Can the Atlantic RBCA software be used for contaminants other than petroleum hydrocarbons?
At present, Version 2 of the Atlantic RBCA software is sanctioned for use only with TPH and BTEX. The physical/chemical properties and toxicological data has been reviewed and updated for these compounds. Although the current release of the software contains similar data for many other compounds, these data have not been reviewed to ensure that they are up-to-date and appropriate for use in Canada. As a result, the Atlantic RBCA software model cannot be generally sanctioned for use with chemicals other than TPH and BTEX. However, the concepts of risk assessment and management apply to non-petroleum contaminants under the Atlantic RBCA process adopted by the Atlantic Provinces. Site Professionals calculate such risks for a Tier 3 assessment.
