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CITY OF SOUTH MIAMI
OFFICE OF THE CITY MANAGER
INTER-OFFICE MEMORANDUM
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The Honorable Mayor & Members of th~.py Commission
Hector Mirabile, PhD, City Manager 11 J I
November 30, 20 II Agenda Item No.:~
A Resolution relating to budget; authorizing a transfer of $700.00
from account No. 001.1320.513.5210, Central Services Supplies,
settlements to account No. 001.1320.513.3450, Central Services
Contractual Services.
It is requested the budget for Central Services Contractual Services be
increased by $700.00 from account #001.1320.513.3450. It is essential to
provide sufficient funds for the Central Services Contractual Services
account for the Fungal Assessment Report of the Central Services and Sylva
Martin Building.
The assessment, performed by HEI Systems, was required to confirm the
presence of fungal growth, (mold and yeast) due to prior water intrusion
into the buildings and, determine if there is any potential health hazard from
fungal exposure. The assessment concluded the building may be considered
in a state of limited risk that is associated with elevated fungal exposure
which is delineated by both the quantity of microorganisms or the fungal
species present is assessing the risk to humans in the same environment.
The final report supplied by HEI Systems will be used as the basis for a
planned Request for Proposal for remediation and restoration work as a
result of fungal growth due to water intrusion in the Central Services and
Sylva Martin Building.
Transfer Amount: $700.00
Transfer From:
Transfer To:
Support:
001-1320-513-5210 Central Services Supplies; with a current balance of
$14,486.65
001-1320-513-3450, Central Services Contractual Services; with a current
balance of $0
• Resolution
• Finance Sheets, Account Balance Inquiry
• HEllnvoice
• HEI Systems, Report of Findings
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A Resolution relating to budget; authorizing a transfer of $700.00 from
account No. 001-1320-513-5210 Central Services Supplies Account to
account No. 001-1320-513-3450 Central Services Contractual Services
6 Account.
7 Whereas, it is requested that the budget for Central Service Contractual Services be
8 increased by $700.00 from account No.001-1320-513-5210; and
9 Whereas, it is essential to provide sufficient funds for a Fungal Assessment and
10 Report conducted at the Central Services and Sylva Martin Building; and,
11 Whereas, the assessment was required to confirm the presence of fungal
12 growth, (mold and yeast) due to prior water intrusion into the buildings; and
13 Whereas, the Fungal Assessment Report will be utilized as the basis for a future
14 solicitation for the completion of remediation work at both City buildings; and
15 Whereas, the Mayor and City Commission desire to transfer sufficient funds
16 from account No. 001-1320-513-5210, Central Services Supplies, with a current balance
17 of $14,486.65 to account No. 001-1320-513-3450, Central Services Contractual Services,
18 with a current balance of $0.
19 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND CITY COMMISSION OF THE
20 CITY OF SOUTH MIAMI, FLORIDA:
21 Section 1: The Mayor and City Commission approve the transfer of $700.00_from
22 account No. 001-1320-513-5210, Central Services Supplies with a current balance of
23 $14,486.65 to account No. 001-1320-513-3450 Central Services Contractual Services
24 with a current balance of $0.
25 Section 2: The Fungal Assessment Report will be utilized as the basis for a future
26 solicitation for the completion of remediation and restoration work at the Central
27 Services and Sylva Martin Building.
28 Section 3. This resolution shall become effective immediately upon adoption by vote
29 of the City Commission.
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ATTEST: APPROVED:
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LANGUAGE, LEGALITY AND
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HEI Systems
Touching Lives Through the Power of Know/edge
1690 N.E. 191st Street, Suite 308
North Miami Beach, Florida 33179-4191
Phone 786.512.1450 Fax 305.945.0755
Bill To: For:
INVOICE
DATE:
November 13, 2011
INVOICE #
11-11-0803-M
City of South Miami
6130 Sunset Drive
Fungi Assessment, Sampling, and Report of Findings
South Miami, Florida 33143
ATT: Mr. Steven P. Kulick, Central Services
DESCRIPTION
Fungi Assessment, Sampling, and Report of Findings
Five Aerosol Samples with Laboratory Results @ $90.00 each
TOTAL $
Make all checks payable to HEI Systems
If you have any questions concerning this invoice, Richard H. McMonagle, Ph. D., CIE
THANK YOU FOR YOUR BUSINESS!
AMOUNT
$250.00
$450.00
700.00
HEI Systems
1690 N.E. 191 5t Street, Suite 308
North Miami Beach, Florida 33179-4191
786-512-1450 Phone. 305-945-0755 Fax
Report of Findings
Assessment for Fungi at a Municipal Building
6130 Sunset Drive
South Miami, Florida 33143
File Number: 1l-1l-0803-M
Prepared For:
The City of South Miami
Attention:
Mr. Steven P. Kulick, Central Services
Ric hard H Me M 0 nag Ie 1, __ Digitally ~igned by Richard H. McMonagle, Ph. D., ClE
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Ph D C I E i'Sy~!~:ms, ou, email=mc2@bellsouth.net. c=us . .,-f Date:2011.11.1314:20:53-05'00'
Richard H. McMonagle, Ph. D., CIE
HEI Systems
Florida License # MRSA186
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Section I Introduction ................................................................... 2
Section II Discussion .............................................................. 3
Section III Summary and Conclusions ............................................ 9
Section IV Basis of Report ...................................................... 10
Section V Appendices ............................................................ 14
A. Photographs .......................................................... 15
B. Sample Information Log (Chain of Custody) and
Laboratory Results ................................................... 24
Section VI Recommendations ................................................... 25
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Section I
Introduction
On November 4, 2011, HEI Systems was retained to conduct an assessment
related to water damage and potential subsequent fungal (mold and yeast) growth and
sampling of a Municipal Building, located at 6130 Sunset Drive, South Miami, Florida
33143. The stated purpose of the assessment was to identify and determine the location
and extent of fungal growth within the interior of the Municipal Building, due to prior
water intrusions into the Central Services Building. An additional concern was expressed
for any potential to human health resulting from fungal exposure, should any be present.
On Tuesday, November 8, 2011, HEI Systems performed a walk-through visual
assessment for any visual evidence of fungal growth on the indoor surfaces of the
building. Present during the November 8, 2011 assessment was Richard H. McMonagle,
Ph. D., CrE, from HEI Systems, and Mr. Steven Kulick and other employees, who
granted access to the Municipal Building.
On Tuesday, November 8, 2011, indoor environmental sampling and comparison
outdoor background sampling was conducted at this Municipal Building. The collected
samples were submitted to a fully accredited microbiology laboratory (AEML, Inc.) for
microbiological (fungi) identification and quantification. Richard H. McMonagle, Ph. D.,
CrE, evaluated the sampling laboratory results received from AEML, Inc.
This report is prepared for the use of The City of South Miami, and is not
intended for any other purpose. The report is prepared in accordance with recognized
procedures and appropriate scientific methods applicable and used by professionals in
this field. This report is based upon the information available to HEI Systems at this
time, as described in Section IV, Basis of Report. Should additional information
become available, HEI Systems reserves the right to determine the impact, if any, of the
new information oli our opinions and conclusions, and to revise our opinions and
conclusions, if necessary, as warranted by the discovery of additional information.
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Section II
Discussion
• This Municipal Building had reported prior water intrusion on several occasions.
• There is a strong Microbial Volatile Organic Compound (m VOC) odor in the
Central Services Building.
• The windows and rear door had been open for fresh air ventilation, presenting a
limitation on the actual condition of airborne fungal spores captured in the
sample.
• There is a visible exterior grading issue that should be further assessed by a
licensed Professional Engineer. It appears that this grading issue facilitates the
water intrusion into the building and should be corrected prior to interior
restoration.
• There is visible water damage and water stains along the wall bottoms in the
Central Services Building. There is continued elevated moisture beneath the tile
floor covering in the front fingerprint area of this building. There are openings at
the edge of the tile floor covering and the adjoining wall that allows water
intrusion beneath the tile floor covering. The tile floor covering should be
removed under containment and disposed of. The slab should be abrasively
cleaned to remove any remaining mastic and then re-sealed prior to the
installation of any new floor covering.
• There is elevated moisture beneath the green tile floor covering in the Middle
Room with the copy equipment. The elevated moisture ceases and is not present
beneath the floor covering in the back office that is elevated by a step up. There
is a distinct possibility that the green tile and mastic used beneath it contain
asbestos. As such, this tile should be removed under the proper containment
under negative air pressure, with appropriate HEPA filtration in place within the
containment and disposed of in a legal manner pursuant to the statutes regulating
asbestos. The slab should be abrasively cleaned to remove any remaining mastic
and then re-sealed prior to the installation of any new floor covering.
• There is evidence of water intrusion and water staining on the plank ceiling of the
Sylvia Martin Building.
• A licensed Professional Engineer should further assess the condition of the
roofing system for damage, water intrusion, and sufficiency.
• The Vanity in the Women's restroom is water damaged, water stained,
delaminated and separating. This Vanity should be removed and disposed of.
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Hypotheses:
HI: The fungal load of the 150 Liter aerosol sample collected from the Planning
Department (Sylvia Martin Bldg.) will both exceed a fungal load of 3,000 aggregate
fungal spores per cubic meter of air, and be significantly greater than the fungal load of
the outdoor control sample, and therefore be considered to be in a state of elevated fungal
ecology.
HOI: The fungal load of the 150 Liter aerosol sample collected from the Planning
Department (Sylvia Martin Bldg.) will neither exceed a fungal load of 3,000 aggregate
fungal spores per cubic meter of air, nor be significantly greater than the fungal load of
the outdoor control sample, and therefore be considered to be in a state of normal fungal
ecology.
H2: The fungal load of the 150 Liter aerosol sample collected from Mr. Kulick's
Office will both exceed a fungal load of 3,000 aggregate fungal spores per cubic meter of
air, and be significantly greater than the fungal load of the outdoor control sample, and
therefore be considered to be in a state of elevated fungal ecology.
H02: The fungal load of the 150 Liter aerosol sample collected from Mr. Kulick's
Office will neither exceed a fungal load of 3,000 aggregate fungal spores per cubic meter
of air, nor be significantly greater than the fungal load of the outdoor control sample, and
therefore be considered to be in a state of normal fungal ecology.
H3: The fungal load of the 150 Liter aerosol sample collected from the Front
Fingerprint Area will both exceed a fungal load of 3,000 aggregate fungal spores per
cubic meter of air, and be significantly greater than the fungal load of the outdoor control
sample, and therefore be considered to be in a state of elevated fungal ecology.
H03: The fungal load of the 150 Liter aerosol sample collected from the Front
Fingerprint Area will neither exceed a fungal load of 3,000 aggregate fungal spores per
cubic meter of air, nor be significantly greater than the fungal load of the outdoor control
sample, and therefore be considered to be in a state of normal fungal ecology.
H4: The fungal load of the 150 Liter aerosol sample collected from the Middle
Room Copy Area will both exceed a fungal load of 3,000 aggregate fungal spores per
cubic meter of air, and be significantly greater than the fungal load of the outdoor control
sample, and therefore be considered to be in a state of elevated fungal ecology.
H04: The fungal load of the 150 Liter aerosol sample collected from the Middle
Room Copy Area will neither exceed a fungal load of 3,000 aggregate fungal spores per
cubic meter of air, nor be significantly greater than the fungal load of the outdoor control
sample, and therefore be considered to be in a state of normal fungal ecology.
Sampling:
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Aerosol sampling of the indoor air was conducted along with comparison outdoor
background sampling at this Municipal Building.
The sampling indicated the following. The Outdoor air sample collected on
November 8 2011 was captured with an Allergenco_D™ drawing fifteen liters of air for
ten minutes, for a total of 150 liters of air. The results of this sample analysis by AEML,
Inc. revealed a fungal spore count of: 53 Aspergillus/Penicillium-like spores per cubic
meter of air; 127 Basidiospores per cubic meter of air; 7 Curvularia spores per cubic
meter of air; 13 Ganoderma spores per cubic meter of air; 7 Nigrospora spores per cubic
meter of air; 7 Oidium/Peronospora spores per cubic meter of air, and 7
SmutiMyxomyces/Periconia spores per cubic meter of air in the sample collected.
Aspergillus and Penicillium spores are often difficult to distinguish
microscopically, and are commonly ~rouped together in the analysis of total count
samples. All spore-trap (Allergenco-D ) samples are total count samples.
Aspergillus is found in soil, compost piles, decaying vegetation, stored grain, and
other kinds of organic matter. Aspergillus can also be found indoors in water-damaged
buildings. Some species are able to produce mycotoxins, depending upon the species,
substrate, and/or food source.
Penicillium consists of many species that are common contaminants on it variety
of substrates. Penicillium may be found indoors in air samples, carpet dust, or on
wallpaper. Some species are able to produce mycotoxins depending upon the species,
substrate, and/or food source.
Basidiospores are the sexual spores produced by Basidiomycetes.
Basidiomycetes are a class of fungi characterized by spores formed on basidia. They
include mushrooms, toadstools, boletes, wood bracket fungi, and puffballs. Some species
are edible, such as Agaricus bisporus, the commercially cultivated mushroom. A few
species cause wood brown rot, white rot, and dry rot in bUildings.
Curvularia is a common saprobe found in soil, plants, cereals, and cellulosic
materials such as paper and archives. Some species are plant pathogens but can also
occur indoors. Curvularia is allergenic and may cause infections in immunocompromised
people.
Ganoderma are large, very hard, woody bracket fungi that grow on living and
dead trees.
Myxomycetes are popularly called slime molds. They are not true fungi,
taxonomically. Some species are found in the soil, in decaying wood, or other organic
matter, where they produce structures full of powdery resting spores.
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Nigrospora are commonly found on both living and dead grasses. They are also
found in seeds and soils of various climates. In their natural state, they are forcibly
ejected into the air for spore dissemination. Nigrospora are associated with Type I
allergens (hay fever and asthma).
Oidium is an obligate parasite on many plant varieties causing powdery mildew
disease. It is sometimes found in outdoor samples and indoors it may be found on
houseplants.
Periconia is found outdoors in grasses, dead herbaceous plant material, rushes
and soils. It is primarily disseminated by the wind and is known to produce Periconia
eireinata, that subsequently produces Peri con in A and Periconin B; both of which are
biologically inactive.
Peronospora is an obligate pathogen causing Downy Mildew on many types of
plants. It is sometimes seen on outdoor samples.
Smuts are pathogens of cereals crops, corn, grasses, onion, and sorghum. Smut
fungi require a living plant host for growth. They are disseminated throughout the
environment by wind, rain, shoes and lawnmowers. Smut fungi belong to the order
Ustilaginales and there are about 4000 known species. Smuts are associated with Type I
allergens (Hay Fever and Asthma).
Aerosol sampling of the indoor air was conducted in the Planning Office (Sylvia
Martin Building), as a response to the m VOC odor and for a comparison to the outdoor
control sample. This air sample was captured with an Allergenco-D™ drawing fifteen
liters of air for ten minutes, for a total of 150 liters of air. The results of this sample
analysis by AEML, Inc. revealed a fungal spore count of: 140 Aspergillus/Penicillium-
like spores per cubic meter of air and 7 Bipolaris/Dreschlera spores per cubic meter of air
in the sample collected.
Bipolaris is a plant saprophyte and pathogen of many plants, causing leaf rot,
crown rot, and root rot on warm season turf grasses. Indoors, it is found in indoor plants
and building materials. Bipolaris is considered to be allergenic and has been associated
opportunistically with chronic invasive sinusitis. Some species produce mycotoxins.
Drescblera is a plant pathogen known for causing leaf spot, crown rot, and root
rot of various turf grass species. It is most destructive to plants during rainy weather. It
is disseminated on air currents, dead grass clipping, feet, lawn movers and splashing
water. In rare cases, it has been associated with corneal infections in eyes.
Aerosol sampling of the indoor air was conducted in Mr. Kulick's Office, as a
response to the m VOC odor and for a comparison to the outdoor control sample. This air
sample was captured with an Allergenco-D ™ drawing fifteen liters of air for ten minutes,
for a total of 150 liters of air. The results of this sample analysis by AEML, Inc. revealed
a fungal spore count of: 73 Aspergillus/Penicillium-like spores per cubic meter of air; 13
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Basidiospores per cubic meter of air and 13 Hyphal Fragments per cubic meter of air in
the sample collected.
Aerosol sampling of the indoor air was conducted in the Front Fingerprint Area
as a response to the m VOC odor and for a comparison to the outdoor control sample.
This air sample was captured with an Allergenco-D ™ drawing fifteen liters of air for ten
minutes, for a total of 150 liters of air. The results of this sample analysis by AEML, Inc.
revealed a fungal spore count of: 60 AspergilluslPenicillium-like spores per cubic meter
of air; 7 Curvularia spores per cubic meter of air and 20 Hyphal Fragments per cubic
meter of air in the sample collected.
Aerosol sampling of the indoor air was conducted in the Middle Copy Area as a
response to the m VOC odor and for a comparison to the outdoor control sample. This air
sample was captured with an Allergenco-D ™ drawing fifteen liters of air for ten minutes,
for a total of 150 liters of air. The results of this sample analysis by AEML, Inc. revealed
a fungal spore count of: 27 Aspergillus/Penicillium-like spores per cubic meter of air; 7
Curvularia spores per cubic meter of air and 7 Hyphal Fragments per cubic meter of air in
the sample collected.
Interpretation of the Laboratory Analysis:
An interpretation of the laboratory analysis of the aerosol samples collected
during this assessment results in the acceptance of the null hypothesis and a finding that
these indoor areas may be said to be within a state of normal fungal ecology.
While the total spore count numbers collected in the samples were relatively low,
the mitigating factors to consider are:
I. The building was under a condition offresh air ventilation up until the time of the
sample collection.
2. Both buildings are public buildings with continuous traffic in and out.
3. The consistency of the presence of Aspergillus/Penicillium-like spores in all areas
is indicative of prior water damage as these genera are correlated to water
damaged building materials within structures.
4. The elevated moisture present is captured beneath the tile floor covering.
Additional Information:
Descriptions of the damage and locations are indicated in Table contained in
Appendix A. In the table, WD denotes water damage, FG denotes visible fungal growth,
and EM denotes elevated moisture detected by a meter.
Photographs:
Photographs of water
Appendix A, Photographs.
collected may be depicted.
damage and visible fungal growth are presented in
Locations where indoor environmental samples were
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Environmental Sample Results:
HE! Systems personnel collected indoor and outdoor environmental samples.
1. Laboratory results and the sample information logs are contained in Appendix B,
Sample Chain of Custody and Laboratory Results.
2. Conclusions derived from the sample results are stated in Section III, Summary
and Conclusions.
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Section III
Summary and Conclusions
The condition of this Municipal Building can be said to be a state of normal
fungal ecology with on-going water intrusion and water damage. As such, this building
may considered to be in a state of limited risk that is associated with elevated fungal
exposure which is delineated by both the quantity of microorganisms or the fungal
species present in assessing the risk to humans in the same environment.
A licensed Professional Engineer should further assess the roofing system for
sufficiency and damage.
All water damage restoration should be performed pursuant to the provisions of
the AN5IIIICRC 5500 2006, 3rd Ed., Standard and Reference Guide for Professional
Water Damage Restoration.
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Section IV
Basis of Report
I. Richard H. McMonagle, Ph. D., CIE, conducted the walk-through visual
assessment; collected environmental samples from the Municipal Building, and evaluated
the sampling laboratory results received from AEML, Inc. (Appendix B, Sample
Information Log [Chain of Custody] and Laboratory Results).
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A. Photographs
Section V
Appendices
B. Sample Chain of Custody and Laboratory Results
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Section V
Appendix A
Photographs
Photographs taken during this assessment that are not included in this report are
retained in our files and are available to you upon request.
Location WD FG EM Description Photo #
Front of Photograph of the front of the building on
Building the day of the assessment. 1
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Location WD FG EM Description Photo #
Exterior Grading and landscaping issues allow for
water intrusion. 2
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Location WD FG EM Description Photo #
Front Separation at wall edge allows water to
Fingerprint ;j ;j intrude beneath floor tile and remain 3
Area captured there.
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Location WD FG EM Description Photo #
Front -I '.J Elevated moisture beneath floor tile when 4
Fingerprint measured with a meter.
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Location WD FG EM Description Photo #
Middle .y .y Elevated moisture in Middle Copy area does 5
Room not extend into back room that is elevated.
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Location WD FG EM Description Photo #
Front -I Visible water damage and water staining to 6
Fingerprint cabinet bottoms.
Area
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Location WD FG EM Description Photo #
Middle " " Elevated moisture beneath tile floor 7
Copy covering.
Room
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Location WD FG EM Description Photo #
Planning -V Water staining and water damage to plank 8
Office ceiling.
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Location WD FG EM Description Photo #
Planning V Water staining and water damage to Vanity 8
Office in Women's Restroom.
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Section V
Appendix B
Sample Chain of Custody and Laboratory Results
The following Chain of Custody Reports and Laboratory Analysis Results are
provided as attachments.
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Richard H. McMonagle
HEl Systems
1690 N.E. 191st Street, Suite
#308
North Miami Beach, FL 33179
AEML Test: A001 Spore Trap Analysis
Sample 10:
Client Sample 10:
Volume Sampled (L):
Media:
Percent of Trace Analyzed:
Spore Types
Alternaria
Arthrinium
lAscospores
Aspergillus/Penicillium~Like
Basidiospores
Bipolaris/Dreschlera
Botrytis
Chaetomium
Cladosporium
Curvularia
Epicoccum
Fusarium
Ganoderma
Memnoniel1a
Nigrospora
Oidium/Peronospora
Pithomyces
Rust
SmutlMyxomyces/Periconia
Stachybotrys
orula
Ulocladium
Unidentffied Spores
Hypha! Fragments
Pollen
Debris Rating
Detection Limit
for,.;·llc":.y
Joshua Krinsky
Technical Director
~·AEfVlLtlnc. ~,. Mk'Obi616gy bbora,o".'
1111080007
AEML, Inc.
38 NE 20th Ave. Suite 6
Pompano Beach, FL 33060
Phone: (954) 333-8149
Fax: (954) 333-8151
email: customerservice@aemfinc.com
1111080008 1111080009
055952 Outside 055953 Planing 055925 Mr Kulick Off
150 150 150
A!!ergenco D AUergenco 0 Allergenco 0
100% at 600X Magnification 100% at 600X Magnification 100% at 600X Magnification
Raw Count Countlm:.l % Raw Count Countlm % Raw Count Countlrn3 -
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8 53 24 21 140 95 11 73
19 127 58 -2 13
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2 13 6
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--2 13 2 13
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3 3 3
7 7 7
Results submitted pertain only to the samples as wesented on the accompanying Chain of Custody.
This report shaH not be reproduced, except in its entirety and with the written approval of AEML.
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79
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Project: S. Miami City Hall
Sampled: 11/8/2011
Received: 11/8/2011
Analysis Date: 11/9/2011
Report Date: 11/9/2011
Batch: 13386
1111080010
055928 Front
150
Allergenco D
100% at 600X Magnification
Raw Count Count/rn3 %
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g 60 90
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1 7 10
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Richard H. McMonagle
HEI Systems
1690 N.E 191 st Street, Suite
#308
North Miami Beach, FL 33179
AEML Test: A001 Spore Trap Analysis
Sample 10:
Client Sample ID:
Volume Sampled (L):
Media:
Percent of Trace Analyzed:
Spore Types
IAltemaria
Arthrinium
IAscospores
Aspergillus/Penicillium-Like
Basidiospores
Bipolaris/Oreschlera
Botrytis
Chaetornium
Cladosporium
Curvularia
Epicoccum
Fusarium
Ganoderma
Memnoniella
Nigrospora
Oidium/Peronospora
Pithomyces
Rust
SrnutlMyxomyces/Periconia
Stachybotrys
Torula
Ulocladium
~nidentified Spores
Hypha! Fragments
Pollen
Debris Rating
Detection Limit
pJ_fic.:...y
Joshua Krinsky
Technical Director
<'el"",.
~.AEML,lnc. ~\-MkrOb'.jbgy L,bo,."",.,
111108Q011
055932 Middle Copy
150
Allergenco 0
100% at 600X Magnification
Raw Count Countlm %
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4 27 80
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1 7 20
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AEML, Inc.
38 NE 20th Ave. Suite 6
Pompano Beach, FL 33060
Phone: (954) 333·8149
Fax: (954) 333·8151
email: customerservice@aemlinc.com
Results submitted pertain only to the samples as presented on the accompanying Chain of Custody_
This report shall not be reproduced, except in its entirety and with the written approval of AEML
Project: S. Miami City Hall
Sampled: 11/8/2011
Received: 11/8/2011
Analysis Date: 11/9/2011
Report Date: 11/9/2011
Batch: 13386
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CHAIN OF CUSTODY/ANALYSIS REQUEST
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!'ax IPhone#: (786)512.145°1 Fax#: (305)945'0755 1 Report(circle): ~.Mail I _
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Good Condition
Yes No'
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Analysis ped-ormed is subject to AEML. :mc~ Standarl;l Terms and Conditions unless otb~ise specified by con~ct betw~CJient and' AEML. Inc. AEMl.;.DDC-12-COC·REV04
Section VI
Recommendations
These recommendations are based upon a limited assessment of conditions
existing at the time of the Municipal Building site assessment. The extent of water
damage and/or fungal contamination and ecology mayor may not be fully delineated.
Therefore, these recommendations may change as new information is obtained, either
before, or during restoration. These recommendations are based upon the assumption
that conditions that caused excessive moisture and resulting fungal growth have been
corrected.
Prior to the Start of Restoration:
L Submit all pre-approval items (Health and Safety Plan, Environmental
Protection Plan, Work Plan, MSDS sheets for any chemicals used).
2. Obtain all necessary permits from local unit of government.
3. Remove and replace the entire roof if more than 25% of the roof is damaged,
pursuant to the Florida Building Code, 2007, Chapter 6, (1)(1) "Not more
than 25% of the total roof area or roof section of any existing building or
structure shall be repaired, replaced or recovered in any 12 month period
unless the entire roofing system or roof section conforms to the requirement of
this code."
Additionally, the underlying structure should be inspected and brought up to
the 2007 building code, including, replacement of damaged sheathing,
additional deck fasteners, replacement of obsolete tin-cap fasteners and
adequate wind tie downs, as required.
Florida Building Code, 2007, Chapter 6, Section 606, (3) "Roof Diaphragm"
[50% Rule 1 "Where roofing materials are removed from more than 50 percent
of the roof diaphragm of a building or section of a building where the roof
diaphragm is a part of the main wind force-resisting system, the integrity of
the roof diaphragm shall be evaluated and if found deficient because of
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insufficient or deteriorated connections, such connections shall be provided or
rep laced."
This removal and replacement mnst precede all other work.
4. Establish a controlled access work area.
5. Tum off air conditioning system and seal openings.
6. Establish containment. Full containment means critical barriers, airlocks,
negative pressurization with HEPA-filtered exhaust, and related procedures.
7. Perform all restoration work pursuant to the provisions of the ANSIIIICRC
SSOO -2006, 3rd Ed., Standard and Reference Guide for Professional Water
Damage Restoration.
Dnring Restoration:
8. Remove and discard all water-intruded tile floor covering. The slab should be
abrasively cleaned to remove any remaining mastic and then re-sealed prior to
the installation of any new floor covering.
9. In the Central Services and Sylvia Martin office zones, remove all filters and
all contaminated materials in the air conditioning system that have porous
surfaces, including return air ducts and supply air ducts. Clean or replace all
contaminated non-porous surfaces. Disinfect the coils and condensate drain
pan. The air conditioning system should be thoroughly cleaned. The coils
should be acid-washed, and if the ducts are made of flexible material, and
impossible to clean, then the ducts should be replaced. All HV AC work
should proceed according to NADCA standards.
10. Double-bag all floor covering materials in plastic bags, and HEPA vacuum the
bags prior to removal from the containment area.
II. Monitor the restoration progress by observation, testing, and sampling.
After Restoration:
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12. Perfonn a final assessment of the work and conduct clearance sampling for
compliance. Negative air machines should be operating for three to four days
in filtration mode (exhaust air recycled within the building, and not exhausted
outside of the building). After this air filtration step, turn off the air filtration
equipment for one to two days prior to clearance sampling.
13. Prior to any restoration activities, the remediated sections of the building
should be sampled to assure post-restoration clearance criteria have been
achieved. Clearance sampling should be undertaken prior to any application
of sealants or encapsulating medium to the remediated surfaces.
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