Air Quality Walkthrough Inspection Checklist

• Prepared by

• Building/Room/Area

• Conducted on

  Date
• Location
  Address

Ground Level

• Ensured that ventilation units operate properly

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Ensured there are no obstructions blocking air intakes

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Checked for nests and droppings near outdoor air intakes

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Determined that dumpsters are located away from doors, windows, and outdoor air intakes

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Checked potential sources of air contaminants near the building (chimneys, stacks, industrial plants, exhaust from nearby buildings)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Ensured that vehicles avoid idling near outdoor air intakes

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Minimized pesticide application

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Ensured that there is proper drainage away from the building (including roof downspouts)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Ensured that sprinklers spray away from the building and outdoor air intakes

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Ensured that walk-off mats are used at exterior entrances and that they are cleaned regularly

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Roof

• Ensured that the roof is in good condition

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Checked for evidence of water ponding

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Checked that ventilation units operate properly (air flows in)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Ensured that exhaust fans operate properly (air flows out)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Ensured that air intakes remain open, even at minimum setting

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Checked for nests and droppings near outdoor air intakes

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Ensured that air from plumbing stacks and exhaust outlets flows away from outdoor air intakes

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Attic

• Checked for evidence of roof and plumbing leaks

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Checked for birds and animal nests

  Yes

  No

  N/A

General Considerations

• Ensured that temperature and humidity are maintained within acceptable ranges

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Ensured that no obstructions exist in supply and exhaust vents

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Checked for odors

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Checked for signs of mold and mildew growth

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Checked for signs of water damage

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Checked for evidence of pests and obvious food sources

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Noted and reviewed all concerns from office occupants

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Bathrooms and General Plumbing

• Ensured that bathrooms and restrooms have operating exhaust fans

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Ensured proper drain trap maintenance:

• Water is poured down floor drains once per week (approx. 1 quart of water)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Water is poured into sinks at least once per week (about 2 cups of water)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Toilets are flushed at least once per week

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Maintenance Supplies

• Ensured that chemicals are used only with adequate ventilation and when building is unoccupied

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Ensured that vents in chemical and trash storage areas are operating properly

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Ensured that portable fuel containers are properly closed

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Ensured that power equipment, like snowblowers and lawn mowers, have been serviced and maintained according to manufacturers’ guidelines

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Combustion Appliances

• Checked for combustion gas and fuel odors

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Ensured that combustion appliances have flues or exhaust hoods

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Checked for leaks, disconnections, and deterioration

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Ensured there is no soot on inside or outside of flue components

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Other

• Checked for peeling and flaking paint (if the building was built before 1980, this could be a lead hazard)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Determined date of last radon test

  Yes

  No

  N/A
Sign off

• Signature of safety officer or inspector

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