Sludge (Use in Agriculture) Regulations. Country/Territory Malta Document type Regulation Date 2011 Source FAO, FAOLEX Subject Land & soil, Water, Waste & hazardous substances Keyword Fertilizers/nutrients Soil conservation/soil improvement Soil pollution/quality Waste management Recycling/reuse Sewerage Geographical area Europe, Europe and Central Asia, European Union Countries, Mediterranean, Southern Europe Abstract These Regulations concern the use of sewage sludge in agriculture. The aim of these provisions in to prevent harmful effects on soil, vegetation, animals and human beings by encouraging the correct use of such sewage sludge. The Department of for Environment Protection shall ensure that the sludge shall be tested in accordance with Schedule 1. Specific provisions concern precautions to be taken after sludge is used. Regulation 8 concerns penalties. Full text English Website www.doi.gov.mt