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Decree No. 1543 of 2009 on unloading, loading, storage and transportation of hazardous substances and goods in municipal marine areas and ports in such areas.

Country
Type of law
Regulation
Source


Abstract
This Decree provides rules relative to the unloading, loading, storage and transportation hazardous substances and goods in municipal marine areas and ports that lie within such areas. The purpose of the Decree is to safeguard the safety of persons, goods and the environment. The rules concern, among other things: notification of hazardous substances entering the municipal areas or ports; packing, marking and handling of dangerous substances; loading and unloading of liquid substances; storage of explosives; measures to prevent or limit the accidental discharge of substances into the sea or air; and other preventive measures.
Date of text
Notes
Repeals Decree No. 579 of 1992.
Repealed
No
Source language

English

Legislation Amendment
No
Original title
Forskrift om lossing, lasting, lagring og transport innen kommunens sjøområde og havner innenfor samme område av farlige stoffer og varer.