Risk Characterization
The purpose of a risk characterization is to determine if remedial actions are necessary. EnviroSense can provide several levels of risk characterization to assess potential risks posed to human and ecological receptors from sources of contamination. The assessment of risk can range between straight-forward potential receptor evaluations, to complex evaluations of potential contaminant exposure pathways and toxicity assessments. EnviroSense conducts these risk characterizations when necessary to:
- Evaluate risk posed to human health and the environment by contamination identified during site investigation activities;
- Develop cleanup objectives; and,
- Assist in the evaluation of remedial design alternatives.
A properly designed risk characterization can be a valuable and cost-effective method for establishing the magnitude of the remediation necessary to achieve a pre-determined action level. Depending on the anticipated use of a site, EnviroSense may use the risk characterization results to develop remedial requirements, implement institutional controls (such as deed restrictions) or eliminate the need for remedial actions altogether.
Before remedial action can take place, a precise analysis should determine the risks of contamination and what precautions must be taken, if any. An accurate risk characterization can determine the course for the entire site redevelopment, saving time and money. If you need to assess the risk of your site, contact EnviroSense today.