ST James Elementary School Air Quality Report

Report
of:
Indoor Air Quality Testing

Horry County Schools
Conway, SC
Palme5o EHS Report No: 2019049

Submi5ed February 13, 2019
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335 Four Mile Rd.
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Attention: Ms. Tammy Trulove
Reference: REPORT OF INDOOR AIR QUALITY TESTING

Palmetto EHS Report No. 2019049
Dear Ms. Trulove:
Palmetto EHS, LLC (Palmetto EHS) is pleased to provide the enclosed report for the referenced
site. The sampling was conducted on February 10, 2019. The report includes an executive
summary, investigative methods, results and conclusions.
This work was performed in general conformance with Palmetto EHS Proposal Number 2019049
dated February 8, 2019. This report is provided for the sole use of Horry County Schools. Use of
this report by any other parties will be at such party's sole risk and Palmetto EHS disclaims liability
for any such use or reliance by third parties. The results presented in this report are indicative of
conditions only during the time of the sampling period and of the specific areas referenced.
We appreciate the opportunity to work with you. If you have any questions concerning this
report, please call us at (803) 462-4404.
Sincerely,
Palmetto EHS, LLC
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Gary Eubanks Colleen Eubanks, CIH, CSP, CET
Vice President President
 
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Lexington, SC 29072 
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Table of Contents
Executive Summary ..........................................................................................................4

Scope of Work ..................................................................................................................4
Materials and Methods..................................................................................................... 4
Environmental Parameters ............................................................................................ 4
Mold Samples ...............................................................................................................5
Results and Discussion ..................................................................................................... 5
Visual Assessment .........................................................................................................5
Environmental Parameters ............................................................................................ 5
Mold Samples ...............................................................................................................7
Conclusions and Recommendations .............................................................................. 11
Appendix I ......................................................................................................................13
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Executive Summary
Palmetto EHS conducted follow-up indoor air quality testing in 33 rooms/areas at St. James
Elementary School in Myrtle Beach, SC on February 10, 2019. The testing was conducted indoors
and outdoors for comparison.
We identified the following conditions during our visit:
• We did not detect musty odors or observe any mold in any of the 33 rooms/areas visited at
St. James Elementary School on the day of our visit.
• The results of the environmental parameter testing revealed that carbon dioxide and
relative humidity was within normal limits in all 33 of the rooms/areas visited on February
10, 2019. Temperature was below normal limits in Portable 197 and Portable 286 but
within normal limits in all of the remaining rooms/areas. The heat was not running in
these portables at the time of our visit.
• Mold spores were not amplified in Rooms A106, A105, A107, A109, A111, A110, E101,
K103, K102, P111, Portable 220, P109, P106, P102, P107, P105, M100 Media Center
Non-Fiction, P103, P100, P117, M104, P112, P114, P118, P116, I111 Multipurpose Gym,
I110, I112, I104, Portable 197, and Portable 286 on February 10, 2019. No further action
is needed in any of these areas.
• Aspergillus/Penicillium mold spores were amplified in Rooms E100 and the Reading
Room on the day of our visit. Although these levels are not dangerous, they do indicate
the presence of an indoor source of Aspergillus/Penicillium that needs to be removed.
Recommendations are provided in the “Conclusions and Recommendations” section of this report.
Scope of Work
Palmetto EHS conducted follow up indoor air quality testing following various levels of surface
cleaning in 33 rooms/areas at St. James Elementary School in Myrtle Beach, SC on February 10,
2019. The purpose of the sampling was to determine if airborne mold spores were elevated above
outdoor levels.
We conducted a walk-through visual assessment, environmental parameter testing and air

sampling for mold spores during our visit.
Materials and Methods
Environmental Parameters
Carbon dioxide (CO2), temperature and relative humidity were measured using a TSI IAQ Calc
direct reading instrument to determine the relative comfort parameters of the subject area and to
evaluate conditions that may promote amplification of microorganisms. The American Society
for Heating, Refrigeration, and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE) has established
guidelines for selected indoor air quality parameters such as temperature, relative humidity (RH)
and carbon dioxide (CO2). These environmental parameters are important determinants for
occupant’s perceptions of thermal comfort, and ASHRAE Standard 55-2004 recommends
ranges for temperature and RH that most occupants (>80%) will find comfortable.
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Acceptable temperature ranges differ from winter to summer and are a function of RH levels
that range between 30% and 60%. RH below 30% is unacceptable because of the effect of dry
air on the eyes, skin and mucous membranes, and RH above 60% may support the growth of
pathogenic or allergenic microorganisms indoors. The following temperature ranges are
considered acceptable based on the standard:
Summer: 74ºF to 80ºF (for RH = 30%) and 73ºF to 78ºF (for RH = 60%).
Winter: 69ºF to 76ºF (for RH = 30%) and 68ºF to 74ºF (for RH = 60%)
The indoor concentration of CO2 is a surrogate for occupant-generated pollutants that may be
odorous, and is an indicator of the adequacy of the rate of outside air supply per occupant
(dilution ventilation). The higher the indoor concentrations of CO2, the less effective the
ventilation system is in dilution of typical indoor air contaminants and body effluents. ASHRAE
standard 62.1-2010 recommends an indoor to outdoor differential concentration of CO2 to be no
greater than 700 parts per million (ppm) to meet comfort (odor) criteria.
Mold Samples
Total (viable and non-viable) airborne fungal (mold) spores were measured indoors and
outdoors using Zefon Air-O-Cell spore traps with a calibrated vacuum pump. Air sampling was
performed indoors and outdoors for comparison. The samples were immediately shipped for
overnight delivery and analyzed by light microscopy for viable and non-viable mold spores by
Scientific Analytical Institute, which is accredited by the American Industrial Hygiene Association
(AIHA).
Microbial testing as a part of this report included testing and analysis for some biological agents
commonly present in indoor air. It did not include testing and analysis for all known biological
agents. Testing for biological contaminants does not include viruses or bacteria, unless
specifically noted otherwise, and then only those viruses and bacteria specified.
Results and Discussion
Visual Assessment
We were asked to collect follow-up air samples for mold in 33 rooms/areas at St. James
Elementary School in Myrtle Beach, SC on February 10, 2019. Twenty-three of those rooms/
areas were previously considered to be amplified after testing was performed on January 21,
2019. Various levels of surface cleaning had been performed in these rooms following the initial
testing. HEPA scrubbers had been used in Rooms P102, P105, and P103 after surface cleaning
had been completed. We did not observe any mold or detect any musty odors in any of the 33
rooms/areas we visited on February 10, 2019, however we did notice area rugs in many of
these areas.
Environmental Parameters
A summary of the environmental parameters tested (temperature, relative humidity, and carbon
dioxide) are provided in Table I. The results of the environmental parameter testing revealed
that carbon dioxide and relative humidity was within normal limits in all 33 of the rooms/areas
visited on February 10, 2019. Temperature was below normal limits in Portable 197 and
Portable 286. It appeared that the HVAC in these rooms was not running and it was a cool day
outside. Temperature was within normal limits in all of the remaining rooms/areas visited.
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Table I: Environmental Parameter Results – February 10, 2019
Carbon Dioxide Relative Humidity Temperature

Location
(ppm) (Percent) (Degrees F)
Outdoors (Average) 469 51 53
Criteria < 1169 30% to 60% 68-76 degrees F
A106 616 36 70
A105 430 41 69
A107 500 34 71
A109 443 37 71
A111 495 36 70
A110 475 37 71
E100 539 32 72
E101 418 34 72
K103 443 38 72
K102 466 35 71
P111 457 43 70
Portable 220 410 34 68
P109 458 39 71
P106 448 48 68
P102 517 44 71
P107 430 42 70
P105 458 39 71
M100 Media Center (Non Fiction) 410 34 71
P103 448 39 71
P100 442 34 71
P117 444 38 71
M104 424 36 71
P112 437 36 71
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Carbon Dioxide Relative Humidity Temperature

Location
(ppm) (Percent) (Degrees F)
P114 460 37 72
P118 462 38 71
P116 425 37 71
I111 (Multipurpose Gym) 527 35 71
I110 410 38 71
I112 (Music) 435 36 71
I104 430 42 71
Portable 197 440 39 67
Portable 286 469 42 59
Reading Room 490 42 70
Mold Samples
We are unaware of regulatory requirements pertaining to mold associated with indoor air quality
at this time. However, there are recognized guidelines for mold remediation from the
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), and New York City Department of Health Bureau of
Environmental & Occupational Disease Epidemiology. Additionally, indoor air quality guidelines
have been suggested for remedial decision-making by the Occupational Safety and Health
Administration (OSHA), and the American Conference of Government Industrial Hygienist
(ACGIH). Some of these guidelines focus on indoor to outdoor comparison, and an evaluation
of fungal types. The interpretation of the results normally relies upon the professional
conducting the assessment.
Airborne microorganisms are ubiquitous; the presence of microorganisms is of undue concern

unless they are of a significant concentration or the predominant types found indoors differ from
those found outdoors. When indoor levels are significantly elevated in relation to outdoor
concentrations, they are considered to be amplified. Therefore, indoor environmental conditions
are such that their growth is facilitated. In general, amplification of microorganisms is present
when the fungi or bacteria concentration in the air substantially exceeds the outdoor air.
Exposure to excessive amounts of some common microorganisms can result in allergic or

respiratory irritation in some susceptible individuals.
Air sampling was performed indoors and outdoors for comparison. Total fungal spore (non-
viable and viable fungi) concentrations were monitored. Summary results of the air samples are
provided in Table II and actual laboratory results are provided in the Appendix.
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Table II: Mold Air Sampling Results – February 10, 2019
Sample Number Location Mold (c/m3) Predominant Types
Ascospores (1140)
M-1 Outdoors 1680 Basidiospores (470)
Cladosporium (78)
Ascospores (1020)
Aspergillus/Penicillium-like (157)
M-2 Outdoors 2470
Basidiospores (784)
Cladosporium (431)
Ascospores (1290)
Basidiospores (744)
M-3 Outdoors 2310 Cladosporium (118)
Curvularia (78)
Myxomycete/Rust/Smut-like (39)
Ascospores (1800)
Basidiospores (1140)
Cladosporium (549)
M-4 Outdoors 4190 Curvularia (196)
Epicoccum (39)
Pithomyces (39)
Ascospores (470)
M-5 A106 1020 Basidiospores (470)
Cladosporium (78)
Ascospores (235)
Cladosporium (78)
Ascospores (313)
Basidiospores (78)
M-8 A109 547
Cladosporium (78)
Pithomyces (78)
Ascospores (157)
Pithomyces (78)
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Ascospores (157)
Basidiospores (157)
M-10 A110 627 Cladosporium (157)
Pithomyces (78)
Ascospores (157)
M-11 E100 2190 Aspergillus/Penicillium-like (1960)
Basidiospores (78)
M-12 E101 NA None Detected
M-13 K103 NA None Detected
M-14 K102 78 Cladosporium (78)
M-15 P111 78 Basidiospores (78)
M-16 Portable 220 78 Ascospores (78)
M-17 P109 NA None Detected
Ascospores (549)
Basidiospores (313)
M-19 P102 1250 Cladosporium (235)
Pithomyces (78)
M-20 P107 78 Ascospores (78)
Ascospores (78)
M-21 P105 235
Basidiospores (157)
M100 Media Center

M-22 NA None Detected
(Non Fiction)
Ascospores (157)
M-23 P103 392 Basidiospores (78)
Nigrospora (157)
Ascospores (157)
M-24 P100 783
Basidiospores (235)
Cladosporium (78)
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M-26 M104 NA None Detected
Ascospores (78)
M-27 P112 156
Cladosporium (78)
M-28 P114 78 Nigrospora (78)
Ascospores (78)
M-29 P118 235
Basidiospores (157)
M-30 P116 78 Ascospores (78)
I111 (Multipurpose
M-31 78 Cladosporium (78)
Gym)
M-32 I110 NA None Detected
M-33 I112 NA None Detected
Ascospores (78)
M-34 I104 234 Basidiospores (78)
Pithomyces (78)
M-35 Portable 197 NA None Detected
Ascospores (78)
Basidiospores (78)
M-36 Portable 286 1020
Cladosporium (313)
Epicoccum (157)
Ascospores (313)
Basidiospores (313)
M-37 Reading Room 3210 Cladosporium (940) 
Nigrospora (78)
Pithomyces (78)
Amplification: Indoor levels substantially exceed outdoor levels.
Abbreviations: c/m3 = total mold spore counts per cubic meter, ND= None Detected
The total mold spore counts in the following rooms/areas were below outdoor levels, and mold
types detected were similar to those found outdoors. Therefore, mold spores were not
considered amplified in the following rooms at the time of our visit on February 10, 2019: A106,
A105, A107, A109, A111, A110, E101, K103, K102, P111, Portable 220, P109, P106, P102,
P107, P105, M100 Media Center Non-Fiction, P103, P100, P117, M104, P112, P114, P118,
P116, I111 Multipurpose Gym, I110, I112, I104, Portable 197, and Portable 286.
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The total mold spore counts in Rooms E100 and the Reading Room were below outdoors
levels, however Aspergillus/Penicillium-like mold spores were detected in these rooms at higher
levels than in the outdoor samples. Therefore, mold spores were considered amplified in Rooms
E100 and the Reading Room on the day of our visit. Although these levels are not dangerous,
they do indicate the presence of an indoor source of Aspergillus/Penicillium that needs to be
removed.
Conclusions and Recommendations

The results of the visual assessment and testing indicate the following:
1. We did not detect musty odors or observe any mold in any of the 33 rooms/areas visited at St.
James Elementary School on the day of our visit.
2. The results of the environmental parameter testing revealed that carbon dioxide and relative
humidity was within normal limits in all 33 of the rooms/areas visited on February 10, 2019.
Temperature was below normal limits in Portable 197 and Portable 286 but within normal
limits in all of the remaining rooms/areas. The heat was not running in these portables at the
time of our visit.
3. Mold spores were not amplified in Rooms A106, A105, A107, A109, A111, A110, E101, K103,
K102, P111, Portable 220, P109, P106, P102, P107, P105, M100 Media Center Non-Fiction,
P103, P100, P117, M104, P112, P114, P118, P116, I111 Multipurpose Gym, I110, I112, I104,
Portable 197, and Portable 286 on February 10, 2019. No further action is needed in any of
these areas.
4. Aspergillus/Penicillium mold spores were amplified in Rooms E100 and the Reading Room on
the day of our visit. Although these levels are not dangerous, they do indicate the presence
of an indoor source of Aspergillus/Penicillium that needs to be removed.
The following recommendations are provided for E100 and the Reading Room:
1. Relocate staff and students from these rooms. Although dangerous conditions ARE NOT
present in these rooms, relocating staff and students will help prevent mold spores from re-
entering the room via shoes and clothing during and after the cleaning process, and will ensure
better results.
2. Remove all area rugs and fabrics from the rooms. Remove all unnecessary cardboard boxes
and paper from the rooms.
3. Thoroughly clean and dry all of the surfaces (walls, floors, furniture, doors, shelves, desks,
chairs, etc) in these rooms with a District approved antimicrobial cleaning agent. This should
include cleaning of any HVAC supply diffusers and return vents. This cleaning should be
performed by a qualified mold remediation company.
4. Once the cleaning has been completed, replace the HVAC filters.
5. HEPA scrubbers must be used in the rooms during and after the cleaning. Please use two
HEPA scrubbers in room E100 due to the size of the room. At the conclusion of the cleaning, the
air scrubbers should run all weekend until the testing is performed on Monday.
6. Follow up air testing should be performed following the cleaning. Please ensure that the rooms
remain unoccupied until test results are received.
Because the most likely source of the amplified mold at St. James Elementary was water intrusion
from roof leaks and/or HVAC condensation on piping above the ceiling tiles in some classrooms
and accumulation of mold spores over time in area rugs in other classrooms, we are providing the
following recommendations for St. James Elementary that will prevent future accumulation of
indoor mold spores and indoor mold growth:
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1. When stained ceiling tiles are observed by staff, they should be immediately reported. The tiles
should be removed by appropriate District personnel and corrective actions should be made if a
roof leak or HVAC condensation is observed once ceiling tiles are removed. Prompt corrective
action will prevent mold growth.
2. To reduce the accumulation of mold spores that are brought in on shoes, either discontinue the
use of all area rugs in the school or institute a cleaning schedule for these rugs. Area rugs can
harbor many allergens including, but not limited to mold spores.
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Appendix I
Analytical Results
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SAI Method B-SOP-003
Client: Palmetto EHS Attn: Colleen Eubanks Lab Order ID: 71903705
100 Old Cherokee Rd
Analysis ID: 71903705_STA
Lexington, SC 29072
Date Received: 02/11/2019
Project: St James Elem- 2019049 Date Reported: 02/12/2019
Date Amended: 02/12/2019
Sample ID M-1 M-2 M-3 EXTERIOR
Lab Sample ID 71903705_STA_001 71903705_STA_002 71903705_STA_003 AVERAGE
Description Outdoors Outdoors Outdoors N/A
Lab Notes N/A
Volume(L) 150 150 150 N/A
Analytical Sensitivity N/A
39 39 39
(counts/m³)
Raw Concentration % Of Raw Concentration % Of Raw Concentration % Of Raw Concentration % Of
IDENTIFICATION
Count (counts/m³) Total Count (counts/m³) Total Count (counts/m³) Total Count (counts/m³) Total
Ascospores 29 1140 67.4% 26 1020 41.3% 33 1290 55.9% 34 1310 49.3%
Aspergillus/ Penicillium-like 4 157 6.35% 1 39.0 1.40%
Basidiospores 12 470. 27.9% 20 784 31.8% 19 744 32.2% 20 784 29.0%
Cladosporium 2 78.0 4.65% 11 431 17.5% 3 118 5.08% 8 294 11.6%
Curvularia 2 78.0 3.39% 2 69.0 2.90%
Epicoccum <1 10.0 N/A
Myxomycete/ Rust/ Smut-like 1 39.0 1.69% 2 69.0 2.90%
Nigrospora
Pithomyces <1 10.0 N/A
Unknown/Other 2 78.0 3.17% 1 39.0 1.69% 2 78.0 2.90%
TOTAL 43 1680 100.% 63 2470 100.% 59 2310 100.% 69 2670 100.%

Non-Cellulosic Fibers - - - - - - - - - - - -
Hyphal Fragments - - - 3 118 - 2 78.0 - 3 118 -
Insect Parts - - - - - - - - - - - -
Pollen - - - 3 118 - 1 39.0 - 2 88.0 -
Skin Cell % of Total Debris 0-20% 0-20% 0-20% N/A
Total Debris in Background 0-20% 20-40% 20-40% N/A
Disclaimer: This report relates only to the samples tested and may not be reproduced, except in full, without the written approval of SAI. Unless otherwise noted blank sample correction was not performed on analytical results. Scientific Analytical Institute participates in the
AIHA EMPAT program for fungi. EMPAT Laboratory ID: 173190. Reporting Limit equals Analytical Sensitivity.
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Description Outdoors A106 A105 N/A
Lab Notes N/A
Volume(L) 150 75 75 N/A
39 78 78
(counts/m³)
IDENTIFICATION
Ascospores 46 1800 43.0% 6 470. 46.2% 3 235 50.0% 34 1310 49.3%
Aspergillus/ Penicillium-like 1 39.0 1.40%
Basidiospores 29 1140 27.1% 6 470. 46.2% 2 157 33.3% 20 784 29.0%
Cladosporium 14 549 13.1% 1 78.0 7.69% 1 78.0 16.7% 8 294 11.6%
Curvularia 5 196 4.67% 2 69.0 2.90%
Epicoccum 1 39.0 0.935% <1 10.0 N/A
Myxomycete/ Rust/ Smut-like 6 235 5.61% 2 69.0 2.90%
Nigrospora
Pithomyces 1 39.0 0.935% <1 10.0 N/A
Unknown/Other 5 196 4.67% 2 78.0 2.90%
TOTAL 107 4190 100.% 13 1020 100.% 6 470. 100.% 69 2670 100.%
Hyphal Fragments 7 274 - 2 157 - 1 78.0 - 3 118 -
Insect Parts - - - - - - - - - - - -
Pollen 5 196 - 2 157 - 1 78.0 - 2 88.0 -
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Description A107 A109 A111 N/A
Lab Notes N/A
Volume(L) 75 75 75 N/A
78 78 78
(counts/m³)
IDENTIFICATION
Ascospores 4 313 57.1% 2 157 28.6% 34 1310 49.3%
Basidiospores 1 78.0 100.% 1 78.0 14.3% 4 313 57.1% 20 784 29.0%
Cladosporium 1 78.0 14.3% 8 294 11.6%
Curvularia 2 69.0 2.90%
Myxomycete/ Rust/ Smut-like 2 69.0 2.90%
Nigrospora
Pithomyces 1 78.0 14.3% 1 78.0 14.3% <1 10.0 N/A
Unknown/Other 2 78.0 2.90%
TOTAL 7 547 100.% 7 548 100.% 69 2670 100.%

1 78.0 100.%
Non-Cellulosic Fibers - - - - - - - - -
- - -
Hyphal Fragments - - - 2 157 - 3 118 -
1 78.0 -
Insect Parts - - - - - - - - -
- - -
Pollen 1 78.0 - 1 78.0 - 2 88.0 -
1 78.0 -
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Description A110 E100 E101 N/A
Lab Notes N/A
78 78 78
(counts/m³)
IDENTIFICATION
Ascospores 2 157 25.0% 2 157 7.14% 34 1310 49.3%
Basidiospores 2 157 25.0% 1 78.0 3.57% 20 784 29.0%
Cladosporium 2 157 25.0% 8 294 11.6%
Nigrospora No Spores Detected
Pithomyces 1 78.0 12.5% <1 10.0 N/A
TOTAL 8 627 100.% 28 2190 100.% <1 <78.4 N/A 69 2670 100.%
Hyphal Fragments 3 235 - - - - - - - 3 118 -
Insect Parts - - - - - - - - - - - -
Pollen 1 78.0 - - - - - - - 2 88.0 -
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Description K103 K102 P111 N/A
Lab Notes N/A
78 78 78
(counts/m³)
IDENTIFICATION
Ascospores 34 1310 49.3%
Basidiospores 1 78.0 100.% 20 784 29.0%
Cladosporium 1 78.0 100.% 8 294 11.6%
TOTAL <1 <78.4 N/A 69 2670 100.%

1 78.0 100.% 1 78.0 100.%
Non-Cellulosic Fibers - - - - - -
- - - - - -
Hyphal Fragments - - - 3 118 -
- - - - - -
Insect Parts - - - - - -
- - - - - -
Pollen - - - 2 88.0 -
- - - - - -
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Description Portable 220 P109 P106 N/A
Lab Notes N/A
78 78 78
(counts/m³)
IDENTIFICATION
Ascospores 1 78.0 100.% 34 1310 49.3%
Basidiospores 20 784 29.0%
Cladosporium 8 294 11.6%
Nigrospora No Spores Detected No Spores Detected
TOTAL <1 <78.4 N/A <1 <78.4 N/A 69 2670 100.%

1 78.0 100.%
- - -
Hyphal Fragments - - - - - - 3 118 -
- - -
Insect Parts - - - - - - - - -
- - -
Pollen - - - - - - 2 88.0 -
- - -
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Description P102 P107 P105 N/A
Lab Notes N/A
78 78 78
(counts/m³)
IDENTIFICATION
Ascospores 7 549 43.8% 1 78.0 100.% 1 78.0 33.3% 34 1310 49.3%
Basidiospores 4 313 25.0% 2 157 66.7% 20 784 29.0%
Cladosporium 3 235 18.8% 8 294 11.6%
Nigrospora
Pithomyces 1 78.0 6.25% <1 10.0 N/A
TOTAL 16 1250 100.% 3 235 100.% 69 2670 100.%

1 78.0 100.%
- - -
Hyphal Fragments 7 549 - - - - 3 118 -
- - -
Insect Parts - - - - - - - - -
- - -
Pollen 3 235 - - - - 2 88.0 -
1 78.0 -
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Description M100 Non-Fiction P103 P100 N/A
Lab Notes N/A
78 78 78
(counts/m³)
IDENTIFICATION
Ascospores 2 157 40.0% 2 157 20.0% 34 1310 49.3%
Basidiospores 1 78.0 20.0% 3 235 30.0% 20 784 29.0%
Cladosporium 1 78.0 10.0% 8 294 11.6%
Nigrospora No Spores Detected 2 157 40.0%
TOTAL <1 <78.4 N/A 5 392 100.% 10 783 100.% 69 2670 100.%
Hyphal Fragments - - - 1 78.0 - - - - 3 118 -
Insect Parts - - - - - - - - - - - -
Pollen - - - - - - - - - 2 88.0 -
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Lexington, SC 29072
Description P117 M104 P112 N/A
Lab Notes N/A
78 78 78
(counts/m³)
IDENTIFICATION
Ascospores 1 78.0 50.0% 34 1310 49.3%
Cladosporium 1 78.0 50.0% 8 294 11.6%
TOTAL <1 <78.4 N/A <1 <78.4 N/A 2 156 100.% 69 2670 100.%
Hyphal Fragments - - - - - - 3 235 - 3 118 -
Insect Parts - - - - - - - - - - - -
Pollen - - - - - - 2 157 - 2 88.0 -
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Lexington, SC 29072
Description P114 P118 P116 N/A
Lab Notes N/A
78 78 78
(counts/m³)
IDENTIFICATION
Ascospores 1 78.0 33.3% 1 78.0 100.% 34 1310 49.3%
Basidiospores 2 157 66.7% 20 784 29.0%
Cladosporium 8 294 11.6%
Nigrospora 1 78.0 100.%
TOTAL 3 235 100.% 69 2670 100.%

1 78.0 100.% 1 78.0 100.%
- - - - - -
Hyphal Fragments - - - 3 118 -
- - - - - -
- - - - - -
Pollen - - - 2 88.0 -
- - - 1 78.0 -
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100 Old Cherokee Rd
Lexington, SC 29072
Description I111(Multipurpose Gym) I110 I112 N/A
Lab Notes N/A
78 78 78
(counts/m³)
IDENTIFICATION
Ascospores 34 1310 49.3%
Cladosporium 1 78.0 100.% 8 294 11.6%
TOTAL <1 <78.4 N/A <1 <78.4 N/A 69 2670 100.%

1 78.0 100.%
- - -
Hyphal Fragments - - - - - - 3 118 -
- - -
Insect Parts - - - - - - - - -
- - -
Pollen - - - - - - 2 88.0 -
- - -
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100 Old Cherokee Rd
Lexington, SC 29072
Description I-104 Portable 197 Portable 286 N/A
Lab Notes N/A
78 78 78
(counts/m³)
IDENTIFICATION
Ascospores 1 78.0 33.3% 1 78.0 7.69% 34 1310 49.3%
Basidiospores 1 78.0 33.3% 1 78.0 7.69% 20 784 29.0%
Cladosporium 4 313 30.8% 8 294 11.6%
Epicoccum 2 157 15.4% <1 10.0 N/A
Myxomycete/ Rust/ Smut-like 2 157 15.4% 2 69.0 2.90%
Pithomyces 1 78.0 33.3% <1 10.0 N/A
TOTAL 3 234 100.% <1 <78.4 N/A 13 1020 100.% 69 2670 100.%
Hyphal Fragments 1 78.0 - - - - 2 157 - 3 118 -
Insect Parts - - - - - - - - - - - -
Pollen - - - - - - 1 78.0 - 2 88.0 -
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100 Old Cherokee Rd
Lexington, SC 29072
Sample ID M-37 EXTERIOR
Lab Sample ID 71903705_STA_037 AVERAGE
Description Reading Room N/A
Lab Notes N/A
Volume(L) 75 N/A
78
(counts/m³)
Raw Concentration % Of Raw Concentration % Of
IDENTIFICATION
Count (counts/m³) Total Count (counts/m³) Total
Ascospores 4 313 9.76% 34 1310 49.3%
Basidiospores 4 313 9.76% 20 784 29.0%
Cladosporium 12 940. 29.3% 8 294 11.6%
Nigrospora 1 78.0 2.44%
Pithomyces 1 78.0 2.44% <1 10.0 N/A
TOTAL 41 3210 100.% 69 2670 100.%

Hyphal Fragments 5 392 - 3 118 -
Pollen 1 78.0 - 2 88.0 -
Skin Cell % of Total Debris 40-60% N/A
Total Debris in Background 40-60% N/A
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Indoor Air Quality Testing

Palme5o EHS Report No: 2019049

Horry County Schools

Palme5o EHS, LLC

February 13, 2019

Horry County Schools

Attention: Ms. Tammy Trulove

Reference: REPORT OF INDOOR AIR QUALITY TESTING

Dear Ms. Trulove:

Palmetto EHS, LLC | 100 Old Cherokee Rd. Ste. F #163

Executive Summary ..........................................................................................................4

We identified the following conditions during our visit:

We conducted a walk-through visual assessment, environmental parameter testing and air

Materials and Methods

Results and Discussion

Carbon Dioxide Relative Humidity Temperature

Outdoors (Average) 469 51 53

Criteria < 1169 30% to 60% 68-76 degrees F

Portable 220 410 34 68

M100 Media Center (Non Fiction) 410 34 71

Carbon Dioxide Relative Humidity Temperature

I111 (Multipurpose Gym) 527 35 71

I112 (Music) 435 36 71

Portable 197 440 39 67

Portable 286 469 42 59

Reading Room 490 42 70

Airborne microorganisms are ubiquitous; the presence of microorganisms is of undue concern

Exposure to excessive amounts of some common microorganisms can result in allergic or

Sample Number Location Mold (c/m3) Predominant Types

M-7 A107 78 Basidiospores (78)

Sample Number Location Mold (c/m3) Predominant Types

M-12 E101 NA None Detected

M-13 K103 NA None Detected

M-14 K102 78 Cladosporium (78)

M-15 P111 78 Basidiospores (78)

M-16 Portable 220 78 Ascospores (78)

M-17 P109 NA None Detected

M-18 P106 NA None Detected

M-20 P107 78 Ascospores (78)

M100 Media Center

M-25 P117 NA None Detected

Sample Number Location Mold (c/m3) Predominant Types

M-26 M104 NA None Detected

M-28 P114 78 Nigrospora (78)

M-30 P116 78 Ascospores (78)

M-32 I110 NA None Detected

M-33 I112 NA None Detected

M-35 Portable 197 NA None Detected

Amplification: Indoor levels substantially exceed outdoor levels.

Conclusions and Recommendations

TOTAL 43 1680 100.% 63 2470 100.% 59 2310 100.% 69 2670 100.%

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TOTAL 7 547 100.% 7 548 100.% 69 2670 100.%

Darrin Parrick (37)

B-F-028 r15 1/16/2021 Analyst Approved Signatory

Darrin Parrick (37)

B-F-028 r15 1/16/2021 Analyst Approved Signatory

TOTAL <1 <78.4 N/A 69 2670 100.%

Darrin Parrick (37)

B-F-028 r15 1/16/2021 Analyst Approved Signatory

TOTAL <1 <78.4 N/A <1 <78.4 N/A 69 2670 100.%

Darrin Parrick (37)

Palmetto EHS, LLC | 100 Old Cherokee Rd. Ste. F #163 