Guidelines for Management of Contaminated Sites


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This guideline describes the process to be followed by owners and government in Nova Scotia to manage land that has potential for unacceptable impacts or risks associated with the presence of contaminants.

The guideline identifies the following components:

  • objectives of the process at each step

  • required actions and available alternatives

  • responsibilities of the site owner or site operator, the regulator and the site professional

  • definitions, guidelines, other relevant information

The overall purpose of the guideline is to allow site owners to assume responsibility to the maximum extent possible, for appropriate and cost-effective management of contaminated sites, while ensuring that aconsistent approach is used for all sites and that the public interest is protected.



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Guidelines for Management of Contaminated Sites
Nova Scotia


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