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Engineering for a better tomorrow

Building Pollutant Register

Expert Inspections and Pollutant Registers for Safe Redevelopment

On-site Building Inspection: Visual survey by certified experts focused on materials with suspected contamination

Sampling: Targeted material extraction and laboratory testing

Pollutant Register Report:

  • Includes building history and usage
  • Structure, and technical installations
  • Identification and risk evaluation of suspicious materials
  • Recommendations for remediation, occupational safety, and waste handling
  • Volume estimates of contaminated materials


Documentation: Illustrated with site plans, photo documentation, sampling records

Our experts identify and evaluate the following common building pollutants:

Asbestos:

  • Found in plasters, fillers, adhesives
  • Roof and façade panels
  • Floor coverings, Brake linings, seals, insulation materials


Artificial Mineral Fibers (AMF):

  • Found in thermal insulation (e.g., roof, pipes)
  • Tile adhesives


Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons (PAHs):

  • Present in roofing felt, adhesives, and pipe insulation


Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCBs):

  • Found in sealing materials, capacitors, and old paints


Wood Preservatives (e.g., PCP, lindane):

  • In structural wood components or flooring
  • Remediation and Demolition Concepts Tailored strategies based on pollutant type and building structure
  • Specifications for Tendering Technical documentation for procurement and contracting
  • Technical Site Supervision Oversight of remediation and demolition in accordance with TRGS 519/524
  • Control and Clearance Measurements Confirm pollutant removal and safety for continued use
  • Monitoring and Support: Continuous supervision of all pollutant-related construction activities
  • Consulting and Authority Coordination: Assistance with permits, coordination with regulatory bodies, and client communication
  • Final Reports and Documentation: Comprehensive reporting with legal traceability, including photographs, sampling records, and building-specific data

ICP INGENIEURE GmbH

REGISTER OF BUILDING POLLUTANTS

When planning new developments or repurposing land, legacy issues from previous uses often arise — not only contaminated soil but also older buildings that may contain hazardous materials. These pollutants pose serious risks to human health and the environment.


ICP Engineers GmbH creates a detailed building pollutant register on the basis of a qualified building inspection and sampling. This documents all suspected materials identified and assesses their pollutant potential. In this way, we create the basis for a safe demolition project, for legally compliant disposal in accordance with the Closed Substance Cycle Waste Management Act and for the protection of employees and the environment.

Our certified specialists are qualified in accordance with TRGS 519 (asbestos) and TRGS 524 (contaminated areas). They undergo regular training to ensure up-to-date technical and regulatory expertise

Additional Considerations for Building Pollutant Registers

The preparation and use of a building pollutant register follows key principles that ensure safety, compliance, and efficient project planning:

  • Regulatory Compliance: Full alignment with legal standards (TRGS 519/524, KrWG) to avoid liabilities and project delays
  • Cost Certainty: Clear estimation of demolition, remediation, and disposal costs
  • Schedule and Process Planning: Accurate projection of timeframes and workflow
  • Safety: Protection of building users, site workers, and the environment through early identification and planning