At Specialized Onsite Services Inc., soil sampling is a critical step in assessing environmental contamination. This process involves collecting environmental samples directly from a site for analysis at an accredited soil testing laboratory in Ontario. Each sample is carefully documented with a chain-of-custody form, which records details such as the location and depth from which the sample was taken.
If soil contamination is suspected or identified, a thorough site assessment is conducted to determine the extent of the issue. Environmental drilling is often used, where small boreholes are drilled into the ground at pre-determined depths to collect soil samples. For shallow contaminated areas, construction equipment may be used instead. The type of contamination—whether it’s hydrocarbons, heavy metals, or hazardous chemicals—will dictate what tests are performed at the accredited soil testing laboratory in Ontario.
If the assessment reveals contamination, soil remediation options will be recommended based on the severity of the contamination and regulatory guidelines.
