Hazardous substances refer to a wide array of contaminants that are regulated under the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (CERCLA). These substances include hazardous waste and chemical contaminants but exclude petroleum products due to a specific exemption.
A Site Assessment (Environmental) is a crucial evaluation process used to identify any potential environmental contaminants or liabilities present on a specified piece of real estate.
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