Indoor Environmental Quality General Assessment of Running Brook Elementary School: February 24th, 2021 (GXRBES2021000034)

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
No
Restroom in room 062 had ceiling tiles bowing or out of ceiling tile grid. School custodial staff is to reposition ceiling tiles. Submit a work order to Building Services if any difficulties. Kiln room in art room 008 - the drywall ceiling has a ~2" x 6" void. Work order 181227.
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
No
Kiln room in art room 008 - the exhaust / return air grille is dirty and cob webs present. Room 102 - the exposed side of the air supply diffusers had dirt or spotting from past condensate. Rooms 71, 107, and 110: The back side of the air supply diffuser fins are dirty. The above items are to be cleaned by school custodial staff.
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
About a foot of an expansion joint in the exterior brick is failing. Located to the far right end of the building when facing the school's main entrance. Near hose bib. Work order 181223.
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
Media center has some fake plants on top of book cases. Room 202 has several decorative items (tissue paper and lantern balls) hanging from the ceiling which collect dust and are disturbed by air flow coming from nearby supply air diffusers. School administration is to determine if items have educational value and are maintained or need to be removed.
No stained or damage ceiling tiles
No
Kitchen office has a ceiling tile with a small water stain near the HVAC ceiling cassette. School custodial staff is to submit a work order to Building Services if not already being addressed.
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
No mold growth on insulation
Yes
Traps contain water
Yes
Chemical Storage
Containers capped
No
Classroom 062 has two unlabeled spray bottles (contains clear liquid) on top of cabinets above the sink. School is to determine contents. Label accordingly. If using Custodial Services products, label with manufacturer labels.
No evidence of an active spill
Yes
Fan Coil Units/VAV Boxes
Check OK Comments
Condition
No odors, or unusual noise or vibration
Yes