Document ID: chunk:federal_register_of_legislation:F2013C00288:reg:6:p2
Version: federal_register_of_legislation:F2013C00288
Segment Type: reg
Provision Reference: reg 6 (pt 2/2)
Character Range: 3125463–3126662

initial assessment to completion of the remediation. The plan was based upon the following principles:
    * identifying the affected community
    * being clear about the purpose of conveying information
    * accepting the rights of the residents and groups to contribute to decisions that could affect them.

Engagement techniques
The EPA used various engagement techniques including:
    * doorknocking residents
    * discussions with principals and teachers of education establishments in proximity to the site
    * production and dissemination of ongoing multilingual information bulletins to the community in the area and the relevant action group
    * intensive contact and personal visits undertaken with those with contaminated properties
    * advising residents of sampling results
    * periodically issuing media releases.

Outcomes
The main outcomes of the process were that:
    * the community was well informed about the contamination and the remediation process
    * the local community was able to contribute to decisions that affected them
    * overall, the engagement plan was successful as the residents generally appeared satisfied that their safety was not compromised.