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upon request at the activity completion.
19. The Project Monitor shall perform final visual inspections within 2 hours of the completion
of the cleaning. If all areas are not dust free at that time, then the Project Monitor will direct
the Cleaning Contractor to reclean as necessary. If all areas are dust free, then the Project
Monitor will authorize final air sampling. Final inspections shall be documented using the
Cleaning Checklist.
Deliverables
The Project Monitor shall submit to EPA, upon request, copies of the field notebook pages
via e-mail, fax, or alternative agreed upon format.
20. Post Cleaning Air Sampling Procedures
a. Sampling shall not begin until a visual inspection confirms the absence of visible
dust and debris. Post cleaning air sampling shall be performed upon successful
visual inspection and completed within 24 hours. A successful visual inspection
shall be an inspection that verifies the absence of dust and debris.
b. All surfaces must be completely dry prior to the start of sampling.
c. Upon completion of the cleaning, air sampling will be conducted to verify attainment
ofthe clean-up criteria. Based on consultation with the resident or owner, aggressive
or modified aggressive air sampling will be conducted. Residents shall not be
present during aggressive air sampling.
1. Before beginning aggressive air sampling, a 1 horsepower electric leafblower
shall be used to direct exhaust air against walls, ceilings, floors and other
surfaces. This shall continue for at least five nainutes per 1,000 square feet
of floor. When directing the exhaust, caution shall be taken to minimize
disturbance and potential damage to furnishings and personal belongings
ii. Residents shall not be present in their residence during aggressive air
sampling activities.
iii. Personal protective equipment including disposable clothing, gloves, and
respirators shall be worn during aggressive air sampling activities.
iv. HVAC systems shall be shut down or isolated locally during aggressive air
sampling.
V. Room and window air conditioners shall not be operated during aggressive
air sampling.
vi. Leaf blowers shall not be employed for modified aggressive air sampling.
vii. All other procedures are identical for aggressive and modified aggressive air
sampling, unless otherwise noted.
d. At least one 20-inch fan shall be placed in the center of each room sampled. One fan
per 10,000 cubic feet of room space shall be used. The fans shall be operated on slow
speed and pointed toward the ceiling. The fens shall run for at least 15 minutes prior
to the start of sampling. The fens shall operate continuously throughout sampling
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