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Home My WebLink AboutFile Documents.600 E Main St.0229.2018 (3).ARBK 1 HealthSafe Inspections Inc 390 Apple Drive Basalt CO 81621 970-920-2100 Jim Baker CDPHE Asbestos Building Inspector, Asbestos Air Monitoring Specialist (AMS) & Project Designer Certification #13437 CDPHE Lead-Based Paint Inspector & Lead Hazard Assessor Certification #23607 ASBESTOS REPORT DATE 11/08/2018 CLIENT Dave Wilkins c/o Alpine Management & Planning, LLC. Attn: Bob Long PO Box 3801 Aspen CO 81612 PROPERTY ADDRESS 600 East Main Street, Concept Condo #309, Aspen, Colorado 81611 2 CLIENT BACKGROUND & CONCERNS The Client, Dave Wilkins, hired Alpine Management & Planning, LLC. to act as the general contractor for the interior remodel of the two-bedroom, two-bath condominium addressed above. During the remodel, drywall materials, suspect asbestos containing materials, were impacted by disturbance, demolition and disposal. This required an asbestos inspection. Alpine Management & Planning, LLC. hired HealthSafe Inspections, Inc. (hereinafter, HealthSafe) to perform an asbestos inspection limited to those drywall materials impacted by the interior remodel, door and window changes. VISUAL INSPECTION & LABORATORY FINDINGS An inspection was conducted by Jim Baker of HealthSafe on Monday, November 5, 2018 with Bob Long of Alpine Management & Planning, LLC. present during the inspection and sample collecting. All suspect asbestos containing materials (ACM) or suspect asbestos containing building materials (ACBM) were identified by their respective 3 homogenous materials reflecting the same in consistency, appearance and application/installation date(s) and sampled randomly respective to the scope of those materials disturbed-demolished-disposed of (DDD). Those materials collected and analyzed by EPA 600 Method PLM analysis are the following: 1. Skip-Trowel Texture, a homogeneous trowel-applied surfacing material/texture [samples 1-3: ST-1,2,3], collected from the northwest bedroom bathroom north wall, east wall, and the middle hallway bathroom east wall, respectively. This skip-trowel surfacing material/texture is on ceilings and walls of the two bathrooms which have been remodeled approximately ten years ago. The estimated impact area of DDD is more than 10 sf, but less than 1,000 sf, requiring a minimum of at least three surfacing/texture material samples. The PLM analytical estimated results: NONE DETECTED in samples 1 and 2; <1.0% Chrysotile asbestos in sample 3 with EPA 400 Point Count results of <0.25% Chrysotile asbestos. The asbestos portion according to the analyst is a trace amount on the back side of the sample—believed to be old, original joint compound. This material is not classified and regulated by the State of Colorado CDPHE as ACM/ACBM. However, because it does have friable asbestos fibers at trace amounts, OSHA regulations apply, as it is OSHA Class II Asbestos Work to disturb this material. 2. Original Flat Finish Texture, a homogeneous trowel-applied surfacing material/texture [samples 4-6: F-1,2,3], collected from the mid- hallway east wall, living room north wall and NE bedroom south wall. This surfacing material/texture is on walls of the condominium interior that still have the original flat-finish texture. The estimated impact area of DDD is more than 10 sf, but less than 1,000 sf, requiring a minimum of at least three surfacing/texture material samples. The PLM analytical estimated results: NONE DETECTED. 3. Skip-Troweled Drywall System Joint Compound: a homogeneous miscellaneous seam taping compound requiring at least two samples [samples 7- 8: ST-JC-1,2], collected from the NW bedroom bathroom east side at the doorway and the middle hallway bathroom west wall at the rounded corner metal, respectively. This material is applied to the two more recently remodeled bathrooms with a newer installed drywall approximately ten years ago. The PLM analytical estimated results: NONE DETECTED. 4. Original Flat-Finish Drywall System Joint Compound: a homogeneous miscellaneous seam taping compound requiring at least two samples [samples 9- 10: F-JC-1,2], collected from the NE bedroom left upper closet corner and mid- hallway west wall respectively. This material is applied to the original drywall system. The PLM analytical estimated results: 2% Chrysotile asbestos. This material is part of the original drywall system, which is composited with the entire drywall sample of all layers in ¶ #6 below. 5. Two Bathrooms Drywall System, a homogeneous taped and joint compounded drywall system (classified as a miscellaneous material as a complete integral system) [samples 11: ST-J], collected from the NW bathroom NE inside corner. These composite layered taped and joint compounded drywall materials are on ceilings and walls of the two bathrooms with a skip-trowel applied surfacing 4 material/texture. The PLM analytical estimated results: NONE DETECTED. This material is in conjunction with the joint compound in ¶ #3 above. 6. Original Drywall System, a homogeneous taped and joint compounded drywall system (classified as a miscellaneous material as a complete integral system) [samples 12: F-J]; these composite layered taped and joint compounded drywall materials are on existing walls and closet ceilings of the condo interior with a flat- finish applied surfacing material/texture. The PLM analytical estimated results: <1.0% Chrysotile asbestos in the joint compound of this particular sample with composite results of <0.25% Chrysotile asbestos. This drywall system is not classified and regulated by the State CDPHE with <0.25% asbestos and none detected in the flat-finish surfacing material/texture ¶ #2 above. A total of 12 suspect homogeneous ACM/ACBM bulk samples were collected and 12 samples were analyzed. The bulk samples were analyzed by EPA 600 PLM analytical methods by a NVLAP accredited laboratory in accordance with Colorado State Regulation 8 for the presence of asbestos mineral fibers. See supporting Hayes Microbial Consulting, Inc. data report #18041111. HEALTHSAFE CONCLUSIONS • There is Chrysotile asbestos in the original drywall system’s joint compound at an estimated 2% concentration. Sample #3, a skip-trowel surfacing material/texture was traced with asbestos at <0.25% concentration by EPA 400 Point Count analytical method—believed to be original joint compound underneath this particular sample rather than in the skip-trowel compound. Although not regulated by the State CDPHE as ACM/ACBM requiring abatement at these concentrations, friable asbestos fibers are present and require OSHA Class II Asbestos Work regulations to be followed. See EPA 40 CFR 763.121 Worker Protection Rule, OSHA 29 CFR 1910.134 Respirator Protection Standard, OSHA 29 CFR 1910.1001 General Industry Standard and OSHA 29 CFR 1926.1101 Construction Standard regulations when dealing with these asbestos hazards. Sincerely Submitted, Jim Baker 5 COLORADO & FEDERAL ASBESTOS REGULATIONS SUMMARY Regulation No. 8 Part B – Asbestos of the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE), Air Quality Control Commission requires a State-certified Asbestos Building Inspector to inspect and collect bulk samples of all suspect asbestos containing materials (ACM) or suspect asbestos containing building materials (ACBM) prior to their disturbance, removal or demolition and disposal. The suspect materials shall be analyzed by a NVLAP accredited laboratory by polarized light microscopy (PLM) using EPA 600 analytical method. A material which is estimated to contain more than 1% asbestos is classified as ACM/ACBM and regulated by the State and Federal governments. Any friable (able to crush or reduce to powder by finger pressure) asbestos with trace amounts of asbestos fibers or less than 1% must be point-counted using EPA 400 analytical method to prove that it is indeed less than 1%; if not, it must be classified as ACM/ACBM and shall be treated as a State and Federal regulated material. Any friable asbestos containing material (greater than 1% asbestos concentration) or ACM/ACBM that could be rendered friable during its removal or demolition and disposal shall require an asbestos abatement by a certified asbestos abatement contractor to remove and dispose of the material(s). A Colorado State (CDPHE) issued asbestos abatement permit is required for the following trigger levels of ACM/ACBM: 1. Residential buildings of four or fewer units--if more than 32 square feet of any surface coverage (e.g., gypsum wallboard or drywall and associated applied surfacing materials/textures, acoustic sprays, joint compounds, plaster, etc.), 50 feet of asbestos covered or asbestos insulated pipe or any material which would fill a 55-gallon drum is going to be disturbed, removed or disposed of, an asbestos abatement permit is required. 2. Residential complexes with more than four residential units, public access areas to a residential building, commercial and retail buildings, public and civic buildings, industrial buildings--if more than 160 square feet of surfacing materials, 260 linear feet or more than 35 cubic feet (NESHAP) or 55-gallon drum (CDPHE) of suspect ACM/ACBM is going to be disturbed, removed or disposed of, an asbestos abatement permit is required under NESHAP and by the CDPHE. See note below on OSHA. The regulations require an absolute minimum of 3 samples (EPA suggests 9) per homogenous suspect surfacing and TSI materials and an absolute minimum of 2 samples of homogenous miscellaneous materials or any number of “samples sufficient to determine whether a material is ACM” (Reg8.IV.D.3). More samples are required based on surface area or volume. These are minimums; the asbestos building inspector has the field responsibility to determine homogenous materials and the number of samples to collect per material; more than the minimum number of samples may be necessary at the discretion of the inspector. An assessment of friability and functional space conditions of the materials are also the inspector’s field responsibilities. 6 OSHA compliance is required for all employers and employees no matter the quantity of asbestos present with strict regulations regarding 10 sf or more of TSI or friable surfacing materials, and therefore it does not matter what the quantity or State trigger levels are: all suspect ACM/ACBM shall be inspected and tested for asbestos prior to their disturbance, removal and disposal for worker protection and safety. See EPA 40 CFR 763.121 Worker Protection Rule, OSHA 29 CFR 1910.134 Respirator Protection Standard, OSHA 29 CFR 1910.1001 General Industry Standard and OSHA 29 CFR 1926.1101 Construction Standard regulations when dealing with asbestos hazards. Note: County or City regulations may be more stringent. HMC #18041111 contact@hayesmicrobial.com http://hayesmicrobial.com/ Analysis Report prepared for HealthSafe Inspections 390 Apple Drive Basalt, CO. 81621 Phone: 970-920-2100 Job Name: Wilkins 600 E Main Street #309 Aspen, CO 81611 Date Sampled: 11-05-2018 Date Analyzed: 11-06-2018 Report Date: 11-06-2018 EPA Laboratory ID# VA01419 NVLAP Lab Code: 500096-0 Asbestos License: 300435 License: #PH-0198 Page 1 of 6 HMC #18041111 HealthSafe Inspections 390 Apple Drive Basalt, CO 81621 November 6, 2018 Client Job Number: Client Job Name:Wilkins 600 E Main Street #309 Aspen, CO 81611 Dear HealthSafe Inspections, We would like to thank you for trusting Hayes Microbial for your analytical needs. On November 6, 2018 we received 13 samples by FedEx for the job referenced above. 13 samples were received in good condition. The results in this analysis pertain only to this job, collected on the stated date and should not be used in the interpretation of any other job. This report may not be duplicated, except in full, without the written consent of Hayes Microbial Consulting, LLC. This laboratory bears no responsibility for sample collection activities, analytical method limitations, or your use of the test results. Interpretation and use of test results are your responsibility. Any reference to health effects or interpretation of mold levels is strictly the opinion of Hayes Microbial Consulting. In no event, shall Hayes Microbial Consulting or any of its employees be liable for lost profits or any special, incidental or consequential damages arising out of your use of the test results. Steve Hayes, BSMT(ASCP) Laboratory Director Hayes Microbial Consulting, LLC Page 2 of 6 HMC #18041111 EPA 600/R-93, M-4/82-020 (PLM)HealthSafe Inspections 390 Apple Drive Basalt, CO 81621 Phone: 970-920-2100 Job Number: Collected by: Email: Jim Baker healthsafeinspections@gmail.com Job Name:Wilkins 600 E Main Street #309 Aspen, CO 81611 Date Collected: Date Received: Date Reported: 11/05/2018 11/06/2018 11/06/2018 #Sample Name Description Asbestos Fibers Other Fibers Non- Fibers 1 1 ST-1 Texture / White (None Detected) (None Detected) 100 % 2 2 ST-2 Texture / White (None Detected) (None Detected) 100 % 3 3 ST-3 Texture / White <1 % Chrysotile (None Detected) 100 % 4 4 F-1 Texture / White (None Detected) (None Detected) 100 % 5 5 F-2 Texture / White (None Detected) (None Detected) 100 % 6 6 F-3 Texture / White (None Detected) (None Detected) 100 % 7 7 ST-JC-1 Brittle / White (None Detected) (None Detected) 100 % 8 8 ST-JC-2 Brittle / White (None Detected) (None Detected) 100 % 9 9 F-JC-1 Brittle / White 2 % Chrysotile (None Detected) 98 % 10 10 F-JC-2 Brittle / White 2 % Chrysotile (None Detected) 98 % 11 11 ST-J Drywall / White (None Detected) 10 % Cellulose fibers 90 % Signature: Date:11/06/2018 Reviewed by: Date:11/06/2018 Page 3 of 6 HMC #18041111 EPA 600/R-93, M-4/82-020 (PLM)HealthSafe Inspections 390 Apple Drive Basalt, CO 81621 Phone: 970-920-2100 Job Number: Collected by: Email: Jim Baker healthsafeinspections@gmail.com Job Name:Wilkins 600 E Main Street #309 Aspen, CO 81611 Date Collected: Date Received: Date Reported: 11/05/2018 11/06/2018 11/06/2018 #Sample Name Description Asbestos Fibers Other Fibers Non- Fibers Layer 2 ST-J Joint Compound / White <1 % Chrysotile (None Detected) 100 % Layer 3 ST-J Drywall/Joint Compound / White <0.25 % Chrysotile (None Detected) 100 % Notes: Composite of Drywall and Joint Compound. 12 12 F-J Drywall / White (None Detected) 10 % Cellulose fibers 90 % Layer 2 F-J Joint Compound / White <1 % Chrysotile (None Detected) 100 % Layer 3 F-J Drywall/Joint Compound / White <0.25 % Chrysotile (None Detected) 100 % Notes: Composite of Drywall and Joint Compound. Signature: Date:11/06/2018 Reviewed by: Date:11/06/2018 Page 4 of 6 HMC #18041111 EPA 400 Point CountHealthSafe Inspections 390 Apple Drive Basalt, CO 81621 Phone: 970-920-2100 Job Number: Collected by: Email: Jim Baker healthsafeinspections@gmail.com Job Name:Wilkins 600 E Main Street #309 Aspen, CO 81611 Date Collected: Date Received: Date Reported: 11/05/2018 11/06/2018 11/06/2018 #Sample Name Description Asbestos Fibers Other Fibers Non- Fibers 3 3 ST-3 Texture / White <0.25 % Chrysotile (None Detected) 100 % Notes: Asbestos Observed Not In Counting Field of View. Signature: Date:11/06/2018 Reviewed by: Date:11/06/2018 Page 5 of 6 HMC #18041111 Asbestos - Additional InformationHealthSafe Inspections 390 Apple Drive Basalt, CO 81621 Phone: 970-920-2100 All samples were received in acceptable condition unless otherwise noted on the report. This report must not be used by the client to claim product certification, approval, or endorsement by AIHA, NIST, NVLAP, NY ELAP, or any agency. The results relate only to the items tested. Hayes Microbial Consulting reserves the right to dispose of all samples after a period of 60 days in compliance with state and federal guidelines. All Polarized Light Microscopy (PLM) results include an inherent uncertainty of measurement associated with estimating percentages by PLM. Measurement uncertainty data can be provided when requested. 'None Detected' - Below the detected reporting limit of 1% unless point counting is performed, then the detected reporting limit is .25%. Per NY ELAP198.6 (NOB), TEM is the only reliable method to declare an NOB material as Non-Asbestos Containing. Any NY ELAP samples that are subcontracted to another laboratory will display the name and ELAP Lab Identification number in the report page heading of those samples. The original report provided to Hayes Microbial Consulting is available upon request. Signature: Date:11/06/2018 Reviewed by: Date:11/06/2018 Page 6 of 6