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Nuisance Abatement Regulations (Air Pollution from Road Vehicles), 2001

Country/Territory
Israel
Document type
Regulation
Date
2001 (2001)
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Subject
Environment gen.
Keyword
Air quality/air pollution Pollution control
Geographical area
Asia, Europe and Central Asia, Mediterranean, Middle East, Western Asia
Entry into force notes
30 days from publication date
Abstract

These Regulations, of Ten Sections, establish conditions and make provisions for the regulation of air quality in Israel. this document prohibits driving a vehicle unless vehicle meets the technological standards detailed in the regulations. Three definitions of unreasonable air pollution from a vehicle are provided. This document specifies the testing methods and the mandatory equipment for conducting tests that determine these values. In case of the carbon monoxide content and the light exposure value, these are stipulated in Directive 96/69/EC of the European Council. The tests are conducted by an authorized vehicle tester as defined in the Transport Ordinance or by an inspector authorized by the Minister of the Environment.

Full text
Hebrew

References - Legislation

Implements

Abatement of Nuisances Law, 1961

Legislation | Israel | 1961 (1997)

Keyword: Liability/compensation, Noise pollution

Source: FAO, FAOLEX