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Resolution Conama No. 5 regulating the treatment of solid residues.

Country/Territory
Brazil
Document type
Regulation
Date
1993
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Subject
Waste & hazardous substances
Keyword
Waste disposal Pollution control Soil pollution/quality Inspection Classification/declassification Waste management
Geographical area
Amazonia, Americas, Latin America and the Caribbean, North Atlantic, South America, South Atlantic
Entry into force notes
This Resolution enters into force on the date of publication.
Abstract

This Resolution regulates treatment of solid residues. It consists of 24 articles and 1 annex defining 'solid residues', specifying the requirements to be satisfied in order to perform this activity and establishing final destination of residues. Annex lists a classification of dangerous and non-dangerous solid residues originated from different activity (such as: airports, harbours, hospitals, etc.). Controls shall be carried out by competent administrations.

Full text
Portuguese/English
Website
www.terravista.pt

References - Legislation

Repealed by

Resolution Conama No. 358 ruling on final disposal of waste originated from sanitary services.

Legislation | Brazil | 2005

Keyword: Waste disposal, Waste management, Waste non-domestic sources, Hazardous substances, Hazardous waste, Policy/planning, Standards, Drugs

Source: FAO, FAOLEX