Overview
TERRA's emergency response team provides immediate containment, assessment, and cleanup services for environmental incidents. Our certified professionals deliver 24/7 rapid response capabilities, regulatory coordination, and comprehensive remediation strategies to minimize environmental impact and ensure regulatory compliance.
Initial Assessment and Planning
Spill Characterization: Assess spill type (e.g., fuel oil, chemicals), volume, and impacted media (soil, water). Collect initial samples for analysis.
Immediate Response: Notify MassDEP or local state agency within 2 hours for reportable spills. Deploy containment measures (e.g., booms, absorbents) to limit spread.
Response Plan: Develop an Immediate Response Action (IRA) plan, outlining cleanup methods, waste disposal, and verification sampling.
Remediation Process
Containment and Removal: Use vacuum trucks or absorbents to remove spilled material. Excavate impacted soil or pump contaminated water as needed.
Treatment or Disposal: Treat recovered material on-site (if feasible) or transport to licensed facilities. Maintain chain-of-custody for waste tracking.
Verification Sampling: Sample affected media to confirm contaminant removal below MCP or EPA thresholds.
LSP Signoff and Documentation
IRA Completion Report: Submit an IRA Completion Report to MassDEP, including cleanup details, analytical data, and disposal records.
LSP Signoff: The LSP reviews verification data and signs off on the IRA or Permanent Solution Statement, confirming regulatory compliance.
Final Deliverable: Provide the client with a comprehensive report detailing spill response, cleanup, and site restoration activities.
Partner with TERRA Environmental
When environmental emergencies strike, rapid response is critical to minimize impact and liability. Our 24/7 emergency response team mobilizes quickly to contain spills, assess impacts, and implement immediate protective measures. We handle everything from initial response through final cleanup and reporting, ensuring your emergency is managed professionally and in full regulatory compliance.