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Case Study Kerosene Spill

Keroscene Oil Spill
Case Study Kerosene Spill The Challenge: Following damage to an oil-feed line, approximately 2000 litres of kerosene was lost to ground at the rear of a residential property. Oil hit the shallow groundwater and started to migrate in to the local watercourse. The challenge came firstly to restrict the spread of kerosene down stream to a fishery, then remediate the site. The Solution: Emergency mitigation measures were deployed to prevent migration of kerosene further off-site using absorben...
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OIL SPILL FROM STARAGE TANK IN THE GARDEN

OIL SPILL FROM STARAGE TANK IN THE GARDEN The Challenge Iduna Ltd were called in to assess the extent of impact from an oil spill in the rear garden of a residential property. Approximately 500 litres of kerosene had been lost to ground from a crack in the heating oil tank, all 500 litres of kerosene was found to be contained in soils beneath and adjacent to the tank. The oil leak had not spread to neighbouring properties. The Solution to clean up the Oil spill Iduna Ltd provided 2 options...
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TESTIMONIALS Wexford IDUNA LTD carried out some very detailed restoration work to my period home in Wexford, which was In a state of ruin. Their team of expert restoration workers lovingly restored our now magnificent home to its present glory. Their expertise is truly remarkable as you can see from the before and after pictures I enclose. Their team are very hard working, mannerly and respectful of our property and kept us totally informed at all stages of the project. I highly recommend...
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Evidence of an oil spill. Grass die back due to an oil leak

Identifying the signs of an oil spill The grass has turned brown indicating the presence of contamination underneath the turf. This is possibly as a result of an oil leak from the oil storage tank. A site investigation is necessary at this point to identify the extent of the spill and to determine the extent of environmental damage. If left untreated, oil will continue to leak causing further environmental damage. Oil spills are dangerous for the environment and also for peopl...
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Domestic Sewage/Percolation Installation

The Water Services (Amendment) Act 2013 places an onus on householders to ensure that their septic tank and sewage treatment systems are registered for inspection by the EPA (Environmental Protection Agency). The overall aim of the Act is to ensure that waste is managed to reduce environmental damage. If your inspection identifies a problem with your sewage system, then it may require remedial works to ensure compliance with EPA regulations. A malfunctioning system can contaminate groundwater le...
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Oil spill. Cleaning an oil spill

    Cleaning an oil spill If you identified a leak from your oil tank you will need advice on cleaning an oil spill. You may have the following questions How much damage has the oil spill caused? How much oil has leaked from my oil tank? Has the oil spread underneath my house? Iduna Ltd can help with cleaning an oil spill Iduna Ltd are a professional company and can help with cleaning an oil spill using the following steps Excavation and disposal of contaminate...
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Oil tank leaking?

Is your Oil Tank Leaking? Is your oil tank leaking? If you smell oil in the area around your oil tank, then it is possible that your tank is leaking. Closer examination of your tank could indicate that a seal or pipe has corroded and is causing your oil tank to leak. It is also possible that your oil tank has been tampered with and could be damaged leading to your oil tank leaking. If you find that your tank is leaking then there are a number of procedures to follow What to do if your oil ta...
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