Humber/Ontario Real Estate Course 1 Exam Practice

When a certified environmental site assessor's report identifies potential contamination, what is the next step?

1. Phase 1 Environmental Site Assessment

2. Phase 2 Environmental Site Assessment

3. Phase 3 Environmental Site Assessment

4. Phase 4 Environmental Site Assessment

The correct answer is: Phase 2 Environmental Site Assessment

When a certified environmental site assessor's report identifies potential contamination, the next step would typically be to conduct a Phase 2 Environmental Site Assessment. This phase involves further investigation to assess the extent of the contamination identified in the Phase 1 assessment. It usually includes soil, groundwater, or air sampling to determine the severity and spread of the contamination. This information is crucial for developing a remediation plan to address the environmental issues on the property. Options A, C, and D are incorrect: A. Phase 1 Environmental Site Assessment is typically the initial step to evaluate the potential for contamination and does not involve the detailed investigation required when contamination is confirmed. C. Phase 3 and D. Phase 4 Environmental Site Assessments are not standard phases in the environmental assessment process in Ontario and are not recognized industry standards for site assessments.