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Asbestos & Lead Based Paint Assessment

City of Anderson 1409 Watson Street

Anderson, South Carolina 29624

Prepared for: City of Anderson

Community Development Department 601 South Main Street

Anderson, South Carolina 29624

Prepared by: Apex Environmental Management, Inc.

7 Winchester Court Mauldin, South Carolina 29662

Project Number: 1115-232

December 29, 2015

7 Winchester Court Mauldin, SC 29662 864.404.3210 office 864.404.3213 fax www.apex-ehs.com

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Apex Project Number 1115-232

December 29, 2015 Ms. Erica Craft City of Anderson Community Development Department 601 South Main Street Anderson, South Carolina 29624 Reference: Asbestos and Lead-Based Paint Assessment Services 1409 Watson Street

Anderson, South Carolina 29624 Dear Ms. Craft: Apex Environmental Management, Inc. (Apex) is pleased to provide the results of our assessment services for the referenced property in accordance with Apex proposal number 1115-231P dated November 10, 2015. This report and the associated attachments summarize our evaluation of the conditions observed at the project site. The findings presented by Apex are based upon sampling performed in the subject building. There is a chance that undetected ACM may exist in the building between walls or in other areas that would only be exposed during demolition or structural renovations. Should material be discovered that could potentially contain asbestos during the demolition process, additional samples of the material should be collected by a licensed asbestos inspector and submitted to an accredited laboratory for analytical interpretation. Our recommendations are based on the guidelines presented in EPA and/or OSHA regulations. Please note that this document is not a specification for asbestos removal. It does not contain means and methods for abatement. Quantities are estimates and contractors must verify amounts prior to bidding or removal. If you are planning an abatement project, please contact Apex to discuss the requirements. Use of this document without the express written consent of Apex is at the sole risk of the user and or/abatement contractor. The conclusions and/or recommendations contained in this report are based on our understanding of the applicable standards at the time this report was prepared. No warranty, expressed or implied, is made. If you have any questions please feel free to contact us at (864) 404-3210. Respectfully submitted, APEX ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT, INC. Thomas H. Oliver Tedman K. Shultz Director of Operations Project Manager Appendices

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ASBESTOS AND LEAD BASED PAINT ASSESSMENT

CITY OF ANDERSON 1409 WATSON STREET

ANDERSON, SOUTH CAROLINA 29624

APEX PROJECT NO. 1115-232

TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION

I Asbestos & Lead Evaluation Report II Asbestos & LBP Data Tables III Laboratory Analytical Results IV Photographic Log

V SC Asbestos Inspector License

SECTION I

Asbestos & Lead Evaluation Report

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Date:

12/29//2015 Page Number: 1 of 4

Client: City of Anderson Client Contact: Ms. Erica Craft Client Address:

601 South Main Street Anderson, SC 29624

Client Phone Number:

(864) 231-2223

Project:

Asbestos and Lead Evaluation

Property Address:

1409 Watson Street Anderson, SC

Assessor: Ted Shultz Date of

Assessment: 12/10/2015

Company:

Apex Environmental Management 7 Winchester Court Mauldin, SC 29662

Phone Number (864) 404-3210

Purpose of Assessment:

Demolition Age of Structure:

50 ± years

Building Type:

Residential Number of Stories:

1

Foundation: Brick & CMU Block Crawlspace

Approximate Square Footage

1,080 SF

EXTERIOR BUILDING MATERIALS INTERIOR BUILDING MATERIALS Pitched wooden roof with shingles felt. Wooden siding. Wooden doors & windows. Window glazing. No caulk on doors. Chimney mastic assumed positive.

Wooden floors. Multiple types of vinyl floors without mastics. Drywall with joint compound & no tape.

ASBESTOS/LEAD EVALUATION REPORT APEX PROJECT NUMBER: 1115-232

City of Anderson 1409 Watson Street Apex Project No. 1115-232 December 29, 2015

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SCOPE OF THE SURVEY The objectives of the asbestos and lead assessment included the following:

Identification of suspect asbestos-containing material (ACM) and lead based paints (LBP) in readily observable locations. Limited demolition of building finishes was conducted.

Asbestos survey with sample collection by a South Carolina accredited inspector. Suspect ACM analysis by polarized light microscopy (PLM) utilizing CEI Labs (CEI) as

an NVLAP certified laboratory, their accreditation number is 101768-0. Transmission electron microscopy (TEM) analysis of non-friable organically bound

materials suspected to contain asbestos and testing negatively by PLM analysis. Lead inspection by a lead inspector certified by the Environmental Protection Agency

and licensed to conduct LBP surveys in South Carolina. In situ analysis of suspected lead based paints by X-ray fluorescence (XRF). Presenting the results in a report identifying confirmed ACMs and LBPs.

METHODS Asbestos Containing Materials In order to determine if the suspect materials observed during the visual survey contained asbestos, representative bulk samples were collected and placed in sealed packages. Eighteen (18) bulk samples were collected during the survey and submitted to CEI Labs (CEI) in Cary, North Carolina for analysis using the EPA recommended method of Polarized Light Microscopy (PLM) coupled with dispersion staining (Method No. EPA 600/M4-82-020, Dec. 1982). CEI participates in the National Voluntary Laboratory Accreditation Program (NVLAP). Their NVLAP accreditation number is 101768-0 . EPA regulations require that multiple samples of each homogeneous material be collected for laboratory analysis. In accordance with South Carolina Regulation 61-86.1, non-friable organically bound materials that are reported to be non-asbestos containing by PLM analysis must also be analyzed by Transmission Electron Microscopy (TEM). Seven (7) samples were analyzed using TEM. Lead-Based Paint Lead painted surfaces were analyzed in place using X-ray fluorescence. Painted surfaces were selected based on color of topcoat, underlying layers and substrate on which it was painted. RESULTS Asbestos Results The EPA defines an asbestos-containing material as a material containing more than one percent asbestos. Provided below is a general discussion of the asbestos containing materials identified in the residence. A specific PLM and TEM table is located in Appendix II of this report and identifies positive materials and designates approximate quantities.


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Suspect asbestos containing materials that were identified to be asbestos containing include: No asbestos detected in the bulk samples collected. Roof/chimney mastic assumed positive on 1 chimney, 12 LF. Lead Based Paint OSHA does not recognize a threshold level of lead for definition purposes, only the presence or absence of lead. The current OSHA regulations recognize an airborne action level of thirty micrograms per cubic meter (30 µg/m3) during an eight-hour workday and a permissible exposure level of fifty micrograms per cubic meter (50 µg/m3) for employees. Currently, the EPA defines LBP as paint containing in excess of, or equal to, 1.0 mg/cm3. The XRF analytical results and approximate locations of the paint samples collected are included in the Lead Analysis Report in Appendix II. Several surfaces in the building tested positive for lead in excess of the regulatory definition: Exterior Brown Wooden Door Frames & Doors Brown Wooden Window Frames & Windows White Wooden Doors Yellow Wooden Siding Yellow Wooden Soffit Blue Bead Board Porch Ceiling Interior White Wooden Fireplace Mantle RECOMMENDATIONS AND DISCUSSION Asbestos Containing Materials If the above referenced asbestos materials are to be disturbed by renovations or demolition, the asbestos must be removed in accordance with EPA, State of South Carolina and OSHA asbestos regulations. The State of South Carolina, Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) has specific regulations that must be adhered to during asbestos removal/abatement projects. APEX recommends the following: 1. Abate the asbestos containing materials in the structure prior to renovation or demolition. 2. Follow applicable asbestos regulations during renovation or demolition of the structure. You

should be aware that stringent requirements are imposed upon anyone renovating or demolishing a structure in which ACM will be disturbed. This work must be performed in accordance with OSHA asbestos regulations, 29 CFR 1910 & 1926, and NESHAP asbestos


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regulations 40 CFR 61, subpart M. South Carolina regulations require the accreditation of personnel who work in the asbestos field and notification and permitting fees for asbestos removal projects. There is a 10 working day notification period required prior to abatement of asbestos in a facility. Failure to take proper precautions and actions to protect human health and the environment can result in penalties, danger to personnel, and construction delays.

Lead-Based Paint Currently the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (SCDHEC) define LBP as paint containing greater than 1.0 milligrams per square centimeter (mg/cm2) lead or in excess of, or equal to, 0.5 percent lead. Building materials identified as being painted with LBP should be segregated from the other building materials and recycled or disposed of in a municipal lined landfill. The removed wastes would need to be containerized and further tested by Toxic Characteristic Leaching procedures (TCLP) to determine if the waste is classified as hazardous. The remaining building materials that are not painted with LBP may be disposed of in a construction and demolition landfill. However, the landfills should be contacted to determine their specific disposal requirements. Occupational Safety and Health Administration Lead Regulations apply to actions initiated on lead containing materials. This regulation applies to lead concentrations greater than the analytical limit of detection. This regulation sets exposure levels on airborne lead and does not reference the percent lead in paint. Therefore, initial personal air monitoring should be conducted on workers performing work on surfaces which have a lead concentration of 0.1 mg/ cm2 or above to satisfy the OSHA requirements. If a baseline exposure lower than the OSHA Action Level of 30 micrograms per cubic meter (g/m3) is established, personal air monitoring may be terminated. The full OSHA lead standard should be referenced for compliance. A copy of this report must be submitted to SCDHEC at least ten (10) working days prior to demolition when applying for a demolition permit.

SECTION II

Asbestos & LBP Data Tables

Project Name: COA 1409 Watson Street Sampled By: Tedman Shultz

Project Location: Anderson SC Project Manager: Rebecca Shultz

Project Number: 1115-232 Date: 12/10/2015

1

2

3 TEM - NAD

4

5

6 TEM - NAD

7

8

9 TEM - NAD

10

11

12

13

14

15 TEM - NAD

16

17

18 TEM - NAD

Assumed Roof/Chimney Roof/Chimney Mastic Assumed Positive Non-Friable Good 12 LF

NAD = No Asbestos Detected LF = Linear Feet EA = Each

Bold = Positive For Asbestos SF = Square Feet

ASBESTOS SURVEY PLM & TEM FIELD DATA SHEET

QuantityAnalytical ResultsFriable/Non

FriableLocationSample No. ConditionSample Description

Roof

Living room closet

Kitchen

Living room fireplace

Bathroom

Windows

Roof shingles (2 layers) & felt paper

Green fiber flooring with no mastic

Black speckled flooring with no mastic

Drywall with joint compound & no tape

Black & white flooring with no mastic

Window glazing

PLM - NAD

PLM - NAD

PLM - NAD

PLM - NAD

PLM - NAD

Non-Friable

Friable

Friable

Friable

Non-Friable

Good 1,500 SF

Damaged 8 SF

Damaged 100 SF

10 SF

Damaged 50 SF

Damaged 8 EA

PLM - NAD

Friable

Damaged

Project Name: COA 1409 Watson Street Sampled By: Tom Oliver

Project Location: Anderson, SC Project Manager: Rebecca Shultz

Project Number: 1115-232 Date: 12/18/2015

67 Exterior Door frame Brown Wood 5.0068 Exterior Door Brown Wood 4.0269 Exterior Window frame Brown Wood 5.0070 Exterior Window Brown Wood 4.0471 Exterior Door White Wood 5.0072 Exterior Siding Yellow Wood 3.2073 Exterior Porch ceiling Yellow Wood 0.1674 Exterior Soffit Yellow Wood 5.0075 Exterior Porch roof Blue Bead board 4.7676 Living room Door White Wood 0.6877 Living room Door frame White Wood 0.5278 Living room Wall Gray Wood 0.2479 Living room Wall Gray Bead board 0.5080 Living room Base board White Wood 0.1181 Living room Window frame White Wood 0.4982 Living room Window White Wood 0.0183 Right front bedroom Mantle White Wood 1.0184 Right front bedroom Wall Tan Bead board 0.3585 Back right bedroom Ceiling Tan Bead board 0.1586 Kitchen Wall Brown Wall panel 0.0687 Kitchen Sink base White Wood 0.0088 Bathroom Wall White Wood 0.0389 Bathroom Ceiling White Wood 0.09

Bold = Positive for LBP in excess of 1.0 mg/cm2

FIELD DATA SHEETLBP ANALYSIS

Sample No. Sample Location Component Color SubstrateAnalytical Result

(mg/m3)

SECTION III

Laboratory Analytical Results

December 17, 2015

Apex Environmental Management7 Winchester CourtMauldin, SC 29662

CLIENT PROJECT: COA - 1409 Watson St.; 1215-232CEI LAB CODE: B15-8399

Dear Customer:

Enclosed are asbestos analysis results for PLM Bulk samples received at our laboratory onDecember 14, 2015. The samples were analyzed for asbestos using polarizing lightmicroscopy (PLM) per the EPA 600 Method.

Sample results containing >1% asbestos are considered asbestos-containing materials(ACMs) per EPA regulatory requirements. The detection limit for the EPA 600 Method is <1%asbestos by weight as determined by visual estimation.

Thank you for your business and we look forward to continuing good relations. If you have anyquestions, please feel free to call our office at 919-481-1413.

107 New Edition Court • Cary, NC 27511 • 919.481.1413

Tianbao Bai, Ph.D., CIHLaboratory Director

Kind Regards,

ASBESTOS ANALYTICAL REPORTBy: Polarized Light Microscopy

Prepared for

Apex Environmental Management

TEL: 866-481-1412www.ceilabs.com

CLIENT PROJECT:

CEI LAB CODE:

TEST METHOD: EPA 600 / R93 / 116 and EPA 600 / M4-82 / 020

REPORT DATE:

TOTAL SAMPLES ANALYZED:

# SAMPLES >1% ASBESTOS:

COA - 1409 Watson St.; 1215-232

B15-8399

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12/17/15

Asbestos Report SummaryBy: POLARIZING LIGHT MICROSCOPY

PROJECT: COA - 1409 Watson St.; 1215-232 CEI LAB CODE: B15-8399

Client ID Lab ID Color Sample DescriptionASBESTOS

%Layer

METHOD: EPA 600 / R93 / 116 and EPA 600 / M4-82 / 020

Layer 1 B111580 Brown,Black Roof Shingle None Detected1

Layer 2 B111580 Black Roof Shingle None Detected

Layer 3 B111580 Black Roof Felt None Detected

Layer 1 B111581 Brown,Black Roof Shingle None Detected2

Layer 2 B111581 Black Roof Shingle None Detected

Layer 3 B111581 Black Roof Felt None Detected

B111582 Sample Submitted for TEMAnalysis

3

B111583 Green,Black Flooring None Detected4

B111584 Green,Black Flooring None Detected5


6

B111586 Black,Speckled Flooring None Detected7

B111587 Black,Speckled Flooring None Detected8


9

Layer 1 B111589 White Joint Compound None Detected10

Layer 2 B111589 Gray Drywall None Detected





B111592 Beige,Gray Flooring None Detected13

B111593 Beige,Gray Flooring None Detected14


15

B111595 Beige,Tan Window Glazing None Detected16

B111596 Beige,Tan Window Glazing None Detected17


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ASBESTOS BULK ANALYSISBy: POLARIZING LIGHT MICROSCOPY

CEI Lab Code: B15-8399Date Received: 12-14-15Date Analyzed: 12-16-15Date Reported: 12-17-15

Client IDLab ID

LabAttributes

LabDescription

ASBESTOS%

ASBESTOS BULK PLM, EPA 600 METHODNON-ASBESTOS COMPONENTS

Non-Fibrous

Client: Apex Environmental Management7 Winchester CourtMauldin, SC 29662

Project: COA - 1409 Watson St.; 1215-232

Fibrous

Brown,Black1

B111580

25%Heterogeneous

FibrousBound

40%35%

Fiberglass TarSilicates

None DetectedLayer 1

Roof Shingle

BlackRoof Shingle

B11158025%Heterogeneous

FibrousBound

40%35%



BlackRoof Felt


FibrousBound

20%Cellulose Tar None DetectedLayer 3

Brown,Black2

B111581

25%Heterogeneous

FibrousBound

40%35%



Roof Shingle

BlackRoof Shingle


FibrousBound

40%35%



BlackRoof Felt


FibrousBound

20%Cellulose Tar None DetectedLayer 3

Sample Submitted forTEM Analysis

3B111582

Green,BlackFlooring4


FibrousBound

35%30%

Cellulose VinylTar

None Detected

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Client IDLab ID

LabAttributes

LabDescription

ASBESTOS%


Non-Fibrous



Fibrous

Green,BlackFlooring5


FibrousBound

35%30%

Cellulose VinylTar

None Detected


6B111585

Black,SpeckledFlooring7

B11158620%5%

Heterogeneous

FibrousBound

50%25%

CelluloseFiberglass

VinylBinder

None Detected

Black,SpeckledFlooring8

B11158720%5%

Heterogeneous

FibrousBound

50%25%

CelluloseFiberglass

VinylBinder

None Detected


9B111588

White10

B111589

10%Homogeneous

Non-fibrousBound

85%5%

Talc Calc CarbSilicates


Joint Compound

GrayDrywall

B11158910%Homogeneous

FibrousBound

85%5%

Cellulose GypsumSilicates


White11

B111590

10%Homogeneous

Non-fibrousBound

85%5%



Joint Compound

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Client IDLab ID

LabAttributes

LabDescription

ASBESTOS%


Non-Fibrous



Fibrous

GrayDrywall


FibrousBound

85%5%



White12

B111591

10%Homogeneous

Non-fibrousBound

85%5%



Joint Compound

GrayDrywall


FibrousBound

85%5%



Beige,GrayFlooring13

B11159220%5%

Heterogeneous

FibrousBound

50%25%

CelluloseFiberglass

VinylBinder

None Detected

Beige,GrayFlooring14

B11159320%5%

Heterogeneous

FibrousBound

50%25%

CelluloseFiberglass

VinylBinder

None Detected


15B111594

Beige,TanWindow Glazing16

B111595Heterogeneous

Non-fibrousBound

85%10%5%

BinderCalc CarbPaint

None Detected

Beige,TanWindow Glazing17

B111596Heterogeneous

Non-fibrousBound

85%10%5%

BinderCalc CarbPaint

None Detected

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Client IDLab ID

LabAttributes

LabDescription

ASBESTOS%


Non-Fibrous



Fibrous


18B111597

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LEGEND: Non-Anth = Non-Asbestiform AnthophylliteNon-Trem = Non-Asbestiform TremoliteCalc Carb = Calcium Carbonate

METHOD: EPA 600 / R93 / 116 and EPA 600 / M4-82 / 020

LIMIT OF DETECTION: <1% by visual estimation

REGULATORY LIMIT: >1% by weight

Due to the limitations of the EPA 600 method, nonfriable organically bound materials (NOBs) such asvinyl floor tiles can be difficult to analyze via polarized light microscopy (PLM). EPA recommends thatall NOBs analyzed by PLM, and found not to contain asbestos, be further analyzed by TransmissionElectron Microscopy (TEM). Please note that PLM analysis of dust and soil samples for asbestos is notcovered under NVLAP accreditation.

This report relates only to the samples tested or analyzed and may not be reproduced, except in full,without written approval by CEI Labs, Inc. CEI Labs makes no warranty representation regarding theaccuracy of client submitted information in preparing and presenting analytical results. Interpretation ofthe analytical results is the sole responsibility of the client. This report may not be used by the client toclaim product endorsement by NVLAP or any other agency of the U.S. Government.

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ANALYST: APPROVED BY:Tianbao Bai, Ph.D., CIHLaboratory Director

Taylor B. Metcalf

December 21, 2015

Apex Environmental Management7 Winchester CourtMauldin, SC 29662

CLIENT PROJECT: COA 1409 Watson St.; 1215-232CEI LAB CODE: T15-2003

Dear Customer:

Enclosed are asbestos analysis results for TEM bulk samples received at our laboratory onDecember 16, 2015. The samples were analyzed for asbestos using transmission electronmicroscopy (TEM) per Chatfield Method.

Sample results containing > 1% asbestos are considered asbestos-containing materials(ACMs) per the EPA regulatory requirements. The detection limit for the TEM Chatfieldmethod is <1% depending on the processed weight and constituents of the sample.

Thank you for your business and we look forward to continuing good relations. If you have anyquestions, please feel free to call our office at 919-481-1413.

107 New Edition Court • Cary, NC 27511 • 919.481.1413

Tianbao Bai, Ph.D., CIHLaboratory Director

Kind Regards,

ASBESTOS ANALYTICAL REPORTBy: Transmission Electron Microscopy

Prepared for

Apex Environmental Management

TEL: 866-481-1412www.ceilabs.com

CLIENT PROJECT:

CEI LAB CODE:

TEST METHOD: Bulk ChatfieldEPA 600 / R93 / 116

REPORT DATE:

COA 1409 Watson St.; 1215-232

T15-2003

12/21/15

ASBESTOS BULK ANALYSISBy: TRANSMISSION ELECTRON MICROSCOPY

CEI Lab Code: T15-2003Date Received: 12-16-15Date Analyzed: 12-18-15Date Reported: 12-21-15

Client IDLab ID

MaterialDescription

TEM BULK CHATFIELD / EPA 600 / R93 / 116


Project: COA 1409 Watson St.; 1215-232

SampleWeight

(g)

OrganicMaterial

%

Acid SolubleMaterial

%

Acid InsolubleMaterial

%Asbestos

%

T452283 Brown, Black Roof Shingle 0.354 25.7 45.5 28.8 None

Detected

T452293 Black Shingle 0.292 22.9 42.1 35 None

Detected

T452303 Black Felt 0.126 92.1 6.3 1.6 None

Detected

T452316 Green, Black Flooring 0.234 73.5 26.1 .4 None

Detected

T452329 Black, Speckled Flooring 0.431 42 57.8 .2 None

Detected

T4523315 Beige, Gray Flooring 0.303 58.7 19.5 21.8 None

Detected

T4523418 Beige, Tan Flooring 0.236 9.7 87.7 2.6 None

Detected

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LEGEND: None

METHOD: CHATFIELD & EPA/600/R-93/116

LIMIT OF DETECTION: Varies with the weight and constituents of the sample (<1%)

REGULATORY LIMIT: >1% by weight

This report relates only to the samples tested or analyzed and may not be reproduced, except in full,without written approval by CEI Labs, Inc. CEI Labs makes no warranty representation regarding theaccuracy of client submitted information in preparing and presenting analytical results. Interpretation ofthe analytical results is the sole responsibility of the client.

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ANALYST: APPROVED BY:Tianbao Bai, Ph.D., CIHLaboratory Director

Daniel Liguori

SECTION IV

Photographic Log

Apex Asbestos Assessment 1409 Watson Street Anderson, South Carolina

Kitchen flooring

Ceiling texture

Living room closet flooring

Apex Asbestos Assessment 1409 Watson Street Anderson, South Carolina

Bathroom vinyl flooring

Chimneys with tar

SECTION V

SC Asbestos Inspector License

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