29 services found
Delta-Simons Environmental Consultants Ltd Services
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Geoenvironmental Site Investigation
We fully appreciate the environmental and financial risks associated with contamination from historical activities on land, which have to be considered in the context of the environmental sensitivity of the site setting and the current or proposed usage of the land. We have the same deep understanding of the commercial implications associated with the structural integrity of the ground and geotechnical engineering challenges. Our staged approach to land ...
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Multi-disciplinary Site Risk Screening
From the early stages of feasibility assessment, Delta-Simons advises developers and quantity surveyors on a wide range of development abnormals, enabling the client to understand the cost and timescale implications associated with individual site conditions in the context of the development ...
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Quantitative Risk Assessment (QRA)
Delta-Simons undertakes QRA's to determine site specific remediation targets; ensure the appropriate measures are undertaken to protect sensitive environmental receptors and discharge associated contaminated land planning ...
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Ownership Liability Appraisal and Insurance
Liability appraisals are routinely undertaken for institutional investors to identify key environmental risks and whether they have the potential to manifest as statutory or third party liabilities, affect future asset value or its liquidity. Our advice can extend to advising on the suitability of and procurement of bespoke insurance policies to unlock deals and protect asset ...
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Remediation Supervision & Validation
The appropriate selection and execution of any remediation technique depends on a range of factors including the contamination, the ground conditions, the sensitivity of the environment, available timescale and not least – cost. Delta-Simons has chosen not to offer contracted remediation services, instead offering un-biased independent consultancy advice regarding the need for, and suitability of, any given remediation technique. With nothing to ...
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Regulatory Consultation
With the customer's business drivers in mind, Delta-Simons will make best use of its experienced consultants to work efficiently with the local authorities, Environment Agency and other regulators to negotiate planning approval or a remedial solution for a development or agree the most cost effective management programme for legacy contamination or routine monitoring ...
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Development Planning Condition Approval
Delta-Simons routinely delivers services to satisfy planning conditions and broader requirements of the planning process including Phase I, Phase II Site Investigation, Landgas Appraisal, QRA, Remediation Method Statement, Validation and Closure and Environmental Impact Assessments. Our services and reports are designed and implemented to facilitate the most efficient and best value outcome for our ...
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Invasive Weed Eradication & Management
Delta-Simons can identify invasive weeds on site, and provide the developer with the most cost-effective eradication solution based on the development programme or longer term land management plan. Delta-Simons can assist customers to select, procure and manage the most appropriate and cost effective invasive weed eradication or management plan for the customer's unique ...
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Environmental Due Diligence
Property asset portfolios often contain properties with a wide ranging risk profile based on a combination of historic and current use in the context of the environmental setting. Delta-Simons has developed a range of bespoke tools to enable the effective risk profiling of property assets which can feed-in to pre-acquisition liability appraisals for investors, or management plans for asset ...
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Design and Management of Ground Investigation Works
Delta-Simons can undertake the design and management of ground investigations to a given objective, scope or budget provided by the developer, architect or engineer. Ground investigations are designed by listening to the customer's requirements first to check what type of approach is required; Eurocode 7, or a traditional approach using ...
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Geotechnical Logging and Sampling
Geotechnical work is carried out in accordance with the customer's specifications and typically includes sampling and testing in accordance with the current guidance in BS5930, or a bespoke method to suit specific circumstances. Delta-Simons Drilling team has adopted field quality procedures for corrected SPTs, and taking relevant undisturbed samples using U100 aluminium liners or thin walled samplers ...
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Geotechnical Desk Studies and Site Reconnaissance
Delta-Simons can undertake an initial assessment to understand the geological history and the engineering implications for developing a site. Following best practice and guidance from BS5930 & BS10175, Delta-Simons can provide a clear standard format report to the developer for initial risk ...
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Field Geotechnical Investigation
Delta-Simons can provide site set-up, planning and execution, service avoidance, boreholes, trial pits, National Grid references to 1m or 5 m accuracy, levels to Ordnance ...
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In-situ Testing, Sampling and Laboratory Testing
Delta-Simons can provide the customer with a quality controlled and assured part of a ground investigation generally in accordance with BS5930, BS1377, BS EN 22475-1,BS EN 22476-2, BS EN 22476-3, EN ...
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Factual and Interpretive Reports
Using a supply of digital AGS data from gINT package, Delta-Simons can provide the customer with a factual account of the ground investigation using standard or bespoke templates to suit the customer's requirements. Delta-Simons can also provide interpretive reports based on sound soil/rock mechanics, due to the understanding of experienced staff in foundations, pavements, earthworks, slopes and ...
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Mine Workings and Ground Stability Investigation
The geotechnical implications of a development on potentially unstable former mineral workings, natural slopes or geohazards can be part of the planning process and guidance is issued in PPG23 Building on Unstable Land, which requires a geotechnical risk assessment to demonstrate that the land is not unsuitable for ...
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Geotechnical Remediation Supervision, Project Management and Validation
In a valid Materials Management Plan, soils for re-use must be suitable for use in engineering terms as well as chemical. Delta-Simons can identify the most cost effective and appropriate remediation technologies, depending on the geology of the ground. Delta-Simons can supervise and manage remediation contractors and undertake an independent validation of the ...
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Coal Mining Risk Assessment (CMRA)
A CMRA is a standard format report that must be submitted with a planning application in certain areas across the UK where coal mining is suspected. Delta-Simons can perform a desk top study and risk assessment to identify how coal mining issues may influence the development and recommend any necessary mitigation measures that need to be ...
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Contractor Services
In Situ CBRs – To prove existing formation or sub-base strength prior to laying pavements or building embankments. Plate Bearing Tests – Alternative to CBRs where soil particles are >20mm, for pile mat or crane working platform ...
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EH&S Compliance Auditing
Compliance Auditing allows a business to identify weaknesses and possible gaps in their Environmental or Health & Safety management systems and avoid potentially costly regulatory prosecution and damage to reputation. Delta-Simons auditors assist customers to understand the breadth of compliance issues which can be complex and help prioritise Environmental and Health & Safety management resulting in efficient and effective ...
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Policy Preparation and Review
Having a Health and Safety Policy is a key legal requirement of the ‘Health & Safety At Work Act 1974' for all businesses with 5 or more employees and failure to have one can lead to enforcement notices. Delta-Simons can prepare new policy statements or review and update current policies to ensure legal compliance as well as creating a bespoke H&S policy document that demonstrates a commitment to the protection of your staff - a key aspect ...
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COSHH Assessments
Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) Assessments allow a business to understand the risks associated with, prevention needed and control measures that can be put in place to reduce the risk of being exposed to working with particular chemicals. COSHH Assessments are a legal requirement and require suitable and sufficient risk assessments, appropriate systems for storage and handling of chemicals and key documentation such as Material Safety ...
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Environmental and Health & Safety Management Systems
Every business needs a Health and Safety Management System in place, as part of the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974. An accredited Environmental Management System can also be beneficial for organisations to improve their environmental performance, reduce waste and lower energy consumption. An EMS can also enable suppliers to satisfy the expectations of their customers, get onto tender lists and framework agreements and so win new ...
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Regulatory Consultation and Licensing
The range of environmental permitting and licensing requirements is specific to each business and the industry in which it operates; these can be extremely broad ranging and complex. Delta-Simons work to deliver the best outcome for its customers by quickly identifying all the regulatory requirements and efficiently collating the supporting documentation to the satisfaction of the regulator such that the application, renewal or surrender can be achieved ...
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WEEE and Packaging Independent Audit Reports
The Producer Responsibility Obligations (Packaging Waste) Regulations 2007 (‘Packaging Regulations') and the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Regulations (2006) (WEEE Regulations) both set out a requirement for operators who are accredited (packaging) or approved (WEEE) to provide an Independent Audit Report to the relevant agency (the Environment Agency or Scottish Environmental Protection Agency). Delta-Simons has appropriately qualified ...
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Packaging Essential Requirements Compliance
The Packaging (Essential Requirements) Regulations 2003, are applicable to any company producing any form of packaged product and are regulated by Trading Standards. There are various requirements relating to weight, volume, re-use & recoverability and chemical contents (e.g. heavy metals). Delta-Simons deliver Packaging Audits to determine if compliance with these regulations is being achieved and works collaboratively with the customer on any areas ...
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Workplace Risk & Fire Risk Assessments
Under the Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999, employers with 5 or more employees have a duty to assess the risks in the workplace. Delta-Simons can assess your workplace/activities and risk assessments you have in place to ensure you are complying with these regulations and assist in filling any gaps identified that might put you at risk of ...
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Compliance with HSE Improvement Notices
The issue of a HSE Improvement Notice suggests that a company does not have the appropriate policy and risk assessments in place to undertake a particular activity. Notices are published online and can result in negative press. Delta-Simons provides the necessary technical support and guidance during these difficult circumstances to quickly and efficiently address the needs of the Improvement Notice and provide positive support with the regulator ...
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Workstation and Ergonomic Risk Assessments
As required under The Health & Safety Display Screen Equipment Regulations, employers must carry out a workstation risk assessment for all employees, including home workers. Poorly adjusted equipment can lead to carpal tunnel syndrome, upper limb, neck and back pain resulting in staff discomfort, reduced productivity and high levels of staff absenteeism due to sickness. Delta-Simons perform hundreds of workstation and ergonomic risk assessments ...