Hazardous Materials Handling and transportation in Georgia are regulated by strict safety standards, as these activities pose high risks to human health and the environment. Hazardous substances (chemicals, explosives, medical waste, petroleum products) require special permits for their import, storage, transportation, and disposal. Legislation sets requirements for personnel qualification, vehicle technical condition (ADR standard), and emergency management plans. Any violation in this field leads not only to administrative fines but may also become grounds for criminal liability.
Lawyers represented on the Legal.ge platform offer qualified services in legal matters of hazardous materials management. Services include:
- Obtaining Permits and Licenses: Processing permits required for importing and transporting hazardous substances from the Ministry of Environment and the Emergency Management Service.
- ADR Certification Support: Preparing documentation in compliance with the international rules for the carriage of dangerous goods by road (ADR) and managing the driver/vehicle certification process.
- Safety Audit: Checking internal company procedures for compliance with the "Law on Occupational Safety" and "Law on Hazardous Chemical Substances."
- Waste Management Plans: Developing and approving schemes for the collection, temporary storage, and transfer of hazardous waste.
- Incident Management: Legal response in case of accidental spills or incidents and liaising with regulatory bodies to minimize damage.
Hazardous materials handling services are needed in the following scenarios:
- A logistics company wants to start transporting fuel or acids. Special permits and ADR-certified vehicles are required.
- A medical clinic is obliged to manage infectious waste. A lawyer helps select a contractor and organize waste transfer documentation.
- A fertilizer importer needs a permit to import and store agrochemicals in a warehouse.
- A chemical leak occurred at an enterprise. A lawyer manages communication with the Labor Inspectorate and Environmental Supervision to avoid fines.
The field is regulated by the Law of Georgia on Hazardous Chemical Substances, the Waste Management Code, and the international agreement "European Agreement concerning the International Carriage of Dangerous Goods by Road" (ADR). Technical regulations on hazardous waste landfilling also apply.
Collaborating with a Legal.ge specialist ensures your business's safety and legality. Operating with hazardous materials allows no room for error, so qualified legal involvement is essential for risk prevention.
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