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Regulations relating to Group III Hazardous Substances (GN. R. 690 of 1989).

Country/Territory
South Africa
Document type
Regulation
Date
1989
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Subject
Waste & hazardous substances
Keyword
Pollution control Hazardous substances Internal trade Authorization/permit Data collection/reporting Offences/penalties
Geographical area
Africa, South Atlantic, Southern Africa
Abstract

These Regulations, made under section 29 of the Hazardous Substances Act, 1973, provide rules for the control of Group III Hazardous Substances (electronic products). An application for a licence and a licence shall be in the form as set out in the Schedule to these Regulations. Such licences shall be issued by the Director-General who may subject the licence to conditions. The Regulations also, among other things, provide for: records to be kept by approved dealer; appeal against decisions of the Director-General; and measures in case of non-compliance with standards.

Full text
English
Website
www.enviroleg.co.za

References - Legislation

Implements

Hazardous Substances Act, 1973.

Legislation | South Africa | 1973 (1993)

Keyword: Pollution control, Hazardous substances, Hazardous waste, Waste disposal, Legal proceedings/administrative proceedings, Liability/compensation, Inspection, Enforcement/compliance, Offences/penalties, Basic legislation, Waste management

Source: FAO, FAOLEX