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National Environment Protection (Assessment of Site Contamination) Measure 1999
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National Environment Protection (Assessment of Site Contamination) Measure 1999
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Contamination, or further contamination, of a site should be prevented. Investigation or Screening Levels provided as part of this policy framework process should not be construed as desirable soil/water quality criteria or levels up to which contamination may be allowed to occur. There should be no noticeable or measurable change in the characteristics of soil, or associated ground or surface waters. It is recognised that certain activities will lead to the addition of substances to the soil which raise the background levels of soils. These are valid and legitimate activities where they are undertaken in accordance with relevant laws and best practice guidelines.