Andy
Here's the HSE guidance on risks from human remains.
Fabia
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-----Original Message-----
From: Contaminated Land Management Discussion List
[mailto:[log in to unmask]] On Behalf Of Andy
O'Dea
Sent: 27 August 2009 10:27
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Subject: BioHazard Related to London Burial Site
We have carried out an Phase 1 desk study for a proposed development
site in central London (near Regents Park). The earliest edition
historical map identifies the site as a "workhouse" but archaeological
advise indicates that the site was used for the burial of human remains
before that time (pre 1780s). We do not know if these were so-called
'plague pits' or simply individual graves.
My question is this........is there likely to be any significant
biological/contamination risk associated with a burial site of such age
(at least 230 years old) and if so, what testing should be carried out
in any future ground investigation works? I have heard that this has
been an issue for London Underground in the past but risk was related to
protection of buried concrete/steel from acid conditions and public
notification of the works.
Many thanks in advance for any advice.
Regards
Andy O'Dea
Senior Associate
For and on behalf of Peter Brett Associates LLP
Tel: +44 (0)118 952 0252
Mob: +44 (0)7917 372 803
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