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Home My WebLink AboutB14-0136 Asbestos Letter.pdf Denver Office 8361 S. Sangre De Cristo Road, Suite 120 Littleton, CO 80127 Phone 303.468.8763 • Fax 303.904.2038 Austin ● Baton Rouge ● Carrollton ● Denver ● Mesquite ● Richland Hills ● Tyler June 13, 2013 Mr. Ron Byrne 174 Gore Creek Drive, Unit 516 Vail, Colorado RE: Asbestos-Containing Building Materials Inspection 174 Gore Creek Drive, Unite 516, Vail, Colorado F&A Project No. 3014.01 Dear Mr. Byrne: Farmer & Associates, Inc. (F&A) inspected the residence (the Site) located at 174 Gore Creek Drive, Unit 516, Vail, Colorado for asbestos-containing building materials (ACBM) on June 11, 2013. Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE)-licensed Asbestos Inspector Andrew Nelson (license #15428) conducted this inspection under an agreement between F&A and yourself. The purpose of the inspection was to: 1) determine locations and conditions of asbestos-containing products in the scheduled renovation/demolition areas at the Site; and 2) determine the impact these materials will have on scheduled renovation/demolition. Based on the laboratory analysis of the bulk samples collected, the following products contained asbestos in the demolition area at the Site:  White texture on drywall in residence. Accessible areas within the Site were viewed and suspect materials touched by the inspector to determine the location, condition, and friability of observed suspect asbestos material. All bulk samples were submitted for PLM analysis. When suspect material was initially sighted, bulk samples were usually collected. By definition, a homogeneous area means an area of surfacing material, thermal system insulation material, or miscellaneous material that is uniform in color and texture, and is installed within the same period. This was not a complete asbestos inspection, only areas listed above were inspected. F&A has had extensive experience with older buildings that have been abated during demolition or renovation projects. Occasionally, additional asbestos was discovered during demolition of concealing ceiling, wall, or flooring materials. The PLM Report in Appendix I indicate the results of PLM analysis for bulk samples collected in the scheduled renovation/demolition areas. The PLM Report shows the room or area in which the sample was collected and provides a description of the sampled material. Any product containing more than 1% fibrous asbestos, when analyzed by PLM, is considered a potential hazard by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). PLM is the EPA-recognized method for determining fibrous bulk asbestos content. Additionally, the EPA indicates that further analysis by point counting be performed to confirm asbestos content for friable materials found to contain less than ten percent asbestos by visual area estimation. Point counting analysis may be omitted if the material is assumed to contain more than one percent asbestos and is then handled accordingly. All samples collected by F&A were analyzed by Reservoirs Environmental, Inc.'s NVLAP-accredited laboratory in Denver, Colorado. 174 Gore Creek Drive, Unit 516, Vail, Colorado June 13, 2013 Page 2 Austin ● Baton Rouge ● Carrollton ● Denver ● Mesquite ● Richland Hills ● Tyler Sample analysis reported as "None Detected" should be interpreted as meaning no asbestos was observed in the suspect material above the reliable limit of detection, (1% by visual estimation) for the PLM method. The following materials did not contain asbestos:  Wallpaper and associated glue on drywall in first floor bathroom.  Grout in kitchen and first floor bathroom. Based on observations made at the Site, and results of the analysis of bulk samples collected during the inspection, F&A recommends the following: 1. Collect additional bulk samples from previously concealed materials that may be revealed during demolition activity, or from materials outside the original inspection scope of work. "Suspect" material includes any material serving as a sprayed-on or troweled-on acoustic or fireproofing surface; floor and ceiling tiles; transite panels, siding or shingles; thermal insulation or any material associated with mechanical systems; or any binding agent such as tar sealant, mastic adhesive, roofing tar, caulking, et cetera. Colorado Regulation #8 requires bulk samples in public buildings be collected by a licensed Asbestos Building Inspector. 2. CDPHE dictates that only a licensed General Abatement Contractor (GAC) can remove, repair, enclose, or encapsulate asbestos-containing material. CDPHE further dictates that the asbestos abatement activity be designed and monitored by a licensed Asbestos Project Designer. 3. If ACBM are to be removed or disturbed as part of renovation/demolition activities the ACBM should be removed under abatement conditions before renovation begins. 4. According to Colorado Regulation #8, CDPHE must be notified for all demolitions of all facilities and all asbestos abatement projects that exceed the trigger levels, whatever is the lesser quantity. The notification requirements apply to both friable and non-friable asbestos materials. Notifications must be postmarked or delivered at least 10 working days before initiating abatement activities, and must be made using CDPHE forms. Forms can be obtained by contacting the CDPHE Asbestos Notification and Information Section at 303- 692-3100 or online through the CDPH&E website at www.cdphe.state.co.us. 5. To comply with National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP) asbestos regulation (EPA 40 CFR 61, Subpart M), F&A recommends removing all friable and non-friable ACBM that has the potential to become friable under abatement conditions prior to renovation or demolition activities. 6. The building owner should be aware that removing ACBM does not discharge ownership. During transport or after burial in an EPA-approved landfill, any contamination throughout the lifetime of the material remains the responsibility of the building owner. 7. If any material cannot be positively identified as non-asbestos-containing by the analytical results of samples collected during this inspection, it should be treated as asbestos until a sample of the newly identified suspect material can be collected and analyzed by PLM. F&A has endeavored to inspect the existing conditions within the affected areas using CDPHE inspection protocols. Regardless of the thoroughness of an inspection, it is possible that some areas containing asbestos 174 Gore Creek Drive, Unit 516, Vail, Colorado June 13, 2013 Page 3 Austin ● Baton Rouge ● Carrollton ● Denver ● Mesquite ● Richland Hills ● Tyler were overlooked or inaccessible. This report presents general descriptions of various construction materials and the general locations where these materials were encountered. If questions arise during the planning for renovation, demolition or other construction, F&A should be notified to permit us to review the situation and present recommendations. This report has been prepared on behalf of and exclusively for the use of Ron Byrne and his contractor. The conclusions expressed by F&A regarding the conditions of the site are based solely on the observations made on June 11, 2013, the data collected during this inspection, and the laboratory results of the samples collected and analyzed. The beneficiaries are hereby advised that conditions observed are subject to change. This report and the findings contained herein shall not, in whole or in part, be disseminated or conveyed to any other party or be used or relied upon by any other party, in whole or in part, without Mr. Byrne’s or F&A's prior written consent. F&A appreciates this opportunity to provide asbestos consulting services to Ron Bryne. We have enjoyed working with you on this project and look forward to meeting your needs in the future. Should any questions arise concerning this report, please contact us at (303) 468-8763. Sincerely, Andrew Nelson CDPHE Building Inspector #15428 Farmer & Associates, Inc. 174 Gore Creek Drive, Unit 516, Vail, Colorado June 13, 2013 Page 4 Austin ● Baton Rouge ● Carrollton ● Denver ● Mesquite ● Richland Hills ● Tyler APPENDIX I BULK SAMPLE ANALYSIS Reservoirs Environmental, Inc. Reservoirs Environmental QA Manual Effective January 1, 2012 T:\QAQC\Lab\Reservoirs Environmental QA Manual.doc Subcontract Number:NA Laboratory Report:RES 261736-1 Project # / P.O. #3014.01 Project Description:174 Gore Creek Dr. #516 Vail,CO RES 261736-1 Sincerely, June 12, 2013 Dear Customer, Reservoirs Environmental, Inc.is an analytical laboratory accredited for the analysis of Industrial Hygiene and Environmental matrices by the National Voluntary Laboratory Accreditation Program (NVLAP),Lab Code 101896-0 for Transmission Electron Microscopy (TEM)and Polarized Light Microscopy (PLM) analysis and the American Industrial Hygiene Association (AIHA),Lab ID 101533 - Accreditation Certificate #480 for Phase Contrast Microscopy (PCM) analysis. This laboratory is currently proficient in both Proficiency Testing and PAT programs respectively. Reservoirs Environmental, Inc.has analyzed the following samples for asbestos content as per your request. The analysis has been completed in general accordance with the appropriate methodology as stated in the attached analysis table. The results have been submitted to your office. Farmer & Associates (CO) 8361 S. Sangre De Cristo Rd., Suite 120 Littleton CO 80127 is the job number assigned to this study. This report is considered highly confidential and the sole property of the customer. Reservoirs Environmental, Inc. will not discuss any part of this study with personnel other than those of the client. The results described in this report only apply to the samples analyzed. This report must not be used to claim endorsement of products or analytical results by NVLAP or any agency of the U.S. Government. This report shall not be reproduced except in full, without written approval from Reservoirs Environmental, Inc. Samples will be disposed of after sixty days unless longer storage is requested.If you have any questions about this report, please feel free to call 303-964-1986. Jeanne Spencer President P: 303-964-1986 F: 303-477-4275 5801 Logan Street, Suite 100 Denver, CO 80216 Page 1 of 4 1-866-RESI-ENV www.reilab.com Reservoirs Environmental, Inc. Reservoirs Environmental QA Manual Effective January 1, 2013 T:\QAQC\Lab\Reservoirs Environmental QA Manual.doc TABLE PLM BULK ANALYSIS, PERCENTAGE COMPOSITION BY VOLUME RES Job Number: Client: Client Project Number / P.O.: Client Project Description: Date Samples Received: Analysis Type:ND=None Detected Turnaround:TR=Trace, <1% Visual Estimate Date Analyzed:Trem-Act=Tremolite-Actinolite Client Non Non- Sample Sub Asbestos Fibrous Number Physical Part Fibrous Components Description (%)Mineral Visual Components (%) Estimate (%)(%) S07079 EM 970283 A B White texture w/ white paint White/tan drywall 15 85 ND ND 0 15 100 85 S07080 EM 970284 A B C D White paint White texture White texture w/ white paint White/tan drywall 5 5 10 80 Chrysotile ND 3 ND ND 0 0 0 15 100 97 100 85 S07081 EM 970285 A B C White texture w/ white paint White texture White/tan drywall 5 5 90 Chrysotile ND 3 ND 0 0 15 100 97 85 S07082 EM 970286 A B C White texture w/ white paint White texture w/ white paint White/tan drywall 5 5 90 ND ND ND 0 0 15 100 100 85 S07083 EM 970287 A B C D White paint White texture White texture w/ white paint White/tan drywall 5 5 10 80 Chrysotile ND 3 ND ND 0 0 0 15 100 97 100 85 Asbestos Content June 11, 2013 174 Gore Creek Dr. #516 Vail,CO PLM, Short Report June 12, 2013 RESERVOIRS ENVIRONMENTAL, INC. NVLAP Lab Code 101896-0 TDH Licensed Laboratory # 30-0136 ID Number L A Y E R Lab 24 Hour RES 261736-1 3014.01 Farmer & Associates (CO) P: 303-964-1986 F: 303-477-4275 5801 Logan Street, Suite 100 Denver, CO 80216 Page 2 of 4 1-866-RESI-ENV www.reilab.com Reservoirs Environmental, Inc. Reservoirs Environmental QA Manual Effective January 1, 2013 T:\QAQC\Lab\Reservoirs Environmental QA Manual.doc TABLE PLM BULK ANALYSIS, PERCENTAGE COMPOSITION BY VOLUME RES Job Number: Client: Client Project Number / P.O.: Client Project Description: Date Samples Received: Analysis Type:ND=None Detected Turnaround:TR=Trace, <1% Visual Estimate Date Analyzed:Trem-Act=Tremolite-Actinolite Client Non Non- Sample Sub Asbestos Fibrous Number Physical Part Fibrous Components Description (%)Mineral Visual Components (%) Estimate (%)(%) Asbestos Content June 11, 2013 174 Gore Creek Dr. #516 Vail,CO PLM, Short Report June 12, 2013 RESERVOIRS ENVIRONMENTAL, INC. NVLAP Lab Code 101896-0 TDH Licensed Laboratory # 30-0136 ID Number L A Y E R Lab 24 Hour RES 261736-1 3014.01 Farmer & Associates (CO) S07084 EM 970288 A B C Tan fibrous material White compound w/ white fibrous woven material White/tan drywall 5 20 75 ND ND ND 85 5 15 15 95 85 S07085 EM 970289 A B C D Gray granular cementitious material Pink resinous material w/ white fibrous material White granular cementitious material White ceramic material 5 5 40 50 ND ND ND ND 0 65 0 0 100 35 100 100 S07086 EM 970290 A B C Gray cementitious material Tan granular cementitious material White granular cementitious material TR 5 95 ND ND ND 0 0 0 100 100 100 P: 303-964-1986 F: 303-477-4275 5801 Logan Street, Suite 100 Denver, CO 80216 Page 3 of 4 1-866-RESI-ENV www.reilab.com Reservoirs Environmental, Inc. Reservoirs Environmental QA Manual Effective January 1, 2013 T:\QAQC\Lab\Reservoirs Environmental QA Manual.doc TABLE PLM BULK ANALYSIS, PERCENTAGE COMPOSITION BY VOLUME RES Job Number: Client: Client Project Number / P.O.: Client Project Description: Date Samples Received: Analysis Type:ND=None Detected Turnaround:TR=Trace, <1% Visual Estimate Date Analyzed:Trem-Act=Tremolite-Actinolite Client Non Non- Sample Sub Asbestos Fibrous Number Physical Part Fibrous Components Description (%)Mineral Visual Components (%) Estimate (%)(%) Asbestos Content June 11, 2013 174 Gore Creek Dr. #516 Vail,CO PLM, Short Report June 12, 2013 RESERVOIRS ENVIRONMENTAL, INC. NVLAP Lab Code 101896-0 TDH Licensed Laboratory # 30-0136 ID Number L A Y E R Lab 24 Hour RES 261736-1 3014.01 Farmer & Associates (CO) S07087 EM 970291 A B C D White paint White texture White texture w/ white paint White/tan drywall 5 5 10 80 Chrysotile ND 3 ND ND 0 0 0 15 100 97 100 85 S07088 EM 970292 A B White paint White/tan drywall 5 95 ND ND 0 15 100 85 TEM Analysis recommended for organically bound material (i.e. floor tile) if PLM results are <1%. Analyzed by:Data QA: P: 303-964-1986 F: 303-477-4275 5801 Logan Street, Suite 100 Denver, CO 80216 Page 4 of 4 1-866-RESI-ENV www.reilab.com 174 Gore Creek Drive, Unit 516, Vail, Colorado June 13, 2013 Page 5 Austin ● Baton Rouge ● Carrollton ● Denver ● Mesquite ● Richland Hills ● Tyler APPENDIX II LICENSES & ACCREDITATION