Regulation on the requirements for soil protection when using sludge originating from waste water treatment plants for the purposes of agriculture.(No. 262)

Subject

Agricultural & rural development, Water, Waste & hazardous substances

Keyword

Soil conservation/soil improvement Effluent waste water/discharge Solid waste Registration Waste disposal Waste management Waste domestic sources Soil pollution/quality Freshwater quality/freshwater pollution Sewerage Hazardous substances Irrigation

Geographical area

Eastern Europe, Europe, European Union Countries

Entry into force notes

This Regulation enters into force on 15 December 2000.

Abstract

The Regulation lays down the requirements for soil protection when using sewage sludge originating from waste water treatment plants and equipment for the purposes of agriculture in a way preventing its harmful effects on soil, vegetation, animals and man, thereby ensuring its correct use. The text deals with the requirements and conditions related to the soil protection when using sludge originating from waste water treatment plants for agricultural purposes and the obligations of the producers

Full text

Bulgarian

References - Legislation

Implements

Reduction of the harmful impact of waste upon the environment Act.

Legislation | Bulgaria | 1997 | Repealed

Keyword: Waste disposal, Waste domestic sources, Waste management, Waste non-domestic sources, Waste prevention, Authorization/permit, Data collection/reporting, Inspection, Offences/penalties, Recycling/reuse, Registration, Solid waste, Transport/storage, Hazardous waste, Internal trade, International trade

Source: FAO, FAOLEX