Indoor Environmental Quality General Assessment of Cradlerock Elementary School: August 16th, 2022 (GXCRES20220000AF)

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
Work Order Closed by Building Maintenance
74 - Clean wall-mounted HVAC unit (WO #249531).
Free from signs of moisture/mold, insects or rodents?
Yes
Work Order Closed by Building Maintenance
028 - Thoroughly clean supply diffuser (Custodial). 17 - Rust on supply diffuser (WO #249531).
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
Work Order Closed by Building Maintenance
Portable 185 - The thermostat guard has been removed. Please replace it. If it is no longer available, submit a work order for Building Maintenance (HVAC) to replace it.
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
020 (Coffee Maker), 026 (fridge and microwave), 1st Grade Commons (microwave), 3rd Grade Commons, Portable 237 (microwave), Portable 255 (microwave) - Administration is to determine if these appliances serve an educational value. If not, it is recommended they be removed for energy savings purposes.
No stained or damage ceiling tiles
Yes
Work Order Closed by Building Maintenance
50, 4th Grade Commons, Outside 025, 011 (multiple), 37, 34 (multiple), 74 - Stained Ceiling Tile(s). The Office of the Environment understands Building Maintenance is currently assessing the piping that is the primary cause of the stained ceiling tiles (condensation). 006 - Hole in Ceiling Tile, replace. 011 - Ceiling tile significant bowed, replace. 020 - Moldy ceiling tile. Replace as soon as possible.
No visible mold present (walls, cabinets, under sinks, behind posters)
Yes
Relative Humidity
Not above 70%
Yes
Work Order Closed by Building Maintenance
Relative humidity was not elevated however, temperatures in some locations were too low (66-68 F). This can cause overcooling. The Office of the Environment spoke with Building Maintenance and understands a controls upgrade is planned for next summer 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
Work Order Number(s)
249531
Issues found durring this assessment have been assigned to the above work order(s).