Ground Consult can help you reduce the negative effects that your projects will have on the built and natural environments.
Our committed staff of in-house hydrogeologists, auditors, scientists, occupational hygienists, and environmental engineers is prepared to contribute their specialized knowledge to your projects. With a track record of success, we are excellent at helping customers navigate the nuances of regulatory frameworks and improving compliance all the way through the project lifecycle. Our innovative environmental consultants have expertise in a range of fields, such as waste management, acid sulfate and salinity soils, landfill services, marine/dredging, occupational hygiene, contaminated land management and environmental auditing.
Contaminated Land
A due diligence study for the environment aids in managing opportunities, expenses, and liabilities related to real estate. Our offerings range from comprehensive site evaluations and remedial quotes to desktop reviews. The processes involved in land transfers and the dangers of legacy contamination are known to us. For development applications, a desktop study and site history evaluation are part of a Preliminary Site Investigation (PSI), which is frequently needed. If there is contaminated land or possibly polluted operations, a Stage 2 Detailed Site Investigation (DSI) is required.
A DSI must also identify contaminants, evaluate hazards, and create a remedial action plan (RAP) for remediation plans. In the event that contamination is detected, importing “clean-fill” might result in cleaning notifications. Waterways and subsurface assets may be impacted by the oxidation of acid sulfate soils, which produces sulfuric acid.
Salinity assessments examine the impacts of salt on assets or development, taking into account the effects of corrosion and plant growth. The soil’s pH, conductivity, chlorides, and sulfates all affect how aggressive the soil is. Our staff can communicate with authorities if necessary and has expertise performing these examinations.
Waste Classification
Waste classification for disposal is essential for managing solid waste (soils), liquid waste, and organic waste materials. Accurate classification can significantly impact the reuse or disposal process and offer economic benefits for construction projects. We provide services to collect and pre-classify samples either in-situ for immediate disposal or from stockpiled excavated material. This pre-classification helps with forward planning, reducing costs, and minimizing construction delays by avoiding double handling of materials.
Our team can also assist with applications for orders and exemptions in line with NSW EPA criteria, including inspection, sampling, and the application process. Proper classification may determine if materials qualify as Virgin Excavated Natural Material (VENM) or Excavated Natural Material (ENM), potentially offering further benefits. By streamlining the classification process, we help ensure efficient material management and compliance, saving both time and money on your project.
