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Oil leaks and foul water (soil) escapes can lead to serious contamination of buildings, land, and groundwater, often with long-term environmental and financial consequences. While the impacts may differ, the underlying causes frequently share common themes, particularly the failure, degradation, or poor installation of pipework and materials.
In this webinar, Dr Eleanor Jay, Head of the Materials Group at Hawkins, will explore how failures associated with oil-bearing systems and drainage infrastructure can give rise to contamination events. Drawing on examples from real casework, the session will examine how material selection, installation practices, ageing, and environmental exposure contribute to both oil leaks and escapes of foul water, and how these failures are identified through forensic analysis.
The webinar will also consider contamination pathways, investigation challenges, and the implications for remediation, highlighting the importance of accurate root cause identification to effectively manage risk, liability, and prevent future recurrence.
