Regulation No. 51 of 1999 on the protection of the marine environment and coasts. País/Territorio Jordania Tipo de documento Reglamento Fecha 1999 Fuente FAO, FAOLEX Materia Mar, Medio ambiente gen. Palabra clave Contaminación marina Ordenación de áreas costeras Navegación Infracciones/sanciones Contaminación oleosa Área geográphica Asia, Medio Oriente, Africa del Norte y Cercano Oriente, Mar Rojo & Golfo de Adén, Asia Occidental Entry into force notes This Regulation enters into force on the date of its publication in the Official Gazette. Resumen The aim of this Regulation is to protect the marine environment and coasts against pollution. It is composed of 11 articles. Articles 1 and 2 deal with terms and definitions. Article 3 classifies oils on the basis of their pollution levels. Articles 4-6 define competencies and duties of the Minister and Ministry of Environment. Article 7 addresses employees and officers in charge to control and inspect installations or transportation means. Article 8 defines obligations of marine transportation means. Article 10 contains offences and penalties. Texto completo Árabe Página web www.moenv.gov.jo