Cleaning up your own back yard

Although not a new problem, the general issues associated with contaminated sites are becoming more widely known. Active steps are now being taken, on many sites, to identify specific problems and remediate contaminants to safe levels. This paper provides a basic introduction for geotechnical professionals who are encountering their first contaminated site projec Issues are considered from the prospective of the site owner and project manager, including discussion of legal, political, financial, contractual and technical aspects.