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CL:AIRE is a UK charity committed to providing a valuable service for all those involved in sustainable land reuse.
We develop training resources, disseminate information and act as a credible resource for all stakeholders, ensuring we remain at the cutting-edge of best practice and innovation.

 

Improving efficiency & raising standards
Improving efficiency & raising standards
Definition of Waste Code of Practice (DoWCoP), National Quality Mark Scheme for Land Affected by Contamination (NQMS), Asbestos in Soil, SuRF...
Supporting our Members
Supporting our Members
Find out about the benefits of becoming a CL:AIRE Principal or Supporter Member:- Member discounts, Networking, Working Groups, ...
Sharing Knowledge & Developing People
Sharing Knowledge & Developing People
Water and Land Library ( WALL), Continuing Professional development through Training and workshops...
CL:AIRE Membership
CL:AIRE works with its Members to raise awareness and pursue shared objectives in land, water and environmental management by collecting strategic industry information and developing industry initiatives that improve efficiency and save money.
Gas Protection Verification Scheme (GPVS)
The GPVS seeks to raise standards in membrane inspection, verification and reporting and provide confidence that risks associated with ground gases have been adequately managed.
Definition of Waste Code of Practice
The Definition of Waste Code of Practice (DoWCoP) provides a clear, consistent and efficient process which enables the reuse of excavated materials on-site or their movement between sites.

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NQMS for Land Contamination Management
The National Quality Mark Scheme for Land Contamination Management (NQMS) is developed by the National Brownfield Forum to provide visible identification of documents that have been checked for quality.

Introduction to Brownfield Site Investigation: Topics

Overview

This page gives you access to all the training content on this subject, including links to the course structure, objectives and syllabus. A forum has also been created for the user to ask questions or provide feedback on the technical content of the subject. It is recommended that you read all the information before proceeding with module one. There are 10 modules to complete.

To access the modules, scroll down to the 10 module toggle bars and select the arrow icon. This will expand the toggle and display the full content of the module.

Once an activity has been completed, select the dotted tick icon to the right of the activity link. This informs the website that the training required to proceed to the next module has been passed.

This course has two assessments; the first after the reading list and video in module 1, and the second upon completion of module 10. Once all activities have been completed and both assessments passed, a personalised PDF certificate will be available to download.
N.B. The certificate can only be accessed once, so please make sure it is saved in a safe location prior to closure.

Module 1: An Introduction to Brownfield Site Investigation

This module consists of a Microsoft PowerPoint presentation with narration converted to streaming video format. The video is hosted on YouTube and has been embedded here. A good broadband internet connection is required in order to stream the video.

In addition to the video, a PDF of all the slides is available to print.

Once the video has been streamed, select the dotted tick icon to the right of the activity link to indicate that the activity has been completed. The next module will now become available.

Module 2: Documentary Research

This module consists of a Microsoft PowerPoint presentation with narration converted to streaming video format. The video is hosted on YouTube and has been embedded here. A good broadband internet connection is required in order to stream the video.

In addition to the video, a PDF of all the slides is available to print.

Once the video has been streamed, select the dotted tick icon to the right of the activity link to indicate that the activity has been completed. The next module will now become available.

Module 3: Site Reconnaissance

This module consists of a Microsoft PowerPoint presentation with narration converted to streaming video format. The video is hosted on YouTube and has been embedded here. A good broadband internet connection is required in order to stream the video.

In addition to the video, a PDF of all the slides is available to print.

Once the video has been streamed, select the dotted tick icon to the right of the activity link to indicate that the activity has been completed. The next module will now become available.

Module 4: Design of the Investigation

This module consists of a Microsoft PowerPoint presentation with narration converted to streaming video format. The video is hosted on YouTube and has been embedded here. A good broadband internet connection is required in order to stream the video.

In addition to the video, a PDF of all the slides is available to print.

Once the video has been streamed, select the dotted tick icon to the right of the activity link to indicate that the activity has been completed. The next module will now become available.

Module 5: Surveying

This module consists of a Microsoft PowerPoint presentation with narration converted to streaming video format. The video is hosted on YouTube and has been embedded here. A good broadband internet connection is required in order to stream the video.

In addition to the video, a PDF of all the slides is available to print.

Once the video has been streamed, select the dotted tick icon to the right of the activity link to indicate that the activity has been completed. The next module will now become available.

Module 6 - Service Avoidance

This module consists of a Microsoft PowerPoint presentation with narration converted to streaming video format. The video is hosted on YouTube and has been embedded here. A good broadband internet connection is required in order to stream the video.

In addition to the video, a PDF of all the slides is available to print.

Once the video has been streamed, select the dotted tick icon to the right of the activity link to indicate that the activity has been completed. The next module will now become available.

Module 7: Monitoring and Sampling

This module consists of a Microsoft PowerPoint presentation with narration converted to streaming video format. The video is hosted on YouTube and has been embedded here. A good broadband internet connection is required in order to stream the video.

In addition to the video, a PDF of all the slides is available to print.

Once the video has been streamed, select the dotted tick icon to the right of the activity link to indicate that the activity has been completed. The next module will now become available.

Module 8: Insitu testing

This module consists of a Microsoft PowerPoint presentation with narration converted to streaming video format. The video is hosted on YouTube and has been embedded here. A good broadband internet connection is required in order to stream the video.

In addition to the video, a PDF of all the slides is available to print.

Once the video has been streamed, select the dotted tick icon to the right of the activity link to indicate that the activity has been completed. The next module will now become available.

Module 9: Laboratory Testing

This module consists of a Microsoft PowerPoint presentation with narration converted to streaming video format. The video is hosted on YouTube and has been embedded here. A good broadband internet connection is required in order to stream the video.

In addition to the video, a PDF of all the slides is available to print.

Once the video has been streamed, select the dotted tick icon to the right of the activity link to indicate that the activity has been completed. The next module will now become available.

Module 10: Site Safety

This module consists of a Microsoft PowerPoint presentation with narration converted to streaming video format. The video is hosted on YouTube and has been embedded here. A good broadband internet connection is required in order to stream the video.

In addition to the video, a PDF of all the slides is available to print.

Once the video has been streamed, select the dotted tick icon to the right of the activity link to indicate that the activity has been completed. The next module will now become available.

  1. Next GPVS application window opens 1 June 2025

    Next GPVS application window opens 1 June 2025

     April 2025
    The next Gas Protection Verification Accreditation Scheme (GPVS) application window opens 1 June 2025 and closes 31 August 2025. The application window is open to Technician Grade and Specialist...
  2. Contamination and Land Remediation Expo (CLR Expo) 2025

    Contamination and Land Remediation Expo (CLR Expo) 2025

     April 2025
    The Contamination and Land Remediation Expo (CLR Expo) returns for 2025 (16-17 September, NEC, Birmingham) as the premier event for professionals across the geoenvironmental sectors. Whether you're a contractor, environmental...
  3. BSI proposes to revise guidance on investigations for ground gas (BS8576)

    BSI proposes to revise guidance on investigations for ground gas (BS8576)

     April 2025
    The British Standards Institution (BSI) proposes to revise BS8576 - Guidance on investigations for ground gas. Permanent gases and Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs). A new work item proposal has been...
  4. EAC launches new inquiry to address the risks of PFAS within the UK's regulatory approach

    EAC launches new inquiry to address the risks of PFAS within the UK's regulatory approach

     April 2025
    The Environmental Audit Committee (EAC) has launched an inquiry looking at the risks of PFAS within the UK's regulatory approach. EAC requests written submissions by 5.00pm on 26 May 2025.
  5. EU Council reaches agreement on soil monitoring law

    EU Council reaches agreement on soil monitoring law

     April 2025
    The European Council has reached a provisional deal with the European Parliament on a directive establishing a framework for soil monitoring to improve resilience and manage the risks of contaminated...
  6. UK and Welsh Governments launch joint consultation to reform environmental permitting regulations

    UK and Welsh Governments launch joint consultation to reform environmental permitting regulations

     April 2025
    The UK and Welsh Governments have launched a joint consultation to reform Environmental Permitting Regulations 2016. The proposals relate to flood risk activities, waste operations, water discharge...
  7. Independent review of Defra's regulatory landscape published

    Independent review of Defra's regulatory landscape published

     April 2025
    The independent review carried out by Dan Corry on behalf of Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (Defra), to review environmental regulations has been published. The review has identified major...
  8. Environment Agency publishes guidance on how to get environmental permitting support for major projects

    Environment Agency publishes guidance on how to get environmental permitting support for major projects

     April 2025
    The Environment Agency has published guidance on how to get extra support for projects in England that require a complex range of environmental permits and licences. Further information is
  9. Piling and Penetrative Ground Improvement Methods on Land Affected by Contamination: Guidance on Pollution Prevention

    Piling and Penetrative Ground Improvement Methods on Land Affected by Contamination: Guidance on Pollution Prevention

     March 2025
    In March 2025, CL:AIRE published a new guidance document Piling and Penetrative Ground Improvement Methods on Land Affected by Contamination: Guidance on Pollution Prevention. Download the file here (23MB)
    CL:AIRE rolling out new membership process for new and renewing members

    CL:AIRE rolling out new membership process for new and renewing members

     March 2025
    Over the next few weeks, CL:AIRE will be rolling out a new membership process for new and renewing members. The process will improve how we capture the data about our...
  10. Launch of Earthbanks project

    Launch of Earthbanks project

     March 2025
    CL:AIRE is excited to formally announce the launch of its new research project, Earthbanks, spearheaded by eight of the top academics in soil in the UK. The Earthbanks project aims to...
  11. CL:AIRE publishes DoW CoP 2024 Auditing Summary Report

    CL:AIRE publishes DoW CoP 2024 Auditing Summary Report

     March 2025
    CL:AIRE continues performing the Definition of Waste Code of Practice (DoW CoP) audits following the procedures published on its website (DoW CoP Auditing Procedures). The audit activities...
  12. BSSS launches new soil podcast

    BSSS launches new soil podcast

     March 2025
    The British Society of Soil Science (BSSS) has launched a new podcast, Soil Matters, a platform dedicated to bridging the gap between cutting-edge scientific research and...
  13. CL:AIRE publishes new piling guidance

    CL:AIRE publishes new piling guidance

     March 2025
    CL:AIRE is delighted to announce the publication of a new guidance document Piling and Penetrative Ground Improvement Methods on Land Affected by Contamination: Guidance on Pollution Prevention. This report presents guidance on...
  14. Government publishes policy paper on new approach to ensure regulation support growth

    Government publishes policy paper on new approach to ensure regulation support growth

     March 2025
    HM Treasury has recently published a policy paper titled New approach to ensure regulators and regulation support growth. This action plan sets out the next steps to enable a regulatory...
  15. AGS publishes guidance about managing pressurised gases during drilling

    AGS publishes guidance about managing pressurised gases during drilling

     March 2025
    The Association of Geotechnical and Geoenvironmental Specialists (AGS) has recently published guidance Managing pressurised gases during drilling. This guidance provided information to aid ground engineering specialists in the risk assessment process.
  16. CL:AIRE publishes TRG Annual Report 2024

    CL:AIRE publishes TRG Annual Report 2024

     February 2025
    CL:AIRE has now published the 2024 Technology and Research Group (TRG) Annual Report and it is available to download.
  17. New CL:AIRE TRG member

    New CL:AIRE TRG member

     February 2025
    CL:AIRE is delighted to announce that its Technology and Research Group (TRG) has a new member - Brian Reid, Professor of Soil Science at the University of East Anglia.
  18. EiCLaR project produces range of outputs on completion

    EiCLaR project produces range of outputs on completion

     February 2025
    EiCLaR (Enhanced and Innovative In Situ Biotechnologies for Contaminated Land Remediation) was a project funded by the EU and China. It ran from January 2021 until the end of 2024...
  19. Joint advice note published by Regulators on expectations for successful land quality management at nuclear licensed sites

    Joint advice note published by Regulators on expectations for successful land quality management at nuclear licensed sites

     February 2025
    A joint advice note has been published for the nuclear sector titled Regulatory expectations for successful land quality management at nuclear licensed sites. It was issued...
  20. UK Government delays mandatory digital waste tracking

    UK Government delays mandatory digital waste tracking

     February 2025
    The UK Government has announced the delay of digital waste tracking becoming mandatory in April 2025. It will now be introduced from April 2026. Read the updated policy paper