Update 11/17/21:
Upon further detailed investigation, classrooms 221 & 214 were found to be unaffected by the mechanical failure. Because these classrooms continue to be appropriately served by building HVAC systems as before, the recently installed portable filtration units will be relocated to areas where they provide needed benefits.
We appreciate your understanding. If you have any questions, please contact the Work Control Center at 541-346-2319 or email workcontrolcenter@uoregon.edu.
Update 11/15/21:
McKenzie Hall faculty and staff,
In response to the water intrusion in room 127, facilities deployed portable air filtration units over the weekend so classes could be scheduled today. Some of the units are operating at higher noise levels and will be replaced with quieter units today. Facilities is investigating why the sump pump failure alarms did not function and have installed temporary water detection alarms in addition to supporting ongoing mitigation efforts.
Due to flooding with greywater, the following mitigation actions are underway, including engagement of restoration contractors:
- Remove loose items from the space.
- Catalog damaged items of value as a loss.
- Clean and disinfect the mechanical room.
- Clean and disinfect HVAC unit, remove and replace all damaged insulation.
- Clean and disinfect return-air ductwork and duct insulation that was below the waterline.
The affected HVAC system is expected to remain offline for at least 2-3 weeks and until HVAC cleaning and restoration activities are complete. Portable HEPA units will remain in place until the successful cleaning and testing of the HVAC system is complete.
The restoration contractors are working under the scope provided by Environmental Health and Safety professionals.
We appreciate your understanding. If you have any questions, please contact the Work Control Center at 541-346-2319 or email workcontrolcenter@uoregon.edu
Original Notice:
Over the weekend, McKenzie Hall mechanical room 127 was flooded with multiple feet of water. The water containment and clean up are complete. However, the HVAC system has been impacted and will remain offline for specific classrooms (listed below) until the system can be repaired or replaced. HEPA units have been set up in the affected classrooms to ensure proper air circulation and filtration. These are the same type of HEPA units that are currently used in older buildings across campus that do not have existing HVAC systems.
The affected areas in McKenzie may see some comfort impacts until the HVAC system is back online. Some of the HEPA units currently in place are the louder industrial style. These will be exchanged for the quieter commercial styles as those become available.
More information will be communicated this week as the repair needs and timelines are identified.
IMPACTED CLASSROOMS:
121
122
123
125
129
214
221
229
We appreciate your understanding. If you have any questions, please contact the Work Control Center at 541-346-2319 or email workcontrolcenter@uoregon.edu