A Complete Guide To Detailed Site Investigation NSW

If an individual is in the process of acquiring new land in NSW or developing a piece of land, there must be a need to know the past and present condition of that piece of land as it may be contaminated in the past or in the present. It can be said that conducting comprehensive site investigations may offer this perspective. 

Site investigations come in two main forms: Preliminary Site Investigation NSW can be defined as site investigations that are carried out at an early stage of a project while detailed site investigations are those that are conducted after preliminary site investigations have been conducted. The initial investigation of a site or an initial site assessment or an PSI NSW is the first step in assessing a property for contamination. 

It entails surveying through documents such as historical documents, aerial images, reports and other relevant documents to establish the previous uses of the land that would have led to pollution including, for instance, old stations, factories, storage facilities etc. A site visit is also made to observe any physical signs of pollution. 

Detailed Site Investigation NSW

A Detailed Site Investigation NSW comprehensively assesses the concentrations of the contaminants in soil, water and vapors over a particular area by conducting numerous samples and analyzing them in the laboratory. It assists in establishing the nature and degree of contamination which is present to make necessary clean up if they are contaminated. DSIs entail a lot of work that can only be done by environmental consultants with adequate time to develop the strategies to be implemented. 

In NSW the laws governing site contamination and remediation are provided under the Contaminated Land Management Act 1997. It is strongly recommended that all PSIs and DSIs are conducted by consultants accredited under the Environment Institute of Australia and New Zealand Certified Environmental Practitioner (Site Contamination) program to help ensure quality. 

Sydney Environmental’s certified site contamination experts have done thousands of PSIs, DSIs, and remediation projects within Sydney for more than 25 years. Choose to contact our team today to seek advice on property due diligence or site development services.

A Brief Guide to Contamination Report Sydney - Everything You Must Know!

As a result of this, pollution becomes a very sensitive factor that needs to be considered when developing property in Sydney. Other historic uses of land include industrial activities such as manufacturing firms, petrol stations, dry cleaning facilities, and other businesses that discharge toxic substances into the soil and water table. These contaminants can cause harm to the ecosystem and people’s health and are also a legal nugatory for owners of the properties.

Before embarking on any large construction project, buying land or structures, or even restructuring a piece of land in Sydney, it is always advisable to undertake a professional Contamination Assessment Sydney. The former identifies and evaluates the possible risks of contamination by analyzing the prior and present usage of the property, which is also called a Phase 1 Environmental Site Assessment. If a potential area of concern is identified, then Phase 2 entails collecting samples of the soil, water and air to test for hazardous substances at approved environmental laboratories. 

Contamination Report Sydney

We have a wide network of professionals who have a deep understanding of the Contamination Report Sydney area. All our assessments abide by the norms set by the New South Wales Environment Protection Authority. We perceive all legal obligations on the disclosure of such information to the authorities and the buyers in an efficient manner. The safety of our clients together with assistance in risk management of environmental aspects are always a priority. 

If any contamination issue is identified we formulate specific decontamination plans to address the problem effectively in preparation for development activities. Our environmental consultants then assist the clients in the process of seeking approvals from the relevant authorities that may permit construction to commence. We also perform validation testing and monitoring support during and after cleanup has been conducted. 

The welfare of people and the environment must be considered the ultimate priority of any construction project. Another advantage that contamination assessment offers is that big-picture definition of risks, which offers that invaluable confidence and assurance. When you are about to embark on a construction project in Sydney, please consult us to establish how best to assess the history and current state of your site.