Marlborough Sounds Resource Management Plan Public consideration and assessment of changes in the use of contaminated sites are necessary to ensure adequate clean up procedures are undertaken. This will ensure that adverse effects of contaminated sites are avoided or mitigated prior to redevelopment. 17.3 Anticipated Environmental Results Implementation of the policies and methods relating to hazardous substances will result in: • The avoidance or minimisation of adverse environmental and human health effects and risks associated with the use, storage or transport of hazardous substances; • A greater public and user understanding of the need for, and risks associated with, hazardous substances and facilities, including the need for safe and effective management practices; • A reduction in the quantities of waste generated through the adoption of cleaner production methods; and • Increased knowledge of, and control over, actual and potential contaminated sites in the Marlborough Sounds, including requirements for ongoing monitoring and active cleanup of seriously contaminated land. 17 - 8