5810 0 obj <>stream 2. This is why it becomes important to set certain rules to manage the industry at hand. Bhopal gas tragedy, 1984: The number of deaths, the generations of people affected and the environmental issues caused; all because of poor safety measures. Why is Hazardous Waste Management Important? There are extensive guidelines provided by the Central Pollution Control Board for the packaging and labelling. The transportation of hazardous wastes is, on the other hand, a major challenge in itself. It is, of course, essential to maintain records, especially in such situations with hazardous substances involved. Most recently there was the Visakhapatnam (Vizag) gas leak on 7th May, 2020. The leak was of styrene gas which caused immediate unconsciousness to people around the plant. One can be hopeful that further relaxations and improvements will be brought in with future amendments. Energy recovery on the other hand is using these hazardous wastes as fuels, especially in the cement industry. Waste Management and Resource Recovery Act 2016 (including any amendment made under the . | Powered by. The Hazardous and Other Wastes (Management and Transboundary Movement) Rules, 2016 were amended in 2019 further improving procedures and relaxing certain requirements for consent of the authorities. In most cases, it is easy to ascertain whether or not the waste in question is hazardous based on the schedules provided in the Hazardous and Other Wastes (Management and Transboundary Movement) Rules, 2016. S.O. 1357(E) [08-04-2016] : Solid Waste Management Rules, 2016. Implementation of waste directives. Hazardous waste, too, in some situations can be reused or used as a material for generating energy by using it to recover a component or act as a raw material for certain recycling plants. On the same day around 3000 people were evacuated and over 300 people admitted to the hospital. This is why it is important to understand the procedures and follow them strictly. The trauma of the event has lived on in the soil of the land, the water of the lakes and the generations that survived. In 2016, 66 of Ohio’s 127 local health districts were approved to administer and enforce Ohio’s solid waste, infectious waste and C&DD laws and regulations. … © Copyright 2016, All Rights Reserved. Waste Management in the Philippines: 10.4018/978-1-7998-0198-6.ch011: In response to the growing problems on waste management in the country, the Philippines' Republic Act 9003 (RA 9003), also known as the Ecological Solid Waste The 2016 rules are essential to ensure that hazardous waste is handled with the correct procedure. The Waste-Free Ontario Act, 2016 was passed by the Legislative Assembly of Ontario June 1, 2016 and received Royal Assent on June 9, 2016. 2 Commencement (1) This Act commences on a day fixed by the Minister by written notice. has merely simplified the stringent rules which may hinder the operations of the industry at large. (2) They shall come into force from the 1st day of October, 2016. On the same day around 3000 people were evacuated and over 300 people admitted to the hospital. The State Pollution Control Board is also required to regularly monitor both the setting up of the facility as well as its operation. This gas leak caused the deaths of 11 people within two days of the leak and At least a thousand people were exposed to the gas. A simple example of this would be the separate storage of acid substances from basic substances. The training provided in Indian facilities may be regularised and become easier to modify depending on guidelines and technological changes if such training and programmes are provided by the concerned authorities. The. This happens when an organisation needs to test the waste generated to ascertain whether the waste is hazardous or not. Medical Waste Management Act . Medical Waste Management Program . Used Leads acid batteries as governed by the Batteries (Management and Handling) Rules, 2001; 2. Industrial waste generation and the generation of hazardous waste with it have been increasing especially in states such as Gujarat and Maharashtra where industrial development is on the rise. The Hazardous and Other Wastes (Management and Transboundary Movement) Rules, 2016 have clearly laid down the procedure for the management of hazardous and other wastes. Application. Section 3(17) of the Hazardous and Other Wastes (Management and Transboundary Movement) Rules, 2016 define what hazardous wastes are. The proposed Settlement would resolve all claims in this case. What updates do you want to see in this article? An application for the renewal of authorisation shall be made as laid down in sub-rule (vi) of rule of 13(1) the E-Waste (Management) Rules, 2016; f. The Board reserves right to cancel/amend/revoke the authorisation at any time as per the Policy of the Board or Government. Take a look at how we pull off the world’s largest zero waste event, year after year. The Packaging and Labelling of hazardous waste substances is an essential step in a facility. There are various other rules applicable to different cases and a colour system has also been set up which is used in the Manifest system. Permission from the State Pollution Control Board is required for the layout in this regard. Another recent case where the Hazardous and Other Wastes (Management and Transboundary Movement) Rules, 2016 were applied was in the case of. One of the procedures was not followed due to which there was an issue with the import. It is in order to avoid such horrifying experiences that these rules have been created to ensure that the correct procedures are followed. [29-03-2016] : Construction and Demolition Waste Management Rules, 2016[ English ] [ Hindi ] G.S.R No. It is likely that the leak may have been caused by storing the gas at an, . [20th may, 1996] However, it would be preferable if the process in itself would move faster. It is quite clear that stringent rules are an absolute necessity when it comes to hazardous waste management due to the consequences in case they are not dealt with properly. Treatment, Storage and Disposal Facility for Hazardous Wastes, the person who controls the affairs of the factory, specifically those related to the hazardous and other wastes, or, Packaging, Labelling and Transport of Hazardous and Other Wastes, The rules as under the Hazardous Waste Rules, 2016, Any further guidelines issued by the Central Pollution Control Board, There are several reforms that have already been carried out, such as the Amendment of the Hazardous and Other Wastes (Management and Transboundary Movement) Rules, 2016 in 2019. The Hazardous and Other Wastes (Management and Transboundary Movement) Rules, 2016 encourage the reduction of hazardous waste generation and encourage its recycling and reusing. Primarily, the regulations provide for the introduction of pay by weight charging for the collection of household waste from 1 July, 2016. New Delhi, the 18th March, 2016 G.S.R 320(E).― Whereas the Plastic Waste (Management and Handling) Rules, 2011 published vide notification number S.O 249 (E), dated 4th February, 2011 by the Government of India in the erstwhile Ministry of Environment and Forests, as amended from time to time, There is no particular method of testing that may be done at subsidised rates, say for Small Quantity Generators. The E-Waste (Management) Rules, 2016 are applicable to each producer, consumer, dismantler, recycler, bulk consumer and collector of E-waste involved in the sale, manufacture, purchase, processing and use of the electrical and electronic equipment or components as are specified in the schedule-1 of the said rules. Thus, it would be useful if the government could provide testing at subsidised rates to the SQGs and other small organisations. The Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) is the public law that creates the framework for the proper management of hazardous and non-hazardous solid waste.The law describes the waste management program mandated by Congress that gave EPA authority to develop the RCRA program. The import of hazardous wastes sometimes requires an import license from the Directorate General of Foreign Trade. %PDF-1.7 %���� For example, some specific hazardous wastes mentioned in the Rules are not permitted to be imported. Waste management generally encourages recycling, reusing and reducing waste before the disposal stage. - (1) These rules may be called the E-Waste (Management) Rules, 2016. Solid Waste Management Rules, 2016. Ghana - Hazardous and Electronic Waste Control and Management Act, 2016 (ACT 917) The issue here is that the testing for the waste is quite expensive. However, the issue of the Rules being too stringent is quite clear. In simple words, hazardous waste means any waste that is characteristically dangerous to health or the environment. This article has been written by Sharanya Ghosh of Symbiosis Law School, NOIDA exploring the Hazardous Waste Management Rules (2016). - These rules shall apply to the management of hazardous and other wastes as specified in the Schedules to these rules but shall not apply to - (a) waste-water and exhaust gases as covered under the provisions of the Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act… The 2016 rules give a clear direction of how the facility for treatment, storage and disposal is to be established. Many of the ULBs are in this process. (2) They shall come into force from the 1stday of October, 2016. This is harmful to the environment in the form of air, water and land, as well as all living creatures that consume them. LawSikho has created a telegram group for exchanging legal knowledge, referrals and various opportunities. However, the numerous forms and the constant need for approval may hinder the overall functioning of an organisation. These rules, thus, aim to protect the environment at large as well as the persons who come into contact with the hazardous waste and are at higher risk of being exposed to them. 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Interpretation In this Act, unless the context otherwise requires- "authorised officer" means an officer of the Department authorised to act on its behalf and shall include such other public officers as the Minister may appoint after consultation with the respective authorities; The transportation of hazardous waste is governed by the following: In case the waste is to be transported to a facility in a different state for its final disposal, a ‘No Objection Certificate’ is required on the part of the sender from the State Pollution Control Board of both the states. The Central Pollution Control Board has given guidelines based on which the facility should be set up. This is why it is important to understand the procedures and follow them strictly. Perhaps creating online portals could reduce the time and effort of both sides. The people who sued are called the Plaintiffs and the company sued, Waste Management of Ohio, Inc., is called the Defendant and is referred to in this Notice as "WMO." Some suggestions to improve the existing rules are given below: However, even now, the paperwork and the time that it would take to issue permissions are quite stringent. It is likely that the leak may have been caused by storing the gas at an improper temperature. Post the application, permission may be granted only if the importer has environmentally sound facilities and adequate arrangements for the treatment of wastes. The rules also specify the procedure for importing and exporting hazardous waste to and from India. There are several types of hazardous wastes ranging from flammable to acutely poisonous that have been defined under the law. Contact Info Refuse Collection 2100 Alum Creek Drive Columbus, OH 43207 Office : (614) 645-3111 Fax : (614) 645-7296 Email : Contact Information Short title and commencement. 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