Indoor Environmental Quality General Assessment of Northfield Elementary School: November 30th, 2021 (GXXNES2021000079)

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
No
The cafeteria's air supply diffusers have visible dust accumulation. Work order 215230.
No obstruction to air flow
No
Louvers were closed within the ceiling return in room B02/131. Work order 215208.
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
The metal header of the window in room C47/119 has signs of blistering paint. Work order 215212.
Classrooms (Assess 2 to 3 per HVAC System Zone)
Check OK Comments
Condition
Room is free of dust and clutter
No
Media center had an abundant of stuffed animals. Room C44/116 had two large fabric chairs that do not appear to be HCPSS issued. Room C34/113 had numerous fabric cushions and furniture that do not appear to be HCPSS issued. Although items appear visibly clean, they can be a reservoir or source of allergens when disturbed and/or handled not knowing their origin and if not properly maintained. In addition, additional time for custodial staff to clean. School administration is to decide what items are necessary to meet educational needs. Items not required are to be removed.
No stained or damage ceiling tiles
No
An edge of a ceiling tile near a skylight (back right) has a water stain. Work order 215211. Minor water stained ceiling tile in room C61/122 near the left end of the chalkboard. 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
Yes
No evidence of an active spill
Yes
Fan Coil Units/VAV Boxes
Check OK Comments
Condition
No odors, or unusual noise or vibration
No
Thermostats were obstructed in rooms C54/125 and C44/116 by bookcases. School administration is to have custodial and teaching staff work together to relocate casework so not to impede air space around the thermostat. The fan setting in portable 274 was in the "auto" position instead of "on" (recommended as a temporary COVID measure). Work order 215208.