Indoor Environmental Quality General Assessment of Oakland Mills Middle School: August 16th, 2021 (GXOMMS202100006F)

Assessor
Christopher Madden
Date

Air Distribution and Terminal System (Assess 2-3 Locations per HVAC Zone)

Ductwork (Supply and Return)
Check OK Comments
Condition
No odors, noise or vibration
Yes
Clean, no obstructions
Yes
Free from signs of moisture/mold, insects or rodents?
Yes
No noticeable air leaks
Yes
Plenum
Check OK Comments
Ceiling Tiles
Tight seal on all tiles
No
81 - Ceiling tile bowed out of place. 21 - Tile bowed out of place. Adjusted while onsite. If it comes out of place again, replace. 68 - Missing ceiling tile.128 - Ceiling tile out of place above stage stairs.
No stained/damaged tiles indicating high RH or moisture problem
No
Bowed Ceiling Tiles in various locations throughout facility indicating elevated relative humidity (most likely occurs July-September). Building Maintenance is aware and is planning a controls upgrade project to address the issue, pending available funding.
Supply Diffusers, Return Grilles, Exhaust Grilles
Check OK Comments
Condition
No odors or unusual sounds
Yes
Clean, no excess dirt or moisture
No
FACS Storage - Supply diffuser dirty. Kitchen (Dishwashing) - Supply diffuser rusted (WO #205355).
No obstruction to air flow
No
Room 22 - Return air grille blocked.
No purposely placed obstruction indicating occupant distress
Yes
Location
No short circuiting between supply and return
Yes
Doors
Doors not tight or difficult to close indicating large pressure differential
Yes

Building

Envelope
Check OK Comments
Foundation
No moisture penetration or signs of mold?
No
Industrial Arts Storage (S10) - Stair-step cracking in block and damaged drywall (WO #205357). Industrial Arts Storage (131) - Salts on roof deck (WO #205357).
Doors and Windows
Caulking and weather stripping in good condition
Yes
Classrooms (Assess 2 to 3 per HVAC System Zone)
Check OK Comments
Condition
Room is free of dust and clutter
No
FACS Storage Closet - Dirt/Debris behind washer and drier.
No stained or damage ceiling tiles
No
18 - Hole in corner of tile (above teacher desk). Outside of 13 (above Locker 456), 41 (2 tiles), 67 (minor), 89 - Stained Ceiling Tile(s)
No visible mold present (walls, cabinets, under sinks, behind posters)
No
Relative humidity mold was observed on the inside of the cabinet doors in Rooms 18, 75 , and 89. The doors were cleaned/disinfected upon discovery. Building Maintenance (Plumbing) assessed the fixture in these areas and did not identify any deficiencies with leaks/moisture. Additionally, relative humidity mold growth was observed on a tool cabinet in Room 180. Custodial Services cleaned/disinfected the mold growth in Room 180.
Relative Humidity
Not above 70%
No
Room 007, Cafeteria, 68 (room also too cold) - Building Maintenance is aware and is planning a controls upgrade project to address the issue, pending available funding.
Mechanical/Boiler Rooms (Assess Each)
Check OK Comments
Condition
Clean
Yes
No unusual noise or odor
Yes
No mold growth on insulation
Yes
Traps contain water
Yes
Chemical Storage
Containers capped
Yes
No evidence of an active spill
Yes
Fan Coil Units/VAV Boxes
Check OK Comments
Condition
No odors, or unusual noise or vibration
Yes