ESA Phase 1 review

Which of the following is not true about an Environmental Assessment?

• It involves a detailed, multi-step process of investigation, sampling, removal actions, remediation and post-remediation monitoring after site closure

• It may involve a walk about.

• It can be conducted by anyone who thoroughly follows the checklist

• It can provide information to new potential buyers

True or False: An ESA does not have any part in the price of the property.

• True

• False

True or False: RBCA is centered around human health and the environment.

• True

• False

With relation to an ESA, due diligence would always include (select all that apply):

• Ensuring a thorough map with landmarks and topography is provided

• Water and soil samples are tested

• Following provincial and federal regulations

• Reviewing historical data for at least 50 years previous

How can vegetation be part of the ESA (select all that apply)?

• Green plants prove that there are no contaminants

• Presence of yellowed plants suggest a possible contaminant

• Tamarack suggest wetlands

• Vegetation is not a consideration in an ESA

Which of the following is not one of the 4 major activities in a Phase I ESA?

• A records review

• A site reconnaissance

• Interviews with owners or occupants

• Take aerial photographs

Which of the following is not one of the 10 steps for addressing a contaminated site?

• Identify suspected sites

• Determine who is responsible for the contaminant

• Develop a remediation plan

• Long term monitoring

The province may have a record of which of the following (select all that apply)

• Lists of former landfill or waste disposal sites

• List of hazardous waste sites

• Lists of registered UST’s

• Records of contaminated wells in the area

Please draw your imaginary pet and give a name.

Which of the following Acts can apply to an ESA (select all that apply)

• CEPA

• Fisheries Act

• Migratory Birds Act

• Species at Risk Act