Response letter regarding USEPA oversight of carpet removal and cleaning procedures at [name] North in accordance with safety protocols.
NYC-WTC_000154907–000154909Folder label: “INDEPENDENCE PLAZA”
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NYC 9/11 Public Portal Document
January 7,2003
Ms. Diane Lapson Chairperson Independence Plaza Tenant Association - Environmental Committee /Apartment of 40 Harrison Street, LpiLj (Environmental New York, New York 10013
Dear Ms. Lapson:
BWIsOs This is in response to your recent correspondences regarding the carpeting at Independence Plaza North.
The Department has been in communication with the building management and the United States Environmental Protection Agency (USEPA) regarding the Isossswysi testing and cleaning activities at Independence Plaza. According to our information, the USEPA will oversee the cleaning and testing of the common areas IhobertC Avaltrontf^/^ after the removal and disposal of the carpeting. The cleaning and monitoring will f^S'Deputy Commissioner'
tsosw be in accordance with the procedures for the indoor residential cleaning and testing program.
sSsSta ’ Tel {718) 59^18 < - hl reference to the sampling of carpeting using ‘Ultrasonication” or “microvac” sampling, these methods are not approved methods for asbestos sampling. The Department position regarding analytical methods not accredited by the New York State Department of Health was documented in correspondences to building owners and their representatives on September 14 and September 26, 2001. The Department requested and received bulk sample results from the !s4»ii®s}6asft hallways. The results indicated asbestos-containing material was not present.
OUBfl® Please use your access identification at the USEPA web site, www.epa.gov Blil» to obtain additional information regarding the cleaning program at Independence Plaza. If you have any questions, please contact me directly at (718) 595-3721. fiOSSsS-SSMS! Sincerely,
KBSaSsWI R. Radhakrishnan, P.E. Director Asbestos Control Program
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