A hands-on introduction to this internationally renowned software tool for fate and transport modelling and human health risk assessments for contaminated sites. This one-day introductory course is presented by leading experts involved in soil & groundwater consulting & research. It is designed to familiarise & equip delegates with the practical knowledge to implement RISC for contaminated sites in the UK. The course comprises lectures together with practical ‘hands-on’ sessions. Featured topics include:-

• Introduction to quantitative risk assessment, and its application within RISC

• Introduction to contaminant transport in groundwater and in the vapour phase

• Understanding data requirements and sensitivity for risk assessment

• Application of RISC within the CLEA framework

This is an important course developed for environmental professionals working in areas of brownfield redevelopment & contaminated land. The course is recommended for Planners, Engineers, Environmental Health Officers & Geologists from all industry sectors.

Please note that the practical sessions of the 2008 course will be held using RISC version 4. Depending on the progress of software development, successive courses may use the new RISC version 5.

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