The Environmental Protection Act (Part IIa) relates to the identification
and remediation of contaminated land and came into force in Scotland
in July 2000. Under the Act, Local Authorities are required to identify
contaminated sites within their area and take steps to remediate these.
Due to Scotland's vast industrial history, many contaminated sites
are known to exist across the country. The extent to which these sites
impact on public health is determined using a source-pathway-receptor
model for the contaminants of concern.
HPS provide advice to stakeholders on a site-specific basis in relation
to the toxicological impact of pollutants on public health, proposed
risk management strategies and risk communication with the public.
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