CSR Engineering, Inc. conducted a detailed hazardous materials survey for two adjacent buildings located on South Brown Street in Springfield, Tennessee, to support safe and compliant redevelopment. The survey was designed to meet the requirements of the National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP) for pre-demolition asbestos inspections and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards for worker protection during demolition activities. By identifying asbestos-containing materials (ACM) and other hazardous substances, this assessment ensured regulatory compliance and guided the proper handling and disposal of identified materials to minimize environmental and occupational health risks. 

Scope of Services 

• Asbestos Survey: CSR performed a thorough inspection of the buildings for asbestos-containing materials (ACM), collecting 23 bulk samples of suspect materials such as floor tiles, ceiling tiles, drywall, joint compounds, and roofing materials. Laboratory analysis confirmed non-friable ACM in two small areas of one building, necessitating abatement measures prior to demolition. All sampling was conducted in accordance with NESHAP guidelines and AHERA protocols to ensure accurate identification and regulatory compliance. 

• Hazardous Building Materials Inspection: CSR conducted a comprehensive visual assessment of each building for hazardous materials that might require special handling or disposal. Identified materials included mercury-containing fluorescent tubes, PCB-containing fluorescent light ballasts, and leftover paint cans. Approximately 80 fluorescent tubes were identified in each building, requiring removal and disposal as universal or recycled waste at an approved facility. CSR also evaluated older equipment for potential PCB oil contamination and confirmed no additional concerns. 

• Regulatory Compliance and Recommendations: CSR ensured that all inspection and sampling procedures adhered to applicable NESHAP and OSHA standards, safeguarding workers and the surrounding environment from exposure risks. The findings and recommendations provided in the survey guided the client in planning for appropriate abatement, removal, and disposal measures during demolition, thereby minimizing liability and ensuring a safe redevelopment process.