Indoor Environmental Quality General Assessment of Clemens Crossing Elementary School: May 4th, 2022 (GXCCES2022000092)

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
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
Work Order Closed by Building Maintenance
The air supply diffusers in the cafeteria have visible dust accumulation on them. Work order 234539.
No obstruction to air flow
Yes
No purposely placed obstruction indicating occupant distress
Yes
Work Order Closed by Building Maintenance
A printer is near the thermostat in room 138. This could give a false reading to the thermostat causing room to over cool or heat (thermal discomfort). School administration is to inform staff not to place items giving off heat near thermostats.
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?
Yes
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
Work Order Closed by Building Maintenance
Room 129 had several large stuffed animals which if not cleaned periodically during the school year can collect particulate and can be a allergen source when handled closely by students and staff. School administration is to determine if the items or the amount of items serve an educational value. Staff is to remove or reduce amount of stuffed items as necessary. If any of the fabric items are to remain, a cleaning plan is to be in place.
No stained or damage ceiling tiles
Yes
Work Order Closed by Building Maintenance
Water stained ceiling tiles were observed in the cafeteria (around light near door to hallway), gym storage (around a sprinkler head), closet in room 197, and room 129 (fresh stain between light and lockers). If not already being addressed, school custodial staff is to submit a work order to Building Maintenance to evaluate and address the source.
No visible mold present (walls, cabinets, under sinks, behind posters)
Yes
Relative Humidity
Not above 70%
Yes
Mechanical/Boiler Rooms (Assess Each)
Check OK Comments
Condition
Clean
Yes
No unusual noise or odor
Yes
Work Order Closed by Building Maintenance
Water associated with the water main equipment in the boiler room was leaking into drain funnel and the floor was wetted within the vicinity. Building Maintenance was immediately notified. A contractor recently rebuilt this device. Building Maintenance is looking into whether or not the pressure reducing valve is the cause. Once determined, Building Maintenance will rebuild or replace all parts as needed.
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
Work Order Closed by Building Maintenance
The tamper proof casing around the thermostat in portable 176 did not have a front cover and the ventilation system mode was set to off with indoor temperature reading 64 degrees Fahrenheit. School administration is to inform custodial and teaching staff not manipulate thermostat cover or settings. Work order 234538 was issued to install cover and properly set thermostat parameters.
Work Order Number(s)
234538, 234539
Issues found durring this assessment have been assigned to the above work order(s).