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Regulations HSE provisions applicable to combustion plants, modification of seismic rules applicable to Seveso sites, guides to assist operators in implementing the RSDE decree, decree on the inspection of air conditioning systems and reversible heat pumps, circular economy and waste, model certificate for "5-stream" waste recovery, transposition of the Euratom directive on ionizing radiation.
2018 retrospective of HSE regulatory developments and outlook for 2019.
HSE Developments, Retrospective
Evolution of regulations for provisions applicable to combustion plants
In 2018, Directive (EU) 2015/2193 of 25 November 2015 on the limitation of emissions of certain pollutants into the air from medium combustion plants (MCP) was transposed into French law. In our last newsletter, we provided an update on legislative developments. Classified installations were affected by several nomenclature changes, the most significant of which was the evolution of heading 2910.
Modification of seismic rules applicable to Seveso sites
The seismic rules applicable to Seveso classified installations under the decree of October 4, 2010, considered the most dangerous in case of accident for the environment and populations, have evolved to strengthen the monitoring of at-risk equipment in the event of an earthquake and to simplify the establishment of certain financial guarantees.
Two guides to assist operators in implementing the RSDE decree
The RSDE decree, aimed at reducing discharges of hazardous substances into water, one of the major topics of our 2017 HSE retrospective, has been supplemented by two guides published by the Ministry of Ecological Transition and Solidarity, to assist operators in its implementation.
Decree concerning the inspection of air conditioning systems and reversible heat pumps
The decree concerning the inspection of air conditioning systems and reversible heat pumps with a nominal cooling capacity exceeding 12 kilowatts came into force on July 1, 2018. It modifies the frequency and procedures for periodic inspections of these systems. An air conditioning logbook has been created to facilitate inspections of efficiency and sizing.
Circular Economy and Waste: Review and Outlook
The implementation of a circular economy strategy has already been initiated by many economic actors. It allows for transforming the dangers and constraints related to resource scarcity into value-creating opportunities. While the progress is undeniable, many steps still remain before all objectives are achieved. Spotlight on key measures applicable to the industrial sector.
“5-stream” Decree: a model for waste recovery certificates
The model for the "5-stream" waste recovery certificate (paper/cardboard, metal, plastic, glass, and wood), which waste producers or holders are required to obtain from recovery service providers or intermediaries before March 31 of each year, was published in a decree on July 18, 2018, and has been applicable since January 1, 2019.
Ionizing Radiation: Transposition of the Euratom Directive of December 5, 2013
In June 2018, two decrees were published, notably to transpose the Euratom Directive of December 5, 2013. The Public Health Code and the Labor Code have been amended to update radiation protection classifications and to simplify the process for monitoring workers' exposure to ionizing radiation. Additional implementing decrees are expected.
HSE Regulations: Outlook for 2019
What major developments in HSE regulations are expected in 2019? At least three: the obligation to identify asbestos before work, the expected BAT conclusions for IED installations, and energy renovation in tertiary sector buildings.