Checking of certain groups of people
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General Information
The governor regularly checks original producers of hazardous waste (with the exception of problematic waste) and waste collectors and waste processors.
Please note
The competent body also checks the accuracy of the master data entered in the register when doing so.
Enterprises Affected
- Original waste producers
- Waste processors
Caution
In general, these rules also apply for traders from EU Member States that have their registered office in Austria or who work in Austria as waste collectors or waste handlers.
Requirements
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Deadlines
Collectors and processors of hazardous waste and processing facilities for hazardous waste are checked at least once every five years. The remaining people are regularly checked at appropriate intervals. There are special regulations for IPPC facilities and Seveso companies. You will find information on environmental inspections on the EDM portal.
Competent authority
The → governorGerman text
Please note
The governor can entrust the district administrative authority with checking the processing facilities.
Procedure
There is no specific procedure to be observed.
Required documents
As a rule, the records on waste must be presented.
Further information
Further links
- EDM portal (→ BMK)German text
Legal bases
Section 75 of the Abfallwirtschaftsgesetz 2002 (AWG 2002)
Expert Information
No expert information is available.
Link to form
There is no form available.
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