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Building: Lake Zurich Middle School South
Date: May 14, 2014
Building Inspection Performed by: Lyle Erstad
Report Compiled by: Lyle Erstad
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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: I found grass clippings on several univent air intakes.
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.
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h. Sprinklers do not spray directly toward the building or into outdoor air intakes.
i.
j.
Grass clippings from mowers are directed away from the building air intakes.
I did find grass clippings on several univent fresh intakes.
Clean walk-off mats are present at exterior entrances.
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.
This is a ballasted roof. No evidence of ponding was seen
c. Intake ventilation units are operating properly and free of debris.
See note on 2 a.
d. All exhaust fans are operating properly and free of debris.
Exhaust fan over the 400 wing had tripped out. Others are on but they do not seem to be controlled
by the JCI system. JCI has been notified.
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.
4. Attic
a. There is no evidence of roof or plumbing leaks.
No Attic
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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.
See note on 3 d.
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: 75.6; 72.9; 79.5; 59.8 degrees.
Highest temperature – Location: 604, 608; 140; 511; 802; Reading of 81.7; 81.2; 82.1; 73.9
degrees.
Lowest temperature – Location: 95; 100; 213; Reading of 77; 74.2; 80.3 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: 64.7; 59.1; 82.8; 67.3%
Highest relative humidity – Location: 95; 213; 213; 802; Reading of 61.7; 70.7; 77.3; 62.9%
Lowest relative humidity – Location: 204; 508; 212;Reading of 36.9; 55.3; 68.3%
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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 All Days
Highest CO Location: All rooms Reading: 0
Lowest CO Location:
Reading:
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 + 375; 432; 364; 396 PPM = 1075; 1132; 1064; 1096 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: 375; 432; 364; 396 PPM
Highest CO2 reading – Location: 408; 99; 511; 802; Reading of 1722; 99; 1038; 927 PPM
Lowest CO2 reading – Location: 405; 508; 309; Reading of 418; 443; 532 PPM
ii. If reading is above threshold, check univent and air handling dampers to ensure a value is set to
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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.
Work orders were written to address problem areas.
iii. CO2 levels were checked three months ago.
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iv. CO2 levels on “leave-in” devices, where present, where checked.
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:
i. Mold or mildew growth is not evident.
If false, record findings and locations here:
j. 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:
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Problem: JCI has been notified to get all fans operating by the system.
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b. All of the following drain-trap maintenance procedures are being conducted according to the frequency
indicated.
If false, indicate all deviations and locations:
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.
The custodial staff is reminded of these procedures regularly.
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.
b. Lab chemical storage areas have been inspected yearly by ROE and Fire Department.
Record last inspection dates below:
ROE: 10/2013
LZFD:
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.
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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.
No oil based paint is allowed in the district.
l. Green Cleaning products and processes are used in this building.
8.
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.
Barr Mechanical conducted combustion analysis on January 30, 2014.
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.
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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.
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ii. If not vented, ensure that “leave-in” CO monitors are placed in room. Record locations here: Two
(2) leave-in monitors are located in Room 93, the Food Labs Room.
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:
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.
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iii. Dust at least weekly.
c. Radon testing is recommended by IEMA every 5 years. Last testing date listed below:
Date: 12/19/2011 - 12/21/2011; Reading of (Highest) <1.7 pCi/L in Room 94.
National concern: Greater than 4.0 pCi/L
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: 1/27/14
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MSS Spring 2014 IAQ Data
Site
South
South
South
South
South
South
South
South
South
South
South
South
South
South
South
South
South
South
South
South
South
South
South
South
South
South
South
South
South
South
Location
Outdoor Air
95
99
100
101
106
108
110
112
114
120
204
208
209
211
303
304
305
306
307
308
404
405
407
408
409
410
504
505
507
Date/Time
5/8/2014 9:30:04 AM
5/8/2014 9:32:36 AM
5/8/2014 9:36:07 AM
5/8/2014 10:55:47 AM
5/8/2014 10:57:38 AM
5/8/2014 11:08:19 AM
5/8/2014 11:17:34 AM
5/8/2014 11:10:02 AM
5/8/2014 11:15:55 AM
5/8/2014 11:19:31 AM
5/8/2014 10:50:44 AM
5/8/2014 10:36:25 AM
5/8/2014 10:33:43 AM
5/8/2014 10:31:11 AM
5/8/2014 10:29:41 AM
5/8/2014 11:36:43 AM
5/8/2014 11:40:25 AM
5/8/2014 10:25:45 AM
5/8/2014 11:42:24 AM
5/8/2014 11:43:42 AM
5/8/2014 11:46:57 AM
5/8/2014 10:16:56 AM
5/8/2014 11:54:02 AM
5/8/2014 10:18:30 AM
5/8/2014 10:20:20 AM
5/8/2014 10:22:20 AM
5/8/2014 11:50:43 AM
5/8/2014 11:55:55 AM
5/8/2014 11:57:20 AM
5/8/2014 11:59:40 AM
°F
75.6
77
77.9
78.8
79.6
79.7
78.8
79.1
79
78.6
81.2
79.4
80.8
80.2
80.1
79.9
80.6
80.1
80.9
81
81.4
80.3
79.5
79.5
80.7
80.1
81.1
80.5
80.9
80.9
% RH
64.7
61.7
58.1
42.6
44.8
45.2
46.8
46.5
46.5
46.8
51.4
36.9
50.8
56.4
55.6
59.8
59.2
56.8
56.9
57.6
54.9
55.7
58.8
55.6
53.5
52.8
56.3
58.9
57
56.6
CO ppm CO2 ppm Occupant
0
375
0
661
17
0
1710
18
0
542
2
0
536
1
0
559
2
0
570
3
0
595
1
0
595
1
0
581
7
0
573
24
0
1043
22
0
661
35
0
753
20
0
756
26
0
484
21
0
734
24
0
1021
16
0
651
9
0
1006
23
0
1006
23
0
596
7
0
418
2
0
740
18
0
1722
24
0
1129
4
0
1511
24
0
471
21
0
807
29
0
570
12
Window
AC
Note
Yes
Unit Off
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Off
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Unit Off
South
South
South
South
South
South
South
South
South
South
South
South
South
South
South
South
South
South
600
602
603
604
605
606
608
704
705
706
707
801
803
804
806
808
208A
Cafeteria
5/8/2014 10:14:34 AM
5/8/2014 10:07:39 AM
5/8/2014 10:06:19 AM
5/8/2014 12:05:19 PM
5/8/2014 12:02:58 PM
5/8/2014 10:09:20 AM
5/8/2014 12:07:18 PM
5/8/2014 9:59:16 AM
5/8/2014 10:00:48 AM
5/8/2014 10:02:33 AM
5/8/2014 10:04:18 AM
5/8/2014 9:54:14 AM
5/8/2014 9:57:27 AM
5/8/2014 12:09:46 PM
5/8/2014 9:39:03 AM
5/8/2014 9:56:08 AM
5/8/2014 10:40:36 AM
5/8/2014 11:21:02 AM
81
80.2
80.5
81.7
81.4
80.6
81.7
80.7
81
81
80.7
80.5
80.8
81.4
78.9
80.8
80.3
78.6
51.4
55.8
55.4
57.4
56.7
57.7
56.6
56.2
56.1
57.9
55.7
56.1
52.7
55.1
60
56.5
48.5
54.7
°F
72.9
79.4
78.7
80.9
74.2
75
81.2
78.2
78.4
79.8
78.7
% RH
59.1
57.7
59.3
64.5
67.4
65
62.1
70.7
64.2
59
65.1
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
537
482
604
541
862
1233
674
702
787
834
468
789
591
500
790
660
669
647
1
7
19
18
26
27
28
24
23
31
7
24
2
5
20
18
2
200
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
CO2 Formula: 700 + 375 = 1075
Site
Location
South Outdoor Air
South
93
South
94
South
99
South
100
South
107
South
140
South
213
South
406
South
408
South
409
Date/Time
5/9/2014 11:43:23 AM
5/9/2014 12:16:47 PM
5/9/2014 12:14:11 PM
5/9/2014 11:33:00 AM
5/9/2014 10:59:15 AM
5/9/2014 11:02:51 AM
5/9/2014 11:28:07 AM
5/9/2014 11:09:37 AM
5/9/2014 11:13:48 AM
5/9/2014 12:28:40 PM
5/9/2014 11:15:18 AM
CO ppm CO2 ppm Occupant
0
432
0
576
6
0
650
22
0
1589
27
0
488
2
0
488
1
0
811
13
0
1277
29
0
475
2
0
784
22
0
919
25
Window
AC
Note
Yes
Unit off
Yes
South
South
South
South
South
410
506
508
607
800
5/9/2014 11:17:05 AM
5/9/2014 12:26:36 PM
5/9/2014 12:23:59 PM
5/9/2014 12:21:18 PM
5/9/2014 11:26:31 AM
79
79.2
78.5
79.8
80.8
65.2
56.3
55.3
59.1
63.5
°F
79.5
81.8
81.6
81.4
81.1
81.6
80.3
81.3
82.1
°F
59.8
73.9
0
0
0
0
0
1020
541
443
750
758
24
20
19
18
26
Yes
Yes
% RH
82.8
71.4
72.7
69.3
69.4
68.3
77.3
72.3
75.4
CO ppm CO2 ppm Occupant
0
364
0
813
55
0
795
60
0
601
23
0
691
12
0
824
4
0
850
27
0
532
23
0
1038
4
Window
% RH
67.3
62.9
CO ppm CO2 ppm Occupant
0
396
0
927
25
Window
CO2 Formula: 700 + 432 = 1132
Site
Location
Date/Time
South Outdoor Air 5/12/2014 10:17:00 AM
South
96 5/12/2014 1:57:11 PM
South
98 5/12/2014 1:55:05 PM
South
99 5/12/2014 10:48:41 AM
South
138 5/12/2014 10:36:36 AM
South
212 5/12/2014 10:58:05 AM
South
213 5/12/2014 10:25:53 AM
South
309 5/12/2014 10:53:03 AM
South
511 5/12/2014 2:00:22 PM
AC
Note
AC
Note
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
CO2 Formula: 700 + 364 = 1064
Site
Location
South Outdoor Air
South
802
Date/Time
5/13/2014 1:14:41 PM
5/13/2014 1:26:51 PM
CO2 Formula: 700 + 396 = 1096