The first stage of the process was to undertake a full suite contamination test accredited to UKAS (United Kingdom Accredited Surveyor) to identify the hazardous components within the materials being removed.

Once the hazardous nature of the materials had been identified, we worked with the client to implement a removal plan using a specialised contractor which was fully managed by WWM. The works started during the school’s summer break and, operating to a tight time schedule, the lion’s share of the excavation material was removed over a two month period.

Over 850 tonnes of contaminated soil was removed from the site and taken to an appropriate and licensed hazardous waste disposal facility. We also collected and transferred approximately 800 tonnes of concrete to a recycling facility for onward processing and use back in the construction industry.

The whole operation was carried out smoothly, from the initial testing of the material to collection and final treatment. All duty of care obligations were carried out thoroughly providing Kier with peace of mind that the waste audit trail would stand up to scrutiny.