Questions and Answers
What was the primary goal of the Brownfields Statute Law Amendment Act?
Who is recognized as a Qualified Person for the Environmental Site Assessment (ESA) work under the Environmental Protection Act?
What does a Record of Site Condition (RSC) primarily document?
Which legislation governs the obligations related to adverse effects on soil, water, or air?
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According to Ontario Regulation 153/04, what is required to change land use?
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What entity is the lead provincial agency for brownfield revitalization in Ontario?
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What is the primary purpose of the ESA process as defined in the EPA and Ontario Regulation 153/04?
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Which of the following describes a brownfield?
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What is the primary purpose of conducting a Phase II ESA?
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Which of the following is NOT a step in the Phase II ESA process?
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What is one of the methods for cleaning up contaminated properties provided under Part XV.1 of the EPA?
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What are the MOECC April 2011 Site Condition Standards used for?
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Which approach is considered a 'conventional' method of remediation?
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What is one type of analysis that follows soil and groundwater sampling in a Phase II ESA?
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Which contaminant category is included in the MOECC standards for potable groundwater?
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What is a newer remediation technology mentioned in the content?
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What is the primary goal of the ESA process?
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What is the first step in the ESA process?
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Which of the following is NOT a requirement of a Phase 1 ESA?
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When is a Risk Assessment (RA) required in the ESA process?
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How many potentially contaminating activities (PCAs) are identified in O.Reg. 153/04?
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What would be included in the 'Records Review' for a Phase 1 ESA?
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What kind of testing is involved in Phase 2 ESA?
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What must be filed with the MOECC following a completed ESA process?
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Study Notes
Brownfields Statute Law Amendment Act
- Enacted in November 2001 to promote brownfield revitalization while safeguarding the environment.
- Amendments were made to the Environmental Protection Act (EPA), Municipal Act, and Planning Act.
Ontario Ministry of the Environment and Climate Change (MOECC)
- Primary provincial agency overseeing the implementation of the brownfields program.
- The Environmental Site Assessment (ESA) process has become highly structured and legally binding.
Definition of Brownfields
- Brownfields are properties with soil contamination from construction materials (e.g., asbestos).
Professional Geoscientists Act
- Received Royal Assent on June 23, 2000, leading to the formation of the Association Of Professional Geoscientists Ontario (APGO).
- Professional Geoscientist (P.Geo.) performs geoscience activities that protect public welfare, health, and the environment.
- Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) and P.Geo. are recognized as Qualified Persons for ESA activities by MOECC.
Environmental Protection Act (EPA)
- Prohibits "Adverse Effects" to soil, water, or air.
- Section 168 defines Records of Site Condition (RSC) and mandates ESAs when changing land use.
- Ontario Regulation 153/04 outlines the ESA requirements under the EPA.
Records of Site Condition (RSC)
- Required for certain land uses and to obtain building permits.
- Must be signed by the landowner and a Qualified Person.
- Used in property transactions, financing, and insurance processes.
ESA Process Overview
- Starts with Phase 1 ESA to gather historical and current site information.
- Often followed by Phase 2 ESA for sampling and detailed site analysis.
- If contamination exceeds standards, clean-up or Risk Assessment (RA) is conducted.
- Seeks compliance with MOECC 2011 Site Condition Standards.
Phase 1 ESA
- Conducted to assess likelihood of contamination.
- Involves a records review within a 250 m radius of the site.
- Requires site visits and interviews with knowledgeable sources to identify potential contaminating activities (PCAs).
- Results in a document detailing land use history and identified PCAs.
Potentially Contaminating Activities (PCAs)
- 59 specific PCAs are listed in Ontario Regulation 153/04.
Phase 2 ESA
- Aimed at pinpointing the nature and extent of contamination.
- Requires Qualified Person to devise a sampling and analysis plan based on Phase 1 findings.
- Includes soil and groundwater sampling, lab analysis, and data evaluation against MOECC standards.
Clean-up and Remediation
- Governed by Part XV.1 of the EPA and Ontario Regulation 153/04.
- Two clean-up approaches:
- Compliance with MOECC site condition standards.
- Risk assessment preparation.
MOECC 2011 Site Condition Standards
- Set standards for potable and non-potable groundwater concerning VOCs, metals, pesticides, PCBs, and hydrocarbons.
Remediation Techniques
- Conventional methods include "dig and haul" and "pump and treat."
- Newer technologies involve bioremediation and chemical injection methods.
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Test your knowledge on the Brownfields Statute Law Amendment Act of November 2001, aimed at revitalizing contaminated lands while ensuring environmental protection. This quiz covers key amendments made to the Environmental Protection Act and other relevant statutes, as well as the role of the Ontario Ministry of the Environment and Climate Change.
