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Date: 15.07.80
EC DESIG.: 80/779
COUNCIL DIRECTIVE ON AIR QUALITY LIMIT VALUES AND GUIDE VALUES FOR SULPHUR DIOXIDE AND SUSPENDED PARTICULATES

European Communities.

Immediate subject matter

Polluter:
Protection of/acceptor: Protection of human health; air, environment
Protected area: Sovereign territories of Member States
EIA relevance: The aim of this Directive is to establish limit values and guide values for sulphur dioxide and dust suspensions in the atmosphere (see below).

Notes

The task of the Member States is to take suitable measures to ensure that the concentrations of the stated substances in the atmosphere will not exceed the values outlined below as of 01.04.83.

Reference

Data source analysed: EC environment legislation (UREG, 1988)

Further information

From Annex to Directive:

I. LIMIT VALUES FOR SULPHUR DIOXIDE AND DUST SUSPENSIONS
(Measured using black smoke method)
TABLE A

Limit values for sulphur dioxide in m g/m³ with associated values for dust suspensions (measured using black smoke method (1)) in m g/m³

TABLE B

Limit values for dust suspensions (measured using black smoke method (1)) in m g/m³

(1) The results of the black smoke measurements performed using the OECD method were converted as described by the OECD into gravimetric units (cf. annex III).

(2) The Member States must take all suitable measures to ensure that this value is only exceeded on a maximum of three consecutive days. They must also endeavour to ensure that such overshoots are prevented and reduced.

II. GUIDE VALUES FOR SULPHUR DIOXIDE AND DUST SUSPENSIONS (measured using black smoke method)
TABLE A
Guide values for sulphur dioxide in m g/m³

TABLE B
Guide values for dust suspensions (measured using black smoke method (1)) in µg/m³

(1) The results of the black smoke measurement performed in line with the OECD method were converted as described by the OECD into gravimetric units (cf. annex III).

Date: 22.03.82
EC DESIG.: 82/176
COUNCIL DIRECTIVE ON LIMIT VALUES AND QUALITY OBJECTIVES FOR MERCURY DISCHARGES BY THE CHLOR-ALKALI ELECTROLYSIS INDUSTRY

European Communities.

Immediate subject matter

Polluter: Industrial installations in which chlor-alkalis are subjected to electrolysis using mercury cathode cells
Protection of/acceptor: Waste water, bodies of water
Protected area:
EIA relevance: In line with Directive 76/464/EEC this Directive establishes limit values as emission standards for mercury in discharges from industrial installations.

Notes

Limit values, compliance periods and monitoring/surveillance methods are listed below. The Annex to the Directive also contains information on reference measurement methods and monitoring procedures.

Reference

Data source analysed: EC environment legislation (UREG, 1988)

Further information

The Annex to the Directive lists the following limit values according to processes: Recycling of brine and lost brine: 50 m g Hg per l of all effluent containing mercury

In view of the fact that the mercury concentration in effluent is governed by the volume of water, further limit values are related to one ton of installed chlorine production capacity. The following accordingly apply to:

- Recycling of brine 0.5/1.0 g Hg per t of installed chlorine production capacity for effluent from plant producing chlorine or for all effluent containing mercury from the company site

- Lost brine 5.0 g Hg per t of installed chlorine production capacity for all effluent containing mercury from the company site.

The Annex to the Directive lists further specifications.

Date: 24.06.82
EC DESIG.: 82/501
COUNCIL DIRECTIVE ON THE MAJOR ACCIDENT HAZARDS OF CERTAIN INDUSTRIAL ACTIVITIES

European Communities.

Immediate subject matter

Polluter: Industrial activities (= activities/operations in industrial plants including storage)
Protection of/acceptor:
Protected area:
EIA relevance: The Directive is aimed at preventing serious accidents with certain industrial activities.

One of the safety precautions envisages the submission of a report to the responsible authorities if use is made of certain stipulated quantities of hazardous substances or if such substances can occur in the course of the production process.

The Annex to the Directive lists 178 substances and the corresponding quantities as of which special safety precautions are to be taken.

Reference

Data source analysed: EC environment legislation (UREG, 1988)

Further information

Within the framework of the Directive industrial activities/installations are:

1. - Installations for the manufacture or conversion of organic or inorganic substances used in particular for the following:

- alkylation
- amination with ammonia
- carbonylization
- condensation
- dehydration
- esterification
- halogenation
- hydration
- hydrolysis
- oxidation
- polymerization
- sulphonation
- desulphurization, synthesis and conversion of sulphur compounds
- nitration and synthesis of nitrogen compounds
- synthesis of phosphorus compounds
- formulation of pesticides and medicaments

- Installations for treatment of organic or inorganic chemicals used in particular for the following:

- distillation
- extraction
- solvation
- mixing

2. Installations for distillation, refining or other treatment/processing of crude oil or crude oil products;

3. Installations for complete or partial disposal of solid or liquid substances by way of incineration or thermal decomposition;

4. Installations for producing or processing gases serving as sources of energy such as liquefied petroleum gas, liquefied natural gas and synthetic natural gas;

5. Installations for dry distillation of coal and lignite;

6. Installations for producing metals or non-metals by electrical means.

Date: 15.11.82
EC DESIG.: 82/795
COUNCIL DECISION ON THE CONSOLIDATION OF PRECAUTIONARY MEASURES CONCERNING CHLOROFLUORCARBONS IN THE ENVIRONMENT

European Communities.

Immediate subject matter

Polluter:
Protection of/acceptor:
Protected area:
EIA relevance: Further reinforcement of measures already resolved in the Council Decision concerning CFCs in the environment dated 16.03.80.

Data source analysed: EC environment legislation (UREG, 1988)

Date: 03.12.82
EC DESIG.: 82/883
COUNCIL DIRECTIVE ON PROCEDURES FOR THE SURVEILLANCE AND MONITORING OF ENVIRONMENTS CONCERNED BY WASTE FROM THE TITANIUM DIOXIDE INDUSTRY

European Communities.

Immediate subject matter

Polluter: Waste from production of titanium dioxide
Protection of/acceptor: Environment in general
Protected area:
EIA relevance: In line with Directive 78/176/EEC this Directive establishes details of the monitoring/surveillance of the effects on environmental media of the dumping and storage of waste from the production of titanium dioxide.

Data source analysed: EC environment legislation (UREG, 1988)

Further information

Depending on the type of waste disposal (see below) certain parameters are to be investigated as to their possible effects on the environment with a view to monitoring/surveillance:

1. Introduction into air

- SO₂ (reference measurement method as per Directive 80/779/EEC)
- Chlorine and dust

- Water column (temperature, salt content, pH value, dissolved O₂, degree of turbidity (mg solids/l), Fe (dissolved and floating), Cd, Cr, Cu, Hg, Mn, Ni, Pb, Ti, Zn (in mg/l), hydrated oxides and iron hydroxides (in mg Fe/l).

- Sediments (from top layer nearest to surface): Cd, Cr, Cu, Fe, Hg, Mn, Ni, Pb, Ti, V, Zn, in mg/kg dry matter as well as hydrated oxides and iron hydroxides (in mg Fe/l).

- Living organisms (representative species at discharge point: benthic fauna, plankton fauna, flora, fish): Cd, Cr, Cu, Fe, Hg, Mn, Ni, Pb, Ti, V, Zn.

3. Introduction into fresh surface water

Parameters as item 2; no consideration is given here to the salt content (⁰/₀₀); this parameter is replaced by the term "conductivity" (at 20°C in m S cm^-1). With the exception of salt content, additionally conductivity

4. Storage on ground and deposition on soil

- Surface water: (pH value, SO₄ in mg/l for waste stemming from sulphate processes).

- Groundwater (around location; if applicable including groundwater outflows): Ca, Cl, Cr, Cu, Fe, Mn, Ni, Pb, Ti, Zn.

- Storage/deposition-point environment requires "visual inspection" regarding

- topography and cultivation of location;
- effects on C-horizon;
- ecology of location.

- Parameters for surface water and groundwater sectors are identical with item 4;

- There is additional need for photographic and topographic checking of the stability of the soil;

- Permeability and porosity of C-horizon are to be checked by way of pump trials and drilling diagrams.

In addition to the above, the Annex to the Directive provides further differentiation and specifications as regards the minimum sampling frequency (1-3x per year) and in relation to determination of the reference measurement methods for the respective parameters.

Date: 03.12.82
EC DESIG.: 82/884
COUNCIL DIRECTIVE ON A LIMIT VALUE FOR LEAD IN THE AIR

European Communities.

Immediate subject matter

Polluter:
Protection of/acceptor: Protection of humans against effects of lead pollution
Protected area:
EIA relevance: The object of this Directive is to establish a limit value for the lead concentration in the air expressed as an annual mean value with 2 micrograms Pb/m³ air. The Member States are free to enforce stricter regulations at any time.

Notes

The Directive does not relate to workplace hazards.
The Directive also regulates, for example, the sampling method and the reference method for analysis.

Reference

Data source analysed: EC environment legislation (UREG, 1988)

Date: 25.01.83
EC DESIG.: 170/83
COUNCIL REGULATION ESTABLISHING A COMMUNITY SYSTEM FOR THE CONSERVATION AND MANAGEMENT OF FISHERY RESOURCES

European Communities.

Immediate subject matter

Polluter:
Protection of/acceptor: Fish stocks (saltwater fish)
Protected area: The Order envisages the identification of stretches of coast for each Member State in which there are special regulations as regards fishing.
EIA relevance: The Order encompasses measures to maintain stocks, usage regulations and the classification of fishery resources.

Notes

One of the aims is to create zones in which fishing is banned at least for certain periods with differentiation between 20 different types of fish. There are also specially delimited sensitive zones around the Shetlands where special fishing regulations apply.

Reference

Data source analysed: EC environment legislation (UREG, 1988)

Date: 25.01.83
EC DESIG.: 171/83
COUNCIL REGULATION LAYING DOWN CERTAIN TECHNICAL MEASURES FOR THE CONSERVATION OF FISHERY RESOURCES

Amendment/assimilation directives:

2931/83 dated 04.10.83

European Communities.

Immediate subject matter

Polluter:
Protection of/acceptor: Fish stocks (saltwater fish)
Protected area: Seas under the control of the Member States including the waters of the French Departments of St. Pierre, Martinique, Guadeloupe and Guyana.
EIA relevance: On the basis of the Directive 170/83/EEC technical measures are to be taken (types of net, mesh size etc.) with regard to individual species of fish.

Notes

Furthermore, there is a fishing ban for certain species and for certain periods of time. Further restrictions apply to the use of special equipment and ships in individual fishing zones.

Reference

Data source analysed: EC environment legislation (UREG, 1988)

Date: 26.09.83
EC DESIG.: 83/513
COUNCIL DIRECTIVE ON LIMIT VALUES AND QUALITY OBJECTIVES FOR CADMIUM DISCHARGES

European Communities.

Immediate subject matter

Polluter: Industrial installations in which use is made of cadmium or compounds containing cadmium
Protection of/acceptor: Sewage
Protected area:
EIA relevance: On the basis of the Directive 76/464/EEC concerning pollution resulting from the discharge of certain hazardous substances into water, special limit values and quality objectives are stipulated here for cadmium discharge.

Notes

The limit values, the time periods for compliance with the limit values and the methods of monitoring/supervising discharge are listed below. The Annex to the Directive further contains information on reference measurement methods and monitoring methods. This Directive does not affect discharge into groundwater.

Reference

Data source analysed: EC environment legislation (UREG, 1988)

Further information

Special mention is made in the Annex to the Directive of the following branches of industry:

1. Zinc mining, lead/zinc refining, non-ferrous metal industry and metallic cadmium industry

2. Production of cadmium compounds

3. Production of pigments

4. Production of stabilisers

5. Production of primary and secondary batteries

6. Electroplating

7. Manufacture of phosphoric acid and/or phosphate fertilisers from phosphoric minerals

The following are quoted for branches of industry 1 - 6:

- A limit value of 0.2 mg Cd per litre of discharged waste water (average monthly overall cadmium concentration weighed according to discharge quantity)

- A limit value of 0.3 g (branches of industry 3 and 6), 0.5 g (branches of industry 2 and 4), 1.5 g (branch of industry 5) discharged Cd per kilogram of cadmium used (monthly average value). No limit value is stipulated for branch of industry 1.

The following relates to branch of industry 7: "At present there are no economically viable technical methods which make it possible to systematically remove the cadmium from the discharges resulting from the production of phosphoric acid and/or phosphate fertilisers from phosphoric minerals. As a result, no limit value has been stipulated for these discharges. The absence of such limit values does not relieve Member States of their obligation to establish emission standards for such discharges in line with Directive 76/464/EEC".

The limit values as daily average values amount to twice the above-mentioned monthly average values.

Further specifications are given in the Annex to the Directive.

Date: 08.03.84
EC DESIG.: 84/156
COUNCIL DIRECTIVE ON LIMIT VALUES AND QUALITY OBJECTIVES FOR MERCURY DISCHARGES BY SECTORS OTHER THAN THE CHLOR-ALKALI ELECTROLYSIS INDUSTRY

European Communities.

Immediate subject matter

Polluter: Industrial installations in which use is made of mercury or compounds containing mercury
Protection of/acceptor: Waste water
Protected area:
EIA relevance: On the basis of the Directive 76/464/EEC concerning pollution resulting from the discharge of certain hazardous substances into water, special limit values and quality objectives are stipulated here for mercury discharge.

Notes

The limit values, the periods for compliance with the limit values and the procedure for monitoring/checking discharge are explained in greater detail below. This Directive does not affect discharge into groundwater.

Reference

Data source analysed: EC environment legislation (UREG, 1988)

Further information

The following branches of industry and limit values are given in the Annex to the Directive:

The limit values as daily average values amount to twice the above-mentioned monthly average values.
Further specifications are given in the Annex to the Directive.

Amendment/assimilation directives:

European Communities.

Immediate subject matter

Polluter: Industrial installations from the sectors of power supply, metal production and metal processing; non-metallic minerals industry; chemicals industry and waste disposal
Protection of/acceptor: Air, exhaust gases
Protected area:
EIA relevance: Licences for the construction and operation of certain industrial installations will only be given if suitable precautionary measures are taken to prevent air pollution and if consideration is given to the valid emission/air-quality limit values.

Notes

Within the framework of this Directive the following pollutants are viewed as being particularly significant: sulphur dioxide, nitrous oxides, carbon monoxide, organic substances and in particular hydrocarbons, heavy metals, dust, asbestos, glass and mineral fibres, chlorine and fluorine together with their corresponding compounds. The Directive does not quote any limit values.

Reference

Data source analysed: EC environment legislation (UREG, 1988)

Further information

Categories of industrial plant (¹)

1. Power supply
1.1 Coking plants
1.2 Oil refineries (with the exception of companies which only produce lubricants from petroleum)
1.3 Coal gasification and coal liquefaction plants
1.4 Thermal power plants (with the exception of nuclear power plants and other combustion plants with rated thermal capacity in excess of 50 MW)

2. Metal production and processing
2.1 Roasting and sintering plants with a capacity of more than 1000 tons of ore per year
2.2 Integrated systems for producing pig iron and raw steel
2.3 Iron foundries with smelting plants with a capacity of more than 5 tons
2.4 Facilities for producing and smelting non-ferrous metals with installations featuring a total capacity of more than 1 ton for heavy metals and 500 kg for light metals

3. Non-metallic minerals industry
3.1 Plants for producing cement and lime for rotary kilns/furnaces
3.2 Plants for producing and processing asbestos as well as for manufacturing asbestos products
3.3 Plants for producing glass and mineral fibres
3.4 Plants for producing (normal and special) glass with a capacity of more than 5000 tons per year
3.5 Plants for producing coarse ceramics, in particular refractory normal blocks/tiles, stone pipes, bricks for walls and floors and roof tiles.

4. Chemical industry
4.1 Chemical installations for producing olefines, olefine derivatives, monomers and polymers
4.2 Chemical installations for producing other organic interim products
4.3 Installations for producing inorganic basic chemicals

5. Waste disposal
5.1 Plants designed for the disposal of toxic and hazardous waste by way of incineration
5.2 Plants for treating other solid/liquid waste by way of incineration

6. Miscellaneous industries
Systems for chemical production of paper pulp with a capacity of at least 25000 t per year
⁽¹⁾ The threshold values given here refer to production capacities.

Amendment/assimilation directives:

European Communities.

Immediate subject matter

Polluter: Construction equipment and machinery
Protection of/acceptor: Noise, humans
Protected area:
EIA relevance: The aim of the Directive is to restrict noise nuisance and guarantee industrial safety.
There are thus legal provisions for EEC type approval and EEC type testing (framework directive).

Notes

Detailed specifications are given in individual Directives for the respective equipment category (see 84/533/EEC - 537/EEC).

The noise emission level of construction equipment and construction machinery is determined in line with the principles of the Directive 79/113/EEC.

The Directive does not name any limit values.

Data source analysed: EC environment legislation (UREG, 1988)

Date: 17.09.84
EC DESIG.: 84/533
COUNCIL DIRECTIVE ON THE APPROXIMATION OF THE LAWS OF THE MEMBER STATES RELATING TO THE PERMISSIBLE SOUND POWER LEVEL OF COMPRESSORS

Amendment/assimilation directives:

85/406 dated 11.07.85

European Communities.

Immediate subject matter

Polluter: Motor-driven compressors used in the building trade on building sites
Protection of/acceptor: Noise, humans
Protected area:
EIA relevance: On the basis of the Directive 84/532/EEC (framework directive) this Directive establishes specifications for a type of equipment with regard to effect of noise.

Notes

An EEC type test certificate is issued if the sound power level is in line with the limit values given below.

Measurement methods and measurement conditions are explained in the Annex to the Directive.

Data source analysed: EC environment legislation (UREG, 1988)

Further information

Sound power levels between 100 and 104 dB(A)/1 pW are permitted depending on normal rated throughput (type of motor-driven compressor).

Date: 17.09.84
EC DESIG.: 84/534
COUNCIL DIRECTIVE ON THE APPROXIMATION OF THE LAWS OF THE MEMBER STATES RELATING TO THE PERMISSIBLE SOUND POWER LEVEL OF TOWER CRANES

European Communities.

Immediate subject matter

Polluter: Tower cranes used on building sites
Protection of/acceptor: Noise, humans
Protected area:
EIA relevance: On the basis of the Directive 84/532/EEC (framework directive) this Directive establishes specifications for a type of equipment with regard to effect of noise.

Notes

An EEC type test certificate is issued if the sound power level is in line with the limit values given below.

Measurement methods and measurement conditions are explained in the Annex to the Directive (see also Directive 84/536).

Data source analysed: EC environment legislation (UREG, 1988)

Further information

100 dB(A)/1 pW is stated as permitted sound power level. A limit value of 102 dB(A)/1 pW is also possible in conjunction with system components for power generators (see Directive 84/536).

Date: 17.09.84
EC DESIG.: 84/535
COUNCIL DIRECTIVE ON THE APPROXIMATION OF THE LAWS OF THE MEMBER STATES RELATING TO THE PERMISSIBLE SOUND POWER LEVEL OF WELDING GENERATORS

Amendment/assimilation directives:

85/407 dated 11.07.85

European Communities.

Immediate subject matter

Polluter: Welding generators used on building sites
Protection of/acceptor: Noise, humans
Protected area:
EIA relevance: On the basis of the Directive 84/532/EEC (framework directive) this Directive establishes specifications for a type of equipment with regard to effect of noise.

Notes

An EEC type test certificate is issued if the sound power level is in line with the limit values given below.

Measurement methods and measurement conditions are explained in the Annex to the Directive.

Data source analysed: EC environment legislation (UREG, 1988)

Further information

A permissible sound power level of 100/101 dB(A)/1 pW is listed depending on the maximum design current intensity (up to 200 A/in excess of 200 A) of the welding generator.

Date: 17.09.84
EC DESIG.: 84/536
COUNCIL DIRECTIVE ON THE APPROXIMATION OF THE LAWS OF THE MEMBER STATES RELATING TO THE PERMISSIBLE SOUND POWER LEVEL OF POWER GENERATORS

Amendment/assimilation directives:

85/408 dated 11.07.85

European Communities.

Immediate subject matter

Polluter: Power generators used by building trade on building sites
Protection of/acceptor: Noise, humans
Protected area:
EIA relevance: On the basis of the Directive 84/532/EEC (framework directive) this Directive establishes specifications for a type of equipment with regard to effect of noise.

Notes

An EEC type test certificate is issued if the sound power level is in line with the limit values given below.

Measurement methods and measurement conditions are explained in the Annex to the Directive.

Data source analysed: EC environment legislation (UREG, 1988)

Further information

A permissible sound power level of 102/100 dB(A)/1 pW is stated depending on the electric power of the power generator (up to 2 kVA or above 2 kVA).

Date: 17.09.84
EC DESIG.: 84/537
COUNCIL DIRECTIVE ON THE APPROXIMATION OF THE LAWS OF THE MEMBER STATES RELATING TO THE PERMISSIBLE SOUND POWER LEVEL OF POWERED HAND-HELD CONCRETE-BREAKERS AND PICKS

Amendment/assimilation directives:

85/409 dated 11.07.85

European Communities.

Immediate subject matter

Polluter: Concrete breakers, pick hammers, pavement breakers and clay diggers
Protection of/acceptor: Noise, humans
Protected area:
EIA relevance: On the basis of the Directive 84/532/EEC (framework directive) this Directive establishes specifications for a type of equipment with regard to effect of noise.

Notes

An EEC type test certificate is issued if the sound power level is in line with the limit values given below.

Measurement methods and measurement conditions are explained in the Annex to the Directive.

Data source analysed: EC environment legislation (UREG, 1988)

Further information

A permissible sound power level of 108, 111 or 114 dB(A)/1 pW is given depending on the weight of the equipment (less than 20 kg, 20-35 kg, more than 35 kg). The last sound power level also applies to equipment with built-in internal combustion engine.

Date: 09.10.84
EC DESIG.: 84/491
COUNCIL DIRECTIVE ON LIMIT VALUES AND QUALITY OBJECTIVES FOR DISCHARGES OF HEXACHLOROCYCLOHEXANE

European Communities.

Immediate subject matter

Polluter: Industrial installations in which HCH or substances containing HCH are employed
Protection of/acceptor: Bodies of water, waste water
Protected area:
EIA relevance: On the basis of the Directive 76/464/EEC concerning pollution resulting from the discharge of certain hazardous substances into water, special limit values and quality objectives are stipulated here for hexachlorocyclohexane discharge.

Notes

Limit values, periods for compliance with the limit values and methods of monitoring/surveillance of discharge are listed below. This Directive does not concern discharge into groundwater.

Reference

Data source analysed: EC environment legislation (UREG, 1988)

Further information

The following branches of industry and limit values are named in the Annex to the Directive.

1) Transportation limit values (monthly average value)
²) Concentration limit value (average monthly HCH concentration, weighed according to waste water discharge)

Further specifications are given in the Annex to the Directive.

As regards Member States making use of an exceptional regulation in line with Directive 76/464/EEC ("Water Protection Directive"), the emission standards are stipulated such that the quality objectives are complied with under the objectives listed below (in the area affected by HCH discharge):

- The overall HCH concentration in inland surface waters (affected by discharge) must not exceed 100 mg/l;

- The total HCH concentration in estuaries and coastal waters must not exceed 20 mg/l;

- As regards water from which drinking water is obtained, the HCH content must satisfy the requirements of the Directive 75/440/EEC.

Date: 07.03.85
EC DESIG.: 85/203
COUNCIL DIRECTIVE ON AIR QUALITY STANDARDS FOR NITROGEN DIOXIDE

Amendment/assimilation directives:

85/580 dated 20.12.85

European Communities.

Immediate subject matter

Polluter:
Protection of/acceptor: Protection of human health
Protected area:

EIA relevance: The object of the Directive is to establish a limit value for the nitrogen dioxide content in the atmosphere in addition to specifying guide values which could serve, for example, as reference points for the stipulation of special regulations for specific areas.

The Annex to the Directive gives information on monitoring methods and reference analysis methods.

Reference

Data source analysed: EC environment legislation (UREG, 1988)

Further information

The following values are listed for the reference period in the Annex to the Directive:

Limit value: 200 m g/m^{3 1)}
Guide values:

50 m g/m^{3 2)}
135 m g/m^{3 1)}