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Table 2 Swab Sample Results <br /> Sample Location Observed Mold Types <br /> Dorm W(IRC-1) Cladosporium—Light Growth <br /> Stachybotrys—Very Heavy Growth <br /> Dorm E (IRC-2) Cladosporium—Light Growth <br /> Ready Room A/C (IRC-3) Cladosporium—Moderate Growth <br /> Ready Room W(IRC-4) Cladosporium—Very Light Growth <br /> CONCLUSIONS <br /> Based on our visual observations and test results we offer the following conclusions: <br /> • Amec Foster Wheeler observed limited areas with Station 7 with water staining, water damage <br /> and limited areas of mold growth as confirmed by surface swab testing. Some issues in the <br /> building have been addressed as recommended in Amec Foster Wheeler's 2014 assessment <br /> report, and some remain to be completed. Amec Foster Wheeler understands that IRC is in <br /> the process of addressing remaining areas in need of repair or remediation. Assessment <br /> methods by ESI were generally observed to be typical of an engineering investigation. <br /> • As mentioned earlier, ESI utilized Mycometer e and Bactiquant®test methods. While the <br /> technical basis of the Mycometer® method has been evaluated by the U.S. EPA, these tests <br /> are not accepted by the scientific community to be a surrogate for actual traditional analysis of <br /> fungi on surfaces and the interpretation guidelines associated with the Mycometer®have not <br /> been verified by any independent entity. <br /> • Surface moisture levels in all areas evaluated show no elevated levels of surface moisture or <br /> other indications of active water intrusion. <br /> • Mold growth was observed in three localized areas: <br /> - 1 ft2 area on ceiling tile in dormitory (IRC-1); <br /> - Small area (<2 ft2) on return grill in Dormitory (IRC-2); <br /> - Small area (<2 ft2) on A/C return in Dormitory(IRC-3); and <br /> - Ceiling space adjacent to air supply in Ready Room with rust and slight mold growth <br /> (IRC-4). <br /> 7 <br /> 19 <br />