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<br />155274.22P, p. 5
<br />3/1/2022
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<br />• A visual assessment of a representative number of accessible areas of the subject property to identify operational
<br />activities, hazardous materials/petroleum product use and storage, waste generation, treatment, storage, and
<br />disposal activities, aboveground and underground storage tanks, and potential polychlorinated biphenyl (PCB)
<br />containing equipment.
<br />• A review of the physical characteristics of the subject property as identified through review of reasonably ascertainable
<br />topographic, wetlands, soils, geology, and ground water data.
<br />• A review of regulatory databases within the radius specified by the Scope of Work. The following regulatory databases
<br />will be reviewed: NPL, RCRA-TSD, RCRA-CORRACTS, SHWS, SEMS, NFRAP, SWF, LUST, UST, RCRIS-Generators, and
<br />ERNS.
<br />• Interview(s) with individuals who may have knowledge of the current and prior uses of the subject property and the
<br />existence of Recognized Environmental Conditions (RECs) or Historical RECs (e.g., Key Site Manager, User, Owner,
<br />tenants, etc.). BVTA will also provide a Pre-Survey Questionnaire to facilitate disclosures by property representatives.
<br />In accordance with the ASTM E 1527-21 standard, this assessment will not include any sampling unless it is required by the
<br />specified Protocol and/or authorized by the Client on the Project Authorization page of this proposal. In all cases, BVTA will
<br />address the likely presence of asbestos-containing materials (“ACM”), lead-based paint (“LBP”), and radon using the
<br />conditions listed below, where applicable. In addition, risks associated with the presence of lead in drinking water, as to all
<br />property types, will be addressed through contact with the local municipal water provider. Local agency records will be
<br />requested and reviewed (if available) with respect to properties serviced by private wells.
<br />Asbestos-Containing Materials (regardless of property type): The assessment will include visual observation and document
<br />reviews to identify suspect ACM in observed accessible interior and exterior areas. If sampling is authorized, BVTA will collect
<br />and analyze three (3) bulk samples from each homogeneous area of accessible friable and damaged non-friable “suspect”
<br />ACM in accordance with EPA~600/M4-82-020. Any material not previously or currently sampled will be considered suspect
<br />until tested and proven otherwise. “Friable” materials are those that can be easily crumbled or pulverized by hand pressure.
<br />Sampling of roofing materials will not be performed as part of this assessment.
<br />The determination as to whether a material is “suspect” is based upon a list of suspect materials provided in Appendix G of
<br />the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s publication, Managing Asbestos in Place (known as the “Green Book”). Only
<br />materials listed in the Green Book that were installed prior to 1981 are considered suspect, with the exception of resilient
<br />floor tile, asbestos-cement board (transite), and roofing felt, which are considered suspect regardless of installation date as
<br />these materials continue to be manufactured and installed in the United States.
<br />Lead-Based Paint (for multi-family/residential properties only): The assessment will include a statement as to whether
<br />structures are suspected to contain lead-based paint based on the date of construction and/or renovation. Effective January
<br />1, 1978, the use of LBP was banned under Federal law. Therefore, all paint applied prior to 1978 will be considered suspect
<br />and a Lead-Based Paint Operations and Maintenance (O&M) program will be recommended. If sampling is authorized, BVTA
<br />will collect and analyze a limited number of paint chip samples in representative areas of the subject property buildings. If
<br />the requested Protocol requires testing via X-ray Fluorescence (XRF), a separate Service will be proposed. Any sampling
<br />conducted as part of the ESA will be a limited screening only, and will not be intended to comply with EPA Requirements for
<br />Disclosure of Known Lead-Based Paint ("Title X") and/or Lead-Based Paint Hazards in Housing (40 CFR part 745 and 24 CFR
<br />parts 35, 36, and 37); or a pre-occupancy or pre-demolition survey; or basis for attainment of a "Lead Free" certification.
<br />Radon Gas (for multi-family/residential properties only): Radon gas propensity will be reported based upon a review of the
<br />USEPA’s Map of Radon Zones. If sampling is authorized BVTA will (except where prohibited or otherwise governed by state
<br />law) conduct short-term radon tests using passive diffusion activated charcoal canisters, with liquid scintillation analysis to
<br />determine whether radon levels exceed 4.0 pCi/l. Canisters will be placed on the lowest livable floors in representative
<br />residential units in accordance with Fannie Mae Protocol guidelines, unless an alternate Protocol is specified.
<br />O&M Programs: Should any friable or damaged material, confirmed or assumed to be Asbestos-Containing Materials (ACM),
<br />any Lead-Based Paint (LBP) or Visible Mold Growth be found at the property, an Operations and Maintenance Program
<br />Document (O&M Program) or Mold Prevention Program (MPP) Manual will be recommended. The additional charge for these
<br />reports will be $495.00 per report for each property. In the case of properties in Florida, in accordance with state law, the
<br />Asbestos-Containing Materials, Lead-Based Paint, and Mold Prevention Plan Manuals must be written by a State Licensed
<br />consultant. For properties in Texas, in accordance with state law, the Asbestos-Containing Materials and Lead-Based Paint
<br />DocuSign Envelope ID: 7042CA8B-F9BB-4B95-B23F-6DEF6473036D
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