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Resolution No. 5 of 1981 issuing the Implementing Regulation of Law No. 8 of 1974 on public hygiene.

Country/Territory
Qatar
Document type
Regulation
Date
1981
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Subject
Water, Waste & hazardous substances
Keyword
Pollution control Waste management Waste domestic sources Waste disposal Solid waste Transport/storage Authorization/permit Offences/penalties Freshwater pollution
Geographical area
Asia, Middle East, Near East and North Africa, Persian Gulf, Western Asia
Entry into force notes
This Resolution enters into force on the date of its publication in the Official Gazette.
Abstract

This Resolution consists of 6 Chapters divided into 42 articles. Chapter 1 gives definitions and terms. Chapter 2 deals with the following matters: (a) gathering of solid waste; (b) preparing of sacs and packages by the Municipality; (c) requirements for dumps; (d) recycling and treatment of solid waste; (e) prohibition to use waste for feeding animals; and, (f) requirements for animal and poultry breeding. Chapter 3 provides for liquid waste disposal (dumps, transportation, gathering, sewerage). Chapter 4 regulates open lands and ruins. Chapter 5 deals with public roads works, licences, protection of water installations and electricity. Chapter 6 contains final provisions, offences and penalties.

Full text
Arabic
Website
www.mmaa.gov.qa

References - Legislation

Implements

Law No. 8 of 1974 on public hygiene.

Legislation | Qatar | 1974

Keyword: Pollution control, Transport/storage, Waste disposal, Waste domestic sources, Waste management, Offences/penalties

Source: FAO, FAOLEX