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AIR QUALITY TESTING IN SYRACUSE, NY
This initial level of investigation allows us to install data loggers within the space to analyze six basic indoor air quality measurements: Total VOCs, Particulate Matter, Carbon Dioxide, Carbon Monoxide, Humidity, and Temperature. We will determine the locations with you for optimal insight to your air quality measures. This initial basic data capture and walkthrough will accomplish two things: a) Detailed insight into your air quality and behaviors that will hone down the level two specific testing AND/OR b) bring us to a resolution of your air quality situation without the need to investigate further due to obvious readings and relationships or positive results of good air quality measurements. A compiled report of all data is made available to you at the completion of the testing.
PARTICLE ALLERGENS IN SYRACUSE, NY (AIRBORNE PARTICULATE MATTER - PM)
*Sensor Reporting Range (0-50 ug/m3)
Acceptable particulate matter (PM) values are based on the lack of two major indoor PM sources: environmental tobacco smoke and cooking. Extensive evidence shows that even limited exposure to low PM levels can trigger or worsen asthma, allergies, or other symptoms in sensitive populations. Chronic exposures are highly correlated to chronic lung disease and reduced lung capacity in both adults and children. Short- and long-term PM exposure at any level can result in respiratory, eye, and mucous membrane irritation for any population, but sensitive groups are shown to be definitively at risk for marked adverse effects.
CHEMICAL POLLUTANTS IN SYRACUSE, NY (TOTAL VOLATILE ORGANIC COMPOUNDS - TVOCs)
*Sensor Reporting Range (0-4000 ug/m3)
Acceptable total volatile organic compound (TVOC) values are based on threshold response levels to mixtures of compounds. At low levels, VOCs are known to trigger or worsen asthma, allergy, and other adverse systems in sensitive populations. Respiratory, eye, skin, and mucous membrane irritation can occur. Some VOCs are known carcinogens. Both short- and long-term exposure to VOCs create risk for both sensitive and healthy populations, with total responses and percent of affected population increasing in conjunction with VOC level increases.
CARBON DIOXIDE (CO2)
*Sensor Reporting Range (0-2000 ppm)
Acceptable carbon dioxide (CO2) levels are based on ambient backgrounds levels measured outdoors. Concentrations above ambient (300-450 ppm) generally occur from human occupancy and activity combined with lack of adequate ventilation. This can lead to health and comfort issues such as fatigue and/or a perception of “stale air.” Above 1000 ppm daily average, CO2 can cause dizziness, fatigue, and headache for much of the population.
TEMPERATURE (FAHRENHEIT)
*Sensor Reporting Range (32-100 degrees)
Temperatures that are too high, too low, or inconsistent can stress the body as well as cause discomfort. Sensitive groups may be immediately affected by temperature fluctuations as little as a single degree. Potential impact on human comfort of limited (1 day or more) or extended (duration of test) temperature values outside the acceptable range support recommended and/or necessary action, as well as indicate poorly functioning, absent, or improperly installed equipment.
HUMIDITY (RH)
*Sensor Reporting Range (10-90 percent)
Acceptable relative humidity (RH) values are based on both comfort and health reasons. Sensitive groups may be exposed to conditions where respiratory, skin, or other conditions are exacerbated via dryness, moistness, and/or microbial growth. Prolonged exposure for all populations to low level RH (<25%) and high levels (>60%) can increase the risk of microbial growth.
CARBON MONOXIDE (CO)
*Sensor Reporting Range (0-100 ppm)
Acceptable carbon monoxide (CO) levels are based on adverse effects on human health from prolonged exposure to high levels of CO. Carbon monoxide is made naturally in the body, with COHb blood levels found at up to 2.5% without sign of adverse effects. Above 5 ppm, COHb levels increase above 2.5%, which can adversely affect cardiovascular disease sufferers as well as pregnant women and their unborn child. Healthy individuals will be impacted at levels of 12-20 ppm, including reducing breathing capacity among other effects. CO occurring at above 20 ppm for a 1-hr average has a severe impact on sensitive groups and significantly impacts healthy individuals as well. At high levels, carbon monoxide can cause death.
ASBESTOS TESTING – NYS DOH ELAP CERTIFIED
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Asbestos Air Sampling – Phase Contrast Microscopy (PCM) – NIOSH Method 7400, Interim Transmission Electron Microscopy (TEM) Analytical Methods
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Asbestos Bulk Sampling – Polarized-Light Microscope (PLM) – NYS DOH ELAP 198.1, NOB ELAP 198.6, NOB ELAP 198.4
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Asbestos Dust Wipe Sampling – ASTM D 5755/6480 Transmission Electron Microscopy (TEM) Analytical Methods
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Asbestos Vermiculite Sampling – PLM for Sprayed-On Fireproofing Containing Vermiculite (SOF-V), NYS DOH ELAP 198.8, RJ Lee Group’s Method 055, Vermiculite Interim Guidance Document
MOLD TESTING - AIHA EMLAP ACCREDITED
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Mold Air Sampling – Culturable Air Samples (Anderson and SAS), Non-Viable Spore Trap Samples (Air-O-Cell, BioAire, Allergenco)
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Mold Direct Examination Sampling – Tape/Surface, Bulk, Swab and Water Samples
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Mold PCR & DNA Testing – PCR 36 Panel, USP 797, Environmental Relative Moldiness Index (ERMI)
LEAD PAINT TESTING – EPA NLLAP ACCREDITED - FLAME AA
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Lead Chip Sampling
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Lead Dust Sampling
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Lead Wipe Sampling
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Lead Soil Sampling
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Lead XRF Sampling
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Lead Water Testing
RADON & VOCs TESTING – NRPP & AARST CERTIFIED
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Radon Passive Sampling - Charcoal canisters, alpha-track detectors, charcoal liquid scintillation devices, and electret ion chamber detectors
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Radon Active Sampling – Continuous Radon Monitors, Continuous Working Level Monitors
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Radon Short Term & Long Term Sampling – Two Days to Ninety Days
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VOC Sampling & Odor Identification – EPA TO-15 Compound Scanning
ALLERGEN TESTING IN SYRACUSE, NY – AIHA NVLAP CERTIFIED
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Dust Mite Sampling
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Cat/Dog Dander Sampling
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Rat/Mouse/Cockroach Fecal Sampling
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Latex Protein Sampling
HAZARDOUS WASTE TESTING – NYS DOH ELAP CERTIFIED
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Toxic Characteristic Leaching Procedure (TCLP) Sampling