Indoor Environmental Quality General Assessment of Harper’s Choice Middle School: April 14th, 2022 (GXHCMS202200008D)

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
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
Yes
Work Order Closed by Building Maintenance
Visible dust accumulation (moderate to heavy) observed on trophies and stereo system in Room 204. School administration is to have custodial and teaching staff work together to clean (at least vacuum off). The top of hallway lockers (related arts and cafeteria hallways) had visible dust accumulation. School custodial staff is to clean now, and then clean per their cleaning schedule. File cabinets were stored in the shower stall within the boy's locker room gym office. The trap to the floor drain will dry out thus emit sewer gas odors. A slight aroma related to dried out floor drain traps was noted within the locker room. Furniture is to be removed from office shower stall so water can be periodically poured into the drain. Custodial staff is to check floor drains throughout locker room (especially student showers) and pour water down dried out traps. Safety items observed include a light lens missing from a light fixture and a section of the metal floor transition strip protruding causing a trip hazard in Portable 91. Work orders 232037 and 232039.
No stained or damage ceiling tiles
Yes
Work Order Closed by Building Maintenance
Water stained ceiling tile(s) observed in closet 911 within room 909. If not already being addressed, custodial staff is to submit a work order to Building Maintenance to evaluate and resolve the source.
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
Work Order Closed by Building Maintenance
Room 705 had a aerosol disinfectant setting out. School administration is to have staff remove the spray since disinfectant sprays are not permitted as they can be an irritant to sensitive individuals.
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)
232037, 232039
Issues found durring this assessment have been assigned to the above work order(s).