

None DetectedNon-fibrous (Other)100%Red

Non-Fibrous

Homogeneous

Brick

Paint excluded.

M16.1C

122201269-0006

None DetectedNon-fibrous (Other)100%Red

Non-Fibrous

Homogeneous

Brick

Paint excluded.

M16.2A

122201269-0007

None DetectedNon-fibrous (Other)100%Tan/Beige

Non-Fibrous

Homogeneous

Mortar On Brick

Paint excluded.

M16.2B

122201269-0008

None DetectedNon-fibrous (Other)100%Tan/Beige

Non-Fibrous

Homogeneous

Mortar On Brick

Paint excluded.

M16.2C

122201269-0009

None DetectedNon-fibrous (Other)100%Tan/Beige

Non-Fibrous

Homogeneous

Mortar On Brick

Paint excluded.

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Tel/Fax: (602) 276-4344 / (602) 276-4053 http://www.EMSL.com / phoenixlab@emsl.com

122201269EMSL Order:

Customer ID: NIHI62

Customer PO:

Project ID:

Analyst(s)

Erica Furphy (6)

Jillian Gessner (3)

Michelle Wilson, 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. The above analyses were performed in general compliance with Appendix E to Subpart E of 40 CFR (previously EPA 600/M4-82-020 “Interim Method”) but augmented with procedures outlined in the 1993 (”final”) version of the method. This report must not be used by the client to claim product certification, approval, or endorsement by NVLAP, NIST or any agency of the federal government. Non- friable organically bound materials present a problem matrix and therefore EMSL recommends gravimetric reduction prior to analysis . Unless requested by the client, building materials manufactured with multiple layers (i.e. linoleum, wallboard, etc.) are reported as a single sample. Estimation of uncertainty is available on request.

Samples analyzed by EMSL Analytical, Inc. Phoenix, AZ NVLAP Lab Code 200811-0, AZ0937, CO AL-19027

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OrderID: 122201269

OrderID: 122201269

Phone: 406/245-7766

FAX: 406/254-1428

Billings, MT ♦ Helena, MT

April 8, 2022

Mr. Conrad Chandler, PE Project Managers GDM Architects – Engineers

RE: Letter Report - Building 141

Montana VA Healthcare System Electronic Heath Record Modernization (EHRM)

Infrastructure Upgrades – Project No. 436-21-700 Ft. Harrison VA Hospital Helena, Montana

Northern Project Number 399-1078

Dear Mr. Chandler:

This letter report provides the summarized results of the limited asbestos and lead-based paint survey conducted by Todd Schneider (MTA-5179 expires 8/13/2022) of Northern Industrial Hygiene, Inc. (Northern) on March 14, 2022, at the above referenced site. The limited survey was conducted to identify potential hazardous materials (asbestos and lead-based-paint) that may be present in the finish materials that will be impacted by the planned renovation.

Overview of Building

Because of the limited scope of this survey general building information was not gathered.

Building finishes that will be affected by this renovation include: tile and carpet finished floors;

plaster, gypsum board, wood panel, and concrete finished walls; and, lay-in panel or wood pulp tile finished ceilings.

The insulation observed on the server cooler in this area include fiberglass on straight pipe with fiberglass or PVC fittings.

Asbestos Overview

Asbestos is a trade name for a group of fibrous naturally occurring minerals that were used widely in building materials because of its ability to bind, resist chemicals, insulate, and fireproof. Exposure to elevated levels of asbestos fibers has been documented to cause a variety of diseases including asbestosis and cancer. Consequently, the application, removal, and disposal of asbestos-containing materials is regulated by several agencies.

Asbestos in most building materials poses little threat to human health as long as the asbestos fibers are securely bound within the building material. However, as the materials deteriorate because of time or exposure, or are disturbed because of human or other activities, the

Building 141 Fort Harrison Veterans Administration

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP) defines an asbestos-containing material (ACM) as a material containing greater than (>) 1% asbestos and assigns ACM to three categories: regulated asbestos-containing material (RACM), Category I, and Category II. RACM is defined as an ACM that, when dry, can be crumbled, pulverized or reduced to powder by hand pressure (friable). RACM also includes: Category I and Category II materials that will be (or have been) subjected to sanding, grinding, cutting or abrading, or; Category II materials that have a high probability of becoming (or have become) crumbled, pulverized, or reduced to powder by the forces expected to act on the material in the course of demolition/renovation operations. Category I ACMs are non-friable packings, gaskets, resilient floor covering, and asphalt roofing products.

Category II ACMs are non-friable materials, excluding Category I non-friable ACMs, that, when dry, cannot be crumbled, pulverized, or reduced to powder by hand pressure.

The NESHAP requires that the building owner or operator provide notification at least 10 working days prior to commencing renovation activities that will disturb more than 160 square feet (SF) or 260 linear feet (LF) of RACM, or prior to any demolition activities. The NESHAP also requires that RACM be removed prior to renovation/demolition activities that will disturb the material.

The Montana Department of Environmental Quality (MDEQ) adopted the NESHAP by reference and requires the building owner/operator to apply for an Asbestos Abatement Permit at least 5 working days prior to commencing asbestos abatement project involving > 10 SF but less than (<) 160 SF in surface area or >3 LF but < 260 LF of RACM. The permit application must be submitted at least ten working days prior to commencing an asbestos abatement project involving >160 SF or 260 LF of RACM or prior to any demolition. Notification of the MDEQ satisfies the NESHAP notification requirement.

The MDEQ requires that personnel conducting permitted asbestos abatement projects be accredited by the State of Montana. The MDEQ also requires an asbestos abatement design be prepared by a State of Montana accredited asbestos project designer for projects requiring an Asbestos Abatement Project Permit.

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) requires that employees that will be exposed to any amount of asbestos be trained in accordance with the provisions of 29 CFR

1926.1101. The OSHA standard also requires that employee exposure to asbestos fibers not exceed either the permissible exposure limit (PEL) of 0.1 fibers per cubic centimeter (f/cc) of air for an eight (8) hour time-weighted average (TWA) or the excursion limit (EL) of 1.0 f/cc for any thirty (30) minute work period.

Lead-Based Paint Overview

Lead is found in the paint on the inside and outside of many buildings. Most buildings constructed prior to World War II had lead-based paint applied to the interior or exterior surfaces. Some paints introduced up until 1977 contained some level of lead. Regulations

Building 141 Fort Harrison Veterans Administration enforced by the Consumer Product Safety Commission banned the use of all but small amounts of lead in paints in 1978. However, manufacturers are still allowed to produce paints containing up to 90 parts per million lead.

If the paint which contains lead is in poor or damaged condition, persons working or living in the area can be exposed to small paint chips or lead-containing dust. Exposure can also result from construction, demolition, repair and refinish (sanding) operations or from the torch cutting or burning of painted materials.

Exposure to the lead can also occur as a result of hobbies or sports. Individuals who work with lead while making stained glass or while melting lead to make sinkers or bullets, or individuals that reload ammunition are all exposed to varying levels of lead.

Survey Procedures

Asbestos Sampling Procedures

The asbestos survey was conducted using the applicable portions of the currently recognized standard protocol developed for schools under AHERA, as promulgated in Title 40, Code of Federal Regulations (40 CFR), Part 763 and as amended in the Federal Register and as established in the Administrative Rules of Montana (ARM 17.74.354). Since the primary concern for this investigation was to identify potential asbestos hazards in select areas of the building, Northern representatives visually inspected existing conditions considering each construction, addition, or renovation date as separate, unique buildings, if applicable.

Laboratory Analysis of Bulk Asbestos Samples

Bulk samples collected during the inspection were assigned bulk sample numbers and entered on sample summary/chain-of-custody forms. The samples were submitted to the laboratory by overnight courier under standard chain-of-custody procedures. The analysis was conducted in accordance with EPA Method 600/R-93/116, which employs polarized light microscopic techniques with dispersion staining for identification of mineral forms of asbestos. The quantification of asbestos in the sample is intended to be an estimate only and the limit of detection for this method is approximately 1% by volume.

Lead-Based Paint

Lead-Based Paint Survey Procedures

The painted surfaces in this survey were analyzed for the presence of lead using a portable X-ray fluorescence instrument (XRF) manufactured for paint analysis. Portable XRF instruments expose the painted surface(s) to X-rays that cause lead to fluoresce with a characteristic frequency. The intensity of this fluorescence is measured by the instrument's detector and is then converted into a number that represents the amount of lead in the paint per unit area (milligrams per square centimeter). The XRF instrument has the capability to analyze the lead

Building 141 Fort Harrison Veterans Administration content of multiple layers of paint at one time.

The XRF is the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) preferred method for measuring the lead level in paint. Laboratory analysis of paint-chip samples is recommended for components that cannot be tested using XRF instruments or to confirm inconclusive XRF results. Northern uses the XRF instrument manufactured by NITON Corporation. The instrument is calibrated prior to, following and periodically during each day of field-testing. All field data is stored electronically by the instrument for direct transfer to computer and is also recorded on field forms.

The person conducting this XRF suvey has received specific training in the use and interpretation of data collected by this instrument and is familiar with the radiation safety requirements and proper use of the device.

For labeling and definition purposes in this report, the term lead-based paint means paint or other surface coatings that contain lead at a concentration equal to or greater than 1.0 mg/cm2 as measured using an XRF. This definition is utilized by HUD and does not specifically apply to exposure concerns under the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA).

Because OSHA does not recognize a threshold of lead content in paint for personnel exposure concerns, the definition of lead-based paint in this report should be used only to discriminate paint with relatively high lead content from paint with relatively low lead content.

Survey Findings

Asbestos

A total of fourteen (14) homogeneous areas of building materials were identified in this limited survey. Two (2) of these materials are non-suspect for asbestos. These materials are the fiberglass insulation on the server cooler straight pipe and the associated fiberglass or PVC fittings.

The remaining 12 materials were sampled following sample collection requirements outlined under the EPA, AHERA legislation. Laboratory results revealed that four of the sampled materials contain asbestos. These materials are:

F2.1 12”x12” Floor Tile (Tan with Yellow) with Tan & Black Mastics & Yellow Leveler

(Black Mastic 4% Chrysotile, other layers ND) F3.1 9”X9” Floor Tile – Green & Pink with Yellow Mastic over Gray Floor Tile with

Black Mastic over Gray Leveler (Gray Floor Tile 3% Chrysotile, Black Mastic 4% Chrysotile, other layers ND), F6.1 Dark Carpet Squares (ND) with Black and Yellow Mastics (4% Chrysotile) F6.2 Gray Carpet Squares (ND) with Black and Yellow Mastics (3% Chrysotile).

For additional information refer to Tables 1 and 2 and the attached laboratory report.

Building 141 Fort Harrison Veterans Administration

Lead-Based Paint

This survey was limited to conducting testing of the painted walls, doors and door frames in select areas of the building.

Lead-based paint was detected on the plaster walls of room 128. No other painted materials tested were coated with lead-based paint.

Reference Tables 3 and 4 for a description of identified painted building component and XRF test results.

Conclusions and Recommendations

Asbestos

Asbestos was found to be present in four materials. Prior to conducting any demolition or renovation activities that will impact these asbestos-containing materials Northern recommends that a Montana accredited asbestos abatement contractor be retained to properly remove and dispose of these materials prior to renovation activities that would disturb these materials.

Northern also recommends that, following completion of the abatement work, a Montana accredited, third-party company be retained to conduct final clearance visual and air testing in all areas where asbestos is removed.

This survey was limited to collecting bulk samples of select building materials that will be disturbed in the areas identified in this report. If future renovation or demolition work will impact materials not included in this limited survey, Northern recommends that a state of Montana accredited asbestos inspector be retained to conduct additional investigative work.

It is recommended that the owner or operator keep a copy of this asbestos inspection report on site during the asbestos abatement project and during any subsequent renovation or demolition projects. The report shall be made available to the MDEQ upon request.

Lead-Based Paint

Exposure to lead dust or fumes can result from construction, demolition, repair and refinish (sanding) operations or from the torch cutting or burning of painted materials. The one lead-based paint painted component identified in this building is in an intact condition While no immediate concerns are noted for this component, renovation work can impact their condition and therefore their hazard potential. Northern recommends that any work impacting the identified lead-based paint painted components be conducted by a company whose employees have received proper training for work that impacts lead-based paint.

Limitations

Building 141 Fort Harrison Veterans Administration obtained during our on-site observations and interpretation of the XRF data as well as the laboratory results of bulk samples of building materials collected during the survey. The conclusions of this report are professional opinions based solely upon our visual site observations and interpretations of laboratory analyses and field data as described in our report.

This report has been prepared to provide information concerning the absence or presence of asbestos and lead-based paint in the building materials anticipated to be disturbed at this site.

It includes only those materials that were visible and accessible at the time of our inspection.

We did not remove any permanent building…