Site History
- Reviewing historical maps and records to identify past uses of the site as part of the Phase 1 Desk Study
- Identifying potential sources of contamination from previous industrial, commercial, or agricultural activities in the Phase 1 Desk Study
- Analysing aerial photographs and planning records for historical land use patterns during the Phase 1 Desk Study
Geo-Environmental Setting:
- Understanding the site’s geology, hydrogeology, and hydrology is essential in a Phase 1 Desk Study
- Identifying natural contamination pathways, such as soil types and groundwater flow, within the Phase 1 Desk Study
- Assessing proximity to sensitive receptors, including rivers, lakes, wetlands, or aquifers, during the Phase 1 Desk Study process