Hazardous Waste Drum Recovery

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South Central, Louisiana

Responsible for the removal of approximately 150 barrels from a barge cleaning facility on the Mississippi River in South Central Louisiana. Utilized decompression diving methods for extended bottom periods. The barrels were recovered from depths to 75 feet in currents to 4.5 knots. Employees worked in Level A, Level B and Level C environments.

Unique Features

  • Recovered and overpacked in water depths to 75 feet and 4.5 knot current
  • Utilized decompression diving (recompression chamber on site)
  • 0″-3″ visibility
  • All diving utilized bottled air imported daily due to potential air quality porblems
  • No accidents or injuries
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Harbor Sampling and Temporary Cover

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Lake Michigan

Provided sediment sampling at a Superfund Site on Lake Michigan. After the sampling was completed, the U.S. EPA was interested in placing a temporary HDPE cap over a PCB “hot spot” to prevent this from washing out during spring runoff. Provided the design and installation of the HDPE cap and performed as a sub-consultant for the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s ERCS contractor.

Unique Features

  • Provided sampling services with both divers and drill rig from barge system
  • Designed HDPE cap for PCB “hot spot”
  • Installed temporary HDPE cap
  • Project completed on time and within budget
  • Project completed on time and within budget
  • No accidents or injuries
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