Indoor Environmental Quality General Assessment of Applications and Research Laboratory: April 13th, 2022 (GXXARL202200008A)

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
Work Order Closed by Building Maintenance
C37A - The paint is peeling near the supply diffuser (WO #232277).
No noticeable air leaks
Yes
Work Order Closed by Building Maintenance
Outside of C42 - The Ceiling-Mounted HVAC Unit has a hole due to rust (WO #232193).
Plenum
Check OK Comments
Ceiling Tiles
Tight seal on all tiles
Yes
Work Order Closed by Building Maintenance
Culinary/Kitchen - Two large holes in the drop ceiling (Custodial). B28 - Ceiling tile out of place (Custodial). B62 - Ceiling tile out of place due to re-occurring leak. Water is being drained from leak area to a nearby sink. Building Maintenance indicated a roof top HVAC unit needs to be replaced to address the reoccurring leak. This replacement is planned to occur the Summer of 2023 or 2024 pending available funding.
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?
Yes
Doors and Windows
Caulking and weather stripping in good condition
Yes
Work Order Closed by Building Maintenance
A-11 - Weather stripping on garage door not fully attached and door rusting (WO #232195). A-8 - Exit door rusted (WO #232199). A-20 - Daylight at exit door (WO #232201).
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
A-7 - Paint peeling from wall (WO #232202).
No stained or damage ceiling tiles
Yes
Work Order Closed by Building Maintenance
Outside of B10, Outside C4, C32A, C50, B31- Stained Ceiling Tile. If a work order is not already in progress, please place one for Building Maintenance to address the cause.
No visible mold present (walls, cabinets, under sinks, behind posters)
Yes
Work Order Closed by Building Maintenance
Kitchen - The walk-in doors should be wiped down periodically to prevent mold growth forming due to condensation (Custodial or Kitchen Staff). B37 - Mold growth on 6 linear of drywall. See IEQ Concern CXXARL202200021C for additional details on response actions. Note this form may not be available at the time this document is published. Outside B65 - Mold growth on 5 linear of drywall. See IEQ Concern CXXARL202200021C for additional details on response actions. Note this form may not be available at the time this document is published.
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
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 Number(s)
232193, 232195, 232199, 232201, 232202, 232277
Issues found durring this assessment have been assigned to the above work order(s).