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Regulation on the classification of microorganisms and organisms used in the closed use of GMMs and closed use of GMOs.

Country/Territory
Poland
Document type
Regulation
Date
2016
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Original source
Journal of Laws 2016 Pos. 624
Subject
Environment gen.
Keyword
Genetically modified organism (GMO) PIC-prior informed consent Offences/penalties
Geographical area
Eastern Europe, Europe, Europe and Central Asia, European Union Countries
Entry into force notes
This Regulation entered into force on 20 February 2016.
Abstract

This Regulation of the Minister of Environment, which is composed of three paragraphs and two Annexes, establishes: (1) classification of microorganisms used in the closed use of GMM which is specified in Annex 1; (2) classification of organisms used in the closed use of GMO which is specified in Annex 2. Closed use of GMOs means genetically modifying organisms or cultivating GMO, storing them, transporting, destroying, removing or using in another way where protection measures are used to effectively reduce contact of GMO with humans or the environment and ensure the high level of their protection.

Full text
Polish
Website
isap.sejm.gov.pl

References - Legislation

Implements

Act on genetically modified organisms.

Legislation | Poland | 2001 (2022)

Keyword: Basic legislation, Genetically modified organism (GMO), PIC-prior informed consent, Offences/penalties

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Repeals

Regulation establishing the list of pathogenic organisms and their classification.

Legislation | Poland | 2002

Keyword: Biological control agents, Pollution control, Classification/declassification, Cartilaginous fishes, Plant protection

Source: FAO, FAOLEX