Germany – Expert witness services – UzK, Geb.213, Campus-Nord, Schadstoffgutachten

The tender for the hazardous substance report is being conducted as part of an early phase investigation (Phase 0). Prior to remediation or demolition works, an expert is needed to analyse and evaluate building components contaminated with hazardous substances. A systematic survey, analysis and evaluation of the hazardous substances used should achieve the following objectives:

- Identification of the sources of hazardous substance contamination

- Determination of the type and composition of the hazardous substances (hazardous substance identification)

- Measurement of concentrations in samples and comparison with legal limit values

- Assessment of potential hazards to humans and the environment

- Evaluation of the necessity of remediation measures

- Proof of compliance with environmental and health regulations (e.g. for building permits, environmental impact assessments)