S02 Attachment 02_Asbestos Report - 548-CSI-139 WPB Renovate IR Cath Lab_36 Pages.pdf

PROJECT INFORMATION

ASBESTOS & WATER DAMAGE

ASSESSMENT REPORT

Performed at:

IR Cath Lab West Palm Beach VA Hospital

7305 N Military Trail West Palm Beach, FL 33410

Report Prepared For:

RDC – John Poe

Report Prepared By:

OHC Environmental Engineering, Inc.

101 South Hoover Blvd, Suite 101 Tampa, Florida 33609

OHC Project #240064-AS

February 28, 2024

Limited Asbestos & Water Damage Survey

West Palm Beach VA – IR Cath Lab OHC Project No. 240064-AS

PROJECT INFORMATION

OHC PROJECT NO. 240064-AS

CLIENT NAME: RDC John Poe Architecture

CLIENT CONTACT:

Mr. Chad Vaughn

PROJECT LOCATION: IR Cath Lab West Palm Beach VA Hospital

SERVICES PERFORMED: Water Damage Assessment & Asbestos NESHAP Survey

DATES OF SERVICES: 02/28/2024

CONSULTING FIRM: OHC Environmental Engineering, Inc.

101 South Hoover Blvd, Suite 101 Tampa, FL 33609

SURVEYOR:

Mr. Nick Foster

REPORT REVIEWED BY:

James F. Rizk, CIH, FLAC

LICENSED CONSULTANT:

James F. Rizk, CIH

FLAC #IA0000022

TABLE OF CONTENTS

1.0 INTRODUCTION

2.0 BUILDING DESCRIPTION

3.0 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

3.1 Asbestos Survey Results

3.2 Lead Survey Results

Table 1: Presumed Lead Containing Materials

3.3 Mold and Water Damage Material Assessment

4.0 ASBESTOS SURVEY

4.1 Asbestos Survey Results

Table 2: Materials Sampled for Asbestos

4.2 Asbestos Sampling & Analytical Methods

4.3 Regulatory Requirements

4.4 Statutory Requirements

5.0 LEAD SURVEY

6.0 OBSERVATIONS

7.0 CONCLUSIONS

8.0 LIMITATIONS

9.0 DOCUMENT CONTENT

List of Tables

Table 1: Presumed Lead Containing Materials

Table 2: Materials Sampled for Asbestos

APPENDIX A: Asbestos and Lead Sampling Locations APPENDIX B: Asbestos Laboratory Analytical Results APPENDIX C: Water Damage Assessment Table APPENDIX D: Consultant Credentials

List of Abbreviations:

A/C Air Condition

A/H Air Handler Unit

CIH Certified Industrial Hygienist

CMU Concrete Masonry Unit

CT Ceiling Tile

GWBS Gypsum Wallboard System

IH Industrial Hygienist

IR Infra-Red Spectrophotometry

LF Linear Feet

LM Linoleum

RB Red Brick

SF Square Feet

TSI Thermal System Insulation

UV Ultra-Violet Light

VBB Vinyl Baseboard

VPFG Visible Presumptive Fungal Growth

VCT Vinyl Composite Tile

1.0 INTRODUCTION

OHC Environmental Engineering, Inc., (OHC), was contracted by RDC/JPA Architecture, to perform a comprehensive asbestos and water damage/mold assessment on IR Cath Lab at the West Palm Beach VA Hospital. The survey was performed on 02/28/2024 at the location described above.

2.0 BUILDING DESCRIPTION

The West Palm Beach VA Hospital is a multi-level building with a basement and interstitial spaces. The IR Cath Lab, interstitial space above the lab area, and mechanical room housing the A/H units supplying the area encompassed the scope of this survey. The walls of the lab area are drywall with a dropdown non-suspect cellulose ceiling tiles above. The flooring of the lab area is VCT and sheet flooring with yellow mastic underneath. The interstitial space has concrete walls, columns, and flooring. A/C duct work, water lines with TSI, and electrical cable trays comprised the interstitial space above the IR Cath Lab area. The mechanical room had two separate A/H units which supplied the area, both were inspected and deemed to be clean and in proper working order.

3.0 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

3.1 Asbestos Survey Results

Based on the results of the Polarized Light Microscopy (PLM) laboratory analysis, asbestos-containing materials (ACM) are not present within the scope of the survey.

3.2 Lead Survey Results

No suspect lead paint was found within the scope of the survey; however, it is possible that the interior of the walls around the perimeter of the Angio Lab contain a lead lining to protect against radiation, because of this the interior of the walls are considered presumed lead containing material (PLCM) as indicated in Table 1 below.

3.3 Mold and Water Damaged Material Assessment

A visual assessment was conducted throughout the IR Cath Lab area which included a nurse’s station, holding rooms 1 through 3, a storage room, a restroom, a control room, the Angio Lab, an Angio Lab storage room and scrub room, and the corridor connecting all these separate rooms. A moisture meter was used to assess the moisture content of surfaces and an IR camera was used to scan all surfaces in the area to determine if any moisture could be detected within the walls, flooring, or ceiling. No readings of high moisture were detected with the moisture meter and no abnormal readings were found with the IR camera. Note that no core sampling was done on the walls in the IR Cath Lab area to eliminate any dust created which would have compromised the sterile environment.

TABLE 1: PRESUMED LEAD CONTAINING MATERIALS

Sample ID Material

Locations Material

Description Quantity Lab Results Picture

N/A Interior of Angio Lab

Perimeter Walls Possible Lead

Lining in Walls ~750 SF PLCM

4.0 ASBESTOS SURVEY

Based on the observations and the laboratory analysis of the samples collected from the site, asbestos-containing materials (ACM) do not exist within the scope of this survey. The Environmental Protection Agency defines asbestos-containing material (ACM) as any material or product that contains more than one percent (1%) asbestos.

4.1 Asbestos Survey Results

Table 2 below summarizes the samples of all the suspect ACM collected from the site. The table describes the homogenous sampling area (HSA), sample ID, sample location, material description, quantity, condition, friability, and the laboratory analytical result. Note that samples in RED indicate that the material contains asbestos and will require compliance with NESHAP and OSHA. Please refer to the Appendices at the end of this report for photographs of the materials sampled and official laboratory analytical results.

TABLE 2: MATERIALS SAMPLED FOR ASBESTOS

HSA Sample

ID

Sample Location

Material Description

Quantity, Condition, Friability

Lab Results

Picture

064-1A Nurse Station

North 2B-230B

GWBS

TBD

Good

Non-Friable

NAD 064-1B

Nurse Station South

2B-230B

064-1C Storage Room 2B-230A

064-2A North Nurse

Station Cabinet 2B-230B

Bathroom Sink and Cabinet Caulking

~18 LF

Good

Non-Friable

NAD

064-2B South Nurse

Station Cabinet 2B-230B

064-2C Restroom Sink

064-3A Nurse Station

Holding Room 2 Entryway

Door Caulking ~10 Doors

Good Non-Friable

NAD 064-3B Restroom Door

064-3C Control Room

Door 2B-232A

064-4A Restroom Flooring Restroom Flooring

(2 Layers) –

Layer 1: White And Blue Speckled Vinyl Sheet Flooring with

White Master

Layer 2:

Possible Linoleum

Flooring

TBD

Good

Non-Friable NAD 064-4B Storage Room

064-4C Nurse Station

5 064-5A Restroom Walls

Pink Unglazed 2"x2"

Wall Tile with Tan Grout And White

Mastic

~88 SF

Good

Non-Friable

NAD

064-6A Blue Wall Paneling

Outside Control Room 2B-232A

White Adhesive Behind

Blue Wall Paneling

TBD

Good

Non-Friable

NAD

064-6B Nurse Station

Holding Room 1

7 064-7A

Angio Lab Equipment

Room Flooring 2B-234A

White 12"x12" VCT With

Blue And Pink Specks

With Yellow Mastic

~98 SF

Good

Non-Friable

NAD

064-8A Nurse Station 2B-230B

Beige Cove Base Mastic

~75 LF

Good

Non-Friable

NAD

064-8B

Angio Lab Equipment

Room Flooring 2B-234A

064-9A

Interstitial Space Above IR Cath Lab

Area

White Mastic On Silver Paper Wrapping Over Fiberglass Duct

Insulation

TBD

Good

Non-Friable

NAD 064-9B

064-9C

064-10A

Interstitial Space Above IR Cath Lab

Area

Grey Mastic On Metal Ducts Underneath Duct

Insulation

TBD

Good

Non-Friable

NAD 064-10B

064-10C

064-11A

Interstitial Space Above IR Cath Lab

Area

TSI: White Wrap And Fiberglass

Insulation Over Water

Supply / Return And Domestic Water

Lines

TBD

Good

Non-Friable

NAD 064-11B

064-11C

12 064-12A Interstitial Space

Above IR Cath Lab Area

TSI: Black Foam Glass With White Wrapping

~5 LF

Good

Non-Friable

NAD

064-13A

Interstitial Space Above IR Cath Lab

Area Concrete

TBD

Good

Non-Friable

NAD 064-13B

064-13C

4.2 Asbestos Sampling & Analytical Methods

Asbestos sampling was conducted in accordance with NESHAP (40 CFR 61, Subpart M) protocol for the commencement of demolition/renovation activities. The surveyor conducted a visual inspection of every safe and reasonably accessible room and space of the building. Materials sampled were grouped into Homogenous Sampling Areas (HSA) based on the texture, color, use, age, condition, and every other visual appearance to identify suspect ACM. Materials containing asbestos are grouped into the following categories:

Regulated ACM (RACM): Refers to friable manufactured ACM or a Category I non-friable ACM that has become friable; or a Category I Non- Friable ACM that will be or has been subjected to sanding, grinding, cutting or abrading; or a Category II Non-Friable ACM that has a high probability of becoming or has become crumbled, pulverized, or reduced to powder by the forces expected to act on the material in the course of demolition or renovation operations.

Category I Non-Friable ACM: Refers to asbestos containing packing, gaskets, resilient floor coverings (including mastics), Galbestos, and asphalt roofing products containing more than 1% asbestos.

Category II Non-Friable ACM: Refers to any material that is not a Category I Non-Friable ACM that contains greater than 1% asbestos.

Bulk samples of all friable and non-friable suspect ACM were collected, as well as a representative number of samples from each homogeneous area following the EPA's simplified random sampling method (EPA560/585-030a). Good Industrial Hygiene practices were followed when collecting bulk samples to minimize fiber release.

Every precaution was taken to prevent asbestos exposure to the surveyor, the building occupants, and the public. All sample locations were logged with an appropriate description and the locations were marked on any available drawings. A unique sequential numbering system was used to identify each area. Each bulk sample was placed in a labeled bag, which was immediately marked with its sample number. Strict Chain-of-Custody protocols were followed and signed by the receiving laboratory personnel who handled the samples. The samples were analyzed via PLM EPA-600 by EMSL Analytical in Orlando, FL. Quality control samples were analyzed by EMSL Analytical in Tampa, FL for Quality Control procedures confirming the analysis of asbestos content. The purpose is to monitor the performance of the laboratories where samples are being analyzed to provide competence and reliability assurance.

4.3 Regulatory Requirements

Demolition: According to NESHAP, 40CFR61 Subpart M, demolition is defined as the wrecking or taking out of any load-supporting structural member of a facility together with any related handling operations or the intentional burning of any facility.

The final NESHAP Rule provides classification for regulated asbestos containing material as follows:

Friable asbestos material.

Category I non-friable ACM that has become friable.

Category I non-friable ACM that will be or has been subjected to sanding, grinding, cutting, or abrading; or Category II non-friable ACM that has a high probability of becoming or has become crumbled, pulverized, or reduced to powder by forces expected to act upon the material during demolition or renovation operations.

If the total asbestos content is determined to be trace to 10%, the owner must either assume that the material contains greater than 1% asbestos and treat the material as regulated asbestos-containing material (RACM) or have the material verified/quantified by point counting. If after point counting, the material is quantified as 1% or less, it is not regulated by the NESHAP. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) considers material that contains any amount of asbestos as asbestos-containing and requires compliance with OSHA regulations. The demolition of a structure with materials present that contain any amount of asbestos is considered by OSHA as an asbestos abatement, and all applicable OSHA rules must be complied with during the demolition.

Notification: Notification is required to the local regulatory agency:

1. Ten (10) working days prior to a demolition.

2. Ten (10) working days prior to a renovation operation, if the amount of asbestos material removed or impacted is greater than 160 SF on all building components (i.e. floor tile, mastic, GWBS, etc.) or 260 LF on pipes.

3. One (1) day prior to demolition if the building has been condemned and is structurally unsound as determined by the appropriate agency.

Notification must be sent by certified mail with return receipt or hand delivered to the Florida Department of Environmental Protection. The demolition contractor must wait ten (10) working days (Monday – Friday) from the postmarked date of mailing or the date of hand delivery to commencement of demolition. Any change to the start date of the demolition requires notification to the agency by phone, followed by a written revision to the Notification Form.

4.4 Statutory Requirements

The regulatory agency responsible for the oversight of the rules pertaining to asbestos-containing building materials (ACBM) is the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). The regulations require that prior to demolition or renovation a facility survey must be conducted in accordance with section 40 CFR 61-M National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants; Asbestos NESHAP Revisions, Final Rule.

Enforcement of these rules was passed on to the states. In the State of Louisiana, they are enforced by the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP). Some counties have developed an enforcement division to carry out the responsibilities of the DEP and have developed environmental and asbestos ordinances with which compliance is required.

5.0 LEAD SURVEY

No suspect lead paint was detected in the scope of the survey; however, it is possible that the interior of the walls around the perimeter of the Angio Lab contain a lead lining to protect against radiation, because of this the interior of the walls are considered presumed lead containing material (PLCM).

6.0 OBSERVATIONS

Lead lining in walls of Angio Lab not sampled and are considered PLCM No suspect paint found in the scope of the survey therefore no samples for lead paint were collected No condensate coatings found on sinks No mirror mastic found behind mirrors No suspect electrical materials found Ceiling tiles not sampled due to the sterile environment however they all appear to be non-suspect cellulose tiles in the dropdown ceiling grid Sampling avoided as much as possible in Angio Lab 2B-234 due to the elevated sterile environment needs of the space

7.0 CONCLUSIONS

Based on the results of the PLM analysis, ACM is not present in the materials sampled.

No suspect paint was identified within the scope of the survey but the interior of the perimeter walls of the Angio Lab are considered presumed lead containing material (PLCM) due to the potential for a protective lead lining.

No water damage or VPFG was idnetified in the visual inspection of the IR Cath Lab area, all moisture readings were within an acceptable range, and no problem areas were detected with the Infrared camera used to scan the surfaces of the area. No core sampling was conducted in the walls within the scope of the assessment due to the need to not create dust in the sterile environment. The A/H Units that supplied the area were inspected and the interiors appeared to be clean and free of any VPFG, dust, or debris. The supply and return vents within the scope also appeared to be clean and free of any VPFG, dust, and debris.

A 10 working days notification is required prior to any demolition activity. Demolition means the removal of any load support structural member of the building.

A 10-working day notification is required prior to the removal of any regulated asbestos containing material.

8.0 LIMITATIONS

The materials sampled in this survey were subject to accessibility. This survey was limited to the IR Cath Lab area. OHC warrants that the investigations and methodology reflect the prevailing standard of work practices in the environmental consulting field. If unforeseen materials are discovered during the renovation/demolition of the facility, work should stop, and the material be presumed ACM until the material can be analyzed by an accredited asbestos building inspector.

9.0 DOCUMENT CONTENT

This document has been prepared for exclusive use by RDC – John Poe. The knowledge of the consultant is based upon current information and research. If local knowledge indicates error, omissions, or inaccuracy, please notify the consultant.

APPENDIX A:

ASBESTOS AND LEAD SAMPLING

LOCATIONS

APPENDIX B:

ASBESTOS LABORATORY

ANALYTICAL RESULTS

APPENDIX C:

WATER DAMAGE ASSESSMENT

TABLE

Building Inspection Form

Location Room Number Building Material Assessment Damage

Type Moisture Readings

Holding Room 1 GWBS

Drywall and Vinyl Flooring Free of any

Signs of WD or VPFG (IR Camera Shots Taken no Problem

Areas Found)

None

Holding Room 2 GWBS

Drywall and Vinyl Flooring Free of any

Signs of WD or VPFG (IR Camera Shots Taken no Problem

Areas Found)

None

Holding Room 3 GWBS

Drywall and Vinyl Flooring Free of any

Signs of WD or VPFG (IR Camera Shots Taken no Problem

Areas Found)

None

Restroom GWBS

Drywall and Vinyl Flooring Free of any

Signs of WD or VPFG (IR Camera Shots Taken no Problem

Areas Found)

None

Air Vents Supply/Return Other All Air Vents Free of

Dust/Debris/VPFG None

Storage Room 2B-230A Other

Drywall and Vinyl Flooring Free of any

Signs of WD or VPFG (IR Camera Shots Taken no Problem

Areas Found)

None

Nurse Station 2B- 230B Other

Drywall and Vinyl Flooring Free of any

Signs of WD or VPFG (IR Camera Shots Taken no Problem

Areas Found)

None

Control Room 2B-232A Other

Drywall and Vinyl Flooring Free of any

Signs of WD or VPFG (IR Camera Shots Taken no Problem

Areas Found)

None

Angio Lab 2B- 234 Other

Drywall and Vinyl Flooring Free of any

Signs of WD or VPFG (IR Camera Shots Taken no Problem

Areas Found)

Angio Lab

Equipment Room 2B-234A

Other

Drywall and Vinyl Flooring Free of any

Signs of WD or VPFG (IR Camera Shots Taken no Problem

Areas Found)

None

Angio Lab Scrub Room Other

Drywall and Vinyl Flooring Free of any

Signs of WD or VPFG (IR Camera Shots Taken no Problem

Areas Found)

None

Interstitial Space Above Other

Various Piping, Plumbing, Electrical, and AC Ductwork showed no Signs of

WD or VPFG

Both AC Units Supplying IR

Cath Lab Areas Other

Both Unit Interiors and Exteriors Inspected and

Showed no Signs of

VPFG

APPENDIX D:

CONSULTANT & LABORATORY

CREDENTIALS

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