Asbestos Services
m.a.c. Paran Consulting Services, Inc., was founded on our expertise in the field of asbestos. We pride ourselves on providing our clients with efficient and cost-effective strategies for asbestos materials assessment and remediation while minimizing health and environmental risks.
m.a.c Paran offers the following asbestos related services:
- Commercial and Residential Asbestos Inspections
- School (AHERA) Inspections and Re-Inspections
- Asbestos Operations & Maintenance Plans (O&M)
- Specification for Removal Development
- Bid Document Preparation
- Third Party Oversight and Project Monitoring
- Air Monitoring and Final Clearance Sampling
- Turn-Key Asbestos Abatement Contracting
- Professional Asbestos Training
Our experience and vast knowledge of regional regulations and abatement contractors saves our clients time and money during the abatement process.
Environmental Due Diligence
m.a.c. Paran investigates and advises their clients on environmental issues that can effect property transactions and development decisions. These issues can determine the development strategy for commercial and residential properties. The up front knowledge and understanding of potential environmental liability helps our clients achieve success while minimizing environmental risk.
m.a.c Paran offers the following environmental due diligence services:
- Phase I Environmental Site Assessment (ASTM 1527-05)
- Phase II Subsurface Soil and Ground Water Investigations
- Pre-Demolition/Renovation Asbestos Surveys
- XRF Lead-Based Paint Surveys
- Radon Survey
- Lead-In-Drinking Water Testing
- Indoor Air Quality and Mold Testing
- Hazardous Material Assessment, Inventory and Removal
Our turn-key service saves our clients time and money when multiple scopes of work are required. m.a.c. Paran takes pride in utilizing environmental strategies to create innovative solutions and cost-saving options for addressing environmental dilemmas. We utilize our knowledge of local regulations and environmental settings to create cost effective and timely solutions for our clients.
Indoor Air Quality & Mold Remediation
m.a.c. Paran has extensive moisture, mold investigation and indoor air quality (IAQ) experience. When excessive moisture accumulates in buildings or on building materials, mold growth will often occur, particularly if the moisture problem remains undiscovered or unaddressed. Molds can be found almost anywhere; they can grow, as long as moisture is present, on wood, paper, carpet, foods, and insulation. Let us diagnose and resolve your moisture and mold problems.
m.a.c Paran offers the following moisture and mold investigation services:
- Infrared Building Survey
- Moisture Intrusion Investigation
- Confirmation of Wet Materials Using Moisture Meters
- Invasive Investigation Using Environmental Controls
- Digital Photo Documentation
- State-of-the-Art Microbial Sampling and Analysis
- Microbial Remediation Specification or Work Plan
- Microbial Remediation Project Oversight
- Legal Expert Services
m.a.c. Paran can also assess and advise their clients on Indoor environmental quality (IEQ) issues that can affect worker health, comfort, and productivity. Americans spend 90% of their time indoors where pollutant levels can be 2 to 5 times higher than outdoor levels. Building performance can deteriorate incrementally over time until major comfort and ventilation problems are encountered.
m.a.c Paran offers the following IEQ and building performance services:
- IEQ Management Program
- Thermal Comfort Measurement and Verification
- HVAC Maintenance and Hygiene Inspection
- Airflow and Pressure Differential Measurement
- Ventilation Assessment
- Infrared Energy/Moisture Survey
- Moisture and Mold Investigation
- Pollutant Measurement
- LEED Professional Services
Our team can include remediation services that save our clients time and money by using our pre-approved contractors. m.a.c. Paran takes pride in utilizing proven moisture and mold diagnostic strategies. We strive to create cost effective and timely solutions for our clients.
Lead
Lead is a highly toxic metal that may cause a range of health problems, especially in young children. When lead is absorbed into the body, it can cause damage to the brain and other vital organs like the kidneys, nerves and blood. Lead may also cause behavioral problems, learning disabilities, seizures and in extreme cases, death. Lead-based paint was commonly used on interior and exterior surfaces prior to the United States ban in 1978.
m.a.c Paran offers the following lead related services:
- Lead-Based Paint Inspections
- Lead Risk Assessments
- Lead Final Clearance Assessment & Testing
- Lead Abatement Project Management & Design
- Lead Abatement Project Oversight
- Negative Exposure Assessments
- Lead Awareness Training
m.a.c. Paran has six certified lead professionals on staff in order to service our clients needs promptly, as final clearance can be a time-sensitive issue.
Radon
m.a.c. Paran is capable of providing radon measurement services for single and multi-family residential dwellings, commercial buildings, and schools. Radon testing is now required in all Ohio primary an secondary schools under new school safety and inspection rules, also known as "Jarods Law", effective September 27, 2007. m.a.c. Paran specializes in large scale measurement projects and has conducted testing for numerous Ohio school districts. In an effort to determine the type of radon-resistant construction techniques to use during new building development, we are also capable of conducting baseline screenings of raw land.
m.a.c Paran offers the following radon related services:
- School Assessments, including large districts
- Commercial Buildings
- Base Line Surveys for Radon-Resistant Construction
- Residential Real Estate Transactions
- Residential – Concerned Home Owner
- Multi-family Residential Assessments
Our personnel have met the requirements and are certified by the Radon Proficiency Program for radon measurement services from the National Environmental Health Association (NEHA-NRPP) and are licensed with the Ohio Department of Health. We are also affiliated with the American Association of Radon Scientists & Technologists (AARST) and the Ohio Association of Radon Professionals (OARP).
Safety Consulting & Training
m.a.c. Paran Consulting Services believes that an effective health and safety program relies on a well-trained work force. To help meet your training needs, we provide an atmosphere conducive to learning. In addition, we carefully identify your specific operational needs to customize our program, maximizing its value to you.
m.a.c Paran offers the following safety and training services:
- Asbestos Awareness
- Lead Awareness
- PCM Microscopy (NIOSH 582 Equivalent)
- Hazard Communication (Hazcom)
- Confined Space Training
- Lock Out Tag Out (L.O.T.O)
- Bloodborne Pathogen
- Mold Investigation and Remediation
- First Aid and CPR
Our knowledge of safety and our ability to train workers on-site gives us the edge when providing site safety and project management for our clients.
Select Projects for our Regional Customers
The following section is a listing of representative project descriptions that demonstrate m.a.c. Paran’s capabilities and experience.
Cincinnati Metropolitan Housing Authority
m.a.c. Paran has been contracted by CMHA to provide project management for the asbestos removal project conducted at English Woods and Laurel/ Lincoln Housing Projects. Services included: project management, onsite project surveillance; area air sampling; clearance air sampling and inspections; written documentation; permit required confined space identification; permit required confined space training; and permit required confined space entrance oversight. The projects lasted 12 months in duration.
Greater Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport
m.a.c. Paran conducted asbestos inspections and monitoring in over 400 residential properties as part of the Federal Aviation Administration Noise Abatement Program for the greater Northern Kentucky/Cincinnati area. A final report was developed to document material type, location, condition, and abatement cost estimates. m.a.c. Paran was also retained to develop both asbestos abatement and building demolition specifications, and perform project management within approximately 200 houses.
University of Cincinnati Medical Center
m.a.c. Paran has worked for U.C. Medical Center for the past ten years to provide asbestos and lead-based paint containing materials management. Of special mention is m.a.c. Paran's management of asbestos abatement prior to demolition of H Pavilion. Technical services for both asbestos and lead have included inspection, project management, abatement design, inspections, area and clearance sampling, and final report submission.
Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center
m.a.c. Paran Consulting Services, Inc. was contracted to conduct a facility wide asbestos-containing material inspection for Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center. Post-inspection, a report was submitted which included executive summary, sampling strategy, line drawings, sampling data, and certificates and licenses for personnel and equipment. Technical services subsequent to the inspections have included project management, abatement design, inspections, area sampling, clearance sampling, and final report submission.
Dayton Metropolitan Housing Authority (Hope VI Project)
m.a.c. Paran Consulting Services, Inc. was contracted by DMHA to provide a Phase I audit , lead inspection, asbestos inspection, specification development and project management within 3 housing complexes as part of the Hope VI revitalization project. The three sites encompassed 213 units.
Additional DMHA project work included:
- Wilmington Hi-Rise: Asbestos Services
- Grand Avenue Hi-Rise: Asbestos and Mold Survey
- DeSoto Bass: Phase I ESA (65 buildings/21 acres)
- Park Side Homes: Phase I ESA (560 units/45 acres)
- Caliph Housing Complex: Lead Inspection (38 units)
Kettering City School District
Project design and management of the district-wide renovation and demolition project involving 12 schools. The ongoing project has lasted approximately 2 years in duration, encompassing over 350 separate abatement work areas. m. a.c. Paran also conducts the 3-year re-inspections of the entire school district.
Oakwood City School District
Asbestos project design and management of district-wide renovation project. m.a.c. Paran Consulting Services, Inc. has provide project management for the past 3 years.
Middletown City Schools
3-year asbestos re-inspection and 6 month re-assessments of all Middletown City Schools. Total square footage of 18 district buildings is 1.2 million square feet. Project design and management of asbestos prior to demolition and renovation of several district schools.
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