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Home My WebLink AboutFile Documents.851 Ute Ave.0085-2020-BRES (8) HealthSafe Inspections Inc 390 Apple Drive Basalt CO 81621 970-920-2100 Ben Baker CDPHE Asbestos Building Inspector #25863 ASBESTOS REPORT DATE 07/29/2020 CLIENT Lee McPherson c/o AML Construction, Inc. PO Box 806 Glenwood Springs CO 81602 PROPERTY ADDRESS The Black Swan Unit C, 851 South Ute Avenue, Aspen, Colorado 81611 CLIENT BACKGROUND & PLANS The Client, Lee McPherson, is planning a remodel of the first floor NW bedroom/laundry room, which will have impacts of disturbance, detachment, deconstruction, demolition and disposal (5D) of drywall building materials, of which some are suspect asbestos containing materials (ACM) or suspect asbestos containing building materials (ACBM). Prior to 5D, Lee is required to have an asbestos inspection by a State of Colorado CDPHE certified asbestos inspector who will collect bulk samples of the suspect ACM/ACBM and have those samples analyzed at a certified laboratory for asbestos content. [[[]]] hired HealthSafe Inspections, Inc. (hereinafter, HealthSafe) to perform a limited asbestos inspection for the first-floor NW bedroom and laundry room. VISUAL INSPECTION & LABORATORY FINDINGS An inspection was conducted by Ben Baker of HealthSafe on Thursday, July 23, 2020 with [[[]]] present during the initial survey, inspection and sample collecting. All suspect ACM/ACBM were identified by homogenous materials and sampled randomly respective to the scope of those materials slated for 5D. The suspect ACM/ACBM collected and analyzed by EPA 600 Method PLM analysis are the following: 1. Skip Trowel Surfacing Texture, a homogeneous trowel-applied surfacing material/texture [samples 1-3: ST-1,2,3], collected randomly from the laundry room SE corner, ceiling center near the light and NW corner, respectively, using the AHERA random sampling grid # 15. This surfacing material/texture is on the ceilings and walls of the area slated for 5D impacts. The estimated impact area of 5D is more than 10 sf, but less than 1,000 sf (±250 sf), requiring a minimum of at least three surfacing/texture material samples. The PLM analytical estimated results: NONE DETECTED. 2. Drywall System Joint Compound: a homogeneous miscellaneous seam taping compound requiring at least two samples [samples 4-5: JC-1,2], collected from the laundry room SE corner and south wall/ceiling joint above the washer/dryer, respectively. This material is applied to the skip trowel drywall system. The PLM analytical estimated results: NONE DETECTED. 3. Drywall System, a homogeneous taped and joint compounded drywall system (classified as a miscellaneous material as a complete integral system) [samples 6-7: J-1,2], collected from the laundry room SE corner and south wall/ceiling joint above the washer/dryer, respectively. These composite layered taped and joint compounded drywall materials are on the ceilings and walls of the area slated for 5D impacts with a skip trowel applied surfacing material/texture. The estimated impact area of 5D is more than 10 sf, but less than 1,000 sf (±250 sf), requiring a minimum of at least two composite core samples of all layers. The PLM analytical estimated results: NONE DETECTED. A total of 7 suspect homogeneous ACM/ACBM bulk samples were collected and 7 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. There is NO asbestos in all 7 samples. See supporting Hayes Microbial Consulting, Inc. data report #20024561_1. HEALTHSAFE CONCLUSIONS • There is NO asbestos in any of the suspect building materials slated for 5D. NO asbestos abatement will be required for any of the building materials. All building waste and debris can be disposed of in any landfill which accepts normal, non-hazardous building waste. Sincerely Submitted, Ben Baker 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. 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. 7/28/2020 Hayes Microbial - Report file:///tmp/amberjob_200245611.html 1/3 #20024561 Analysis Report prepared for HealthSafe Inspections 390 Apple DriveBasalt, CO 81621 Phone: (970) 920-2100 Lee McPherson 851 S. Ute Ave Aspen, CO 81611 Collected: July 23, 2020Received: July 24, 2020Reported: July 28, 2020 We would like to thank you for trusting Hayes Microbial for your analytical needs! We received 7 samples by FedEx in good condition for this project on July 24th, 2020. 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. In no event, shall Hayes Microbial or any of its employees be liable for lost profits or any special, incidental or consequential damages arising out of the use of these test results. Steve Hayes, BSMT(ASCP) Laboratory Director Hayes Microbial Consulting, LLC. EPA Laboratory ID: VA01419 Lab ID: #188863 DPH License: #PH-0198 Hayes Microbial Consulting, LLC. 3005 East Boundary Terrace, Suite F. Midlothian, VA. 23112 (804) 562-3435 contact@hayesmicrobial.com Page: 1 of 3 7/28/2020 Hayes Microbial - Report file:///tmp/amberjob_200245611.html 2/3 #Sample Material Description Non-Asbestos Fibers Asbestos Fibers 1 1 - ST-1 Brittle / White None Detected 2 2 - ST-2 Brittle / White None Detected 3 3 - ST-3 Brittle / White None Detected 4 4 - JC-1 Joint Compound / White None Detected 5 5 - JC-2 Joint Compound / White None Detected 6 6 - J-1 Drywall / White/Brown 5% Cellulose Fibers None Detected Joint Compound / White None Detected Joint Compound / Drywall / White/Brown 5% Cellulose Fibers None Detected Lab Note: Composite of Drywall & Joint Compound. 7 7 - J-2 Drywall / White/Brown 3% Cellulose Fibers None Detected Joint Compound / White None Detected Joint Compound / Drywall / White/Brown 3% Cellulose Fibers None Detected Lab Note: Composite of Drywall & Joint Compound. Ben Baker HealthSafe Inspections 390 Apple Drive Basalt, CO 81621 (970) 920-2100 Lee McPherson 851 S. Ute Ave Aspen, CO 81611 #20024561 Asbestos PLM Bulk EPA 600/R-93, M-4/82-020 Project Analyst: Darien Williams, Date: 07 - 28 - 2020 Reviewed By: Renaldo Drakes, Date: 07 - 28 - 2020 Collected:Jul 23, 2020 Received: Jul 24, 2020 Reported: Jul 28, 2020 3005 East Boundary Terrace, Suite F. Midlothian, VA. 23112 (804) 562-3435 contact@hayesmicrobial.com P age: 2 of 3 7/28/2020 Hayes Microbial - Report file:///tmp/amberjob_200245611.html 3/3 Analysis Details 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. PLM Analysis All Polarized Light Microscopy (PLM) results include an inherent uncertainty of measurement associated with estimating percentages by PLM. Materials with interfering matrix, low asbestos content, or small fiber size may require additional analysis via TEM Analysis. TEM Analysis Analysis by TEM is capable of providing positive identification of asbestos type(s) and semi-quantitation of asbestos content. Definitions 'None Detected' - Below the detected reporting limit of 1% unless point counting is performed, then the detected reporting limit is .25%. New York ELAP 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. 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