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Frequently asked questions on conducting Phase 1 environmental site assessments and changes to the Phase 1 ESA form

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Phase 1 Environmental Site Assessments (ESA) became mandatory on July 1, 2001 for sites which had a final detailed soils assessment conducted after July 1, 2001 on private land and in the White... More ≫

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Phase 1 Environmental Site Assessments (ESA) became mandatory on July 1, 2001 for sites which had a final detailed soils assessment conducted after July 1, 2001 on private land and in the White Area, and for detailed site assessments in the Green Area. Experience with the Phase 1 ESA form and process has resulted in several questions. This Information Letter provides some guidance with respect to the questions raised and includes the revised Phase 1 Site Assessment Form to be used.

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Guidance for use of the Phase 1 environmental site assessment guideline for upstream oil and gas sites

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Reclamation certificates are required for activities that are carried out on specified land, which is land that is being or has been used or held for or in connection with the construction,... More ≫

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Reclamation certificates are required for activities that are carried out on specified land, which is land that is being or has been used or held for or in connection with the construction, operation or reclamation of a well, oil production site, battery or pipeline. Prior to reclamation, a Phase 1 environmental site assessment is usually conducted to know if contamination is likely to be present.

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