How can Shiftrin & Associates, Inc. reduce liability for contamination of property prior to its acquisition?
An environmental site assessment performed as part of the buyer's due diligence can significantly reduce potential liability by determining whether or not contamination exists on the site prior to acquisition. The respective liabilities of both the buyer and seller are defined before the transaction is closed.
What is an Environmental Assessment?
Shifrin & Associates, Inc. gathers information regarding the historic use of a site, including review of any prior investigations and compliance problems cited by environmental regulatory agencies. The site is inspected to determine the presence of hazardous wastes, underground storage tanks, asbestos-containing material, etc.
Shifrin & Associates, Inc. performs soil and groundwater testing to determine if contamination exists, and if so, its nature and extent.
Shifrin & Associates, Inc. formulates comprehensive solutions, prepares cost estimates for remediation and obtains regulatory agency approval.
Shifrin & Associates, Inc. implements remediation of the site.
Do laws affect underground storage tanks?
Underground storage tanks are required to be registered with the appropriate state agency and meet certain requirements. Most states have funds to provide the required financial assurances and reimburse eligible costs of remediation. Shifrin & Associates, Inc. assists clients with all phases of underground storage tank management, including upgrading, closing, remediation of surrounding media, if required, and obtaining reimbursement of eligible costs.
What about asbestos?
Federal regulations issued by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regarding asbestos-containing materials are implemented by local agencies. Shifrin & Associates, Inc. surveys facilities for the presence of asbestos-containing materials and advises clients as to remedial action, if necessary.
Can wastewater disposal and treatment consulting help?
Yes. Shifrin & Associates, Inc. frequently assists clients to meet standards for both wastewater treatment and disposal. Costs may be reduced through waste reduction prgrams and/or pretreatment.