PCB Has The Solutions To Tackle An Increasingly Recognised Problem
Soils can be contaminated by a number of products and as a by product of a number of processes such as;
- Mining and industrial bi-products (Mercury, Copper, Lead, Cadimium),
- Firefighting using AFFF (PFAS PFOA),
- Fuel and oil spills (hydrocarbons, PCBs),
- Demolition works (Asbestos and Heavy Metals such as Cadmium, Nickel, Copper, Lead)
- Natural process degradation (Acid Sulfate Soils).
The awareness of potential contaminants in our ground has increased substantially in the past 20 years due to publications in the media and the release of movies such as Erin Brockovich released 2000 and more recently in Dark Waters released in 2019 and the Devil We Know released in 2019.
If contaminants remain in our soil, they can enter water and food, which are potential exposure routes for humans. Therefore, before developing a site or carrying out works a proper assessment should be carried out by an appropriately competent person to determine whether or not there is any risk of contaminants being present and if so the type of testing that should be undertaken to determine the extent.
24/7 Emergency Response Team
PCB A&D offers a crucial 24/7 emergency response service.
Our emergency response team is fully equipped to quickly respond to asbestos risks. Initially, our experts will conduct a ‘make safe’ by sealing the risk area to contain any further contamination. Next, our team can plan the effective removal of the asbestos, to ensure the site is permanently safe.
Dealing with an asbestos emergency?
Call PCB A&D on 0418 914 599.
What We Do
PCB can facilitate an Environmental Assessment of the site as per National Environment Protection (Assessment of Site Contamination) Measure 1999 and the Guidelines: Assessment and Management of Contaminated Sites. Once the extent of soil or water contamination is known, PCB can assist the Client to determine the best course of action considering;
- the type of contamination;
- legislative requirements;
- future implications to the land; and
- value for money.
Soils can either be remediated or disposed of. If disposal is determined to be the best course of action PCB can undertake the disposal of the contaminated material, liquid or solid, under appropriate conditions as per the Department of Water and Environment Regulations (DWER) (2018) Landfill Waste Classification and Waste Definitions 1996 (As amended December 2019), Government of Western Australia, December 2018.
Our team at PCB can assist you with remediation of contaminated sites through the following three distinct stages:
- development of a remedial action plan (RAP) – planning the active remedial work and how its success will be evaluated (validated) which looks at potential remediation and management options;
- implementation of the RAP and validation to confirm remediation has been successfully completed;
- if necessary, management of residual contamination via a site management plan (SMP)
Expert advice from a competent team in the early project stages can reduce the client’s risks of incurring additional abortive costs and potentially
Our PCB Team are highly experienced in remediating contaminated sites including PFAS in water, PFAS and Heavy Metals in soils and dust, Lead Risk Works, Asbestos in soils (Friable and Non-friable) and Acid Sulfate Soils.
Contact one of our experienced team, of hazardous material workers and civil engineers, to discuss your site and how we can assist you.
Let Us Help
PCB A&D is committed to delivering leading edge and customer focussed solutions. We offer our clients an experienced team with a diverse range of skills, matched by our can-do-attitude.
