Why you should hire an LSP
LSPs are environmental scientists or engineers who specialize in cleaning up oil spills and other hazardous materials. If you have had a release reportable under the Massachusetts Contingency Plan or suspect that your property is contaminated, you are required to hire a LSP to obtain a professional estimate of the contamination. LSPs will collect and analyze data to assess the extent of the contamination and advise you on the best way to remediate the site.
Hiring advice
Some tips you may want to follow when hiring a LSP are:
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Search the LSP Board’s website listing of LSPs
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Contact multiple LSPs
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Get several estimates
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State requirements applicable to your situation
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Actions they are proposing to meet those requirements
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Proposed work schedule
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Deadlines and fees from MassDEP
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Cost of the LSP and related services
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Check references
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Check the LSP Board website to ensure that the LSP has a valid license
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Compare the experience and costs of all LSPs
Additional Resources
Contract
When you hire a LSP, you should get a written contract. The contract should include:
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Clear cleanup objectives
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The specific actions that will be taken to clean the contamination
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A proposed schedule
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A detailed budget
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How changes in the project will be handled
More Information
You can find more information at the Department of Environmental Protection and from the LSP Board.