Peat Landslide Hazard Risk Assessment Services

Our Peat Landslide Hazard Risk Assessment (PLHRA) service provides analysis and risk evaluation of potential landslide hazards associated with developments on peat. Peatlands are often subject to instability due to their unique hydrological and geotechnical properties.  We utilise data relating to peat (e.g. depth, condition, characterisation, existing instability features), hydrological and hydrogeological conditions, land use and geomorphology from desk studies, field surveys and peat investigations, as well as GIS analysis evaluating factors such as slope angle and peat thickness to assess the potential for peat slide and its likelihood.  We will then assess the potential adverse consequences by identifying local and onsite environmental and sensitive receptors. This is combined with the potential for peat slide to estimate the overall risk, in the event that a peat landslide does occur.

Based on our findings, we provide detailed recommendations for mitigating peat landslide risks. This may include redesigning infrastructure and implementing mitigation such as drainage solutions and construction management.