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Summary Distribution of the final version of a Department of Health press release concerning WTC indoor air quality.

Asbestos and fiberglass can pose a health risk if dust accumulates and particles become airborne.

Summary Technical discussion comparing TEM analysis results showing over 1% asbestos versus PLM analysis showing Non-Detect for the same building unit.

To: Jim Miller; Vincent Coluccio; Wilfredo Lopez Co: [email protected]; [email protected]; Greg Butler; Jessica Leighton Subject: Re: Fwd: Residential Asbestos

Summary Summary of inter-agency coordination covering air monitoring results, proposed EPA reductions, and planned re-analysis of dust samples.

There was also mention that some kind of risk assessment for asbestos has to be done. It could have been phrased as "should be". NYC-WTC_000160612

Summary DEP memo clarifying that asbestos data table under consideration for release to AP requires prior interagency review and does not include fibrous glass information.

The information being considered for release to AP is for asbestos only; there is no info re fib. glass. Sorry for my mistake. NYC-WTC_000160860

Summary Forwarded draft Statements of Work for cleaning and monitoring activities requiring review by noon.

At least one asbestos supervisor shall be present at each work place (work place is defined in Title 14, Chapter 1 RCNY as the work area and the decontamination enclosure system). 9.

Summary EPA notice of chain-of-custody and benchmarks presentation for WTC Taskforce meeting on April 8, 2002.

- Historical information on building collapses/fires - Review (qualitative toxicity/concentration screen) of available sampling data Status of COC List 1) 7 contaminants tentatively identified: Asbestos

Summary Forwarded draft press release from NYC Department of Health regarding WTC environmental and health guidance.

Asbestos is a health hazard when it is airborne; in no instance was an elevated level of asbestos found in the air samples taken from these buildings.

Summary Discussion of contractors performing WTC facade cleanup using wet-soaking and power-washing protocols and potential water use restriction exemptions.

I informed Jim that there is nothing in our scope of work that deviates from our Asbestos rules (Title 15 Chapter 1).

All samples, bulk and air, for asbestos were non detect. That’s the major points as of now. I’m sure more will be coming. NYC-WTC_000160804

Summary DEP official submits an edited draft press release regarding the joint DEP and FEMA cleanup program for review.

Begun on June 7, this effort has shown mostly minimal presence of asbestos and other contaminants from World Trade Center debris on the roofs and exteriors of buildings in the downtown area.

Summary DEP staff adds EPA hotline number and FEMA support phrasing to the draft press release for Commissioner review.

Begun on June 7 with significant support from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), this effort has shown mostly minimal presence of asbestos and other contaminants from World Trade

Summary Request for final approval of press release before distribution, with notation that Commissioner wants to issue it the same day.

Begun on June 7 with significant support from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), this effort has shown mostly minimal presence of asbestos and other contaminants from World Trade

He also mentioned that he is investigating the "fact" that DEP has only issued one asbestos violation in lower Manhattan since Sept. 11. Plans to compare that to a similar period.

Summary Proposed changes to DEP exterior building cleaning request for proposals, specifying conservative cleaning methods and worker and resident protective measures.

Results of air sampling by DEP and others indicates that WTC debris does not tend to aerosolize and is not a significant source of airborne asbestos fibers.

A) Near-term: ► Provide cleaning and sampling to residents of Lower Manhattan (south of Canal Street) upon request, ► provide additional indoor air sampling data for asbestos

Summary Emails inquiring about DEP's exterior building survey boundaries and the NYS DEC HEPA vacuum and filter reimbursement program.

I wondered if DEP’s survey of rooftop asbestos might help to give them comfort that they’re picking a generous enough area; last I recalled.

Summary DEP inter-agency memo requesting clarification on FEMA conversations regarding potential reimbursement for additional environmental risk insurance costs.

Having successfully convinced EPA to take the lead and manage the cleaning program on asbestos downtown.

Results of air sampling by DEP and others indicates that WTC debris does not tend to aerosolize and is not a significant source of airborne asbestos fibers, in addition, field

Also I just received a call from our lab person and he didn't receive the Analytical Protocol for Asbestos Air Samples from Mark Maddaloni (?) (in a hurry and don’t want to look up).

Summary Correspondence confirming a meeting with REBNY representatives and noting that project details are the primary focus over release forms.

Also, the asbestos fiber value for the rug is presented as 42 fibers/cc, which is an airborne concentration and not a loading value.