Regulation 61: Are You compliant?
24 Oct 2024
Published in: Member News
A Regulation 61 notice is issued by the Environment Agency (EA) under the Environmental Permitting (England and Wales) Regulations 2016. It requires operators across various industries to provide detailed information about pollutants that could harm the environment or public health.
If you’re in an industry like airports, chemical manufacturing, or waste management, you might have heard of Regulation 61.
It’s issued by the Environment Agency and requires businesses to monitor and report on potential pollutants. Eg: PFAS, hydrocarbons, de-icers, and more—that could harm the environment.
Key Takeaways:
• You need to keep track of potential pollutants going into water, soil, or air.
• The goal is simple: stay compliant and protect the environment.
Industries Affected:
1. Airports – PFAS in firefighting foams and de-icing chemicals.
2. Chemical Manufacturing – Dealing with hazardous chemicals.
3. Waste Management – Handling and disposal of waste that can cause contamination.
4. Oil and Gas – Keeping an eye on hydrocarbons and chemical leaks.
5. Agriculture – Managing herbicides, fertilizers, and pesticides.
6. Water Treatment – Monitoring pollutants like PFAS in discharge.
7. Mining and Quarrying – Heavy metals and other contaminants.
How We Can Help at Enviro Sampling Solutions:
We offer customized monitoring and sampling to keep your business compliant and the environment safe. We also provide easy-to-read digital graphics of your data, ready to submit to the regulatory bodies.
Not sure where to start? No problem! Let’s chat about how we can help you meet your Regulation 61 requirements.
Contact: sarup.chand@esslimited.uk
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