I picked up an April 10, 2008 Inside EPA and could not help but notice a number of glaring errors. The article indicates the E 1527 Phase I standard "includes protocols for assessing vapor intrusion and other forms of contamination." As we all know, this is not true. The protocol for vapor intrusion screening is the E 2600 standard. The article further states the E 2600 standard "recommends prospective buyers of property automatically screen for vapor intrusion if a potential sour ...     Read entire post

There appears to be a question about the applicability of the E2600 standard in those states already having vapor intrusion guidance policy. The E2600 standard is applicable because it is directed at real estate transactions to determine the potential for a vapor intrusion problem (screening in Tiers 1 and 2). If there is a potential for vapor intrusion (pVIC) at a site, E2600 (Tier 3) refers the user to applicable existing regulatory agency guidance that is directe ...     Read entire post

Vapor intrusion into structures on a property can potentially create significant liability and have a material impact on property value. As such, it is a growing concern for property owners, prospective purchasers of property and the environmental professionals conducting due diligence. To respond to this industry concern, ASTM recently approved ASTM E 2600, Standard Practice for Assessment of Vapor Intrusion into Structures on Property Involved in Real Estate Transactions. The standard describe ...     Read entire post