Ecolex Logo
The gateway to
environmental law
Search results » Jurisprudence

in re: Hospital Waste

Country/Territory
Pakistan
Type of court
National - higher court
Date
Dec 22, 2010
Source
UNEP, InforMEA
Court name
High Court
Seat of court
Karachi
Judge
Abassi and Alam
Reference number
D-363/2008
Language
English
Subject
Waste & hazardous substances
Keyword
Solid waste Hazardous waste Food waste Organic waste Waste disposal Waste domestic sources Waste non-domestic sources
Abstract
The bench has disposed of this petition holding that it had served its purpose as the authorities have taken steps to ensure that hospital waste is disposed safely. The bench held that as a result of its orders and the formation of a committee by the health department, it has been ensured that Hospital Waste Management Rules are adhered and enforced.
Full text
COU-159246.pdf