This Ordinance provides for the control of air pollution from stationary polluting sources and motor vehicles to improve air quality in Hong Kong. The Ordinance provides for the establishment of Air Control Zones and each zone has a specific objective of air quality to be reached. The Ordinance further controls the emission of exhaust gases from factories, power plants and incinerators by providing a licensing policy. Requirements and procedures for obtaining a licence are outlined in the text. In addition, the Ordinance bans the import and sale of the more dangerous types of asbestos, namely amosite and crocidolite. Moreover, anyone intending to remove asbestos must engage registered professionals, and submit asbestos investigation reports and plans to the department.
China, RAE de Hong Kong · 1983-10-01