Buffalo VAMC 138C 139C Report.pdf

December 14, 2023

Mr. Daniel Gardner

Veteran’s Affairs Western New York Healthcare System

3495 Bailey Avenue

Buffalo, NY 14215

RE: VAMC Buffalo – Building 1 – Suite 138C

Targeted Asbestos Sampling Letter Report

VA Purchase Order Number P4U495

Watts’ Project Number 20230838

Dear Mr. Gardner:

Watts Architects & Engineers (Watts) was retained by the Veteran’s Affairs Western New York Healthcare

System (VA) to conduct targeted asbestos testing for asbestos-containing materials (ACM) in Suite 138C in

Building 1 at the Buffalo VA Medical Center (VAMC) located at 3495 Bailey Avenue in Buffalo, NY.

The purpose of this testing was to determine the presence and location of ACM that may be disturbed as a result of planned renovations. This letter report contains the results of our investigation.

Field work was conducted on November 16, 2023 and included the following:

• Visual site observations to identify suspect ACM as directed by Buffalo VAMC personnel.

• Collection and laboratory analysis of bulk samples for asbestos content.

• Documentation of sample locations on the bulk sample chain-of-custody forms; and

• Photographs.

ASBESTOS-CONTAINING MATERIALS

The inspection included the collection and analysis of twenty-eight (28) bulk samples to represent eleven

(11) suspect materials. ACM is defined as any material containing more than one percent (1.0%) of asbestos.

The following materials within the project limits were sampled by Watts as part of this investigation and were determined to be ACM:

• Drywall joint compound (tan) was found to be asbestos-containing. Approximately 900 square feet of drywall with tan joint compound was observed within project limits. Drywall joint compound is a friable material and was observed to be in good condition.

• Tan mottled 12” x 12” floor tile and associated black mastic were found to be asbestos-containing.

Approximately 650 square feet of tan mottled 12” x 12” floor tile and associated black mastic were observed within project limits. Floor tile and mastic are non-friable materials and were observed to be in good condition.

VAMC Buffalo – Building 1 – Suite 138C

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NON-ASBESTOS-CONTAINING MATERIALS

The following materials have been tested by Watts and are not ACM:

• Wall plaster finish coat

• Wall plaster base coat

• Drywall

• Drywall joint compound (white)

• 6” cove base

• Cove base mastic

• 12” x 12” acoustical ceiling tile

• 4’ x 2’ dot & fissure ceiling tile

The following table includes information on all suspect ACM sampled, including, the homogeneous materials identified, their corresponding sample numbers, analytical results and whether or not they are ACM. Bold, italicized and shaded materials are asbestos-containing.

Material

Description Type

Sample

Number

Results (% Asbestos) ACM

PLM TEM Y/N

Suite 138C

Wall Plaster Finish

Coat S

230838-01

230838-02

230838-03

230838-04

230838-05

ND

NA

NA

NA

NA

N

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Description Type

Sample

Number

Results (% Asbestos) ACM

PLM TEM Y/N

Wall Plaster

Base Coat S

230838-06

230838-07

230838-08

230838-09

230838-10

NA

NA

NA

NA

N

Drywall M

230838-11

230838-12

NA

N

Drywall Joint

Compound (Tan) M

230838-13

230838-14

2.5% Chrysotile

NA/PS

NA

Y

Drywall Joint

Compound (White) M

230838-15

230838-16

NA

N

6” Cove Base M

230838-17

230838-18

ND

N

Cove Base Mastic M

230838-19

230838-20

ND

N

Tan Mottled 12” x

12” Floor Tile M

230838-21

230838-22

1.6% Chrysotile

NA

Y

Floor Tile Mastic

(Black) M

230838-23

230838-24

3.3% Chrysotile

Y

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Description Type

Sample

Number

Results (% Asbestos) ACM

PLM TEM Y/N

12” x 12” Acoustical

Ceiling Tile M

230838-25

230838-26

ND

N

4’ x 2’ Dot & Fissure

Ceiling Tile M

230838-27

230838-28

N

ND = None Detected Y = Yes S = Surfacing

NA = Not Analyzed N = No M = Miscellaneous

NA/PS = Not Analyzed/Positive Stop

A NYSDOL-certified asbestos inspector from Watts collected bulk samples of all suspect materials that were identified that might be disturbed by the work as described by VA personnel. Bulk samples were collected using simple hand tools from each matrix identified as a suspect ACM. Bulk samples were delivered with the chain-of-custody forms to AmeriSci Richmond (AmeriSci), located in Midlothian, Virginia. AmeriSci is a New

York State accredited laboratory that participates in the Environmental Laboratory Approval Program (ELAP) as well as the National Voluntary Laboratory Accreditation Program (NVLAP). The non-friable organically bound (NOB) materials underwent gravimetric reduction prior to being analyzed by Polarized Light

Microscopy (PLM) Method 198.6. In addition, if NOB samples were negative by PLM, they were further analyzed by Transmission Electron Microscopy (TEM) Method 198.4. The friable materials were analyzed by

PLM Method 198.1.

OBSERVATIONS

Watts completed this investigation and associated bulk sampling in accordance with the proposed renovation scope of work provided by the VA. If the scope of work for the proposed renovations changes, and any of the materials not sampled as part of this investigation will be disturbed, they should be sampled or assumed to be asbestos-containing.

Within Suite 138C all ceiling, wall and floor finishes were requested for sampling as part of this investigation.

Tan drywall joint compound was found to be asbestos-containing. The white drywall joint compound observed around the suite entry doors was found to be non-ACM. The tan mottled 12” x 12” floor tile and associated black mastic were both found to be asbestos-containing.

The photographs, laboratory reports, chain-of-custody forms, laboratory accreditations and Watts’ license and personnel certifications are attached. Should you have any questions or need additional information, please contact me at (716) 206-5130.

Targeted Asbestos Sampling Letter Report

Sincerely, WATTS ARCHITECTS & ENGINEERS

Ted Gorenflo

Environmental Consultant

Attachments

Buffalo VAMC Building 1 – Suite 138C Photographs Taken November 16, 2023

Photo 1 – Typical view of the asbestos-containing tan mottled 12” x 12” floor tile. The associated black mastic was also found to be asbestos-containing.

Photo 2 – Typical view of the black floor tile mastic that was found to be asbestos-containing.

Buffalo VAMC Building 1 – Suite 138C Photographs Taken November 16, 2023

Photo 3 – View of the non-ACM white drywall joint compound around the suite entry door.

Photo 4 – Typical view of cove base and cove base mastic; both were found to be non-ACM.

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Attention: Phone:Ted Gorenflu (716) 206-5100

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Received Date:95 Perry Street 11/17/2023 10:55 AM

Analysis Date:Suite 300 11/20/2023 - 11/22/2023

Collected Date:Buffalo, NY 14203 11/16/2023

Project: 20230838 / VA Buffalo Room 138C Suite PO# P4U495 / Buffalo VAMC

Test Report:Asbestos Analysis of Bulk Material

Test Color

Analyzed

Date Fibrous Non-Fibrous Asbestos

Non-Asbestos

Sample ID 230838-01 Description 138C3 - Wall Plaster Skim (White)

142305481-0001 Homogeneity Homogeneous

PLM NYS 198.1 Friable Brown/ Gray/

White

None Detected11/20/2023 100.00% Non-fibrous (other)

PLM NYS 198.6 VCM Not Analyzed

PLM NYS 198.6 NOB Not Analyzed

TEM NYS 198.4 NOB Not Analyzed

Sample ID 230838-02 Description 138C3 - Wall Plaster Skim (White)

142305481-0002 Homogeneity Homogeneous

PLM NYS 198.1 Friable Brown/ Gray/

White

None Detected11/20/2023 100.00% Non-fibrous (other)

PLM NYS 198.6 VCM Not Analyzed

PLM NYS 198.6 NOB Not Analyzed

TEM NYS 198.4 NOB Not Analyzed

Sample ID 230838-03 Description 138C3 - Wall Plaster Skim (White)

142305481-0003 Homogeneity Homogeneous

PLM NYS 198.1 Friable Brown/ Gray/

White

None Detected11/20/2023 100.00% Non-fibrous (other)

PLM NYS 198.6 VCM Not Analyzed

PLM NYS 198.6 NOB Not Analyzed

TEM NYS 198.4 NOB Not Analyzed

Sample ID 230838-04 Description 138C - Wall Plaster Skim (White)

142305481-0004 Homogeneity Homogeneous

PLM NYS 198.1 Friable White None Detected11/20/2023 100.00% Non-fibrous (other)

PLM NYS 198.6 VCM Not Analyzed

PLM NYS 198.6 NOB Not Analyzed

TEM NYS 198.4 NOB Not Analyzed

Sample ID 230838-05 Description 138C - Wall Plaster Skim (White)

142305481-0005 Homogeneity Homogeneous

PLM NYS 198.1 Friable White None Detected11/20/2023 100.00% Non-fibrous (other)

PLM NYS 198.6 VCM Not Analyzed

PLM NYS 198.6 NOB Not Analyzed

TEM NYS 198.4 NOB Not Analyzed

Initial report from: 11/21/2023 10:47:01

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Test Color

Analyzed

Date Fibrous Non-Fibrous Asbestos

Non-Asbestos

Sample ID 230838-06 Description 138C3 - Wall Plaster Base (Grey)

142305481-0006 Homogeneity Homogeneous

PLM NYS 198.1 Friable Brown/ Gray None Detected11/20/2023 100.00% Non-fibrous (other)

PLM NYS 198.6 VCM Not Analyzed

PLM NYS 198.6 NOB Not Analyzed

TEM NYS 198.4 NOB Not Analyzed

Sample ID 230838-07 Description 138C3 - Wall Plaster Base (Grey)

142305481-0007 Homogeneity Homogeneous

PLM NYS 198.1 Friable Brown/ Gray None Detected11/20/2023 100.00% Non-fibrous (other)

PLM NYS 198.6 VCM Not Analyzed

PLM NYS 198.6 NOB Not Analyzed

TEM NYS 198.4 NOB Not Analyzed

Sample ID 230838-08 Description 138C3 - Wall Plaster Base (Grey)

142305481-0008 Homogeneity Homogeneous

PLM NYS 198.1 Friable Brown/ Gray None Detected11/20/2023 100.00% Non-fibrous (other)

PLM NYS 198.6 VCM Not Analyzed

PLM NYS 198.6 NOB Not Analyzed

TEM NYS 198.4 NOB Not Analyzed

Sample ID 230838-09 Description 138C - Wall Plaster Base (Grey)

142305481-0009 Homogeneity Homogeneous

PLM NYS 198.1 Friable Brown/ Gray None Detected11/20/2023 100.00% Non-fibrous (other)

PLM NYS 198.6 VCM Not Analyzed

PLM NYS 198.6 NOB Not Analyzed

TEM NYS 198.4 NOB Not Analyzed

Sample ID 230838-10 Description 138C - Wall Plaster Base (Grey)

142305481-0010 Homogeneity Homogeneous

PLM NYS 198.1 Friable Gray/ White None Detected11/20/2023 100.00% Non-fibrous (other)

PLM NYS 198.6 VCM Not Analyzed

PLM NYS 198.6 NOB Not Analyzed

TEM NYS 198.4 NOB Not Analyzed

Sample ID 230838-11 Description 138C3 - Drywall (Grey)

142305481-0011 Homogeneity Homogeneous

PLM NYS 198.1 Friable Gray None Detected11/21/2023 30.00% Cellulose 70.00% Non-fibrous (other)

PLM NYS 198.6 VCM Not Analyzed

PLM NYS 198.6 NOB Not Analyzed

TEM NYS 198.4 NOB Not Analyzed

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Test Color

Analyzed

Date Fibrous Non-Fibrous Asbestos

Non-Asbestos

Sample ID 230838-12 Description 138C - Drywall (Grey)

142305481-0012 Homogeneity Homogeneous

PLM NYS 198.1 Friable Gray None Detected11/21/2023 30.00% Cellulose 70.00% Non-fibrous (other)

PLM NYS 198.6 VCM Not Analyzed

PLM NYS 198.6 NOB Not Analyzed

TEM NYS 198.4 NOB Not Analyzed

Sample ID 230838-13 Description 138C3 - Drywall Joint Compound (Tan)

142305481-0013 Homogeneity Homogeneous

PLM NYS 198.1 Friable Tan11/21/2023 None 97.50% Non-fibrous (other) 2.50% Chrysotile

PLM NYS 198.6 VCM Not Analyzed

PLM NYS 198.6 NOB Not Analyzed

TEM NYS 198.4 NOB Not Analyzed

Sample ID 230838-14 Description 138C - Drywall Joint Compound (Tan)

142305481-0014 Homogeneity

PLM NYS 198.1 Friable Positive Stop (Not Analyzed)11/21/2023

PLM NYS 198.6 VCM Not Analyzed

PLM NYS 198.6 NOB Not Analyzed

TEM NYS 198.4 NOB Not Analyzed

Sample ID 230838-15 Description 138C Door - Drywall Joint Compound (White)

142305481-0015 Homogeneity Homogeneous

PLM NYS 198.1 Friable White None Detected11/21/2023 50.00%

50.00%

Gypsum

Non-fibrous (other)

PLM NYS 198.6 VCM Not Analyzed

PLM NYS 198.6 NOB Not Analyzed

TEM NYS 198.4 NOB Not Analyzed

Sample ID 230838-16 Description 138C Door - Drywall Joint Compound (White)

142305481-0016 Homogeneity Homogeneous

PLM NYS 198.1 Friable White None Detected11/21/2023 50.00%

50.00%

Gypsum

Non-fibrous (other)

PLM NYS 198.6 VCM Not Analyzed

PLM NYS 198.6 NOB Not Analyzed

TEM NYS 198.4 NOB Not Analyzed

Sample ID 230838-17 Description 138C3 - 6" Covebase

142305481-0017 Homogeneity Homogeneous

PLM NYS 198.1 Friable Not Analyzed

PLM NYS 198.6 VCM Not Analyzed

PLM NYS 198.6 NOB Brown Inconclusive: None Detected11/21/2023 95.50% Other

TEM NYS 198.4 NOB Brown None Detected11/22/2023 100.00% Other

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Test Color

Analyzed

Date Fibrous Non-Fibrous Asbestos

Non-Asbestos

Sample ID 230838-18 Description 138C - 6" Covebase

142305481-0018 Homogeneity Homogeneous

PLM NYS 198.1 Friable Not Analyzed

PLM NYS 198.6 VCM Not Analyzed

PLM NYS 198.6 NOB Tan/ Black Inconclusive: None Detected11/21/2023 98.40% Other

TEM NYS 198.4 NOB Tan/ Black None Detected11/22/2023 100.00% Other

Sample ID 230838-19 Description 138C3 - Covebase Mastic (Light Tan) with Residual Brown

142305481-0019 Homogeneity Homogeneous

PLM NYS 198.1 Friable Not Analyzed

PLM NYS 198.6 VCM Not Analyzed

PLM NYS 198.6 NOB Brown/ White/

Green

Inconclusive: None Detected11/21/2023 100.00% Other

TEM NYS 198.4 NOB Brown/ White/

Green

None Detected11/22/2023 100.00% Other

Sample ID 230838-20 Description 138C - Covebase Mastic (Light Tan) with Residual Brown

142305481-0020 Homogeneity Homogeneous

PLM NYS 198.1 Friable Not Analyzed

PLM NYS 198.6 VCM Not Analyzed

PLM NYS 198.6 NOB Brown/ White/

Green

Inconclusive: None Detected11/21/2023 100.00% Other

TEM NYS 198.4 NOB Brown/ White/

Green

None Detected11/22/2023 100.00% Other

Sample ID 230838-21 Description 138C3 - 12" x 12" Tan Mottled FT

142305481-0021 Homogeneity Homogeneous

PLM NYS 198.1 Friable Not Analyzed

PLM NYS 198.6 VCM Not Analyzed

PLM NYS 198.6 NOB Brown/ Tan11/21/2023 None 98.40% Other 1.60% Chrysotile

TEM NYS 198.4 NOB Not Analyzed11/22/2023

Sample ID 230838-22 Description 138C - 12" x 12" Tan Mottled FT

142305481-0022 Homogeneity

PLM NYS 198.1 Friable Not Analyzed

PLM NYS 198.6 VCM Not Analyzed

PLM NYS 198.6 NOB Positive Stop (Not Analyzed)11/21/2023

TEM NYS 198.4 NOB Not Analyzed11/22/2023

Sample ID 230838-23 Description 138C3 - Floor Tile Mastic (Black)

142305481-0023 Homogeneity Homogeneous

PLM NYS 198.1 Friable Not Analyzed

PLM NYS 198.6 VCM Not Analyzed

PLM NYS 198.6 NOB Black11/21/2023 None 96.70% Other 3.30% Chrysotile

TEM NYS 198.4 NOB Not Analyzed11/22/2023

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Analyzed

Date Fibrous Non-Fibrous Asbestos

Non-Asbestos

Sample ID 230838-24 Description 138C - Floor Tile Mastic (Black)

142305481-0024 Homogeneity

PLM NYS 198.1 Friable Not Analyzed

PLM NYS 198.6 VCM Not Analyzed

PLM NYS 198.6 NOB Positive Stop (Not Analyzed)11/21/2023

TEM NYS 198.4 NOB Not Analyzed11/22/2023

Sample ID 230838-25 Description 138C - 12" x 12" Acoustical Ceiling Tile

142305481-0025 Homogeneity Homogeneous

PLM NYS 198.1 Friable Not Analyzed

PLM NYS 198.6 VCM Not Analyzed

PLM NYS 198.6 NOB Gray/ White Inconclusive: None Detected11/21/2023 5.90% Glass 82.00% Other

TEM NYS 198.4 NOB Gray/ White None Detected11/22/2023 100.00% Other

Sample ID 230838-26 Description 138C - 12" x 12" Acoustical Ceiling Tile

142305481-0026 Homogeneity Homogeneous

PLM NYS 198.1 Friable Not Analyzed

PLM NYS 198.6 VCM Not Analyzed

PLM NYS 198.6 NOB Gray/ White Inconclusive: None Detected11/21/2023 6.60% Glass 87.00% Other

TEM NYS 198.4 NOB Gray/ White None Detected11/22/2023 100.00% Other

Sample ID 230838-27 Description 138C3 - 2' x 4' Dot & Fissure Ceiling Tile

142305481-0027 Homogeneity Homogeneous

PLM NYS 198.1 Friable Not Analyzed

PLM NYS 198.6 VCM Not Analyzed

PLM NYS 198.6 NOB Tan/ White Inconclusive: None Detected11/21/2023 68.00% Glass 32.00% Other

TEM NYS 198.4 NOB Tan/ White None Detected11/22/2023 100.00% Other

Sample ID 230838-28 Description 138C - 2' x 4' Dot & Fissure Ceiling Tile

142305481-0028 Homogeneity Homogeneous

PLM NYS 198.1 Friable Not Analyzed

PLM NYS 198.6 VCM Not Analyzed

PLM NYS 198.6 NOB Tan/ White Inconclusive: None Detected11/21/2023 70.00% Glass 30.00% Other

TEM NYS 198.4 NOB Tan/ White None Detected11/22/2023 100.00% Other

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Report Comments:

Sample Receipt Date:

Analysis Completed Date: Analysis Completed Time:

Sample Receipt Time:11/17/2023 10:55 AM

11/20/2023 4:18 PM

Analyst(s):

Hannah Parkes PLM NYS 198.1 Friable (15) Hannah Parkes PLM NYS 198.6 NOB (10)

Tom Hanes TEM NYS 198.4 NOB (8)

Samples reviewed and approved by:

Rhonda McGee, Laboratory Manager or Other Approved Signatory

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This report is a summary of multiple methods of analysis, fully compliant reports are available upon request. All samples examined for the presence of vermiculite when analyzed via NYS 198.1. A combination of PLM and TEM analysis may be necessary to ensure consistently reliable detection of asbestos. Polarized-light microscopy is not consistently reliable in detecting asbestos in floor coverings and similar non-friable organically bound materials. This report must not be used to claim product endorsement by

NVLAP of any agency or the U.S. Government . Quantitative transmission electron microscopy is currently the only method that can be used to determine if this material can be considered or treated as non-asbestos containing. NOB= Non friable organically bound; N/A= Not applicable VCM= Vermiculite containing material.

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ASBESTOS FIBER ANALYSIS NVLAP LAB CODE 200056-0

Bulk Asbestos Analysis

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18/A03 EPA 600/R-93/116: Method for the Determination of Asbestos in Bulk Building Materials

Airborne Asbestos Analysis

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