IAQ Check List
Building: May Whitney Elementary School
Date: January 27, 2012
IAQ Check List
Building Inspection Performed by: Denys Armashov, Lyle Erstad
Report Compiled by: Lyle Erstad
Check List
True False
N/A
1. Ground Level Indoor Inspection
a. Univents are on and air discharge grills are free of obstructions.
If false, send email to building principal and facilities director asking staff to be instructed to keep vents
clear at all times. Record locations here:
2. Ground Level Outdoor Inspection (weather permitting)
a. Univent air intakes are free of obstructions.
If false, record locations here:
b. Filters
i. Medium efficiency filters are installed in all univents.
If false, list locations and create work orders to initiate corrective action.
ii. High efficiency filters are installed in the air handling units.
If false, list locations and create work orders to initiate correction action.
iii. Filters are being changed every six months and the installed date is written on the outer filter casing.
If filter is older than 6 months, list locations and create work orders to initiate corrective action.
c. Insects, bird nests, or droppings are not evident near outdoor air intakes.
If false, indicate locations here:
d. Trash dumpsters are located away from doors, windows, and outdoor air intakes.
e. Potential sources of air contaminants do not exist near the building. (e.g. chimneys, stacks, industrial
plants, exhaust from nearby buildings)
f. Trucks and buses are not allowed to keep their engines idling near the building.
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g. No evidence of drainage problems exist. Water drains away from the building including roof
downspouts.
In light of last summer and fall's heavy rainsl District 95 is taking steps to improve drainage in the
"Pit" area of May Whitney this summer. What run-off we have now is running towards the storm
sewer and it is being carried away.
h. Sprinklers do not spray directly toward the building or into outdoor air intakes.
i.
Grass clippings from mowers are directed away from the building air intakes.
j.
Clean walk-off mats are present at exterior entrances.
N/A
3. Roof (Inspections conducted weather permitting)
a. Roofing consultant has not found any issues requiring immediate repair.
Most recent roofing inspection date/company: 5-year roofing plan completed 5/25/2010 with C. E.
Crowley & Associates.
b. There is no evidence of water ponding on the roof.
Due to snow and ice cover on the roof (safety) and the potential for damage to the roofing
membrane, a roof inspection was not conducted.
c. Intake ventilation units are operating properly and free of debris.
d. All exhaust fans are operating properly and free of debris.
e. Air intake dampers are set to allow air flow even at minimum setting.
f. Insects, birds, animal nests or droppings are not evident near outdoor air intakes.
g. Plumbing stacks and exhaust vents are located away from air intakes.
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4. Attic
a. There is no evidence of roof or plumbing leaks.
No Attic
b. There is no evidence in attic of insects, birds, animals, or nests.
No Attic
5. General Considerations
a. Classrooms, offices and/or common areas appear recently cleaned.
If examples of poor housekeeping are found, record locations below:
b. Only vacuums with HEPA filters are being used.
c. All supply and exhaust ventilation units are working properly.
d. Occupied space temperatures and relative humidity levels are within the standards listed below.
i. Temperature range:
Winter temperatures 70-73 degrees.
Summer temperatures 74-80 in air-conditioned spaces and 74-85 in non-air-conditioned
spaces.
Outdoor air temperature: 34.4 36.6 degrees.
Highest temperature – Location: 121B; Cafeteria; Reading of 73.5; 70.3 degrees.
Lowest temperature – Location: 225; 13; Reading of 71.6; 70 degrees.
ii. Relative humidity range is 30% to 60%.
Non-air-conditioned spaces may be higher on rainy or humid summer humid days.
All spaces may be less than 30% when the out-door air temperature is less than 32 degrees.
Outdoor relative humidity: 64.1; 41.2 %
Highest relative humidity – Location: 224; 104; Reading of 29.6; 25.3%
Lowest relative humidity – Location: Library; Cafeteria;Reading of 21.5; 25%
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Readings not within acceptable standards will result in the creation of a work order, requesting
maintenance to address. (Readings are noted on the attached test data sheet)
e. Occupied space readings of carbon monoxide (CO) levels are less than 9.0 PPM.
Outdoor Air CO Reading: .0; 2.4
Highest CO Location: 137; all Reading: .5; .0
Lowest CO Location: Numerous rooms
Reading: 0.0
If the CO level is greater than 9.0 PPM in any space as measured with a handheld device or “leave-in”
monitor, the space must be cleared of all occupants and steps taken to correct the problem. The issue
will be immediately addressed by maintenance and the Fire Department. (Readings are noted on the
attached test data sheet)
f. CO2 levels in any occupied space are below threshold limits.
i. Perform CO2 check with Gray Wolf or other portable device. Measure four times yearly or more
often if needed. Measure only in fully occupied rooms. Reading should be less than 700 PPM plus
outside air CO2 PPM.
700 PPM + 350 PPM = 1050 PPM
Assume outside CO2 is 350 if temperature is below 41 degrees and air is not stagnant with no- wind.
Record all occupied space CO2 levels on forms provided. Provide the outdoor CO2 level as well as
the high and low CO2 extremes below:
Outdoor reading: 468; 442 PPM
Highest CO2 reading – Location: 224 (Upper Gym*); 13 ; Reading of 1262 (1450*) ; 828
PPM
Lowest CO2 reading – Location: 118B; Cafeteria (Upper Gym*); Reading of 481; 666
(603*) PPM
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True False
Work orders were written to address high readings. Outside air dampers were opened more to
increase outside air flow into the rooms.
N/A
* The Upper Gym is included for reference on both days. On January 26th, the Upper Gym
was used for indoor recess and was fully occupied. The room was unoccupied the second day.
ii. If reading is above threshold, check univent and air handling dampers to ensure a value is set to
provide at least 15 cfm of fresh air intake per student based on average space occupancies. If
reading is consistently elevated, then use data logging to monitor CO2 concentrations over time and
look for other sources of problems.
iii. CO2 levels were checked three months ago.
iv. CO2 levels on “leave-in” devices, where present, where checked.
No leave-in devices
g. Offensive odors are not apparent.
If false, list problem areas:
h. Water damage is not evident.
Check for roof leaks, pipe leaks, spills, stained ceiling tiles, etc, visually and with moisture meter. Look
for the source of any water leaks and schedule repairs. Discard porous items such as ceiling tiles if wet
for more than 24 hours. For carpeting, if less than 9 square feet of wet area, shampoo with germicide
and fan dry. For areas greater than 9 square feet, replace carpet with tile in reasonable timeframe. If
carpet is over ACM tile, replace during next unoccupied break time (winter break, spring break,
summer).
If false, record findings and locations here: Stained ceiling tile were found in room 104 that had not
been present in October of 2011 - near the unit ventilator. Tile was changed and unit rechecked.
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No insulation was distrubed.
i.
j.
Mold or mildew growth is not evident.
If false, record findings and locations here:
All pest management issues are being handled by Integrated Pest Management.
k. No other unresolved concerns or complaints by building personnel are known.
If false, list any pending issues not previously mentioned in this report here:
l. There are no incomplete HVAC preventative maintenance (PM) work requests.
If false, list any incomplete HVAC work request here:
6. Bathrooms and General Plumbing
a. All locker or restroom exhaust fans are working.
Inoperable or malfunctioning fans are listed as follows:
Location:
Problem:
b. All of the following drain-trap maintenance procedures are being conducted according to the frequency
indicated.
If false, indicate all deviations and locations: Custodial Staff is reminded regularly of maintaining
the drains
i. Water is poured into floor drains once per week (approximately 1 quart of water) or water and a
teaspoon of cooking oil poured into the drain once a month.
ii. Water is poured into sinks at least once per week (about 2 cups of water).
iii. Toilets are flushed at least once per week.
7. Lab Chemicals & Maintenance Supplies
a. Lab chemicals are used with exhaust fans turned on.
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b. Lab chemical storage areas have been inspected yearly by ROE and Fire Department.
Record last inspection dates below:
ROE: 11/2011
LZFD: 11/2011
c. Flammables are not stored with igniters.
d. All chemicals that may react or produce toxic or explosive by-products are separated and maintained in
approved containers stored in approved storage. (e.g. lockable, with appropriate ventilation).
e. Chemical disposal records for all lab chemicals are available for review.
f. All cleaning products used in building contain no/low VOC.
List any exceptions:
g. Increased ventilation is considered when installing new carpets, cleaning upholstered furniture,
shampooing carpets, etc.
h. Exhaust ventilation systems in chemical and trash storage areas are turned on and functioning properly.
i.
Portable fuel containers are properly closed.
j.
Power equipment, like snow blowers and lawn mowers, have been serviced and maintained according to
manufacturers’ guidelines.
k. Oil based paints are stored in approved storage cabinets.
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No oil based paint allowed in District.
Green Cleaning products and processes are used in this building.
Combustion Appliances
a. Combustion analysis is performed at the start of the heating season on all boilers. Adjustments are
made to the burners to correct any abnormalities and improve efficiency.
b. In rooms that contain combustion appliances, there is no evidence of combustion gas or fuel odors.
If false, record locations here:
c. No leaks, disconnections, and/or deterioration were found on exhaust hoods.
d. Flue components are clean and free of soot.
e. All combustion appliances have flues or exhaust hoods and vent NO2.
i. If false, inspect cooking hoods, chemical hoods. Assure that cooking stoves and appliances are
correctly installed, used, and maintained according to manufacturers’ specifications.
ii. If not vented, ensure that “leave-in” CO monitors are placed in room. Record locations here: NONE
iii. CO levels in rooms with combustion appliances are measured and recorded with an IAQ monitor. CO
readings outside of normal CO range will result in an immediate response by maintenance to reduce
CO level or vacating the room/building, if necessary.
Record locations here:
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9. Other
a. Paint
No peeling and/or flaking paint found.
If planned building renovation will damage paint or if peeling paint is discovered, lead testing may be
necessary. If peeling paint is found, send email to the building Principal and the Facilities Director
alerting them of the problem. Staff and teachers need to pick up any flakes of paint to prevent
children from being exposed. The Facilities Director will advise the Facilities Coordinator (a Certified
Lead Paint Renovator) to test the paint for lead. Lead paint was discontinued in 1978. Buildings built
after 1978 are exempt from lead paint testing.
If lead is present, required repairs should be done immediately using lead-safe methods and, if
necessary, a licensed lead contractor.
Location(s) of known peeling paint in building:
b. The following preventive measures are being taken to reduce lead exposure.
i. Play areas and toys are cleaned nightly.
ii.
Floors are mopped nightly.
iii. Dust at least weekly.
c. Radon testing is recommended by IEMA every 5 years. Last testing date listed below:
Date: 12/2011; Reading of 1.4pCi/L in Room 23 (highest)
National Concern level: 4.0 pCi/L or above
d. The IAQ testing equipment used for this inspection was calibrated and is in good working order.
Equipment Used: Gray Wolf
Last date of calibration: 1/20/2012
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Date/Time
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May Whitney Elementary Indoor Air Quality Testing
Relative Humidity
Carbon
Carbon Dioxide
Temperature °F
%RH
Monoxide ppm
ppm
34.4
64.1
0.0
468
74.1
26.8
0.1
741
72.9
28.0
0.0
873
73.9
28.0
0.2
1109
72.7
25.8
0.1
701
73.8
27.0
0.1
852
73.1
26.8
0.2
868
72.9
26.6
0.1
766
71.8
25.3
0.2
710
73.1
24.7
0.0
510
73.1
24.6
0.2
560
74.9
24.3
0.3
481
74.9
25.1
0.1
763
73.7
23.0
0.2
571
73.3
24.7
0.1
568
75.5
24.0
0.0
564
73.4
24.0
0.2
605
73.7
25.4
0.3
919
74.5
28.4
0.1
1152
72.1
25.7
0.0
541
71.8
26.2
0.0
684
71.8
25.2
0.0
486
73.3
23.3
0.5
486
71.8
26.1
0.0
613
74.1
26.7
0.1
914
71.7
24.7
0.1
529
74.6
25.0
0.0
626
73.3
24.4
0.3
723
73.2
25.0
0.1
752
74.0
24.8
0.3
679
73.4
26.7
0.2
894
74.1
23.6
0.1
669
73.5
24.0
0.0
644
74.4
23.8
0.2
589
73.5
25.1
0.0
578
73.8
26.4
0.2
797
73.4
26.3
0.3
851
74.4
26.9
0.0
786
73.6
27.0
0.1
886
72.9
26.8
0.3
827
73.4
29.6
0.0
1262
71.6
25.1
0.2
769
73.6
25.6
0.3
752
74.6
27.4
0.0
1005
73.6
24.6
0.0
685
Note
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17
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10
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19
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11
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21
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Taken By
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Taken With
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Gray Wolf
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Gray Wolf
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Gray Wolf
Gray Wolf
Gray Wolf
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cafeteria
Gymnasium
library rooms
main office 124
Mrs Losavio
100
Principal 125
Upper Gym
.26-Jan-12 12:53:51 PM
.26-Jan-12 12:08:04 PM
.26-Jan-12 1:47:58 PM
.26-Jan-12 1:15:53 PM
.26-Jan12 12:21:08 PM
.26-Jan-12 12:44:10 PM
.26-Jan-12 1:17:08 PM
73.6
72.9
74.9
73.1
74.7
73.7
73.6
29.0
28.3
22.5
25.6
24.5
26.8
25.7
0.1
0.0
0.2
0.0
0.0
0.3
0.1
1099
988
526
700
641
738
913
1450*
100
24
22
2
1
24
1
100
Denys
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Denys
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Denys
Gray Wolf
Gray Wolf
Gray Wolf
Gray Wolf
Gray Wolf
Gray Wolf
Gray Wolf
Gray Wolf
CO2 Formula - 350 + 700 = 1050.
*The readings for the Upper Gym did not record in the system. LSE did visualize the reading and the CO2 readings were well above 1400. The Upper Gym was used for indoor recess.
Site
Location
Date/Time
Temperature °F
Relative Humidity
Carbon
Carbon Dioxide
%RH
Monoxide ppm
ppm
Open Window
Text Note
Taken By
Taken With
May Whitney
Outdoor Air
27-Jan-12 10:25:36 AM
36.6
41.2
2.4
442
Denys
Gray Wolf
May Whitney
13
27-Jan-12 10:48:48 AM
70.0
25.5
0.0
828
21
Denys
Gray Wolf
May Whitney
cafeteria
27-Jan-12 11:01:15 AM
70.3
25.0
0.0
666
28
Denys
Gray Wolf
May Whitney
104
27-Jan-12 10:46:01 AM
70.1
25.3
0.0
760
22
Denys
Gray Wolf
May Whitney
upper gym
27-Jan-12 10:44:07 AM
70.2
26.2
0.0
603
0
Denys
Gray Wolf
Formula for CO2 - 350 + 700 = 1050
The Upper Gym was not in use due to the children going outside for recess.