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Implementing Rules and Regulations of Chapter 19 of the Code on Sanitation of the Philippines on Nuisances and Offensive Trades and Occupations.

Country/Territory
Philippines
Document type
Regulation
Date
1998
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Subject
Livestock, Food & nutrition, Water, Waste & hazardous substances
Keyword
Food quality control/food safety Animal health Legal proceedings/administrative proceedings Offences/penalties Public health Inspection Authorization/permit Solid waste Waste management Effluent waste water/discharge Hazardous substances Potable water Water supply
Geographical area
Asia, Asia and the Pacific, East Asian Seas, North Pacific, South-Eastern Asia
Entry into force notes
These Rules and Regulations shall take effect after fifteen (15) days from date of publication in the official gazette or a newspaper of general circulation.
Abstract

These implementing Rules and Regulations shall cover all establishments or entities and public or private premises that are likely to produce nuisances such as breeding places, animals and their carcasses, noxious matter or wastewater discharge and animal stockade. Establishments that are likely to produce a nuisance and/or engaged in offensive trades and occupations shall secure a sanitary permit issued by the local health officer. The Regulations provide for health certificate for personnel, sanitary facilities such as water supply, food and drinks and sewage disposal. The Regulations further provides for requirement to get sanitary permit for all establishments engaged in offensive trades and occupations and requirements for inspection. The Regulations consist of 17 Sections.

Full text
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References - Legislation

Implements

Presidential Decree No. 856 Promulgating the Code on Sanitation of the Philippines.

Legislation | Philippines | 1975

Keyword: Pollution control, Protection of environment, Authorization/permit, Inspection, Certification, Disinfection/disinfestation, Fish products, Food quality control/food safety, Freshwater fishes, Sheep/goats, Processing/handling, Hygiene/sanitary procedures, Internal trade, Vegetables/legumes, Meat, Milk/dairy products, Mineral water, Monitoring, MRL-maximum residue limit, Potable water, Poultry products, Public health, Waste management, Freshwater pollution, Water quality standards, Sewerage, Water supply

Source: FAO, FAOLEX