Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) Evaluations / Building Sciences

Saban’s staff of experienced professionals and Certified Industrial Hygienist-directed staff, have conducted numerous indoor environment quality evaluations with inspection and measurement of a wide range of building issues, both proactive and complaint-driven. Surveys have been conducted in industry, health care facilities, office buildings, commercial and industrial facilities.  We conduct comprehensive OSHA and state of the art indoor air quality monitoring evaluations designed to address potential IAQ hazards as part of a periodic surveillance program, specific & non-specific complaints, reoccurring employee health concerns, and occupancy issues.  Services include:

ü Asbestos, Carbon Monoxide, Formaldehyde, Lead, Radon;

ü Building Remediation Surveillance;

ü Building Remediation Surveillance;

ü Comfort and Acceptability Indices;

ü Occupant Interviews and Questionnaires;

ü Sampling for Bacteria, Mold, & other Allergens or Pathogens;

ü Laboratory Analysis;

ü Ventilation System Assessment;

ü Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) & Source Identification;

Asbestos, Carbon Monoxide, Formaldehyde, Lead, Radon

These are a few of the more common exposure concerns raised by building occupants or owners, the list of potential contaminants is extensive. Selection is generally based on building configuration and history, or specific client requests.

Building Remediation Surveillance

We develop remediation plans for contaminant removal, establish criteria for post-remediation assessment, and conduct follow-up inspections. Services include development of protective measures for remediation personnel and building occupants.

Comfort and Acceptability Indices

Measurements of air temperature, humidity, and carbon dioxide are almost always included in building air quality surveys. These are conducted with direct reading instruments and results compared to those contained in the American Society of Heating, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Engineers) standards for indoor air.

Bacteria, Mold, other Allergens or Pathogens

Samples are collected from all mediums (air, HVAC equipment, carpet, floors, walls, etc.) for analysis of a wide range of potential biological contaminants, depending on site-specific circumstances.  Examples of analysis available include fungi (mold and yeast), bacteria including special cases such as Legionella and Mycobacterium, common allergens and endotoxins, to name those most often analyzed.

Analyses are obtained from laboratories that participate in the Environmental Microbiology Accredited Laboratories Program) administered by the AIHA.

Ventilation System Assessment

In order for ventilation systems to effectively remove contaminants from the work environment, they must be designed properly and maintained in good working order. Ducts often become blocked over time when handling dusty materials or after collecting large objects (bags, hats, etc.).

Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) & Source Identification

VOCs are chemicals often associated with off-gassing from building furnishings and components; construction activities, operations within the building using chemical agents, fuel combustion, or outside sources.  Air sampling and analysis, gained in during a building inspection, can help identify potential sources.