The obligation
EPA may issue investigation or remediation orders to responsible persons under ss 26–35, enforceable with penalties for non-compliance.
The EPA may issue investigation orders (requiring assessment of contamination) and remediation orders (requiring clean-up) to persons responsible for contaminated land. Orders must specify the land, the action required, and the timeframe. Non-compliance carries significant penalties. Orders can be appealed to the Land and Environment Court. These obligations directly affect industrial operators, developers, and former site owners.
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- EPA may issue investigation or remediation orders to responsible persons under ss 26–35, enforceable with penalties for non-compliance.
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Frequently asked questions
Which WHS law does this come from?
Investigation and Remediation Orders is a WHS requirement set out in Contaminated Land Management Act 1997 (NSW). The relevant provision is Contaminated Land Management Act 1997 > Part 3 – Investigation and Remediation Orders § ss 26–35.
What does this WHS obligation require?
Investigation and Remediation Orders is a WHS obligation under Contaminated Land Management Act 1997 (NSW). In short, EPA may issue investigation or remediation orders to responsible persons under ss 26–35, enforceable with penalties for non-compliance.
What changed recently?
Investigation and Remediation Orders was last updated on 13 August 2026.
