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Enforcement Regulation of the Air Pollution Control Act (Ministry of Health and Welfare and Ministry of International Trade and Industry Ordinance No. 1 of 1971).

Country
Type of law
Regulation
Date of original text
Date of latest amendment
Source

Abstract
This Regulation specifies emission standards, measurement methods, and compliance requirements for pollutants. The Regulation mandates periodic monitoring, reporting obligations, and record-keeping for industrial facilities, with varying frequencies depending on pollutant type and facility capacity. Special provisions are also made to address total emission controls, emergency measures during pollution incidents, and criteria for facilities handling asbestos or mercury-containing materials.
Administrative procedures include notifications for facility installation/modification, inspections, and public disclosure of pollution data. Local governments are tasked with continuous monitoring and reporting to the central authority. The Regulation also defines penalties, delegation of authority to regional offices, and technical standards for equipment.
Repealed
No
Source language

English

Legislation Amendment
No
Original title
大気汚染防止法施行規則(昭和四十六年厚生省・通商産業省令第一号).