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April 2, 2002
Mr. R. Radhakrishnan, P. E.
Director, Asbestos Control Program
New York City Department of Environmental Protection
59-17 Junction Boulevard
Corona, New York 11368-5107
Re: 68 Trinity Place, New York, NY
Dear Mr. Radhakrishnan:
Professional Service Industries, Inc. (PSI) is the environmental consultant representing
the owner of the captioned location. On their behalf, PSI is responding to your inquiry
concerning sampling results following the collapse of the World Trade Center.
Please be advised that the captioned location is a five-story building that was closed
with restricted access from September 11, 2001, until recently. PSI performed ambient
air monitoring for asbestos at the building on January 29, 2002. One air sample was
collected from each floor and analyzed by Transmission Electron Microscopy (TEM) in
accordance with the Asbestos Hazard Emergency Response Act (AHERA)
methodology. The samples were analyzed by EMSL of New York City which is
certified by the New York State Environmental Laboratory Accreditation Program
(ELAP # 11506). The results indicate levels below those allowed for clearance
sampling by AHERA following abatement in schools. While AHERA regulations are
not applicable to this situation, PSI chose this method, as it is generally considered to
be the most stringent industry standard. The results of the January 29, 2002 sampling
event are attached to this letter, with a copy of the chain of custody.
No bulk samples were collected, to PSI's knowledge. Should you have any questions,
please do not hesitate to contact me.
Sincerely,
PROFESSIONAL SERVICE INDUSTRIES, INC.
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