Sage Environmental Consulting provides Stage 2 Preliminary Site Investigations (PSI) that meet:
- CSA Standard “Z769-00 (R2013) Phase II Environmental Site Assessment”
- Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation CMHC guidelines
- The requirement of Provincial and Federal regulators
Stage 2 Preliminary Site Investigation (PSI): Also referred to as a Phase II Environmental Site Assessment (ESA) these investigations involve environmental sampling and analysis to determine the degree of contamination and characterize the type of contaminant(s).
A Stage 2 Preliminary Site Investigation involves:
- a review of existing background information including Stage 1 PSI
- development of sample and investigation planning
- performing the site investigation that may include drilling or excavating to sample soil, water, and vapour
- data interpretation and evaluation reporting
A Stage 2 PSI or Phase II ESA is typically used to:
- confirm the findings of a Stage 1 / Phase I investigation
- supplement previous Stage 2 / Phase II work
- gather information in support of Remediation measures or site redevelopment
- establish a baseline of environmental conditions for a further Detailed Site Investigation
- provide a due diligence measure to determine compliance with a corporate stewardship