Updated on December 20, 2024 12:29:50 PM
Situated in the southern part of India, Lakshadweep with its beautiful islands and wealth of marine life poses threats to hazardous waste management as the islands have limited industrialisation and are geographically stretched. However, given the above limitations, the union territory refrained from generating hazardous waste and also encouraged industries to manage it properly and formed efficient regulation to control hazardous waste. This structure makes it less probable that hazardous substances will be released into the environment and become a threat to human health. Despite the fact that industries are not well developed the actual present legislation covers the particular types of hazardous wastes that may occur in a given country with regards to maritime and touristic activities. These regulations must be complied with and implemented by local authorities while routine inspections to ensure environmental pollution does not take place are also conducted by the local authorities. Such an approach assists in minimization of risks and maintenance of ecological balance of the region being Lakshadweep. This paper explores the current situation of HW management in Lakshadweep, includes information about the regional legislation, kinds of HW treated, and the main tasks of institutions in preserving environmental and population health.
Hazardous waste management can be defined as the systems used in identification, collection, transport, processing, recycling and disposal of waste products that may be injurious to the health of humans and other living organisms, as well as the surrounding environment. These materials which are categorized to be hazardous may be in solid, liquid or gaseous state and usually contain poisonous, acidic or alkaline, inflammable or explosive and reactive chemicals. But good management must be undertaken so as to avoid any negative interaction with the compound and pollution of the environment.
Planning entails the identification and categorisation of the hazardous waste, after that comes the collection and storage of the waste. This step is critical to prevent types and amounts which are more hazardous from being generated in the first place and thus avoid more unusual and serious types of environmental pollution. Different types of wastes require different methods of treatment; however, they normally comprise chemical, biological, or thermal processes that seek to remove menacing compounds. On some occasions, hazardous waste can be reclaimed or find another use thus they do not require disposal.
Disposal is the last one, normally in a secure landfill that has been constructed to avoid any escape of wastes and possible pollution of the environment. Legalities that aim at providing a proper way of dealing with hazardous wastes are strictly enacted with both regional, national, and even international policies being in place.
The benefits of Hazardous Waste Management Authorization include:
To obtain Hazardous Waste Management Authorization (HWA) in India, the following procedure must be followed, as outlined in the Hazardous Waste (Management and Transboundary Movement) Rules, 2016.
Complete the Form I, which involves crucial data about the person applying for the license, the type and amount of hazardous waste produced, and the plan for the disposal of the waste.
The application must be submitted accompanied by the fee once a person wants to commence commercial production.
Gather all the required documents for the procedure
The application will be observed and examined by the pollution control authority to determine compliance to the hazardous waste management.
If the application meets all the requirements, the HWA will be issued which is normally for a period not exceeding five years from the date of issue.
Renewal applications can only be filed 120 days to the date by which the existing authorization is set to expire. That same process is also used when renewal of either a single or multiple licenses is needed.
These documents are required to be submitted for the assessment of the applicant’s capability of managing, treating, storing and disposing hazardous wastes effectively by the State Pollution Control Board (SPCB) or Pollution Control Committee (PCC). The list of the main documents obligatory for hazardous waste management in India is briefly outlined below:
| Particulars | Fees for Authorization (5 years) |
|---|---|
| All industry generation, managing, handling, storing, treating, disposing of Hazardous Waste | ₹10,000/- |
| Professional Fees | ₹50,000/- |
| Total | ₹60,000/- |
The validity of hazardous waste management authorization is 5 years. renewal of the authorization, An application for renewal of authorization should be filed one hundred and twenty days before the expiration of the existing authorization.
In the case of Lakshadweep, it is necessary to obtain Hazardous Waste Management Authorization as a measure to conserve the environment and the health of the citizens because of the limited access to the intended site. This comprises filing of form I along with some crucial documents and some fee charges if any. It is given for a period up to five years and where further authorization is desired an application is made 120 days to the expiry of the previous authorization. This framework allows Lakshadweep to eliminate hazardous wastes well, though it is not highly industrialized, thus preserving the environment and sustaining the ecosystem. Thus, following the procedures helps businesses promote sustainable practices and preservation of the territory’s resources.
At Professional Utilities, we leverage our industry knowledge and expertise to help businesses navigate complex regulations, minimize risks, and optimize operations for maximum efficiency and profitability.
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Authorization of Hazardous Waste Management is quite necessary in the region to minimize hazardous waste, and must be dealt with in accordance with code of corporate practices. These measures assist in the mitigation of pollution and the treatment of wastes under the proper legislation on environmental requirements.
Hazardous Waste Management Authorization is required in Lakshadweep to guarantee that hazardous waste is properly managed with regards its transportation, treatment, and disposal to prevent the adverse effects on people’s health and the environment. However, efficiency is of minor importance in such regions and the lack of it does not necessarily lead to pollution of the environment due to production and inadequate disposal of waste products.
To get authorization you should fill Part I of the form and write the type and amount of hazardous waste that you produce and how you are arranging the disposal. After that, complete and mail the form with said documents, fees to the local pollution control authority. After a review and/or confirmation the authority is given for as long as 5 years.
The authorization is good for a period of five years. However, to carry on business after this time, another application for the permit must have been submitted 120 days before the current permit expires.
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