CUNY Steinman Hall HVAC Upgrade Installation of Air Cooled Chillers

Environmental Planning & Management, Inc. (EPM) performed a Hazardous Materials Investigation as part of the HVAC Upgrade Project in the City College of New York’s Steinman Hall, which included the removal of Cooling Tower CT-2.  EPM’s investigation was conducted to locate asbestos containing materials (ACMs), polychlorinated biphenyl (PCB) containing materials, universal wastes, and miscellaneous hazardous materials with the potential to be impacted by the proposed scope of work.  EPM prepared a hazardous materials investigation report and asbestos abatement remediation design.

Queens College New Science Building Cabinet Heater Replacement Project

EPM performed an asbestos survey in association with the proposed Replacement of Cabinet Heaters for Stairwells at the New Science Building HVAC Modernization Project at Queens College.  The purpose of the asbestos survey was to identify the location and quantity of asbestos containing materials (ACM greater than 1% by weight) that might be impacted by the Replacement of the Cabinet Heaters.  EPM prepared an Asbestos Survey Report summarizing all ACM with the potential to be impacted by the renovation project, along with descriptions, locations, and quantities, and asbestos abatement specifications.

John Jay College Haaren Hall Gymnasium and Lighting Controls Upgrade

EPM performed a Hazardous Material Survey for the Gymnasium and Lighting Control Upgrade Project at John Jay College, Haaren Hall.  The purpose of the survey was to identify the location of asbestos containing materials (greater than 1% in accordance with New York State Industrial Code Rule 56) and PCB containing materials (greater than fifty parts per million) with the potential to be impacted by the proposed renovations and to also identify universal wastes and miscellaneous hazardous materials. This included their location and quantity, which will require handling and disposal procedures separate from regular construction waste.  EPM prepared a Hazardous Material Survey Report, and asbestos abatement remediation documents.

Hunter High School and Hunter Elementary School HVAC Upgrade

EPM performed an Asbestos Survey in support of the Hunter High School and Hunter Elementary School HVAC Upgrade.  The scope of work includes the demolition of three Boilers and a Chiller Unit and associated equipment piping.  The purpose of the survey was to identify the location and quantity of asbestos containing materials (ACM greater than 1% by PLM analysis), PCB containing materials, and universal wastes and miscellaneous hazardous materials with the potential to be impacted by the proposed scope of work.  EPM prepared a Hazardous Material Survey Report summarizing data collection techniques, analysis procedures, and locations and quantities of all confirmed hazardous materials.

NY Rising Community Center Facilities

EPM performed a limited survey for asbestos containing materials (ACM) and polychlorinated biphenyls (PCB), plus an inventory of universal wastes and miscellaneous hazardous materials, at three community centers in Brooklyn and Manhattan.  EPM conducted these surveys for the New York State Governor’s Office of Storm Recovery (GOSR) as part of a larger effort to improve the resiliency of these buildings for weathering the impact of future severe storms.  EPM prepared a detailed investigation report for each of the three sites and prepared hazardous material remediation design documents.

NYC College of Technology, Allied Health Science Building

EPM provided a Phase II environmental investigation and remedial design services at the NYC College of Technology. The Mayor’s Office of Environmental Remediation (OER) initiated the task since this was an E-designated site.  The project scope of work included proposed renovations to the first floor (i.e., removal/replacement of concrete slab and excavation of underlying soils) of the Allied Health Science Building.

The intent of the Phase II investigation was to determine if any health/safety precautions and environmental mitigation were warranted to protect construction workers and the local community from exposure to hazardous materials at risk of disturbance during construction.

EPM prepared a Remedial Action Plan (RAP) to be followed during construction for the rehabilitation of contaminated soils, and to mitigate potential vapor intrusion into the building.  Contract documents prepared for the remediation design were also modified to include the RAP requirements.

Creedmoor Addiction Treatment Center, Building 19

EPM performed a limited asbestos, polychlorinated biphenyl (PCB), mold, and universal/miscellaneous hazardous waste survey in Building 19 at the Creedmoor Addiction Treatment Center (ATC) in Queens Village, NY.  The project was performed for the Office of Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Services (OASAS).  The purpose of the survey was to determine if any hazardous materials identified could be impacted by a proposed renovation of this building.

EPM prepared remediation design documents consisting of specifications and drawings, which identified multi-phased abatements and coordinated with the workplace safety plan.  EPM provided asbestos project/air monitoring and air sampling services for the roof abatement only. The scope of work consisted of the following tasks: Review of contract documents and contractor submittals; project monitoring and air sampling during asbestos removal; preparation of a final asbestos report.

EPM also provided oversight during PCB removal, and collected samples of PCB removal waste to be analyzed by the Toxicity Characteristic Leaching Procedure (TCLP), as required by the disposal facility.

Coler Hospital Fire Sprinkler System Upgrade

EPM conducted an extensive survey for asbestos containing materials (ACM) at Coler Hospital located on Roosevelt Island, in the East River.  The purpose of the survey was to locate all ACM greater than one percent and PCB containing caulks that may be disturbed by the planned installation of a building-wide sprinkler system.

EPM focused the investigation on Building “A” (all floors and areas), Building “B” (basement up through 4th floor - misc. areas), Building “C” (1st through 5th floor - all areas), and Building “S” (basement through 4th floor - all areas).

EPM prepared abatement design documents consisting of specifications, special notes, and annotated drawings depicting the location of confirmed ACM.  Field staff provided asbestos project monitoring and air sampling during this multi-phased abatement over a two year period, which was coordinated with a workplace safety plan.