Indoor Environmental Quality General Assessment of Homewood Center: August 15th, 2022 (GXXXHC20220000AE)

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
Work Order Closed by Building Maintenance
Entry Vestibule - Ceiling tile out of place.
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
Work Order Closed by Building Maintenance
Minor caulk deterioration in one exterior window (between Bridges and Gateway, WO #249505).
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
315 - Cobwebs/debris in window sill. Cafeteria Chair Storage - Bugs/Cobwebs in corner. 300D (microwave), Gym Office (fridge), Portable 201 (fridge) - Administration is to determine if the appliances have an educational value. If they are not needed, it is recommended they be removed as a means of reducing energy usage.
No stained or damage ceiling tiles
Yes
Work Order Closed by Building Maintenance
316, 303, Outside of Boiler Room- Stained ceiling tile(s). If a work order is not already in progress, please place one for Building Maintenance to address the cause of the leak.
No visible mold present (walls, cabinets, under sinks, behind posters)
Yes
Work Order Closed by Building Maintenance
Kitchen - Freezer may need an occasional wipe down over the summer to prevent future mold growth from condensation.
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
Yes
Work Order Number(s)
249505
Issues found durring this assessment have been assigned to the above work order(s).