Environmental
contamination is becoming an issue of increased prominence to both the property
owner, developer, and investor in Sydney. Be it to buy, develop, or adapt a
given piece of property, you should know about the environmental condition of
the site. And this is where Phase 1 Contamination Reports and Phase 2
Contamination Report Sydney come in.
What
is a Phase 1 Contamination Report?
A Phase 1 Contamination Report Sydney is simply an environmental assessment screening aimed at
identifying potential contamination risks that may exist within a site. The
report better understands the discussion of historical and current land uses
that may lead to contamination. A Phase 1 report contains the following central
aspects:
● Site
inspection that will describe existing conditions
● Research
into historical records on land use, aerial photographs, and planning
documents.
● An
evaluation of potential contamination from past actions such as industrial
processes or inadequate waste disposal.
● This report can be holistic and non-intrusive without testing further. It is a necessary first step to determine if further investigation will be required, such as a Phase 2 Contamination Report .
What
is a Phase 2 Contamination Report?
If the Phase 1 Contamination Report Sydney indicates presence and possible contamination, a Phase 2 Contamination Report Sydney is carried out to confirm and assess the impacts of contamination. It entails detailed sampling and testing, including:
● Soil
and groundwater sampling to identify contaminants.
● Laboratory analysis to quantify levels of contamination.
Risk assessment to
determine potential impacts on human health and the environment
This report calls for
action and recommendations on matters such as remedial measures to address
detected contamination.
Phase
2 Contamination Report Sydney
Why
Do These Reports Matter in Sydney?
Industrials,
commercial, and residential developments do occur; therefore, contamination
assessments are significantly required. Investing in Phase 1 Contamination
Reports and, if necessary, Phase 2 Contamination Reports will help comply with
the environmental regulations and protection on risk while engaging in a
property transaction or undertaking a development project.
Make
Sure to Partner with Experts
At Sydney
Environmental Group, we specialize in comprehensive Phase 1 Contamination
Reports and Phase2 Contamination Report Sydney delivered in accordance with the
diversity of the Sydney landscape. Our experienced staff ensure assessments are
made to your utmost security of investment and the environment.
Inquire with us today
about how we can assist with your environmental reporting needs.