Indoor Environmental Quality General Assessment of Glenwood Middle School: July 8th, 2020 (GXXGMS2020000009)

School
Glenwood Middle School
Assessor
Jeffrey Klenk
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
Condition
No odors, unusual sounds, or vibration
Yes
Free of obstructions and debris (only applicable for return plenums)
No
Above the drop ceiling in room 36 (three ceiling tiles from storage door and then between HVAC ceiling cassette and middle window) there was a section of duct work with its ends not connected to anything. It was determined to be excess duct and to be removed. (Work Order 160749).
Free from signs of moisture/mold, insects or rodents?
Yes
No leaks from supply or exhaust into return
Yes
Ceiling Tiles
Tight seal on all tiles
Yes
No stained/damaged tiles indicating high RH or moisture problem
Yes
Supply Diffusers, Return Grilles, Exhaust Grilles
Check OK Comments
Condition
No odors or unusual sounds
Yes
Clean, no excess dirt or moisture
Yes
No obstruction to air flow
Yes
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
Gym - small holes in block wall on left and right sides of the chin up bar. (Work Order 160748).
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
Yes
No stained or damage ceiling tiles
Yes
No visible mold present (walls, cabinets, under sinks, behind posters)
Yes
Relative Humidity
Not above 70%
No
Rooms 36 (band) and 39 (art) had relative humidity of 74%. The ventilation unit serving related arts wing was not functioning correctly and reported to Building Services HVAC Shop to investigate and address. Until resolved, the Office of Environment will perform periodic inspections for mold growth of the impacted to rooms.
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