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Home My WebLink AboutAsbestos Report 7BESTOS CONSULTANTS, IA The Woodlands, Texas November 10,2006 ACI Project No. 2006-122 New Plan Excel Realty Trust, Inc. 3901 Bellaire Blvd. Houston, Texas 77025 Attention: Mr. Robert Scott RESULTS OF ASBESTOS SURVEY OCCUPIED FREE-STANDING BUILDING LOCATED AT 1719 S. TEXAS AVENUE CULPEPPER PLAZA SHOPPING CENTER COLLEGE STATION, TEXAS 77840 Introduction This report presents the results of the asbestos survey performed for the occupied (Burger King) 3,362 square foot free-standing building (CAD space #36) located at 1719 S. Texas Avenue, in Culpepper Plaza Shopping Center, in College Station, Texas. This survey was authorized by Mr. Scott with New Plan on November 6, 2006, and performed in general accordance with our confirmed scope of services. Purpose and Scope. The purpose of this survey was to determine if asbestos is present in the existing building materials within the free-standing building located at 1719 S. Texas Avenue in College Station, Texas. The scope of services included performance of the following tasks: • Collect and analyze representative samples of suspect asbestos-containing materials, and • Prepare a report discussing results from laboratory testing and presenting recommendations/conclusions. Report Organization. This report is divided into sections that discuss the field investigation, laboratory analyses and results. Supporting documentation follows the text. Field Survey The asbestos survey was conducted on November 8, 2006, by Ms. Shawna McIntyre, TDSHS licensed Asbestos Inspector (No. 602648) with Asbestos Consultants, Inc. (TDH Asbestos Consultant Agency License #10-0120), and included representative sampling of suspect asbestos containing building materials within the free-standing building. Asbestos Consultants, Inc. looked for suspect ACBM in accordance with the Asbestos School Hazard Abatement Reauthorization Act(ASHARA)of 1990. Observations Red/tan, nonfriable 9-in. x 9-in. tile with yellow mastic (—2,000 square feet)was observed throughout the kitchen and associated areas. The perimeter and interior built-up walls within the building are constructed of nonfriable gypsum board (Sheetrock) with friable dry wall joint compound and textured paint (and/or green wallpaper). White, nonfriable 5-in. x 5-in. ceramic tile is present on the Sheetrock walls within the kitchen and associated areas. A tile ceiling with gray, friable,24-in. x 48-in. ceiling tiles with white paint is common to the kitchen and back storage areas. A tile ceiling with gray, friable, 24-in. x 24-in. ceiling tiles with white paint is common throughout the main dining areas and rest rooms. The grid for the ceilings is suspended beneath the wood roof deck. Fiberglass-insulated HVAC flex duct with a silver foil cover was observed above the suspended tile ceilings. P.O.Box 131114 The Woodlands,Texas 77393-1114 Tel.No.: (832)813-0660 Fax.No.:(832)813-0661 , Mr.Robert Scott November 10, 2006 New Plan Excel Realty Trust,Inc. Project 2006-122 Sampling. Suspect asbestos-containing building materials (ACM) are classified as surfacing, thermal or miscellaneous materials. Sampling during the field investigation was conducted in accordance with the Texas Asbestos Health Protection Rules, and included the collection of twelve bulk samples of suspect miscellaneous materials. The samples were subsequently submitted to Envirotest, Inc., a TDSHS licensed asbestos laboratory (TDSHS license 03-0005), for analysis. Table 1 presents details of the bulk sample type and location. In general, three representative samples of each suspect building material were taken from random locations throughout the free-standing building. For this survey,the following suspect building materials were sampled: • Nonfriable 9-in. x 9-in. floor tile with yellow mastic,no damage, • Friable 24-in. x 24-in. ceiling tiles with white paint common to the main dining room, no damage, • Friable 24-in. x 48-in. ceiling tiles with white paint common to the kitchen, break room, and associated storeroom areas,no damage, and • Nonfriable wallboard (gypsum/Sheetrock) with dry wall joint compound and textured paint(and/or green wallpaper), no damage. Friable ACBM is a material that,when dry, can be crumbled,pulverized, or reduced to powder by hand pressure. Nonfriable ACBM can be pulverized or reduced to powder only during machining, cutting, drilling, or other abrasive procedures. Friable ACBM is more likely than nonfriable ACBM to release asbestos fibers when disturbed. All samples were collected in a manner that reduced the potential for fiber release and exposure, using amended water and personal protective equipment where necessary. After recovery, samples were placed in secure containers for transport to Envirotest, Inc. Appropriate chains of custody protocols were initiated at this time. Sampling of glass and/or nonfriable brick were not included as part of this survey.. Laboratory Analyses Bulk samples were analyzed by a trained analyst(s) using Polarized Light Microscopy (PLM) according to the US EPA Interim Method for the Determination of Asbestos. This technique characterizes the material's refractive indices, fiber morphology, birefringence, extinction angle, and sign of elongation, and dispersion staining colors to detect asbestos. Percentage compositions are based on approximate area compositions (by visual area estimation) under a stereomicroscope. A material is considered an asbestos-containing material (ACM) if it contains greater than one- percent asbestos as analyzed by calibrated visual area estimation (PLM). The results of the bulk sample analyses are given in Table I. Laboratory analyses results show no asbestos being detected in the suspect building materials sampled within the free- standing building. Original laboratory bulk sample test results are presented in Appendix I. Conclusions Based on results of the laboratory analysis, no asbestos is present in the suspect building materials sampled within the free-standing building located at 1719 S. Texas Avenue, in Culpepper Plaza Shopping Center, in College Station,Texas. Page 2 Mr.Robert Scott November 10,2006 New Plan Excel Realty Trust,Inc. Project 2006-122 Limitations This report presents the results of the asbestos survey performed for the occupied free-standing building located at 1719 S. Texas Avenue in College Station, Texas. This report describes only conditions present at the time of my survey in the areas surveyed. The reported observations and conclusions are limited only by the reported assumptions and limiting conditions and represent our unbiased and professional analysis, opinions, and conclusions. Asbestos Consultants, Inc. should be contacted if building materials (including surfacing textures, flooring, etc.) different than those observed and/or encountered during this survey are uncovered during demolition/renovation of the building. Destructive sampling procedures(drilling through the roof,walls, floors, and ceilings)were not used or authorized. This work was conducted using standard principles and practices, and the scope of this report is limited to the matters expressively covered. Asbestos Consultants, Inc. makes no warranties, expressed or implied, including without limitation, warranties as to the marketability of the site or fitness for a particular use. Information in this report is not to be construed as legal advice. Information presented in this report from third parties (i.e.- TDSHS-licensed asbestos laboratories (Envirotest, Inc.)) was obtained from sources deemed to be reliable. Asbestos Consultants, Inc. does not represent or warrant the accuracy of this information. Warranties and liabilities as to the service performed are limited to the cost of the survey. This report and the findings contained herein shall not, in whole or in part, be dispersed or disclosed to any other party without prior written consent from Asbestos Consultants,Inc. and/or representatives with New Plan Excel Realty Trust, Inc. Closing The following table and appendix are attached and complete this report: Table 1 Bulk Sample Summary Appendix I Original Laboratory Test Results I appreciate the opportunity to provide these services to New Plan. Please call me at(713) 252-5360 if you have any questions or require any additional information. I'll contact you later this week to discuss the results and answer any questions that you may have. Very Truly Yours, ASBESTOS CONSULTANTS, INC. CPC*rlfc Patrick D. McIntyre, P.E. Licensed Asbestos Consultant(TDH License# 10-5331) C:AReports\2006-122-CulpepperPlaza-1719-svy.doc Page 3 TABLE 1 TABLE 1 - BULK SAMPLE SUMMARY SAMPLE NO. DESCRIPTION ASBESTOS CONTENT HM-01 Red/tan,nonfriable 9-in. x 9-in. floor tile with yellow mastic No Asbestos Detected common to the kitchen and associated areas. No damage. (2,000 s.f.). Sample from front corner of kitchen. HM-02 Red/tan,nonfriable 9-in.x 9-in. floor tile with yellow mastic No Asbestos Detected common to the kitchen and associated areas. No damage. (2,000 s.f.). Sample from back corner of kitchen. HM-03 Red/tan, nonfriable 9-in. x 9-in. floor tile with yellow mastic No Asbestos Detected common to the kitchen and associated areas. No damage. (-2,000 s.f.). Sample from corner of serving area. HM-04 Gray/tan,friable,fibrous 24"x 48"ceiling tile with white No Asbestos Detected paint exterior on grid suspended beneath wood roof deck. No damage. Common to the kitchen, break room, and storeroom areas. Sample from center of kitchen. HM-05 Gray/tan, friable,fibrous 24"x 48"ceiling tile with white No Asbestos Detected paint exterior on grid suspended beneath wood roof deck. No damage. Common to the kitchen,break room, and storeroom areas. Sample from center of break room. HM-06 Gray/tan, friable, fibrous 24"x 48" ceiling tile with white No Asbestos Detected paint exterior on grid suspended beneath wood roof deck. No damage. Common to the kitchen, break room, and storeroom areas. Sample from center of storeroom. HM-07 Gray/tan, friable, fibrous 24"x 24"ceiling tile with white No Asbestos Detected paint exterior on grid suspended beneath wood roof deck. No damage. Common to the main dining area. Sample from front of main dining area. HM-08 Gray/tan, friable, fibrous 24"x 24"ceiling tile with white No Asbestos Detected paint exterior on grid suspended beneath wood roof deck. No damage. Common to the main dining area. Sample from center of main dining area. HM-09 Gray/tan,friable, fibrous 24"x 24"ceiling tile with white No Asbestos Detected paint exterior on grid suspended beneath wood roof deck. No damage. Common to the main dining area. Sample from back of main dining area. TABLE 1 - BULK SAMPLE SUMMARY SAMPLE NO. DESCRIPTION ASBESTOS CONTENT HM-10 White nonfriable wallboard with friable dry wall joint No Asbestos Detected compound and paint beneath green and tan wall paper. Common to interior walls. No damage. Sample from corner of wall in main retail area. HM-11 White nonfriable wallboard with friable dry wall joint No Asbestos Detected compound and paint beneath green and tan wall paper. Common to interior walls. No damage. Sample from corner of wall in hallway leading to rest rooms. HM-12 White nonfriable wallboard with friable dry wall joint No Asbestos Detected compound and paint beneath green and tan wall paper. Common to interior walls. No damage. Sample from corner of wall in main retail area. NOTES: (1) Samples analyzed by Envirotest Inc.'s Laboratory(TDH License#30-0005,NVLAP# 101595), a successful participant in the NVLAP Laboratory Accreditation program. APPENDIX I ORIGINAL LABORATORY TEST REPORTS Envirotest, Ltd. Polarized Light Microscopy Report - Job #106543 Analytical Method: EPA 600/ R-93/ 116 Analyst Name: Porch, Wanda Analyst's Initials: 0 Client Name: Asbestos Consultants, Inc. Client Reference: 06-122 Envirotest Reference: W06-990 Client Sample# Layer#: Layer Description Asbestos Asbestos Type-% Non-asbestos Fiber Type-% (Lab Sample#) Present and/or Matrix Material - 06-122 HM-1 1: Yellow Mastic No Cellulose-02% (106543-1) 2: Grey Granular Material No Cellulose-05% 3: White Powder No Cellulose-02% 06-122 HM-2 1: White Powder No Cellulose-02% (106543-2) 2: Yellow Mastic No Cellulose-02% 3: White/Tan Powder No Cellulose-02% 06-122 HM-3 1:White Powder No Cellulose-02% (106543-3) 2: Black Granular Material No Cellulose-02% 3:Tan Powder No Cellulose-02% 4: Red Material No Cellulose-02% 06-122 HM-4 1: Drywall Material No Cellulose- 30% (106543-4) Fiberglass-05% 2: White Plastic No Cellulose-02% 06-122 HM-5 1: Drywall Material No Cellulose- 15% (106543-5) Fiberglass-05% 06-122 HM-6 1: Drywall Material No Cellulose-20% (106543-6) Fiberglass-20% Mineral/Glass Wool- 15% 06-122 HM-7 1: Grey Paint/Grey Fibrous Material No Cellulose-30% (106543-7) Fiberglass-20% 06-122 HM-8 1: Grey Paint/Grey Fibrous Material No Cellulose-20% (106543-8) Fiberglass-30% Mineral/Glass Wool-20% 06-122 HM-9 1: Grey Paint/Grey Fibrous Material No Fiberglass-30% (106543-9) Cellulose-30% Mineral/Glass Wool- 15% Envirotest, Ltd. Polarized Light Microscopy Report - Job #106543 Analytical Method: EPA 600/ R-93/ 116 Analyst Name: Porch, Wanda Analyst's Initials: 14/P0 Client Name: Asbestos Consultants, Inc. Client Reference: 06-122 Envirotest Reference: W06-990 Client Sample# Layer#: Layer Description Asbestos Asbestos Type -% Non-asbestos Fiber Type-% (Lab Sample#) Present and/or Matrix Material - 06-122 HM-10 1: White Powder No Cellulose-05% (106543-10) 2: Drywall Material No Cellulose- 10% Fiberglass- 10% 06-122 HM-11 1: White Powder No Cellulose-05% (106543-11) 2: White Mastic No Cellulose-02% 3: Drywall Material No Cellulose- 15% 06-122 HM-12 1: Drywall Material No Cellulose- 15% (106543-12) Asbestos content percentages are reported by area percent estimation. < = less than, > = greater than. Conversion of area percent to dry weight is not feasible unless the specific gravities and relative volumes of the different matrix materials are known. Accuracy and precision of the analysis is dependent upon the following items: quantity of sample analyzed, homogeneity of the sample, nature of matrix interference, sample preparation techniques, fiber size, material type, and the percent of asbestos involved. Inhomogeneous samples are separated into sub-samples and each layer is analyzed and reported separately, where applicable. Job notes/analytical problems/ method departures: none Reviewed By: � ��1��