One Size Does Not Fit All - Due Diligence

In this episode, returning guest Annie McIlwain, Principal and District Manager at PPM Consultants, Inc., delves into the intricate process of due diligence, focusing on the crucial Phase One assessment. Listeners will learn about the distinct challenges posed by older facilities compared to newer construction and how commercial sites like dry cleaners that handle chemicals and hazardous substances may require particular scrutiny. The discussion highlights conditions that necessitate a Phase 2 investigation, touches on different types of facilities and reconnaissance methods, and the value of historical aerial photographs in assessing potential contamination. Special attention is given to considerations for landfills…