NOD (Notification of Decision)
Testing Requirements Breakdown
NOD Testing is critical for ensuring that remediation processes meet regulatory requirements. Our rigorous protocols ensure compliance, efficiency, and long-term success.
Federal Standards (Canada)
Regulatory Body:
Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC)
Key Requirements:
- Risk Assessment: Detailed evaluation of potential environmental risks associated with proposed remediation techniques.
- Contaminant Thresholds: Meet or exceed guidelines for contaminants outlined in the Canadian Environmental Protection Act (CEPA).
- Report Submission: Submit comprehensive testing reports, including methodology, results, and safety measures.
- Approval Timeline: Typically requires 60–90 days for review and decision.
Focus Areas:
- Soil and water quality compliance.
- Greenhouse gas emissions during remediation processes.
Provincial Standards (Alberta)
Regulatory Body:
Alberta Environment and Protected Areas (EPA)
Key Requirements:
- Site-Specific Risk Assessment (SSRA): Demonstrate the efficacy of remediation solutions under Alberta-specific soil and groundwater conditions.
- Energy Efficiency: Testing must consider Alberta's focus on minimizing energy usage during industrial processes.
- Public Engagement: Some projects may require community consultation during the decision-making process.
Focus Areas:
- Compliance with the Alberta Tier 1 and Tier 2 Soil and Groundwater Remediation Guidelines.
- Addressing industrial and agricultural contamination.
United States (EPA Standards)
Regulatory Body:
United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
Key Requirements:
- Method Validation: Ensure remediation techniques align with EPA-approved methods (e.g., SW-846 for solid waste testing).
- Performance Metrics: Demonstrate contaminant removal efficiency above specified thresholds.
- Health and Safety Compliance: Include measures for worker safety and community health during testing.
Focus Areas:
- Adherence to the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) for hazardous waste management.
- Compliance with the Clean Water Act (CWA) for water remediation projects.
European Union (EU Standards)
Regulatory Body:
European Chemicals Agency (ECHA)
Key Requirements:
- Sustainability Assessment: Emphasize eco-friendly and sustainable remediation methods.
- Hazard Classification: Ensure thorough classification of contaminants under the EU REACH framework.
- Technical Dossier Submission: Submit testing methodologies, results, and mitigation plans to ECHA for review.
Focus Areas:
- Compliance with the European Soil Strategy and the Water Framework Directive.
- Adopting circular economy principles in remediation.
Global Industry Standards (ISO)
Regulatory Body:
International Organization for Standardization (ISO)
Key Requirements:
- Quality Management: Align testing processes with ISO 14001 (Environmental Management Systems).
- Documentation Standards: Maintain consistent reporting formats to meet international benchmarks.
- Cross-Border Compliance: Ensure testing results are transferrable across jurisdictions for multinational projects.
Focus Areas:
- Consistency and reproducibility in testing outcomes.
- Supporting multinational corporations in meeting cross-border environmental standards.
Oil and Gas Sector-Specific Standards (Alberta & Beyond)
Regulatory Body:
Alberta Energy Regulator (AER), API Standards (US and Global)
Key Requirements:
- Hydrocarbon Testing: Demonstrate effectiveness in remediating hydrocarbons and related compounds.
- Operational Safety: Include safety protocols specific to oil and gas extraction sites.
- Spill Response Validation: Ensure rapid and effective methods for emergency spill remediation are validated.
Focus Areas:
- Compliance with AER’s Directive 055 and Directive 058.
- Emergency readiness and environmental recovery metrics.
