Project: Asbestos in Soil Remediation Bayulu EMSUP

An assessment revealed approximately 9,400 m³ of waste, including ACM, throughout landfill areas, wastewater treatment zones, and near residential areas. This informed a Remedial Action Plan (RAP) to bury ACM and ACM-impacted waste in an engineered onsite containment cell, while domestic and household wastes would be recycled and/or removed offsite.

Approximately 10,900 m³ of ACM-impacted material was securely placed in the containment cell, which was then capped with a high-visibility geotextile and covered with 500 mm of clean overburden. The design mimicked the surrounding topography and ensured proper surface water drainage.

Community engagement was a critical component of the project, involving regular meetings with stakeholders, rapport-building with Elders and Community Navigators, and using local resources for staff employment and skills training, machinery hire, accommodation, and messing.

Key Deliverables:

• Preliminary works, including review of historical investigations and preparation of project management and remediation plans.
• Community consultation and engagement, including collaboration with community members and Elders.
• Implementation of a dust and airborne fibre monitoring program.
• Supervision of vegetation clearing and site rehabilitation in compliance with the clearing permit.
• Waste classification and assessment of unexpected contamination in waste areas.
• Assessment, supervision and validation of ACM and impacted soils according to the RAP.
• Assistance with waste placement in the engineered containment cell as per the works approval issued under the Environmental Protection Act 1986.
• Preparation of a site remediation validation report and ongoing site management plan to document findings and outcomes and manage the containment cell.