unexpected contamination finds protocol

Unexpected Contamination Finds Protocol New Sydney Fish Market (Stage 2) Construction Works Prepared for: Multiplex 22 Bridge Road Glebe NSW 2037 5 March 2021

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Unexpected Contamination Finds Protocol, New Sydney Fish Market (Stage 2) Construction Works

5 March 2021

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0 Final Mitch Pelling Senior Project Engineer Multiplex

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Primary Author

Project Manager

Zoe Smith Senior Environmental Scientist

Emma Walsh Senior Associate Environmental Scientist

Technical Peer

Review Project

Director

Alex Latham Principal

Melissa Porter Senior Principal

Contents

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Contents

List of Acronyms ...................................................................................................................................................................... iii

1.0 Introduction................................................................................................................................................................... 1 1.1 Background and Context ............................................................................................................................................. 1

1.1.1 Development ...................................................................................................................................................... 1 1.1.2 Environmental Management ............................................................................................................................... 1

1.2 UFP Objective ............................................................................................................................................................... 2

2.0 Environmental Management Requirements ................................................................................................................ 4 2.1 Key Relevant Legislation and Guidelines ................................................................................................................... 4 2.2 Relevant Conditions of Approval ................................................................................................................................. 4 2.3 Other Relevant Conditions ........................................................................................................................................... 5

3.0 Potential Unexpected Finds and Characteristics ....................................................................................................... 7 3.1 Unexpected Find Definition .......................................................................................................................................... 7 3.2 Potential Unexpected Finds Characteristics ............................................................................................................... 7

4.0 Unexpected Finds Procedure ...................................................................................................................................... 9 4.1 Management of Unexpected Finds .............................................................................................................................. 9 4.2 Unexpected Finds Procedure ...................................................................................................................................... 9

5.0 Environmental Control Measures and Compliance .................................................................................................. 11 5.1 Roles and Responsibilities ........................................................................................................................................ 11 5.2 Training ....................................................................................................................................................................... 11 5.3 Monitoring and Inspection ......................................................................................................................................... 11 5.4 Auditing ....................................................................................................................................................................... 11 5.5 Reporting .................................................................................................................................................................... 12 5.6 Non-conformance ....................................................................................................................................................... 12

6.0 Review and Improvement ........................................................................................................................................... 13

7.0 Principles and Limitations of Investigation .............................................................................................................. 14

Table 2.1: Key Relevant Legislation, Regulations, Guidelines and Policy ............................................................................ 4 Table 2.2: Relevant CoA ........................................................................................................................................................... 4 Table 2.3: Other Conditions ...................................................................................................................................................... 6 Table 3.1: Unexpected Finds and Characteristics of Contamination ..................................................................................... 7 Table 4.1: Unexpected Finds Procedure .................................................................................................................................. 9 Table 5.1: Dewatering roles and responsibilities .................................................................................................................. 11

Figures Figure 1: Site Location Plan

Appendix A: RAP Unexpected Finds Procedure

List of Acronyms

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List of Acronyms

Acronym Definition

ACM Asbestos containing material

AS Australian Standard

ASS Acid Sulfate Soil

ASSMP Acid Sulfate Soil Management Plan

ANZECC Australian and New Zealand Environment and Conservation Council

BTEX Benzene, toluene, ethylbenzene, xylenes

CEMP Construction Environmental Management Plan

CoA Conditions of Approval

CoPC Contaminant of potential concern

CLM Act Contaminated Land Management Act 1997

EMS Environmental Management System

EPA Environment Protection Authority (NSW)

HMMP Hazardous Materials Management Plan

MSDS Material Safety Data Sheet

NEPC National Environment Protection Council

NEPM National Environment Protection Measure

NHMRC National Health and Medical Research Council

OCP Organochlorine Pesticides

OPP Organophosphate Pesticides

PAH Polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons

PC Principal Contractor

PCB Polychlorinated Biphenyl

PCE Tetrachloroethene

PFAS Per- and polyfluoralkyl substances (PFAS)

PPE Personal Protective Equipment

RAP Remedial Action Plan

RPD Relative percentage difference

SAR Site Audit Report

SAS Site Audit Statement

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Acronym Definition

SWMP Soil and Water Management Plan

UFP Unexpected Contaminated Finds Protocol

UST Underground storage tank

Introduction

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1.0 Introduction

The NSW State Government engaged Multiplex as the Principal Contractor (PC) to construct the new Sydney Fish Market (Stage 2). The project is located at 1A-1C Bridge Road, Glebe and part of 56-60 Pyrmont Bridge Road, Pyrmont NSW; herein referred to as the ‘site’ (shown on Figure 1).

Senversa has been engaged by Multiplex to prepare an Unexpected Contaminations Finds Protocol (UFP) for the New Sydney Fish Market (Stage 2) Project. The UFP forms a sub-plan part of the Construction Environmental Management Plan (CEMP1) prepared by Multiplex. The UFP is required to document the management procedures and controls to mitigate potential environmental and human health impacts associated with unexpected contamination and asbestos finds that may be encountered during construction works.

1.1 Background and Context

1.1.1 Development

In June 2020, the New Sydney Fish Market was declared a State Significant Development (SSD 8925) under Section 5.1 of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979 (EP&A Act). The development broadly comprises the construction, use and operation of a new Sydney Fish Market.

The development application was approved by the Minister for Planning and Public Spaces on 12 June 2020 subject to conditions of approval (CoA), further discussed in Section 2.2.

1.1.2 Environmental Management

The overall Environmental Management System (EMS) for the project is described in Section 2 of the CEMP and has been designed by Multiplex to align with standards detailed below. The EMS consists of environmental plans, including this UFP, and the procedures, protocols, and tools as set out in the CEMP. The CEMP has been developed to document the overarching environmental management strategies and procedures that will be adopted during construction of the project to meet Australian Standards for:

• Quality Management Systems (AS/NZS ISO 9001) • Environmental Management Systems (AS/NZS ISO 14001:2015) • Occupations Health and Safety Management Systems (AS/NZS 4801:2001)

The CEMP applies to all construction works associated with the project and consists of:

• An overview of the Environmental Management Systems (EMS). • Organisation structure for environmental management. • Legislative requirements. • Sub-plans to manage processes. • Processes to monitor and evaluate environmental performance.

The UFP forms part of the Multiplex environmental management framework for the project, as described in Section 2.2 of the CEMP. An outline of the various management sub-plans in the CEMP is provided in Figure 1-1 (below).

It is noted that acid sulfate soils (ASS) are not considered an unexpected find as they are known to be on site. As such, management of ASS is not discussed in this UFP, however are detailed within the CEMP and ASS Management Plan.

1 Multiplex (2021), Construction Environmental Management Plan – New Sydney Fish Market, undated.

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The preparation and implementation of an UFP is a requirement of the CoA (refer Section 2.2). Preparation and implementation of the UFP also forms a condition of Site Audit Statement (SAS2) and associated Site Audit Report (SAR) prepared under the Contaminated Land Management Act 1997 (CLM Act) for the site. Further discussion of these conditions and requirements is provided in Section 2.0.

1.2 UFP Objective

The objective of this UFP is to document the management responsibilities, controls and procedures to mitigate potential environmental and human health impacts associated with unexpected contamination and asbestos finds that may be encountered during construction works.

2 Tom Onus – Ramboll (2020), Site Audit Statement – Revised Remediation Action Plan, The New Sydney Fish Market, Pyrmont NSW, dated 13 August 2020.

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Figure 1-1 – Fish Markets Construction Project EMS

Remediation Action Plan

Remedial Works Plan/REMP

CEMP

Dewatering Plan Unexpected Finds Procedure

Stormwater Management Plan

Microbat Management Plan

Acid Sulfate Soil Management Plan Traffic Control Plans

Construction Heritage

Management Plan

Construction Noise and Vibration

Management plan

Soil and Water Management Plan

Waste Management Plan

Construction Air Quality Management

Plan

Water Quality Managment Plan

Hazardous Materials Managment Plan

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2.0 Environmental Management Requirements

2.1 Key Relevant Legislation and Guidelines

The CEMP (Section 1.8) identified relevant legislation, regulation, guidelines, and approvals, licences and permits, with key references relevant to the UFP listed below.

Table 2.1: Key Relevant Legislation, Regulations, Guidelines and Policy

Reference

Legislation

• Contaminated Lands Management Act 1997 • Protection of the Environment Operations Act 1997

• Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979

Guidelines and Standards

• Australian and New Zealand Guidelines for Fresh and Marine Water Quality (ANZG, 2018) (note: these guidelines supersede ANZECC (2000) referenced in CoA)

• NSW EPA (2014) Waste Classification Guidelines

• National Environment Protection Council, 1999. National Environment Protection (Assessment of Site Contamination) Measure, amended 2013 (ASC NEPM)

• Safe Work Australia, 2018. Code of Practice: How to safely remove asbestos.

• NSW EPA (1995) Contaminated Sites: Sampling Design Guidelines, September 1995.

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2.2 Relevant Conditions of Approval

The CoA relevant to this UFP are listed in Table 2.2 below.

Table 2.2: Relevant CoA

CoA No. Condition Requirements Applicability

B80 “(b) provide details demonstrating compliance with the relevant legislation, particularly with regard to the removal of asbestos and hazardous waste, the method of containment and control of emission of fibres to the air.”

Applicable where asbestos is identified as an unexpected find.

B92 “Prior to the commencement of works, an Unexpected Contamination Finds Protocol (UFP) prepared by a suitably qualified and experienced expert shall be prepared. The protocol should include detailed procedures for identifying and dealing with unexpected contamination, asbestos and other unexpected finds. The Applicant should ensure that the procedure includes details of who will be responsible for implementing the unexpected finds procedure and the roles and responsibilities of all parties involved. The UFP must be submitted to the Certifier and EPA. The UFP must be implemented for the duration of construction works.”

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CoA No. Condition Requirements Applicability

B93 “Prior to the commencement of works, the Applicant must engage an EPA-accredited Site Auditor to prepare interim audit advice which comments on: (a) The Data Gap Assessment- The New Sydney Fish Market 1A to 1C Bridge Road, Glebe NSW, Revision A (dated 12 March 2019) prepared by JBS&G Australia Ply Ltd for UrbanGrow1h NSW Development Corporation which comments on the appropriateness of the assessment and the assessment's conclusions; (b) Whether the characterisation of the site is sufficient to ensure any asbestos containing materials in soils and at ground surface are managed appropriately; NSW Government Department of Planning, Industry and Environment 23 New Sydney Fish Market - Stage 2 (SSD 8925). ( c) Whether the Hazardous Materials Management Plan, prepared by JBS&G ( dated 8 April 2019), requirements for managing asbestos at ground surface and in soils are appropriate.”


B95 “The Applicant must adhere to the management measures accepted or recommended by the site auditor.”

Refer to Section 2.3 below

B97 “The Applicant shall comply with any notification requirements to SafeWork NSW concerning the handling and removal of any asbestos.”

Applicable where asbestos is identified

C18 “Should any new information come to light during demolition or construction works which has the potential to alter previous conclusions about site contamination, the Department must be immediately notified, and works must cease. Works must not recommence on site until the Department confirms works can recommence.”

Applies to all unexpected finds

C37 “Removal of asbestos and other hazardous building materials must be undertaken by a suitably licensed contractor and an asbestos clearance certificate must be provided before waste classification, disposal or site validation is undertaken.”

Applicable where asbestos is identified as an unexpected find

2.3 Other Relevant Conditions

Other requirements or conditions in approved documents relevant to this UFP are listed in Table 2.3 below – these do not include related requirements under the CEMP or sub-plans (e.g. HMMP).


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Table 2.3: Other Conditions

Reference Condition Requirements Applicability

Remediation Action Plan (RAP3)

The RAP outlined the following requirements of site management and remediation works that have been considered in the development of this UFP: • Prevent exposure of contaminated soil, sediment and groundwater to the

human population whilst occupying, working on or using the site. • Appropriately manage and/or dispose of soil, water and sediment waste

disturbed during development activities in accordance with relevant EPA guidelines.

• Removal of potential ongoing sources of environmental contamination (unexpected finds such as historical sub-surface petroleum storage, if encountered);

• Given asbestos in soil has not currently been identified during limited intrusive investigation activities, should asbestos be identified, its occurrence will be assessed and managed via application of the Unexpected Finds Protocol outlined in Section 8.6 (of the RAP).

• Validation assessment requires Assessment and close out of any Unexpected Finds assessments.

• There is the potential that one or more USTs may be encountered during demolition of the pavements or subsequent earthworks. In the event of such an occurrence, the Unexpected Finds Protocol as presented in the RAP will be implemented and remedial actions defined EPA (2014b)4 implemented.

• In the event that oily materials are encountered, the provisions outlined in the unexpected finds protocol will be implemented, comprising inspection, testing and appropriate action as advised by the Remediation Consultant.

• The sampling frequency of the identified substance/materials shall meet the minimum requirements outlined in EPA (19955) in addition to those outlined in the RAP. In the event of an Unexpected Find, it is anticipated that the suitability of the implemented characterisation assessment and the proposed validation strategy be discussed with the site auditor prior to finalisation of the Unexpected Find works.

• Unexpected finds to be recorded in the material tracking plan, where encountered.


SAS or SAR Comments within the SAR and conditions within the SAS relevant to the UFP include: • Raised concerns regarding review of historic reports and potential for additional

underground storage tanks (UST’s) and other unexpected finds to be identified during demolition and construction works.

• Further assessment and characterisation of sediment, particularly in western area of the site was requested. This has since been addressed in the JBS&G (2021) Sediment Characterisation Assessment. No unexpected finds or changes to the RAP were identified during this investigation.

• Further assessment of soil on the eastern portion of the site (below current active Sydney Fish Market) to characterise material within this area were requested during demolition and construction. No intrusive investigations have been conducted in this area to date and there is potential for unexpected finds due to site history.

• PCB and PAH to be analysed on decommissioning of substation. Hazardous Materials Management Plan needs to be revised if ozone depleting substances are identified.

• Only one fragment of asbestos has been identified in soil during investigation works. The auditor noted that there was potential for further asbestos to be identified during demolition works based on site history. Further assessment of asbestos was requested when demolition is occurring.

Applies to all works across the site, however data gaps identified particularly below the substation and within the eastern landside area of the site.

3 JBS&G (2020) Remediation Action Plan, The new Sydney Fish Market, dated 8 July 2020. 4 NSW EPA (2014b), Technical Note: Investigation of Service Station Sites, dated April 2014. 5 NSW EPA (1995) Contaminated Sites: Sampling Design Guidelines, September 1995

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3.0 Potential Unexpected Finds and Characteristics

3.1 Unexpected Find Definition

An unexpected find is defined as potential contaminated land or asbestos that was not previously identified in the EIS, RAP, CEMP (and sub-plans) or during pre-construction investigations.

For the purposes of this plan, contaminated land comprises land within the project area that meets the definition of contamination in Contaminated Land Management Act 1997. This includes asbestos.

Identified contaminated land, and pre-construction investigations to further assess contaminated land, in the project area is described in the CEMP and acid sulfate soil management plan (ASSMP).

3.2 Potential Unexpected Finds Characteristics

A summary and description of the types of unexpected finds that may be encountered during construction work in the project area is presented in Table 3.1 below.

Table 3.1: Unexpected Finds and Characteristics of Contamination

Potential Unexpected Find

Observed Characteristic Type of Contaminant / Issues

Petroleum hydrocarbons (e.g. fuels, oils and lubricants)

May be identified by either odour and/or visual indications of contamination. Petroleum hydrocarbon contamination may be identified by characteristic petrol, diesel or ‘oily’ odours (e.g. hydraulic oil) which may vary in strength from weak (just detectable) to very strong (easily detectable at a distance from the source). In soils, the odour may or may not be accompanied by specific areas of dark staining (black-grey) or larger scale discolouration of strata from a previously identified ‘natural colour’ (e.g. staining of orange and brown clay to dark grey and green.) May also be visible as a distinct coloured sheen on water within an excavation.

TRH, BTEX, PAH, lead

Buried dry waste materials May include a variety of construction and demolition waste materials including wood, plastic, metal fragments, building rubble (e.g. concrete, brick, asphalt, asbestos containing materials etc.).

Asbestos, heavy metals

Buried or surface bonded ACM, asbestos fines/friable asbestos

Cement-bound asbestos containing material (ACM) (e.g. compressed cement sheeting) may be present in building waste or pipes. Friable forms of asbestos including lagging and insulation.. Textured coatings and vinyl floor tiles may also contain asbestos. Asbestos fines and asbestos fibres are not typically visible to the unaided eye. Laboratory analysis is required to identify asbestos in soil.

Asbestos

Buried organic materials Such materials may be associated with decomposed plant matter found within the natural alluvial soils. Although this process is generally naturally occurring, by-products of the decomposing natural material should be considered if encountered.

Nutrients (ammonia, sulphates, phosphates), gaseous emissions (CH4, CO2, H2S)

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Potential Unexpected Find

Observed Characteristic Type of Contaminant / Issues

Structures or conduits containing possible hazardous materials

Could be identified as follows: • A buried storage tank or former pipelines (typically metal,

concrete or plastic). • Deeper sand fill sometimes with visual/olfactory indications of

contamination. • Presence of small concrete footings surrounding by odorous of

visually impacted soils and/or groundwater.

TPH, BTEX, PAH, lead, asbestos

Ash or slag deposits Ash materials are typically light weight, grey and white sand and gravel sized particles (1mm to 10mm). Slag materials can be varied in consistency and colour and may comprise pale grey to blue/green/grey and be loose or cemented. Slag gravels can be very angular and appear to have a vesicular (i.e. ‘honeycomb’) texture.

PAH, heavy Metals, can generate alkaline leachate

Landfill type material Could include a combination of the other categories detailed in this table along with domestic (e.g. rag, clothing), clinical (e.g. sharps, human tissue or hair, laboratory specimens or culture), and/or putrescible waste (e.g. food scraps, nappies, animal waste).

Heavy metals, acids, ammonia, sulfides

Other unusual odours Other unusual odours that a different from surrounding soils. For instance, a sweet odour could indicate the presence of chlorinated hydrocarbon contamination.

Various

Per- and polyfluoralkyl substances (PFAS)

Foaming in waters (e.g. in excavations, dewatering sumps or discharge) with little agitation and minimal dissipation.

PFAS

Buried Drums Metal or plastic drums containing potentially unknown hazardous substances. It is noted that management of drum contents may require specialist hazmat contractors. Drums should not be opened to inspect contents until a qualified hazmat contractor has been engaged to assessed potential risks.

Various

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4.0 Unexpected Finds Procedure

The Multiplex Site Manager will retain the overall responsibility for implementing the unexpected finds procedure for all construction works undertaken within, or near, the project area.

4.1 Management of Unexpected Finds

Where unexpected contamination is identified or suspected by personnel involved in construction works within or near the project area, works will be temporarily suspended in the affected area. This area will be isolated to minimise the potential for disturbance of the affected material, soil and/or water. The Multiplex field personnel are to notify the Multiplex Site Manager or Project Manager who will then contact the Multiplex Environmental and Sustainability Manager who will be responsible for evaluation of the nature of the unexpected find.

The NSW EPA Accredited Site Auditor (the auditor) is to be notified in writing of the nature, extent, and proposed management of each unexpected find within 24 hours of discovery.

Due to the potential variability in both the nature and extent of an unexpected find, it is not possible to define specific remedial strategies for potential contamination associated with an unexpected find. However, the procedure described in Section 4.2 details a process for identifying and evaluating feasible options to manage an unexpected find.

4.2 Unexpected Finds Procedure

The unexpected Finds Protocol outlined in the RAP can be found in Appendix A. In the event that a person on-site identifies an unexpected find, Multiplex will undertake the actions presented in Table 4.1 below.

Table 4.1: Unexpected Finds Procedure

Step no. Description Action

1 Potential contaminated soil, groundwater or surface water, or ACM, is encountered during construction activities.

Cease work in the potentially impacted area as soon as it is safe to do so and move away from the area. Assess the potential immediate risk to worker health and surrounding environment posed by the unexpected find and assess if evacuation or assistance of emergency services is required.

2 Environmental management and work health safety management

Delineate an exclusion zone around the impacted area using fencing and/or appropriate barriers and signage. Additional control measures may be required for: • Odours and/or volatile compounds: odours suppression and no flames/sparks

signage. • Potential asbestos containing materials: if area is small cover with weighted

plastic sheeting or geofabric. For larger areas, use regular dust suppression as conditions require – refer to the Work Health and Safety Plan for required controls.

• Install environmental controls around the site to contain the contaminated material including diversion of water to minimise potential spread via surface water runoff in accordance with the Soil & Water Management Plan (SWMP).

• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) will be worn if conditions have changed as per the relevant Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) and Multiplex worker safety requirements.

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Step no. Description Action

3 Assess the unexpected find

A Contaminated Land Consultant should assess the unexpected find and provide: • Preliminary assessment of the nature of suspected contamination and

immediate management controls if needed. • Advise what further assessment and/or remediation works are required and

how such works are to be undertaken in accordance with contaminated site regulations and guidelines – refer to the CEMP.

• The assessment may include a requirement to undertake a targeted site investigation to sample and analyse contaminated media.

Suspected or identified contamination will be characterised with consideration of ASC NEPM (NEPC, 2013) and soil material will be classified in accordance with the Waste Classification Guidelines (NSW EPA, 2014).

4 Management or mitigation action and reporting

Based on advice of the Contaminated Land Consultant, implement necessary management or mitigation actions to minimise risk to human health and the environment and to allow the construction activities to recommence. Record details of the unexpected find and the actions undertaken, including the following, and notify the auditor, landowner; local council and/or NSW EPA: • Location, nature and extent of unexpected find • Scope, methodology and results of any investigation. • Scope, methodology and outcomes from any remedial activities completed. • Results of any validation sampling or clearance certificates (i.e. for asbestos). • Implemented changes to risk control measures.

5 Recommence works The Contaminated Land Consultant will provide relevant information and recommendations to the Multiplex Environment and Sustainability Manager, particularly for considering any changes to existing site management plans. Recommence construction works once mitigation or remediation works have been implemented, sampling has validated that the remediation strategy has been successful and if it is then deemed safe to do so by the Multiplex Environment and Sustainability Manager and the auditor.

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5.0 Environmental Control Measures and Compliance

5.1 Roles and Responsibilities

In addition to those detailed in the CEMP, the roles and responsibilities presented in Table 5.1 are relevant to the UFP.

Table 5.1: Dewatering roles and responsibilities

Role Responsibility

Contaminated Land Consultant Assess requirements to mitigate impacts of unexpected find and follow procedures outlined in the RAP and this UFP.

Foreman and Environmental Officer Communicate discovery and nature of unexpected finds to contamination consultant.

5.2 Training

Personnel involved in construction works in the project area will be made aware of, and trained, in the recognition of potential unexpected finds. Training will be undertaken as a part of general site induction and refreshed periodically at toolbox meetings.

Training will provide general awareness for recognition of potential contamination and hazardous materials, so that works can be suspended temporarily to allow evaluation by an appropriately qualified person. Project workers will be trained in identifying the following:

• Soil that appears to be contaminated based on visual and olfactory indicators. • Asbestos (i.e. either bonded or friable). • Groundwater or surface water that appears to be contaminated based on visual and olfactory

observations (including potential hydrocarbon sheens on the water surface, free phase liquids such as petroleum fuel, discolouration etc.).

• Drums or USTs. • Fill containing waste (e.g. ash, slag, refuse, demolition materials).

Contaminated land, ASS and/or asbestos is expected in some project areas (refer to CEMP and ASSMP). The Multiplex Project Manager and/or Environmental and Sustainability Manager will be responsible for making the Site Manager aware of the nature of these prior to construction activities commencing in those areas.

5.3 Monitoring and Inspection

Monitoring and inspection will be conducted in accordance with section 9 of the CEMP. Results and actions of monitoring and inspection are to be recorded as specified within the CEMP.

5.4 Auditing

Internal and external audit requirements will be conducted as outlined within section 10.1 of the CEMP.

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5.5 Reporting

Reporting will be conducted as outlined within section 12 of the CEMP. As per the CEMP, all unexpected finds are to be recorded on the Multiplex Unexpected Finds Register.

5.6 Non-conformance

Non-conformances will be managed as outlined in section 10.2 of the CEMP.

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6.0 Review and Improvement

This plan may be updated or revised if required. The procedure for review and approval of any updates or revisions will be in accordance with the procedure described in the CEMP.

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7.0 Principles and Limitations of Investigation

The following principles are an integral part of site contamination assessment practices and are intended to be referred to when resolving any ambiguity or exercising such discretion as is accorded the user or site assessor.

Area Principle and Limitation

Elimination of Uncertainty

Some uncertainty is inherent in all site investigations. Furthermore, any sample, either surface or subsurface, taken for chemical testing may or may not be representative of a larger population or area. Professional judgment and interpretation are inherent in the process, and even when exercised in accordance with objective scientific principles, uncertainty is inevitable. Additional assessment beyond that which was reasonably undertaken may reduce the uncertainty.

Failure to Detect Even when site investigation work is executed competently and in accordance with the appropriate Australian guidance, such as the National Environment Protection (Assessment of Site Contamination) Amendment Measure (‘the NEPM’), it must be recognised that certain conditions present especially difficult target analyte detection problems. Such conditions may include, but are not limited to, complex geological settings, unusual or generally poorly understood behaviour and fate characteristics of certain substances, complex, discontinuous, random, or heterogeneous distributions of existing target analytes, physical impediments to investigation imposed by the location of services, structures and other man-made objects, and the inherent limitations of assessment technologies.

Limitations of Information

The effectiveness of any site investigation may be compromised by limitations or defects in the information used to define the objectives and scope of the investigation, including inability to obtain information concerning historic site uses or prior site assessment activities despite the efforts of the user and assessor to obtain such information.

Chemical Analysis Error

Chemical testing methods have inherent uncertainties and limitations. Senversa routinely seeks to require the laboratory to report any potential or actual problems experienced, or non-routine events which may have occurred during the testing, so that such problems can be considered in evaluating the data.

Level of Assessment

The investigation herein should not be considered to be an exhaustive assessment of environmental conditions on a property. There is a point at which the effort required to obtain information is outweighed by the time required to obtain that information, and, in the context of private transactions and contractual responsibilities, may become a material detriment to the orderly conduct of business. If the presence of target analytes is confirmed on a property, the extent of further assessment is a function of the degree of confidence required and the degree of uncertainty acceptable in relation to the objectives of the assessment.

Comparison with Subsequent Inquiry

The justification and adequacy of the findings of this investigation in light of the findings of a subsequent inquiry should be evaluated based on the reasonableness of judgments made at the time and under the circumstances in which they were made.

Data Useability

Investigation data generally only represent the site conditions at the time the data were generated. Therefore, the usability of data collected as part of this investigation may have a finite lifetime depending on the application and use being made of the data. In all respects, a future reader of this report should evaluate whether previously generated data are appropriate for any subsequent use beyond the original purpose for which they were collected, or are otherwise subject to lifetime limits imposed by other laws, regulations or regulatory policies.

Nature of Advice The investigation works herein are intended to develop and present sound, scientifically valid data concerning actual site conditions. Senversa does not seek or purport to provide legal or business advice.

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Level 5, 201 Kent Street,Sydney NSW 2000(02) 9994 8016www.senversa.com.au

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Notes:Cadastre and road data sourced from land.vic.gov.au (DELWP)Aerial imagery sourced from Nearmap Pty Ltd

Datum GDA 1994, Projection MGA Zone 55

New Sydney Fish Market (Stage 2) – DewateringManagement Plan

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1A-1C Bridge Road, Glebe and Part of 56-60 PyrmontBridge Road, Pyrmont NSWMultiplex

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