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Decree No. 1543 of 2009 on unloading, loading, storage and transportation of hazardous substances and goods in municipal marine areas and ports in such areas.

Country/Territory
Norway
Document type
Regulation
Date
2009
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Subject
Sea
Keyword
Navigation Harbour Hazardous substances Hazardous waste Transport/storage
Geographical area
Europe, Europe and Central Asia, North Atlantic, North Sea, North-East Atlantic, Northern Europe
Abstract

This Decree provides rules relative to the unloading, loading, storage and transportation hazardous substances and goods in municipal marine areas and ports that lie within such areas. The purpose of the Decree is to safeguard the safety of persons, goods and the environment. The rules concern, among other things: notification of hazardous substances entering the municipal areas or ports; packing, marking and handling of dangerous substances; loading and unloading of liquid substances; storage of explosives; measures to prevent or limit the accidental discharge of substances into the sea or air; and other preventive measures.

Full text
Norwegian
Website
www.lovdata.no

References - Legislation

Implements

Act No. 19 of 2009 relative to navigable waters and ports.

Legislation | Norway | 2009 (2015)

Keyword: Marine fisheries, Mariculture, Fishing gear/fishing method, Marking/identification, Fishery management and conservation, Navigation, Institution, Harbour, Enforcement/compliance, Offences/penalties

Source: FAO, FAOLEX