B08_Atch_15_Residence_Q2_Asbestos_Survey_Report_(2017).pdf

Report

BUILDING SURVEY FOR

ASBESTOS CONTAINING MATERIALS

Subject Property: Vacant House

Address:

3075 Gracie Road Cortland, New York

Date of Survey: December 21, 2017

Prepared by:

Lakeland Environmental Inc.

12 South Main Street, Suite 301 Homer, NY 13077 www.lakelandenvironmental.com Project #: USG2017-1057

Upper White House, 3075 Gracie Road, Cortland, NY – Pre-Demolition Survey

CONTENTS

I. Executive Summary

A. Overview

B. Significant Findings

II. General Information

A. Description of Structure

B. Purpose of Survey

C. General Procedure

D. Limits of Survey

III. Asbestos Survey Procedures

A. Inspection & Sampling

B. Laboratory Testing

IV. Findings

A. Laboratory Results

B. Summary of Findings

C. Transmittal of Survey Information

V. Recommendations

TABLES – FIGURES

Table 1 -- Asbestos Survey Results Table 2 – Summary of Homogeneous Areas

Figure 1 -- Site Location Map Figure 2 -- Building and Sampling Diagram

Photos

APPENDICES

Appendix A - Laboratory Analytical Data Appendix B - Inspector & Laboratory Accreditation Appendix C - Glossary Of Terms, Abbreviations, And Acronyms

I. Executive Summary

This Section is a summary only and the user must refer to the entire contents of this report including Appendices.

A. Project Background

Project Background

Purpose of Survey: Pre-demolition

Asbestos Survey Contractor: Lakeland Environmental Inc.

Date of Survey: December 21, 2017

Inspector(s): Stephen Major

NYSDOL Certificate(s): 03-01809

Client: U. S. Geological Survey

Site Name: Vacant House

Site Address: 3075 Gracie Road, Cortland, New York

Brief Building Description: The subject structure is a 2-story wood-framed residential building

Property Owner: USA Tunison Lab of Fish Nutrition

Owner Mailing Address: 3075 Gracie Road, Cortland, NY 13045

Occupancy: Vacant

This building survey was performed on the subject building as part of the requirements for demolition and/or renovation under the New York State Department of Labor (NYSDOL) Industrial Code Rule 56, to determine if asbestos containing materials (ACMs) were used to build the structure. Suspect building materials were categorized into homogeneous areas and then inspected and sampled in order to be identified as ACMs or non-asbestos containing materials (NACMs).

B. Significant Findings

The findings of this asbestos survey are listed below. Additional details are presented in Section IV.

The following materials were found to contain asbestos in concentrations greater than 1%:

Friable ACMs

Friable joint compound on walls and ceilings in multiple rooms (approximately 600 square feet).

Friable fabric wrap on ducts and duct fittings in the basement and crawl space (approximately 100 square feet visible; additional material may exist in hidden cavities within the structure).

Non-Friable ACMs

Non-friable wall panel glue at multiple walls throughout the first floor (approximately 700 square feet).

Non-friable glazing compound on the garage window sash (approximately 2 square feet).

II. General Information

A. Description of Structure

Description of Structure

Number of Stories: Two stories

Superstructure: Wood framed

Foundation: Basement and crawl space

Roofing: Asphaltic

Exterior Walls / Siding: Wood

Interior Floors: Floor tiles, resilient flooring

Interior Walls: Drywall, plaster, wood paneling

Interior Ceilings: Drywall, plaster, ceiling tiles, ceiling panels

Heating System: Forced air

Heating Plant Location: Basement

Other Features: N/A

Outbuildings: A detached 1-bay garage is included in this survey

B. Purpose of Survey

This survey was conducted in order to determine whether asbestos-containing materials (ACMs) and/or asbestos materials are present in the structure. Asbestos can cause debilitating or fatal illnesses. When disturbed, as during demolition or renovation activities, asbestos fibers can become airborne whereupon they can create a health hazard. ACMs and asbestos materials in buildings, and the disturbance of same, are regulated under federal, state, and local laws.

As part of asbestos surveys, suspect ACMs are identified and, where appropriate, sampled for analysis by an accredited laboratory. The suspect materials are also grouped into two categories: friable (able to be crushed or pulverized by hand pressure) and non-friable.

Materials that are typically non-friable in their normal state, such as asphalt roofing or resilient floor tile, may become friable when subjected to mechanical abrasion activities (e.g.

dry cutting or floor sanding). The physical disintegration of the material could cause asbestos fibers to be dispersed into the air.

C. General Procedure

Suspect ACMs are targeted for identification by (1) a review of pertinent building plans and other records, where available, and (2) by the sampling of suspect materials for certified laboratory analysis.

The following list (excerpted from 12NYCRR Part 56-5) summarizes typical ACMs and suspect materials in buildings; it is not all-inclusive:

Typical ACMs / Suspect Materials

Surfacing Treatments:

• Fireproofing • Finish plasters

• Acoustical plaster • Skim coats of joint compound

Thermal System Insulation:

• Equipment insulation • Cement or mortar used for boilers & refractory brick

• Boiler breeching, rope, duct, or tank insulation • Piping and fitting insulations

Roofing and Siding Miscellaneous Materials:

• Insulation board • Cementitious board (transite)

• Vapor barriers • Flashing

• Coatings • Shingles

• Non-metallic or non-wood roof decking • Galbestos

• Felts

Other Miscellaneous Materials:

• Dust and debris • Fire blankets

• Floor tile • Fire doors

• Cove base • Brakes and clutches

• Floor leveler compound • Mastics, adhesives and glues

• Ceiling tile • Caulks

• Vermiculite insulation • Sheet flooring (linoleum)

• Gaskets, seals, sealants • Wallpaper

• Vibration isolators • Drywall

• Laboratory tables and hoods • Plasterboard

• Chalkboards • Spackling/joint compound

• Pipe penetration packing / firestopping materials • Textured paint

• Cementitious board • Grout

• Electrical wire insulation • Glazing compound

• Fire curtains • Terrazzo

D. Limits of Survey

It is the belief of the inspector that the survey was comprehensive in nature. However, certain materials could exist within the survey area that were not exposed even though destructive techniques were authorized. Accessible areas were visually inspected and covering surfaces were removed as safety concerns and the limits of the survey permitted.

The described locations of ACMs may not be all-inclusive.

Quantities of ACMs are estimated and are not intended to be used for abatement project bidding/pricing. The abatement contractor, project designer, and others are advised to verify all site parameters including material quantities.

III. Asbestos Survey Procedures

A. Inspection & Sampling

The physical inspection of the property was conducted on December 21, 2017. The inspection consisted of the examination of accessible suspect materials (which may contain asbestos) in interior and exterior installations within the structure, in accordance with 12NYCRR Part 56-1.9.

Asbestos records: No records were provided that indicate the presence of ACMs in the building.

The structure was visually inspected to identify potential ACMs. The inspector assessed each suspect material to determine whether the material was friable or non-friable. Quantities and condition of suspect ACMs were recorded.

The suspect materials in this inspection were flooring, mastics, drywall, joint compound, plaster, ceiling tiles, window glazing compound, roofing, felts, insulation, and thermal system insulation.

A total of 47 samples were collected and submitted for analysis.

Certain building materials that were obviously not ACMs, such as wood, concrete, glass, and metal, were not sampled.

B. Laboratory Testing

Collected samples were sealed for transport under chain-of-custody documentation to AmeriSci Laboratories in New York, NY, NYS ELAP #11480. Samples were received at the laboratory on December 26, 2017. The analytical data were received from the laboratory on December 29, 2017. A copy of the laboratory’s certification is included in Appendix B.

Either Polarized Light Microscopy (PLM) with Dispersion Staining or Gravimetric Matrix Reduction and PLM with Transmission Electron Microscopy (TEM), used for negative confirmation, were performed. Non-friable organically bound samples (NOBs) such as vinyl floor tile or asphalt-based roofing material are required, in NYS, to be analyzed utilizing gravimetric reduction protocols. NOB samples testing negative under the PLM portion of this examination underwent TEM analysis.

Multiple samples were taken of most homogeneous suspect materials. In order to minimize analytical costs the laboratory was instructed to forego additional analyses if and when one sample of a multiple homogeneous group or a layered system tested positive (positive stop).

IV. Findings

A. Laboratory Results

The laboratory analytical results are attached as Appendix A.

B. Summary of Findings

The following materials were found to contain asbestos in concentrations greater than 1%:

Friable ACMs

Friable joint compound on walls and ceilings in multiple rooms (approximately 600 square feet).

Friable fabric wrap on ducts and duct fittings in the basement and crawl space (approximately 100 square feet visible; additional material may exist in hidden cavities within the structure).

Non-Friable ACMs

Non-friable wall panel glue at multiple walls throughout the first floor (approximately 700 square feet).

Non-friable glazing compound on the garage window sash (approximately 2 square feet).

Survey Data

Survey data, including sampling locations, material descriptions, friability, condition, estimated quantities of ACM (if any), and asbestos content are summarized in Table 1.

Homogeneous Areas

Homogeneous areas of ACM and non-ACM materials are summarized in Table 2.

Building Diagrams

Diagrams of the building showing locations of positive and negative samples are presented in Figure 2.

Photos of ACMs are in the Photos section after Figure 2.

C. Transmittal of Survey Information

In accordance with 12NYCRR Part 56, the results of the building/structure asbestos survey shall be immediately transmitted by the building/structure owner as follows:

1. “One copy of the completed asbestos survey shall be sent by the owner or their agent to the local government entity charged with issuing a permit for such demolition, renovation, remodeling or repair work under applicable State or local laws.”

2. “The completed asbestos survey for controlled demolition (as per Subpart 56-11.5) or pre-demolition asbestos projects shall also be submitted to the appropriate Asbestos Control Bureau District Office.” The local New York State Asbestos Control Bureau District Office is provided below.

3. “The completed asbestos survey shall be kept on the construction site with the asbestos notification and variance, if required, throughout the duration of the asbestos project and any associated demolition, renovation, remodeling or repair project.”

SYRACUSE DISTRICT

(Counties: Allegany, Broome, Cayuga, Chemung, Chenango, Cortland, Delaware, Franklin, Hamilton, Herkimer, Jefferson, Lewis, Madison, Oneida, Onondaga, Oswego, Otsego, St. Lawrence, Schuyler, Seneca, Steuben, Tioga, Tompkins)

450 S. Salina Street, Syracuse, NY 13202; (315) 479-3215

V. Recommendations

Prior to demolition, asbestos containing materials should be removed in accordance with 12NYCRR Part 56.

If hidden or otherwise suspect ACMs are discovered during demolition activities (or within the debris pile) they should be sampled and analyzed according to the procedures herein, and the scope of the demolition or removal altered as necessary based on the findings.

This survey report should be filed by the building owner with the appropriate governmental agencies, as noted in Section IV.C of this report. The inspector will retain a copy of this report in accordance with 12 NYCRR Part 56. Questions related to this survey should be directed to the Inspector at 607-299-4818.

Respectfully Submitted, LAKELAND ENVIRONMENTAL INC.

Stephen Major N.Y. Asbestos Inspector No. 03-01809

Tables

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Date

Lakeland

Sample # Layer

Diagram location number Building area

Location (refer to diagrams) Suspect material Friability

Condition of

Friable ACM H.A.

Estimated

Quantity of

Homogeneous

ACM % asbestos

12/21/17 L2117-101 n/a 1 1FL LR Vinyl flooring (bottom) Non-friable n/a A n/a NAD

12/21/17 L2117-102 n/a 2 1FL LR Vinyl flooring (bottom) Non-friable n/a A n/a NAD

12/21/17 L2117-103 n/a 3 1FL Kitchen Blue linoleum (bottom) Non-friable n/a B n/a NAD

12/21/17 L2117-104 n/a 4 1FL Kitchen Blue linoleum (bottom) Non-friable n/a B n/a NAD

12/21/17 L2117-105 n/a 5 1FL Kitchen & LR 12x12 P&S floor tile (top) Non-friable n/a C n/a NAD

12/21/17 L2117-106 n/a 6 1FL Kitchen & LR 12x12 P&S floor tile (top) Non-friable n/a C n/a NAD

12/21/17 L2117-107 n/a 7 1FL Rear vestibule Linoleum (bottom) Non-friable n/a D n/a NAD

12/21/17 L2117-108 n/a 8 1FL Rear vestibule Linoleum (bottom) Non-friable n/a D n/a NAD

12/21/17 L2117-109 n/a 9 1FL Rear vestibule 1.5x1.5 floor tile (top) Non-friable n/a E n/a NAD

12/21/17 L2117-110 n/a 10 1FL Rear vestibule 1.5x1.5 floor tile (top) Non-friable n/a E n/a NAD

12/21/17 L2117-111 n/a 11 1FL Bath Layered vinyl flooring Non-friable n/a F n/a NAD

12/21/17 L2117-112 n/a 12 1FL Bath Layered vinyl flooring Non-friable n/a F n/a NAD

12/21/17 L2117-113 n/a 13 1FL Bath Wall mastic Non-friable n/a G n/a Trace

12/21/17 L2117-114 n/a 14 1FL Bath Wall mastic Non-friable n/a G n/a Trace

12/21/17 L2117-115 n/a 15 1FL Mid LR Wall panel glue Non-friable n/a H 4.6%

12/21/17 L2117-116 n/a 16 1FL Mid LR Wall panel glue Non-friable n/a H PS

12/21/17 L2117-117 n/a 17 1FL Kitchen Fiberboard ceiling panel Friable n/a I n/a NAD

12/21/17 L2117-118 n/a 18 1FL Mid LR Fiberboard wall panel Friable n/a I n/a NAD

12/21/17 L2117-119 n/a 19 1FL L LR 2x4 ceiling tile Friable n/a J n/a NAD

12/21/17 L2117-120 n/a 20 1FL Mid LR 2x4 ceiling tile Friable n/a J n/a NAD

12/21/17 L2117-121 n/a 21 1FL R BR Drywall Friable n/a K n/a Trace

12/21/17 L2117-122 n/a 22 1FL R BR Drywall Friable n/a K n/a NAD

12/21/17 L2117-123 n/a 23 2FL Mid BR Thin plaster Friable n/a L n/a NAD

12/21/17 L2117-124 n/a 24 2FL Mid BR Thin plaster Friable n/a L n/a NAD

12/21/17 L2117-125 n/a 25 2FL Mid BR Thin plaster Friable n/a L n/a NAD

12/21/17 L2117-126 n/a 26 2FL L BR Joint compound Friable Undamaged M 1.5%

12/21/17 L2117-127 n/a 27 2FL Hall Joint compound Friable Undamaged M PS

12/21/17 L2117-128 n/a 28 Attic Joist cavities Loose fill insulation Friable n/a N n/a NAD

700 s.f.

600 s.f.

NAD = No asbestos

PS = Positive Stop: the sample or layered system is presumed to contain asbestos

Table 1 Notes:

Orange highlighting indicates samples with greater than 1% asbestos - POSITIVE or presumed

H.A. = Homogeneous Area

PROJECT: UPPER WHITE HOUSE; 3075 GRACIE ROAD, CORTLAND, NY

Pre-Demolition Asbestos Survey

Table 1 - Summary of Results

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Date

Lakeland

Sample # Layer

Diagram location number Building area

Location (refer to diagrams) Suspect material Friability

Condition of Friable

ACM H.A.

Estimated

Quantity of

Homogeneous

ACM % asbestos

12/21/17 L2117-129 n/a 29 Attic Joist cavities Loose fill insulation Friable n/a N n/a NAD

12/21/17 L2117-130 n/a 30 Basement Ducts Fabric duct wrap Friable n/a O 66.7%

12/21/17 L2117-131 n/a 31 Basement Ducts Fabric duct wrap Friable n/a O PS

12/21/17 L2117-132 n/a 32 Basement Chimney Flue cement Friable n/a P n/a NAD

12/21/17 L2117-133 n/a 33 Basement Chimney Flue cement Friable n/a P n/a NAD

12/21/17 L2117-134 n/a 34 Exterior 1FL front window Glazing compound Non-friable n/a Q n/a Trace

12/21/17 L2117-135 n/a 35 Exterior 1FL rear window Glazing compound Non-friable n/a Q n/a Trace

12/21/17 L2117-136 n/a 36 Exterior Rear wall Rosin paper Non-friable n/a R n/a NAD

12/21/17 L2117-137 n/a 37 Exterior Rear wall Rosin paper Non-friable n/a R n/a NAD

12/21/17 L2117-138 n/a 38 Roof Main Asphaltic felt Non-friable n/a S n/a NAD

12/21/17 L2117-139 n/a 39 Roof Main Asphaltic felt Non-friable n/a S n/a NAD

12/21/17 L2117-140 n/a 40 Roof Main Asphaltic shingle Non-friable n/a S n/a NAD

12/21/17 L2117-141 n/a 41 Roof Main Asphaltic shingle Non-friable n/a S n/a NAD

12/21/17 L2117-142 n/a 42 Garage Steel window Glazing compound Non-friable n/a T 2.1%

12/21/17 L2117-143 n/a 43 Garage Steel window Glazing compound Non-friable n/a T PS

12/21/17 L2117-144 n/a 44 Garage Roof Asphaltic felt Non-friable n/a U n/a NAD

12/21/17 L2117-145 n/a 45 Garage Roof Asphaltic felt Non-friable n/a U n/a NAD

12/21/17 L2117-146 n/a 46 Garage Roof Asphaltic shingle Non-friable n/a U n/a NAD

12/21/17 L2117-147 n/a 47 Garage Roof Asphaltic shingle Non-friable n/a U n/a NAD

100 s.f.

2 s.f.

NAD = No asbestos

PS = Positive Stop: the sample or layered system is presumed to contain asbestos

H.A. = Homogeneous Area

PROJECT: UPPER WHITE HOUSE; 3075 GRACIE ROAD, CORTLAND, NY

Pre-Demolition Asbestos Survey

Table 1 - Summary of Results

Table 1 Notes:

Orange highlighting indicates samples with greater than 1% asbestos - POSITIVE or presumed

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Area Material Locations Friability

ACM?

Y/N

Quantity of

ACM*

A Vinyl flooring First floor living room, bottom layer Non-friable N N/A

B Blue linoleum Kitchen Non-friable N N/A

C 12x12 peel and stick floor tile

First floor kitchen and living room, top layer Non-friable N N/A

D Linoleum Rear vestibule, bottom layer Non-friable N N/A

E 1.5x1.5 floor tile Rear vestibule, top layer Non-friable N N/A

F Layered vinyl flooring First floor bathroom Non-friable N N/A

G Wall mastic First floor bathroom Non-friable N N/A

H Wall panel glue First floor, multiple rooms Non-friable Y 700 s.f.

I Fiberboard ceiling and wall panels

First floor kitchen and living room, other rooms Friable N N/A

J 2 x 4 ceiling tile First floor, multiple rooms Friable N N/A

K Drywall First floor, multiple rooms Friable N N/A

L Thin plaster Second floor mid bedroom Friable N N/A

M Joint compound Second-floor, left bedroom and hall Friable Y 600 s.f.

N Loose fill insulation Attic joist cavities Friable N N/A

O Fabric duct wrap

Ducts and register boxes in basement and crawl space Friable Y 100 s.f.

P Flue cement Chimney in basement Friable N N/A

Q Glazing compound All putty glazed wood window sash Non-friable N N/A

UPPER WHITE HOUSE; 3075 GRACIE ROAD, CORTLAND, NY

Pre-Demolition Asbestos Survey

Table 2 - Summary of Homogeneous Areas

Table 2 Notes:

Orange highlighting indicates Asbestos Containing Materials

* Quantities are estimated and approximate: s.f. = square feet; l.f. = linear feet

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Area Material Locations Friability

ACM?

Y/N

Quantity of

ACM*

R Rosin paper Exterior siding underlayment Non-friable N N/A

S Asphaltic felt and shingles Main roofing Non-friable N N/A

T Glazing compound Steel window in garage Non-friable Y 2 s.f.

U Asphaltic felt and shingles Garage roofing Non-friable N N/A

* Quantities are estimated and approximate: s.f. = square feet; l.f. = linear feet

Table 2 Notes:

Orange highlighting indicates Asbestos Containing Materials

UPPER WHITE HOUSE; 3075 GRACIE ROAD, CORTLAND, NY

Pre-Demolition Asbestos Survey

Table 2 - Summary of Homogeneous Areas

Figures

FIGURE 1: SITE LOCATION

Project: Pre-Demolition Asbestos Survey Site: 3075 Gracie Road, Cortland, NY

Source: USGS 7.5-min. Quadrangle Cortland, New York (2016)

3075 Gracie Road Cortland, NY

FIGURE 2: BUILDING AND SAMPLING DIAGRAM

Asbestos Survey Site: 3075 Gracie Road, Cortland, NY

Approximate scale: 1” = 12’

Sheet 1 of 4

Sampling Locations

Positive or Presumed Samples

Negative Samples

ROOF

G R

AC

IE

R O

AD

GARAGE

PORCH

PORCH

Asbestos Survey Site: 3075 Gracie Road, Cortland, NY

Approximate scale: 1” = 12’

Sheet 2 of 4

Sampling Locations

Positive or Presumed Samples

Negative Samples

2ND FLOOR

G R

AC

IE

R

HALL

ST

AI

R

ATTIC

24 25

BEDROOM

BEDROOM

STORAGE

Asbestos Survey Site: 3075 Gracie Road, Cortland, NY

Approximate scale: 1” = 12’

Sheet 3 of 4

Sampling Locations

Positive or Presumed Samples

Negative Samples

1ST FLOOR

G R

AC

IE

R

VEST.

7 8

9 10

15 16

BATH

BEDROOM

LIVING

KITCHEN

MID

LIVING

R LIVING

Asbestos Survey Site: 3075 Gracie Road, Cortland, NY

Approximate scale: 1” = 12’

Sheet 4 of 4

Sampling Locations

Positive or Presumed Samples

Negative Samples

BASEMENT

G R

AC

IE

R

CRAWL SPACE

33 32

Photos - 3075 Gracie Road, Cortland, NY

Photo 1:

Wall panel glue in multiple rooms is positive non-friable ACM.

Photo 2:

Fabric duct wrap on multiple ducts and fittings is positive friable ACM.

Photo 3:

fittings in the basement and crawl space is positive friable ACM.

Photos - 3075 Gracie Road, Cortland, NY

Photo 4:

fittings is positive friable ACM.

Photo 5:

Joint compound on drywall in multiple rooms is positive friable ACM.

Photo 6:

Glazing compound on the garage window is positive non-friable ACM.

Appendix A - Laboratory Analytical Data

Appendix B - Inspector & Laboratory Accreditation

Appendix C Glossary of Terms, Abbreviations, And Acronyms

12 NYCRR Part 56 A part of the Codes, Rules, and Regulations of New York State intended to control asbestos removal and disturbance activities. Commonly referred to as “Code Rule 56.”

12x12 In inches, a size description of floor tile; width x length.

1x1 In feet, a size description of ceiling tile; width x length.

2x2 In feet, a size description of ceiling tile; width x length.

2x4 In feet, a size description of ceiling tile; width x length.

9x9 In inches, a size description of floor tile; width x length.

ACM Asbestos-containing material.

Air-Cell Thermal pipe insulation comprised of corrugated layers which form air spaces.

Asbestos Any of several naturally-occurring amphibole and serpentine minerals which separate into long threadlike fibers.

Asphaltic Having an asphalt or tar-like matrix, as in a typical roof shingle.

BR Bedroom

BUR Built-up roofing; typically layers of asphaltic felt bonded and sealed with tar or pitch.

Ceil Ceiling

Cementitious Having a lime-cement matrix; such materials are typically hard and rigid.

Code Rule 56 A part of the Codes, Rules, and Regulations of New York State intended to control asbestos removal and disturbance activities. Technically referred to as “12 NYCRR Part 56.”

CT Ceiling tile.

DR Dining room.

Drywall A gypsum-based sheet with heavy paper facings, used as a wall and ceiling finish, fire stopping, and sound-deadening.

E East on the compass.

ELAP Environmental Laboratory Approval Program, administered by the New York State Department of Health.

Felt Any of a variety of thick papers and fabrics that are formed by pressing fibers into place, rather than weaving.

Friable Able to be crushed or pulverized by hand pressure.

Glazing Compound

A putty or caulk used to set and seal glass in a window frame.

HVAC Heating, ventilation, and air conditioning.

Joint Compound A gypsum or lime based plaster-like material used to conceal and finish joints in drywall.

Kit Kitchen.

Lagging Thermal insulation typically installed on a boiler or tank.

l.f. Linear feet; a unit of measure typically used to quantify the length of pipe insulation.

Limited For asbestos surveys, the term “limited” acknowledges the fact that all possible suspect materials may not be observed. Some materials can be concealed within inaccessible areas or cannot be reached due to safety concerns. Also, a client may request a survey with limits.

LR Living room.

Masonry Structures comprised of concrete, brick, concrete block, or similar materials.

N North on the compass.

NACM Non-asbestos containing material. Contains less than 1% asbestos by laboratory analysis.

NAD No asbestos detected (by laboratory analysis).

NE Northeast on the compass.

NOB Non-friable organically bound. NOBs have an organic matrix (tar, asphalt, plastic, etc.) that generally binds other constituents (fibers, powders) together. Examples are asphaltic roofing and resilient flooring.

Non-Friable Not able to be crushed or pulverized by normal hand pressure.

NW Northwest on the compass.

NYSDOL New York State Department of Labor

PACM Presumed asbestos-containing material.

PLM Polarized light microscopy; a laboratory analytical method for identifying asbestos.

Pre-Demolition Referring to an activity, such as a survey or inspection, conducted prior to the disturbance or demolition of a building or portion of a building.

Resilient Somewhat flexible or plastic; able to be slightly bent or flexed without breaking.

Roll Asphaltic rolled roofing.

S South on the compass.

SE Southeast on the compass.

s.f. Square feet; a unit of area measure typically used to quantify surfacing materials, roofing, drywall, etc.

Shingle A tile (of wood, asphalt, etc.) that is installed in overlapping fashion as a covering on roofs and walls.

Subject Property The building or buildings that are within the work scope of an asbestos survey.

Survey An inspection and sampling of a building, structure, debris pile, etc., for suspect asbestos-containing materials.

Suspect Material A material which may contain asbestos.

SW Southwest on the compass.

TEM Transmission electron microscopy; a laboratory analytical method for identifying asbestos.

Transite A brand of cementitious board or pipe. Older Transite typically contains asbestos.

TSI Thermal system insulation.

Util Utility.

VAT Vinyl asbestos tile (floor).

VCT Vinyl composition tile (floor).

W West on the compass.