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Contaminated Land Assessment, Management & Remediation

Discover the expertise of Raw Earth in assessing, managing, and remediating contaminated land. Past and present activities on land have led to contamination, posing risks to human health and the environment. Our team of specialist Environmental Consultants offers a comprehensive suite of soil and groundwater assessments tailored to our clients' needs.

Environmental Solutions for Health and Compliance

Raw Earth is committed to safeguarding public and environmental health through thorough investigations, effective fixes, and rigorous validation of environmental issues in compliance with regulations. We leverage National Association of Testing Authorities (NATA Australia) laboratories for sample analysis, ensuring the highest quality in results and reports.

Our experienced Consultants guide you seamlessly from the initial contaminated site assessments through to remediation and validation processes.

Key Services Offered:

  1. Preliminary Site Investigations (Stage 1): Conducted as part of Development Applications (DA), our Preliminary Site Investigations involve a comprehensive review of current and historical land use activities. We identify potential contamination and areas for further investigation.
  2. Detailed Site Investigations (Stage 2): Utilising various environmental techniques, Detailed Site Investigations determine the existence and location of contamination. Soil and groundwater sampling provide crucial data for assessing a site’s contamination status, often requested as part of Development Applications (DA).
  3. Remediation: Upon confirming contamination, Raw Earth develops a Remediation Action Plan proposing effective methods and steps for contamination removal. Our strategic planning aligns with client goals and budgets while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
    Our expertise includes the remediation of:
  4. Asbestos and chemical contamination in soil
  5. Removal of Above and Underground Petroleum Storage Systems
  6. Groundwater contamination
  7. Offsite disposal of waste and hazardous materials
  8. Fuel and chemical spills
  1. Site Validation: Validation programs ensure successful site cleanup in compliance with regulatory requirements, protecting human and ecological health. Our consultants provide sampling and data interpretation to determine if the site is suitable for its intended land use.
  2. Due Diligence: For those looking to purchase, sell, or lease land, Raw Earth offers due diligence assessments to understand and manage potential liabilities, costs, or opportunities associated with property assets.
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Surface Water

Raw Earth is committed to preserving surface water quality through meticulous assessments and strategic management. Our services extend to the evaluation of potential contamination risks in surface water bodies, ensuring compliance with environmental regulations.

Surface Water Services Include:

  1. Surface Water Sampling and Analysis: Utilising advanced techniques, Raw Earth conducts thorough surface water sampling to assess contamination levels accurately. Our commitment to using NATA Australia laboratories guarantees the reliability of results.
  2. Strategic Remediation Planning: In the presence of surface water contamination, Raw Earth develops tailored Remediation Action Plans, outlining effective methods to restore water quality. Our strategic planning considers client goals, budget constraints, and regulatory standards.
  3. Validation Programs for Surface Water Cleanup: Raw Earth’s consultants oversee validation programs to confirm the successful cleanup of surface water contamination. Data interpretation and sampling determine the suitability of the site for its intended land use.

Groundwater

Raw Earth’s expertise extends beneath the surface, ensuring comprehensive assessments and effective management of groundwater contamination. Our detailed groundwater assessments utilise advanced techniques for accurate data collection. We employ the highest standards, including analysis in NATA Australia laboratories, to provide precise results.

Groundwater Services Include:

  1. Groundwater Sampling and Analysis: Conducting in-depth groundwater sampling to gather crucial data on contamination levels, Raw Earth employs cutting-edge techniques to assess the impact and develop targeted remediation plans.
  2. Remediation of Groundwater Contamination: Raw Earth specialises in designing and implementing effective Remediation Action Plans to eliminate groundwater contamination. Our strategic approach aligns with regulatory standards and client objectives, ensuring a sustainable and compliant solution.
  3. Validation Programs for Groundwater Cleanup: Our consultants orchestrate validation programs, confirming the successful cleanup of groundwater contamination in compliance with regulatory requirements. Thorough sampling and data interpretation determine the suitability of the site for its intended use.

Choose Raw Earth for expert groundwater assessment and management, protecting both environmental and human health.

Certified Environmental Practitioner (CEnvP) Services

Opt for having your reports prepared and approved by a Certified Environmental Practitioner (CEnvP) for added credibility and compliance assurance.

Raw Earth’s experienced consultants tailor investigations to your budget and requirements, providing comprehensive solutions for contaminated land management.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Contaminated Land Management and Remediation

How do you manage soil contamination?

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At Raw Earth, soil contamination is managed through a systematic approach involving various stages:

  • Preliminary Site Investigations: We conduct thorough reviews of current and historical land use activities to identify potential contamination and areas for further investigation.
  • Detailed Site Investigations: Our team utilises environmental techniques, including soil sampling, to determine the extent and location of contamination.
  • Remediation Action Plans: If contamination is confirmed, we propose effective methods and steps to remove contamination, aligning with client goals and budget.
  • Site Validation: Validation programs ensure successful cleanup, complying with regulatory standards and protecting human and ecological health.

How do you clean up contaminated land?

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Cleaning up contaminated land involves a strategic process:

  • Remediation Action Plans: Raw Earth develops plans proposing suitable methods to remove contamination. We strategically plan the remediation process over a specific timeframe.
  • Contractor Management: We assist in developing your Remediation Action Plan, managing contractors, and ensuring complete cleanup of the site.
  • Expertise in Various Contaminants: Our consultants have experience in remediating asbestos and chemical contamination in soil, removal of petroleum storage systems, groundwater contamination, and more.

What is the Contaminated Land Management Act?

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The Contaminated Land Management Act is a regulatory framework that guides the identification, assessment, and management of contaminated land in NSW. It outlines responsibilities for landowners, developers, and regulatory authorities to ensure proper management and remediation of contaminated sites.

What is the NSW legislation for contaminated land?

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In New South Wales (NSW), the legislation governing contaminated land is primarily the Contaminated Land Management Act 1997, supplemented by regulations and guidelines. This legislation establishes the legal framework for the assessment, management, and remediation of contaminated land in the NSW region.