Indoor Environmental Quality General Assessment of Ilchester Elementary School: July 1st, 2021 (GXXIES202100004F)

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
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
Classrooms (Assess 2 to 3 per HVAC System Zone)
Check OK Comments
Condition
Room is free of dust and clutter
No
Room 114 - Several books have fallen behind bookcase. They appear to have been there for a while. Potential pest nesting area.
No stained or damage ceiling tiles
No
Room 104, Storage 6 (Network Closet) - Stained Ceiling Tiles.
No visible mold present (walls, cabinets, under sinks, behind posters)
No
Room 212- Elevated moisture was detected in the backsplash. Backsplash to be removed (WO 3197416). No visible mold growth and no apparent plumbing issues observed.
Relative Humidity
Not above 70%
No
Cafeteria (73.3%) - The HVAC system was operating but should not have been at that time. HVAC contacted. Portables - Fan mode on portables incorrectly set to "on." The thermostat setting was changed while onsite for two portables. However, the lock box was not accessible for Portable184. HVAC contacted to address.
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