Indoor Environmental Quality General Assessment of Glenelg High School: July 9th, 2021 (GXXGHS2021000054)

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
Yes
No stained/damaged tiles indicating high RH or moisture problem
Yes
Insulation & Fireproofing
Condition okay
No
Storage Room across from 218 - Water stained pipe insulation (no visible mold growth, WO #198210).
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
No
205, 207, and 99 - Condensation in windows, probably seal issue (WO #198212). 221- Interior window caulk deteriorating (WO #198216).
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
No
Outside 229, Outside 231, 120, Media Office (M2), 175, 301 (Storage), 143 - Stained Ceiling Tile
No visible mold present (walls, cabinets, under sinks, behind posters)
Yes
Relative Humidity
Not above 70%
No
99 and 102- Elevated humidity (75.8-78.8%). Building Maintenance shutdown outside air units to prevent humid outside air from entering through HVAC system. FCU's continued to run to provide cooling. The Office of the Environment is to monitor the left wing over the summer as this is a re-occurring issue.
Mechanical/Boiler Rooms (Assess Each)
Check OK Comments
Condition
Clean
No
S-21 (near gym) - Compressor leaking and missing/damaged fiberglass pipe insulation (WO #198214).
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