background findings

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September 16, 2021

City of Charleston: Department of Parks

823 Meeting Street

Charleston, South Carolina 29403

Attention: Mr. Neil O’Hara

[email protected]

Reference: Asbestos Assessment Update Letter

City of Charleston Fire Station #16

81 Ashley Hall Plantation Road

Charleston, South Carolina

S&ME Project No. 218418

Dear Mr. O’Hara:

S&ME, Inc. (S&ME) is pleased to provide this letter summarizing the asbestos assessment update of the

referenced structure, conducted on September 15, 2021. Our services were performed in general accordance with

S&ME Proposal No. 218418, dated September 13, 2021. The following sections include the project background,

findings, and conclusions and recommendations.

Background

On September 8, 2021, in an email to Mr. McMillan, you requested a proposal for an asbestos assessment update

to support the planned renovations at Fire Station 16 located at 81 Ashley Hall Plantation Road in Charleston,

South Carolina. S&ME previously prepared an Asbestos and Lead-based Assessment Report, dated August 8, 2017

(attached) for the referenced structure. Based on information you provided, it is our understanding no additional

building materials have been installed since the referenced 2017 assessment. The purpose of the assessment

update was to verify the findings of the referenced 2017 assessment report regarding asbestos containing

materials (ACMs) and provide recommendations to properly treat ACMs to prevent worker exposures, emissions,

and properly dispose of the subject materials.

Findings

The referenced 2017 report was reviewed and the condition of previously identified ACMs was reassessed.

The following ACM summarized in the following table (Table 1) was confirmed present at the subject site.

mailto:[email protected]

Limited Asbestos Assessment Update Report

City of Charleston – Fire Station 16




September 16, 2021 2

Table 1: Summary of ACMs

Material HA Location Asbestos

Type Percent Condition

Potential for

Disturbance

*Approx.

Quantity

Coating (black) associated

with the underside of a Sink SC Kitchen Sink Chrysotile 2 G, NF PD 5 SF

*The quantities are estimated and should be field verified for bidding purposes.

Abbreviations:

HA = homogeneous area SF = square feet LF = linear foot G = good

D = damaged SD = significantly damaged NF = non-friable F = friable

LPD = low potential for disturbance PD = potential for disturbance PSD = potential for sig. disturbance

The identified asbestos containing coating is classified as a Category I non-friable ACM, in good condition, with a

potential for disturbance due to the planned renovations.

The inspector’s SCDHEC license is provided in Attachment I and a copy of the referenced 2017 report is provided

in Attachment II.

Limitations

This report is provided for the sole use of the City of Charleston. Use of this report by any other parties will be at such

party's sole risk and S&ME disclaims liability for any such use or reliance by third parties. The results presented in this

report are indicative of conditions only during the time of the sampling and of the specific area referenced.

Conclusions and Recommendations

The asbestos assessment update conducted on September 15, 2021 of Fire Station 16 located at 81 Ashley Hall

Plantation Road in Charleston, South Carolina confirmed the presence of a Category I non-friable ACM, in good

condition.

We recommend proper removal and disposal of the identified ACM by a SCDHEC licensed contractor, prior to any

activities that may disturb the material. This report should be provided to the contractor(s) working in the subject

areas to assist with compliance with applicable State and Federal regulations. If additional suspect ACMs are

discovered that are not addressed in this report or the referenced 2017 report, bulk samples must be collected by

a SCDHEC licensed inspector and analyzed for asbestos content, prior to disturbance or disposal of the suspect

materials.

Limited Asbestos Assessment Update Report

City of Charleston – Fire Station 16




September 16, 2021 3

Closing

S&ME appreciates the opportunity to provide you with our industrial hygiene services and we look forward to our

continued association. If you have any questions concerning the report, please contact us at (843) 884-0005.

Sincerely,

S&ME, Inc.

James L. McMillan Terry W. Richburg

Project Industrial Hygienist Environmental Group Leader

Attachments

Attachment I – Copy of Inspector’s SCDHEC License

South Carolina

Department of Health and Environmental Control

Asbestos License

Joshua B. Veloso

Air Sampler AS-000640

Building Inspector BI-001989

S&ME, INC. / 620 Wando Park Blvd. / Mt. Pleasant, SC 29464 / p 843.884.0005 / f 843.881.6149 / www.smeinc.com

http://www.smeinc.com/

Attachment II – Support Data: 2017 Asbestos and Lead-

Based Paint Assessment Report

Asbestos and Lead-based Paint Assessment Report

City of Charleston Fire Station 16

81 Ashley Hall Planation Road


S&ME Project No. 4213-17-197

Assessment Performed by and Report Prepared by:

__________________________________________________________ 8-9-17_______

William R. Seaborn (SCDHEC Accreditation# MP-01317) Date

Prepared for:

City of Charleston, Department of Parks

823 Meeting Street

Charleston, SC 29403

Prepared by:

S&ME, Inc.

620 Wando Park Boulevard

Mt Pleasant, SC 29464

August 8, 2017

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August 8, 2017

City of Charleston, Department of Parks

823 Meeting Street

Charleston, South Carolina 29403

Attention: Leon Patat

[email protected]

Reference: Asbestos and Lead-Based Paint Assessment Report

City of Charleston - Fire Station 16




Dear Mr. Patat:

S&ME, Inc. (S&ME) is pleased to provide the enclosed report detailing the asbestos and lead-based paint

assessment of Fire Station 16 located at 81 Ashley Hall Plantation Road in Charleston, SC. The assessment

was performed in general accordance with S&ME Proposal 42-1700901 dated July 21, 2017. The enclosed

report includes the executive summary, project background, assessment procedures, findings and results,

and conclusions and recommendations for the proper treatment of asbestos containing materials and

lead-based paint.

This report is provided for the sole use of the City of Charleston. Use of this report by any other parties

will be at such party's sole risk and S&ME, Inc. disclaims liability for any such use or reliance by third

parties. The results presented in this report are indicative of conditions only during the time of the

assessment and of the specific areas referenced. The information provided in this assessment report

should not be used as a bidding document, and field conditions should be verified.

We appreciate the opportunity to provide you with our industrial hygiene services. If you have any

questions concerning this report, please call us at (843) 884-0005.

Sincerely,

S&ME, Inc.

Terry W. Richburg James L. Killingsworth, CHMM

Environmental Group Leader Environmental Services Area Manager, V.P.

Asbestos and Lead-Based Paint Assessment Report




August 8, 2017 ii

Table of Contents

Executive Summary ......................................................................................................... 1

1.0 Background ............................................................................................................. 3

1.1 Asbestos Assessment ................................................................................................................. 3

1.2 Lead-based Paint Assessment .................................................................................................. 3

2.0 Asbestos Assessment ............................................................................................ 3

2.1 Assessment Procedures ............................................................................................................. 3

2.2 Findings and Results ................................................................................................................. 4

2.3 Abbreviations and Hazard Assessment Key .......................................................................... 6

3.0 Lead-Based Paint Assessment ............................................................................. 6

3.1 Procedures ................................................................................................................................... 6

3.2 Findings ....................................................................................................................................... 7

4.0 Conclusions and Recommendations ................................................................. 7

4.1 Asbestos Recommendations ..................................................................................................... 7

4.2 Lead-based Paint Recommendations ...................................................................................... 7

Appendices

Appendix I – Summary of Asbestos Results ................................................................................................... i

Appendix II – Diagram of Bulk Sample Locations ........................................................................................ ii

Appendix III – Copy of Inspector’s SCDHEC License................................................................................ iii

Appendix IV – Laboratory Analysis Sheets and Chain of Custody Records .......................................... iv

Appendix V – Summary of XRF Lead Analyzer Readings .......................................................................... v





August 8, 2017 1

Executive Summary

An asbestos and lead-based paint assessment was conducted on July 28, 2017, of the interior and exterior

of the City of Charleston Fire Station 16 located at 81 Ashley Hall Plantation Road in Charleston, South

Carolina. The purpose of the assessment was to identify the presence of asbestos containing materials

(ACMs) and lead-based paint to support renovation activities. The assessment also complies with federal,

state, and local asbestos requirements regarding identification of asbestos containing building materials

that may be disturbed due to renovation or demolition.

Fire Station 16 is one story, with an attic area, and is comprised of two truck bays with additional storage

and laundry rooms to the Northeast. The Southwest side of the structure contains a living area, office,

kitchen area, two sleeping areas and three restrooms. The exterior of the structure is finished with vinyl

siding, and a pitched metal roof. Interior finishes include drywall walls and ceilings, spray-applied ceiling

texturing, and acoustical ceiling tiles. Flooring in the structure consists of bare concrete floors as well as

vinyl floor coverings. The structure was occupied on the day of our visit.

Asbestos

The suspect ACMs sampled from the subject areas as part of this assessment included drywall and

associated joint compound, vinyl floor tile and associated mastic, duct insulation and associated mastic,

mastic associated with the underside of a sink, piping insulation, spray-applied ceiling texture, and mastic

associated with rubber cove base.

Based on the bulk samples collected and analyzed as part of this assessment, the following ACMs were

identified:



Potential for

Disturbance

*Approx.

Quantity

Fire Station 16

Coating associated with

the underside of a Sink SC Kitchen Chrysotile 2 G, NF LPD 5 SF

*Note: The quantities are estimated and should be field verified for bidding purposes.

Abbreviations:

HA = homogeneous area SF = square feet LF = linear feet

G = good D = damaged NF = non-friable F = friable

LPD = low potential for disturbance PD = potential for disturbance PSD = potential for significant disturbance





August 8, 2017 2

The assessment of the Fire Station identified asbestos containing mastic coating associated with the

underside of a sink, which is classified as a Category I Non-friable ACM. The ACM was in good condition,

with a limited potential for disturbance due to the planned renovation activities. The remaining bulk

samples collected from the structure did not exhibit the presence of >1% asbestos.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration

(OSHA) defines a material an ACM if an asbestos content greater than one percent (>1%) is detected in a

representative sample.

We recommend proper removal and disposal of the identified ACMs, by a SCDHEC licensed asbestos

abatement contractor, prior to any destructive activities that may disturb the ACMs, as required by the

SCDHEC and EPA. If additional suspect ACMs not identified in this report are discovered during the

planned renovation/demolition activities, bulk samples must be collected by a SCDHEC licensed inspector

and analyzed for asbestos content prior to disturbance or disposal of the suspect materials. This report

should also be provided to the contractor(s) to assist with compliance with applicable State and Federal

regulations.

Lead-based Paint Assessment

A lead-based paint assessment was performed on July 28, 2017, concurrently with the asbestos

assessment, of representative painted components associated with the interior and exterior of the former

residential structure. The components were analyzed using direct measurement X-Ray Fluorescence (XRF)

technology using a Thermo Scientific XLp 302 (serial #25910). For the purpose of this assessment, painted

surfaces with lead concentrations meeting the SCDHEC disposal limit (0.7 mg/cm2) are considered lead-

based paint.

Based on the assessment and testing performed on the painted components associated with the exterior

and interior of the structure, no lead levels meeting the SCDHEC disposal level (0.7 mg/cm2) were

identified. However, low levels of lead were present which may be applicable to the standards of

Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) 29 CFR 1926.62 (Lead in Construction) depending

upon the tasks impacting those painted surfaces.

Destructive actions to paint containing low levels of lead (e.g. component removal, demolition, sanding,

grinding, burning, paint preparation, etc.) will require the contractor comply with the standards of the

OSHA regulation 29 CFR 1926.62 (Lead in Construction), including but not limited to training, initial

exposure monitoring, the use of personal protective equipment, and medical surveillance.





August 8, 2017 3

1.0 Background

On July 19, 2017, you contacted Jim Killingsworth (S&ME) via email and requested an asbestos and lead-

based paint assessment of the structure located at 81 Ashley Hall Plantation Road in Charleston, South

Carolina. The structure is one story and is approximately 3,200 square feet. The purpose of the

assessment was to identify the presence of asbestos containing materials (ACMs) and lead-based paints

to comply with state and federal regulations prior to the renovation or demolition of a structure.

Fire Station 16 is one story, with an attic area, and is comprised of two truck bays with additional storage

and laundry rooms to the Northeast. The Southwest side of the structure contains a living area, office,

kitchen area, two sleeping areas and three restrooms. The exterior of the structure is finished with vinyl

siding, as well as a pitched metal roof. Interior finishes include drywall walls and ceilings, spray-applied

ceiling texturing, and acoustical ceiling tiles. Flooring in the structure consisted of bare concrete floors as

well as vinyl floor coverings. The structure was occupied on the day of our visit.

1.1 Asbestos Assessment

The asbestos assessment was conducted to assess, sample, and identify ACMs in accordance with

regulatory requirements. The identification of ACMs will aid in the prevention of occupational exposures

and/or environmental releases of airborne asbestos. Identification of ACMs also complies with Title 40

Code of the Federal Regulations, part 61, and State regulation 61-86.1 enforced by the South Carolina

Department of Health and Environmental Control (SCDHEC), along with Title 29 Code of Federal

Regulations, part 1926 enforced by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). The

following sections describe the assessment procedures used, results of the suspect ACMs sampled and

analyzed, and conclusions and recommendations related to ACMs.

1.2 Lead-based Paint Assessment

The purpose of the testing was to assess and identify lead-based paint coatings associated with the

interior of the referenced structure. The identification of these materials will aid in the compliance of

occupational exposure (OSHA) and/or environmental releases of airborne lead dust in accordance with

OSHA 29 CFR 1926.62 (Lead in Construction) and provide information to determine proper disposal of

lead-based paint coated components and debris in accordance with the SCDHEC and the Environmental

Protection Agency (EPA).

2.0 Asbestos Assessment

2.1 Assessment Procedures

The assessment was performed by observing and sampling suspect ACMs associated with the subject

structure. Significant destructive testing was not performed, therefore the possibility exists that suspect

materials were undetected in inaccessible areas such as inside pipe chases, wall voids, or flooring overlays.

If additional suspect materials are discovered during the planned destructive activities, bulk samples must

be collected by a SCDHEC licensed inspector and analyzed for asbestos content.





August 8, 2017 4

A sampling strategy was developed to provide representative samples in accordance with the SCDHEC

and EPA. Bulk samples of suspect ACMs were collected by a SCDHEC licensed inspector. The bulk

samples were then extracted from suspect ACMs and recorded on a chain of custody record and

submitted to our in-house Polarized Light Microscopy (PLM) laboratory. The samples were subsequently

analyzed by PLM, and confirmation analysis was performed by Transmission Electron Microscopy (TEM) by

EMSL Analytical, for representative non-friable organically bound materials reported negative by PLM.

The laboratories are located in Charlotte, North Carolina and are accredited by the National Voluntary

Laboratory Accreditation Program (NVLAP), which is administered by the National Institute of Standards

and Technology.

Polarized Light Microscopy (PLM)

The suspect materials were analyzed by trained microscopists using PLM techniques coupled with

dispersion staining in accordance with EPA Test Method Title 40 Code of Federal Regulations, Chapter I

(1-1-87 edition), Part 763, Subpart F-APPENDIX A. This method identifies asbestos mineral fibers based

on six optical characteristics: morphology, birefringence, refractive index, extinction angle, sign of

elongation and dispersion staining colors. The laboratory analysis reports the specific type of asbestos

identified (there are six asbestos minerals) and the percentage of asbestos present.

Transmission Electron Microscopy (TEM)

Suspect non-friable organically bound materials, exhibiting negative results via PLM analysis, were

analyzed by trained microscopists via TEM, in accordance with SCDHEC requirements.

2.2 Findings and Results

The suspect ACMs sampled from the subject areas as part of this assessment included drywall and

associated joint compound, vinyl floor tile and associated mastic, duct insulation and associated mastic,

mastic associated with the underside of a sink, piping insulation, spray-applied ceiling texture, and mastic

associated with rubber cove base.

Based on the bulk samples collected and analyzed as part of this assessment, the following ACMs were

identified:



Potential for

Disturbance

*Approx.

Quantity

Fire Station 16

Coating associated with

the underside of a Sink SC Kitchen Chrysotile 2 G, NF LPD 5 SF

*Note: The quantities are estimated and should be field verified for bidding purposes.

Abbreviations:

HA = homogeneous area SF = square feet LF = linear feet

G = good D = damaged NF = non-friable F = friable

LPD = low potential for disturbance PD = potential for disturbance PSD = potential for significant disturbance





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The EPA classifies ACMs into two categories; friable and non-friable. A friable material creates a greater

health hazard due to the fact that it may be "crumbled, pulverized or reduced to powder by the forces

expected to act upon it in the course of demolition or renovation operations

The assessment of the Fire Station identified asbestos containing mastic coating associated with the

underside of a sink, which is classified as a Category I Non-friable ACM. The ACM was in good condition,

with a low potential for disturbance due to the planned demolition activities. The remaining bulk samples

collected from the structure did not exhibit the presence of >1% asbestos.

The EPA and the OSHA defines a material an ACM if an asbestos content of greater than one percent

(>1%) is detected in a representative sample.

A summary of asbestos results is provided in Appendix I, and exhibits the sample number, location, type

of material tested, approximate quantity of the material sampled, condition of the material, and

corresponding result for each sample. A diagram of bulk sample locations is provided in Attachment II,

and a copy of the inspector’s SCDHEC license is provided in Attachment III. Copies of the laboratory

analyses and chain-of-custody records are provided in Attachment IV.





August 8, 2017 6

2.3 Abbreviations and Hazard Assessment Key

In accordance with the EPA and SCDHEC, confirmed ACMs are assigned a hazard assessment based on its

present condition and potential for disturbance. The hazard assessment is used as a tool for prioritization

in remedial actions regarding ACM(s) as noted in Appendix I, Table 3.

Present Condition

F = Friable

NF = Non-friable

G = Good (Very localized limited damage)

D = Damaged (Damage of less than 10% distributed and less than 25% localized)

SD = Significantly Damaged (Damage equal to or greater than 10% distributed, 25% localized)

Potential for Future Disturbance

LPD = Low Potential for Disturbance (Contact, Vibration, and Air Erosion all of Low Concern)

PD = Potential for Damage (Contact, Vibration, or Air Erosion of Moderate Concern)

PSD = Potential for Significant Damage (Contact, Vibration, or Air Erosion of High Concern)

Hazard Assessment

3.0 Lead-Based Paint Assessment

3.1 Procedures

A lead-based paint assessment and testing was performed on representative painted components

associated with the interior and exterior of the subject areas. The components were analyzed with a

Thermo Scientific XLp-302 XRF spectrum analyzer (serial #25910). The suspect painted finishes were

selected based on the color of the topcoat and the underlying paint layers and/or the substrate on which

it was applied. The possibility exists that lead-based paint finishes are present in those inaccessible areas

such as pipe chases, wall voids, etc. The SCDHEC defines a lead-based paint as any paint containing lead

at concentrations equaling 0.7 mg/cm2 or greater by XRF testing. For the purpose of the assessment,

paint containing 0.7 mg/cm2 or greater was considered lead-based paint due to the planned activities.

Significantly

Damaged

(SD)

Damaged

(D)

Good

(G)

PSD PD LPD PSD PD LPD

7 6 5 4 3 2 1





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The OSHA does not recognize a threshold level of lead for definition purposes, only the airborne

concentration of lead a worker is exposed. The current OSHA regulations recognize an airborne action

level of 30 micrograms per cubic meter (µg/m3) during an eight-hour day and a permissible exposure limit

of 50 µg/m3.

3.2 Findings

Based on the assessment and testing performed on July 28, 2017, of the painted components associated

with the exterior of the referenced structures, no lead levels meeting the SCDHEC disposal level (0.7

mg/cm2) were identified. However, low levels of lead were present in various paints and may be

applicable to the standards of the OSHA 29 CFR 1926.62 (Lead in Construction) dependent upon the

planned treatments of those painted surfaces.

The summary of XRF readings is provided in Appendix V, and should be reviewed in full.

4.0 Conclusions and Recommendations

An asbestos and lead-based paint assessment was conducted on July 28, 2017 of the structure located at

81 Ashley Hall Plantation Road in Charleston, South Carolina and a Category I non-friable ACM was

identified. Lead-based paint, applicable to the SCDHEC disposal standards, was not identified. However,

low levels of lead applicable to the standards of the OSHA were identified.

This report should be provided to contractor(s) involved in any renovation/demolition activities to assist

with compliance with applicable State and Federal regulations.

4.1 Asbestos Recommendations

Due to the planned renovation activities that may disturb the identified ACM, we recommend proper

removal and disposal of the ACM by a SCDHEC licensed asbestos abatement contractor, prior to

destructive activities to the ACM.

If additional suspect ACMs that are not addressed in this report are discovered during the planned

renovation activities, bulk samples must be collected by a South Carolina Department of Health and

Environmental Control (SCDHEC) licensed inspector and analyzed for asbestos content prior to

disturbance or disposal of the suspect material(s). This report should also be provided to the contractor(s)

to assist with compliance with applicable State and Federal regulations.

4.2 Lead-based Paint Recommendations

Destructive actions (e.g. component removal, demolition, sanding, grinding, burning, paint preparation,

etc.) to paint containing low levels of lead will require the contractor comply with the standards of the

OSHA regulation 29 CFR 1926.62 (Lead in Construction), including but not limited to training, initial

exposure monitoring, the use of personal protective equipment, and medical surveillance.

Paint coatings may be present that contain low levels of lead that cannot be detected by X-ray

fluorescence, and may be applicable to OSHA regulations 29 CFR 1926.62. The quantities reported by XRF

may be useful in determining the relative risk associated with various demolition tasks, for example





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disturbances to paints with low lead levels may be less likely to result in airborne lead exposures in excess

of the OSHA Action Level.

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Appendix I – Summary of Asbestos Results

Summary of Asbestos Results




Date of Sampling: July 28, 2017

Sample No. Location Material2Approx.

Quantity

Asbestos

Type1Percent Condition

Potential for

Disturbance

Hazard

Assessment

197-DW-01 Laundry Room ND NA NA NA NA

197-DW-02 Captain's Bedroom ND NA NA NA NA

197-DW-03 Large Bedroom ND NA NA NA NA

197-JC-01 Laundry Room ND NA NA NA NA

197-JC-02 Living Area ND NA NA NA NA

197-JC-03 Large Bedroom ND NA NA NA NA

197-JC-04 Locker Room ND NA NA NA NA

197-JC-05 Bathroom 2 ND NA NA NA NA



197-PI-01 Storage Room ND NA NA NA NA



197-PI2-01 Storage Room ND NA NA NA NA



197-SP-01 Storage Room ND NA NA NA NA

197-SP-02 Large Bedroom ND NA NA NA NA

197-SP-03 Living Area ND NA NA NA NA

197-SP-04 Office ND NA NA NA NA

197-SP-05 Living Area ND NA NA NA NA

197-SC-01 Kitchen Chrysotile 2 G, NF LPD 1

197-SC-02 Kitchen Chrysotile 2 G, NF LPD 1

3197-SC-03 Kitchen ND NA NA NA NA

Table II: Summary of Asbestos Results

Drywall

Joint Compound

6,500 SF

Coating associated with the

underside of a Sink (black)

6 LF

6 LF

1,100 SF

5 SF

Pipe Insulation (white)

Pipe Insulation (blue)

Spray-Applied Ceiling Texture

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Summary of Asbestos Results




Date of Sampling: July 28, 2017

Sample No. Location Material2Approx.

Quantity

Asbestos

Type1Percent Condition

Potential for

Disturbance

Hazard

Assessment

Table II: Summary of Asbestos Results

197-DM-01 AtticND

NDNA NA NA NA

197-DM-02 AtticND

NDNA NA NA NA

3197-DM-03 Attic

ND

NDNA NA NA NA

197-CB-01 Captain's BathroomND

NDNA NA NA NA

197-CB-02 Bathroom 2ND

NDNA NA NA NA

3197-CB-03 Bathroom 1

ND

NDNA NA NA NA

197-FT-01 KitchenND

NDNA NA NA NA

197-FT-02 Captain's BathroomND

NDNA NA NA NA

3197-FT-03 Bathroom 1

ND

NDNA NA NA NA

ND = No Asbestos Detected LPD = low potential for disturbance F= friable

NA = Not Applicable PD = potential for disturbance

SF = square feet PSD = potential for significant disturbance EA = each

LF = linear feet

1EPA, SCDHEC and OSHA defines a material as asbestos containing if an asbestos content greater than one percent (>1%) is detected in a representative sample.

2Quantities are estimated, and should not be used for bidding purposes, as field conditions should be verified.

3Samples analyzed by TEM to confirm negative results reported by PLM analysis.

G = good

D = damaged NF = non-friable

SD = significantly damaged

Mastic associated with Rubber

Cove Base (beige)

Vinyl Floor Tile (12" beige) and

associated Mastic (brown)

735 SF

110 LF

1,925 SF

Mastic associated with Duct Work

(white)

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Appendix II – Diagram of Bulk Sample Locations

LEGEND

BULK SAMPLE LOCATION

NOTE: NO PAINTED SURFACES MEETING THE SCDHEC DISPOSAL

LIMIT OF 0.7 mg/cm² WERE DETECTED.

197-PI-01

197-PI-02

197-PI-03

197-PI2-01

197-PI2-02

197-PI2-03

197-SP-01

197-JC-01

197-DW-01

197-DW-03

197-SP-02

197-JC-03

197-FT-01

197-JC-07

197-FT-03

197-CB-03

197-JC-06

197-CB-02

197-JC-04

197-JC-05

197-CB-01

197-DW-02

197-SP-04

197-FT-02

197-SP-03197-SP-05

197-JC-02

197-XX-XX

197-SC-01

197-SC-02

197-SC-03

ASBESTOS CONTAINING MATERIAL

COATING (BLACK) ASSOCIATED WITH THE UNDERSIDE OF A SINK

-APPROXIMATELY 5 SQUARE FEET

SCALE:

PROJECT NO.

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CHARLESTON, SOUTH CAROLINA

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Appendix III – Copy of Inspector’s SCDHEC License

S&ME, INC. / 620 Wando Park Blvd. / Mt. Pleasant, SC 29464 / p 843.884.0005 / f 843.881.6149 / www.smeinc.com

South Carolina

Department of Health and Environmental Control

Asbestos License

William Seaborn

Air Sampler AS-00416Building Inspector BI-01317

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Appendix IV – Laboratory Analysis Sheets and Chain of

Custody Records

Charleston Branch 620 Wando Park Blvd.

Mt. Pleasant SC 29464

Asbestos Analysis Summary

Client Job

Client Name

Date Analyzed

Date Received

8/3/2017

7/31/2017


9771D Southern Pine Boulevard

Charlotte, NC 28273

704-940-1830 Fax 704-565-4929

NVLAP Lab Code 102075-0

POLARIZED LIGHT MICROSCOPYPerformed by EPA 600/R-93/116 Method

Non-Asbestos Fibrous Non-Fibrous

Lab ID: Sample #: Appearance %/Type

Job Number 4213-17-197

AsbestosComments %/Type %/Type

2 CELLULOSE 98 GYPSUM17-6957 197-DW-01 TAN/BEIGE FIBROUS ND

5 CELLULOSE 95 GYPSUM17-6958 197-DW-02 TAN/BEIGE FIBROUS ND

2 CELLULOSE 98 GYPSUM17-6959 197-DW-03 BEIGE FIBROUS ND

100 OTHER17-6960 197-JC-01 WHITE NONFIBROUS ND

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For heterogeneous samples easily separated into subsamples, and for layered samples, each component is analyzed separately. ND = None Detected (Asbestos Not

Present In Representative Sample). RCF= (Refractory Ceramic Fiber) The results relate only to the items tested.

The sample may not be fully representative of the larger material in question. This sheet may not be reproduced except with permission from SME, Inc. This report

may not be used to claim product endorsement by NVLAP or any agency of the U.S. Government. Although Polarized Light Microscopy (PLM/Dispersion Staining)

(Method EPA 600/R-93/116) is the specified method for analysis of bulk material samples for asbestos under the EPA Asbestos Hazard Emergency Response Act, there

have been reports that this method may not identify asbestos when fiber sizes are extremely small or if they are bound in a resinous material. Such materials include

floor tile, mastic and asphaltic roofing. Currently, reanalysis by Transmission Electron Microscopy (TEM) to verify results of <1% or "None Detected" for these

materials is recommended.

Analyzed by: Jane Wasilewski Jane WasilewskiLaboratory ManagerAdditional Comments:











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100 OTHER17-6967 197-CB-01 YELLOW NONFIBROUS ND

100 OTHER17-6968 197-CB-02 YELLOW NONFIBROUS ND

2 CELLULOSE 98 OTHER17-6970 197-DM-01 BEIGE PLIABLE ND

2 CELLULOSE 98 OTHER17-6971 197-DM-02 BEIGE PLIABLE ND

100 OTHER17-6973A 197-FT1-01 BEIGE NONFIBROUS NDTILE

100 OTHER17-6973B 197-FT1-01 YELLOW NONFIBROUS NDMASTIC

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100 OTHER17-6974A 197-FT1-02 BEIGE NONFIBROUS NDTILE

100 OTHER17-6974B 197-FT1-02 YELLOW NONFIBROUS NDMASTIC

5 CELLULOSE 95 OTHER17-6976A 197-PI1-01 GREY NONFIBROUS NDWRAP

5 CELLULOSE

3 SYNTHETIC

2 GLASS

90 OTHER17-6976B 197-PI1-01 BEIGE FIBROUS NDINSULATION

5 CELLULOSE 95 OTHER17-6977A 197-PI1-02 GREY FIBROUS NDWRAP

5 CELLULOSE

3 SYNTHETIC

2 GLASS


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5 CELLULOSE 95 OTHER17-6978A 197-PI1-03 GREY FIBROUS NDWRAP

5 CELLULOSE

3 SYNTHETIC

2 GLASS


1 SYNTHETIC 99 PERLITE17-6979 197-PI2-01 BLUE FIBROUS ND

<1 SYNTHETIC 100 PERLITE17-6980 197-PI2-02 BLUE FIBROUS ND

<1 SYNTHETIC 100 PERLITE17-6981 197-PI2-03 BLUE FIBROUS ND

98 OTHER17-6982 197-SC-01 BLACK NONFIBROUS 2 CHRYSOTILE

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98 OTHER17-6983 197-SC-02 BLACK NONFIBROUS 2 CHRYSOTILE

5 VERMICULITE

95 OTHER

17-6985 197-SP-01 BEIGE NONFIBROUS ND

25 VERMICULITE

75 OTHER


5 VERMICULITE

95 OTHER


5 VERMICULITE

95 OTHER


2 VERMICULITE

98 OTHER


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EMSL Analytical, Inc.376 Crompton Street Charlotte, NC 28273

Tel/Fax: (704) 525-2205 / (704) 525-2382

http://www.EMSL.com / [email protected]

EMSL Order: 411705969

Customer ID: SMEI54

Customer PO:

Project ID:

Attention: Jane Wasilewski Phone: (704) 940-1830

S&ME, Inc. Fax: (704) 565-4929

9771D Southern Pine Blvd. Received Date: 08/04/2017 11:40 AM

Charlotte, NC 28273 Analysis Date: 08/07/2017

Collected Date:

4213-17-197Project:

Test Report: Asbestos Analysis of Non-Friable Organically Bound Materials by TEM via

EPA/600/R-93/116 Section 2.5.5.1

Sample ID Description Appearance % Matrix Material % Non-Asbestos Fibers Asbestos Types

197-CB-03

411705969-0001

Mastic Only Tan

Non-Fibrous

Homogeneous

100 None No Asbestos Detected

197-DM-03

411705969-0002

Mastic Beige

Non-Fibrous

Homogeneous


197-FT-03

411705969-0003

Tile Beige

Non-Fibrous

Homogeneous


197-FT-03

411705969-0004

Mastic Tan

Non-Fibrous

Homogeneous


Analyst(s)

Derrick Young (4) Lee Plumley, Laboratory Manager

or other approved signatory

This laboratory is not responsible for % asbestos in total sample when the residue only is submitted for analysis. The above report relates only to the items tested. This report may not be reproduced,

except in full, without written approval by EMSL Analytical , Inc. Samples received in good condition unless otherwise noted. Unless requested by the client, building materials manufactured with

multiple layers (i.e. linoleum, wallboard, etc.) are reported as a single sample.

Samples analyzed by EMSL Analytical, Inc. Charlotte, NC

Initial report from: 08/08/2017 08:19:48

ASB_PLMEPANOB_0012_0002 Printed 8/8/2017 8:19:54AM Page 1 of 1

OrderID: 411705969

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Appendix V – Summary of XRF Lead Analyzer Readings

SUMMARY OF XRF SPECTRUM LEAD ANALYZER READINGS

FIRE STATION 16


S&ME PROJECT NO. 4213-17-197

DATE OF TESTING: 7-28-17

XLN

No.Site Floor Side Room Structure Component Color Substrate Condition Results

Action

LevelLead Units

1 Shutter Cal 2.65 mg/cm2

2 Calibrate 1 mg/cm2



5 Fire Station 16 First A Laundry Wall Grey Drywall Intact Negative 0.7 0 mg/cm2

6 Fire Station 16 First A Laundry Rack Grey Wood Intact Negative 0.7 0 mg/cm2

7 Fire Station 16 First A Laundry Rack Grey Wood Intact Negative 0.7 0 mg/cm2

8 Fire Station 16 First A Laundry Door Grey Wood Intact Negative 0.7 0 mg/cm2

9 Fire Station 16 First A Laundry Door Grey Metal Intact Negative 0.7 0 mg/cm2

10 Fire Station 16 First D Bay Trim Grey Wood Intact Negative 0.7 0 mg/cm2

11 Fire Station 16 First C Bay Panel Grey Wood Intact Negative 0.7 0 mg/cm2

12 Fire Station 16 First D Bay Door Grey Wood Intact Negative 0.7 0 mg/cm2

13 Fire Station 16 First D Bay Door Casing Grey Metal Intact Negative 0.7 0 mg/cm2

14 Fire Station 16 First B Bay Door Casing Grey Metal Intact Negative 0.7 0 mg/cm2

15 Fire Station 16 First B Bay Door Grey Wood Intact Negative 0.7 0 mg/cm2

16 Fire Station 16 First B Bay Window Frame Grey Wood Intact Negative 0.7 0 mg/cm2

17 Fire Station 16 First B Living Room Wall Blue Drywall Intact Negative 0.7 0 mg/cm2

18 Fire Station 16 First B Living Room Wall Beige Drywall Intact Negative 0.7 0 mg/cm2

19 Fire Station 16 First B Living Room Wall Beige Drywall Intact Negative 0.7 0 mg/cm2

20 Fire Station 16 First A Living Room Door Blue Wood Intact Negative 0.7 0 mg/cm2

21 Fire Station 16 First A Living Room Door Blue Metal Intact Negative 0.7 0 mg/cm2

22 Fire Station 16 First A Living Room Door Blue Metal Intact Negative 0.7 0 mg/cm2

23 Fire Station 16 First A Living Room Door Blue Wood Intact Negative 0.7 0 mg/cm2

24 Fire Station 16 First D Kitchen Wall Beige Drywall Intact Negative 0.7 0 mg/cm2

25 Fire Station 16 First D Kitchen Door Blue Wood Intact Negative 0.7 0 mg/cm2

26 Fire Station 16 First D Kitchen Door Casing Blue Metal Intact Negative 0.7 0 mg/cm2

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XLN


Action

LevelLead Units

27 Fire Station 16 First B Kitchen Door Casing Blue Metal Intact Negative 0.7 0 mg/cm2

28 Fire Station 16 First B Kitchen Door Blue Wood Intact Negative 0.7 0 mg/cm2

29 Fire Station 16 First C Utility Room Wall Beige Drywall Intact Negative 0.7 0.02 mg/cm2

30 Fire Station 16 First C Hall Wall Blue Drywall Intact Negative 0.7 0 mg/cm2

31 Fire Station 16 First C Hall Wall Beige Drywall Intact Negative 0.7 0 mg/cm2

32 Fire Station 16 First C Bathroom C Wall Beige Drywall Intact Negative 0.7 0 mg/cm2

33 Fire Station 16 First C Bathroom C Wall Blue Drywall Intact Negative 0.7 0 mg/cm2

34 Fire Station 16 First B Bathroom C Door Blue Wood Intact Negative 0.7 0 mg/cm2

35 Fire Station 16 First B Bathroom C Door Casing Blue Metal Intact Negative 0.7 0 mg/cm2

36 Fire Station 16 First B Bathroom C Wall Casing Blue Drywall Intact Negative 0.7 0 mg/cm2

37 Fire Station 16 First B Bathroom C Wall Casing Beige Drywall Intact Negative 0.7 0 mg/cm2

38 Fire Station 16 First D Bathroom B Wall Beige Drywall Intact Negative 0.7 0 mg/cm2

39 Fire Station 16 First D Bathroom B Wall Blue Drywall Intact Negative 0.7 0 mg/cm2

40 Fire Station 16 First D Bathroom B Stall Red Wood Intact Negative 0.7 0.4 mg/cm2

41 Fire Station 16 First D Bathroom B Stall Red Wood Intact Negative 0.7 0.4 mg/cm2

42 Fire Station 16 First C Bathroom B Door Blue Wood Intact Negative 0.7 0 mg/cm2

43 Fire Station 16 First C Bathroom B Door Casing Blue Metal Intact Negative 0.7 0 mg/cm2

44 Fire Station 16 First C Bathroom A Door Casing Blue Metal Intact Negative 0.7 0 mg/cm2

45 Fire Station 16 First C Bathroom A Door Blue Wood Intact Negative 0.7 0 mg/cm2

46 Fire Station 16 First C Bathroom A Wall Blue Drywall Intact Negative 0.7 0 mg/cm2

47 Fire Station 16 First C Bathroom A Wall Beige Drywall Intact Negative 0.7 0 mg/cm2

48 Fire Station 16 First B Large Bedroom Wall Blue Drywall Intact Negative 0.7 0 mg/cm2

49 Fire Station 16 First D Large Bedroom Locker Blue Wood Intact Negative 0.7 0 mg/cm2

50 Fire Station 16 First C Large Bedroom Door Blue Wood Intact Negative 0.7 0 mg/cm2

51 Fire Station 16 First C Large Bedroom Door Casing Blue Wood Intact Negative 0.7 0 mg/cm2

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XLN


Action

LevelLead Units

52 Fire Station 16 First A Large Bedroom Wall Blue Drywall Intact Negative 0.7 0 mg/cm2

53 Fire Station 16 First C Exterior Trim Grey Wood Intact Negative 0.7 0 mg/cm2

54 Fire Station 16 First C Exterior Trim White Wood Intact Negative 0.7 0 mg/cm2

55 Fire Station 16 First C Exterior Trim White Metal Intact Negative 0.7 0.01 mg/cm2

56 Fire Station 16 First B Exterior Door Grey Wood Intact Negative 0.7 0 mg/cm2

57 Fire Station 16 First B Exterior Door Casing Grey Wood Intact Negative 0.7 0 mg/cm2

58 Fire Station 16 First C Exterior Door Casing Grey Wood Intact Negative 0.7 0 mg/cm2

59 Fire Station 16 First C Exterior Door Grey Wood Intact Negative 0.7 0 mg/cm2

60 Fire Station 16 First C Exterior Rail Grey Wood Intact Negative 0.7 0 mg/cm2

61 Fire Station 16 First C Exterior Rail Yellow Wood Intact Negative 0.7 0.3 mg/cm2

62 Fire Station 16 First C Exterior Trim Grey Wood Intact Negative 0.7 0 mg/cm2

63 Fire Station 16 First B Exterior Trim Grey Wood Intact Negative 0.7 0 mg/cm2

64 Fire Station 16 First B Exterior Trim White Wood Intact Negative 0.7 0 mg/cm2

65 Fire Station 16 First B Exterior Trim White Metal Intact Negative 0.7 0 mg/cm2

66 Fire Station 16 First B Exterior Tank White Metal Intact Negative 0.7 0 mg/cm2

67 Fire Station 16 First B Exterior Bollard Yellow Metal Intact Negative 0.7 0 mg/cm2

68 Fire Station 16 First B Exterior Trim Grey Wood Intact Negative 0.7 0 mg/cm2

69 Fire Station 16 First B Exterior Trim White Wood Intact Negative 0.7 0 mg/cm2

70 Fire Station 16 First B Exterior Trim White Metal Intact Negative 0.7 0 mg/cm2

71 Fire Station 16 First B Exterior Trim Grey Metal Intact Negative 0.7 0 mg/cm2

72 Fire Station 16 First A Exterior Bay Door Casing Grey Wood Intact Negative 0.7 0 mg/cm2

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XLN


Action

LevelLead Units

73 Fire Station 16 First D Exterior Door Casing Grey Wood Intact Negative 0.7 0 mg/cm2

74 Fire Station 16 First D Exterior Door Grey Wood Intact Negative 0.7 0 mg/cm2

75 Fire Station 16 First D Exterior Trim Grey Wood Intact Negative 0.7 0 mg/cm2

76 Fire Station 16 First D Exterior Trim White Wood Intact Negative 0.7 0 mg/cm2

77 Fire Station 16 First D Exterior Trim White Metal Intact Negative 0.7 0 mg/cm2


79 Calibrate 1.1 mg/cm2

80 Calibrate 1.1 mg/cm2

SCDHEC requires special disposal for paint containing lead >0.7 mg/cm2

OSHA does not recognize a concentration of lead for definition purposes, only the airborne concentration a worker is exposed.

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