Indoor Environmental Quality General Assessment of Cradlerock Elementary School: August 11th, 2021 (GXCRES2021000063)

School
Cradlerock Elementary School
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
No
Portables 129 and 130 - Thermostat incorrectly set for Summer operations (Fan in "On" Position). Building Maintenance alerted same day.
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?
No
2-3" Diameter Hole in backside of building near basketball courts (WO #201730).
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
008 - Microwave, 033 - Refrigerator (Energy Management)
No stained or damage ceiling tiles
No
48,34, 008, 65, 71, 74, and Hallway between 184 and Cafeteria - Stained Ceiling Tile(s). 006 - Hole in Ceiling Tile. 012 - Broken Ceiling Tile.
No visible mold present (walls, cabinets, under sinks, behind posters)
No
Portable 129 - Mold growth on various items. See IEQ Concern CXCRES20210001D6 for further information.
Relative Humidity
Not above 70%
No
14 - Elevated humidity, possibly overcooling (WO #201732)
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