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What does the term 'export' mean?
What does the term 'export' mean?
- Taking out of India to a place outside India (correct)
- Bringing into India from a place within India
- Taking out of India to a place within India
- Bringing into India from a place outside India
Based on the text, what does the term 'Hazardous Chemical' refer to?
Based on the text, what does the term 'Hazardous Chemical' refer to?
- Any chemical listed in Column 2 of Schedule 5
- Any chemical listed in Column 2 of Schedule 3
- Any chemical satisfying the criteria laid down in Part II of Schedule 1
- Any chemical satisfying the criteria laid down in Part I of Schedule 1 (correct)
What does the term 'Authority' mean?
What does the term 'Authority' mean?
- The exporting country
- An authority mentioned in Column 2 of Schedule 5 (correct)
- The Ministry of Environment & Forests
- The Central Government
When must an occupier make a further report after making an initial report?
When must an occupier make a further report after making an initial report?
What is the purpose of the on-site emergency plan?
What is the purpose of the on-site emergency plan?
Who is responsible for preparing the off-site emergency plan?
Who is responsible for preparing the off-site emergency plan?
When must the concerned authority conduct a rehearsal of the off-site emergency plan?
When must the concerned authority conduct a rehearsal of the off-site emergency plan?
Who is responsible for informing the port authority about the safe handling and storage of hazardous chemicals?
Who is responsible for informing the port authority about the safe handling and storage of hazardous chemicals?
As per the text, who is allowed to inspect the records of imported hazardous chemicals?
As per the text, who is allowed to inspect the records of imported hazardous chemicals?
What rules should be followed for the transport of hazardous chemicals from the port of entry to the ultimate destination?
What rules should be followed for the transport of hazardous chemicals from the port of entry to the ultimate destination?
What must an occupier do in terms of subrule (1) of the industrial activity?
What must an occupier do in terms of subrule (1) of the industrial activity?
What must an occupier do within 48 hours of a major accident occurring on a site?
What must an occupier do within 48 hours of a major accident occurring on a site?
What does the concerned authority do upon receipt of the report relating to a major accident?
What does the concerned authority do upon receipt of the report relating to a major accident?
When does an industrial activity qualify as a 'new industrial activity'?
When does an industrial activity qualify as a 'new industrial activity'?
What does the term 'importer' mean?
What does the term 'importer' mean?
What does the term 'isolated storage' mean?
What does the term 'isolated storage' mean?
What does the term 'major accident' mean?
What does the term 'major accident' mean?
What does the term 'site' mean?
What does the term 'site' mean?
Which of the following information should the occupier provide to persons outside the site who may be affected by a major accident?
Which of the following information should the occupier provide to persons outside the site who may be affected by a major accident?
When should the occupier comply with the requirements of informing persons about an existing industrial activity?
When should the occupier comply with the requirements of informing persons about an existing industrial activity?
What should be recorded accurately and reflected in the safety data sheet for a hazardous chemical?
What should be recorded accurately and reflected in the safety data sheet for a hazardous chemical?
What information should be provided by a person responsible for importing hazardous chemicals in India?
What information should be provided by a person responsible for importing hazardous chemicals in India?
When must an occupier furnish a further report to the concerned authority?
When must an occupier furnish a further report to the concerned authority?
When must an occupier send a copy of the safety report to the concerned authority for a new industrial activity?
When must an occupier send a copy of the safety report to the concerned authority for a new industrial activity?
When must an occupier update the safety audit report?
When must an occupier update the safety audit report?
When must an occupier make a further report to the concerned authority for modifications to the industrial activity?
When must an occupier make a further report to the concerned authority for modifications to the industrial activity?
Who is responsible for providing complete product safety information for imported hazardous chemicals?
Who is responsible for providing complete product safety information for imported hazardous chemicals?
What information must be recorded on the label or mark of a container of a hazardous chemical?
What information must be recorded on the label or mark of a container of a hazardous chemical?
When should an occupier update the safety data sheet for a hazardous chemical?
When should an occupier update the safety data sheet for a hazardous chemical?
What should an occupier do if it is impracticable to label a chemical container?
What should an occupier do if it is impracticable to label a chemical container?
When do the Manufacture, Storage and Import of Hazardous Chemical Rules, 1989 come into force?
When do the Manufacture, Storage and Import of Hazardous Chemical Rules, 1989 come into force?
What does the term 'exporter' mean as per the text?
What does the term 'exporter' mean as per the text?
What does the term 'Hazardous Chemical' refer to?
What does the term 'Hazardous Chemical' refer to?
What does the term 'Authority' mean as per the text?
What does the term 'Authority' mean as per the text?
When must an occupier send a copy of the safety report to the concerned authority for an existing industrial activity?
When must an occupier send a copy of the safety report to the concerned authority for an existing industrial activity?
As per the text, when must an occupier prepare the on-site emergency plan for a new industrial activity?
As per the text, when must an occupier prepare the on-site emergency plan for a new industrial activity?
Who is responsible for preparing the off-site emergency plan?
Who is responsible for preparing the off-site emergency plan?
Based on the text, when should a rehearsal of the off-site emergency plan be conducted?
Based on the text, when should a rehearsal of the off-site emergency plan be conducted?
What must an occupier do within 48 hours of a major accident occurring on a site?
What must an occupier do within 48 hours of a major accident occurring on a site?
What is the definition of a 'new industrial activity'?
What is the definition of a 'new industrial activity'?
What is the purpose of the on-site emergency plan?
What is the purpose of the on-site emergency plan?
What must an occupier do before commencing an industrial activity?
What must an occupier do before commencing an industrial activity?
When must an occupier send a copy of the safety report to the concerned authority for a new industrial activity?
When must an occupier send a copy of the safety report to the concerned authority for a new industrial activity?
What should an occupier do within 30 days after the completion of a safety audit?
What should an occupier do within 30 days after the completion of a safety audit?
What should an occupier do if he makes modifications to the industrial activity that could materially affect the particulars in the safety report?
What should an occupier do if he makes modifications to the industrial activity that could materially affect the particulars in the safety report?
When must an occupier prepare a safety report for an existing industrial activity?
When must an occupier prepare a safety report for an existing industrial activity?
What does the term 'pipeline' refer to?
What does the term 'pipeline' refer to?
What does the term 'industrial activity' include?
What does the term 'industrial activity' include?
What does the term 'major accident hazards (MAH) installations' refer to?
What does the term 'major accident hazards (MAH) installations' refer to?
When must the concerned authority inspect the industrial activity?
When must the concerned authority inspect the industrial activity?
Who is responsible for serving an improvement notice to a person who has contravened the provisions of the rules?
Who is responsible for serving an improvement notice to a person who has contravened the provisions of the rules?
Who is responsible for maintaining the records of imported hazardous chemicals?
Who is responsible for maintaining the records of imported hazardous chemicals?
Who is responsible for ensuring the safe transport of hazardous chemicals from the port of entry to the ultimate destination?
Who is responsible for ensuring the safe transport of hazardous chemicals from the port of entry to the ultimate destination?
Who is responsible for making suitable changes in the Schedules?
Who is responsible for making suitable changes in the Schedules?
What should an improvement notice require a person to do?
What should an improvement notice require a person to do?
What should be done with the records of imported hazardous chemicals?
What should be done with the records of imported hazardous chemicals?
When must an occupier notify the concerned authority of a major accident?
When must an occupier notify the concerned authority of a major accident?
What information should the occupier provide to the persons working on the site?
What information should the occupier provide to the persons working on the site?
Who should the concerned authority send the requisite information to after analyzing a major accident?
Who should the concerned authority send the requisite information to after analyzing a major accident?
When must the concerned authority undertake a full analysis of a major accident?
When must the concerned authority undertake a full analysis of a major accident?
What does the term 'Authority' refer to?
What does the term 'Authority' refer to?
What does the term 'export' mean?
What does the term 'export' mean?
When do the Manufacture, Storage and Import of Hazardous Chemical Rules, 1989 come into force?
When do the Manufacture, Storage and Import of Hazardous Chemical Rules, 1989 come into force?
What does the term 'Hazardous Chemical' mean?
What does the term 'Hazardous Chemical' mean?
Who is responsible for informing persons outside the site about the nature of a major accident hazard and the safety measures to be adopted?
Who is responsible for informing persons outside the site about the nature of a major accident hazard and the safety measures to be adopted?
What should be added to the material safety data sheet for a hazardous chemical as soon as practicable?
What should be added to the material safety data sheet for a hazardous chemical as soon as practicable?
When should provision be made for other effective means of labeling a chemical?
When should provision be made for other effective means of labeling a chemical?
Who is responsible for providing complete product safety information for imported hazardous chemicals?
Who is responsible for providing complete product safety information for imported hazardous chemicals?
When must an occupier prepare the off-site emergency plan for a new industrial activity?
When must an occupier prepare the off-site emergency plan for a new industrial activity?
What is the duty of the concerned authority in preparing the off-site emergency plan?
What is the duty of the concerned authority in preparing the off-site emergency plan?
When should a rehearsal of the off-site emergency plan be conducted?
When should a rehearsal of the off-site emergency plan be conducted?
What is the time limit for sending additional information to the concerned authority upon their request?
What is the time limit for sending additional information to the concerned authority upon their request?
When must an occupier send a copy of the safety report to the concerned authority for a new industrial activity?
When must an occupier send a copy of the safety report to the concerned authority for a new industrial activity?
When must an occupier update the safety audit report?
When must an occupier update the safety audit report?
What should an occupier do if they make modifications to the industrial activity that could materially affect the particulars in the safety report?
What should an occupier do if they make modifications to the industrial activity that could materially affect the particulars in the safety report?
When must an occupier make a further report to the concerned authority after making an initial report?
When must an occupier make a further report to the concerned authority after making an initial report?
What does the term 'importer' mean as per the text?
What does the term 'importer' mean as per the text?
What does the term 'isolated storage' mean as per the text?
What does the term 'isolated storage' mean as per the text?
What does the term 'major accident' mean as per the text?
What does the term 'major accident' mean as per the text?
What does the term 'pipeline' mean as per the text?
What does the term 'pipeline' mean as per the text?
Which authority should be informed by the concerned Authority at the State regarding the safe handling and storage of hazardous chemicals while off-loading the consignment within the port premises?
Which authority should be informed by the concerned Authority at the State regarding the safe handling and storage of hazardous chemicals while off-loading the consignment within the port premises?
Who is responsible for maintaining the records of the hazardous chemicals imported?
Who is responsible for maintaining the records of the hazardous chemicals imported?
What should the importer of hazardous chemicals or a person working on his behalf ensure during the transport of hazardous chemicals from the port of entry to the ultimate destination?
What should the importer of hazardous chemicals or a person working on his behalf ensure during the transport of hazardous chemicals from the port of entry to the ultimate destination?
Under what circumstances should an improvement notice be served by the concerned authority?
Under what circumstances should an improvement notice be served by the concerned authority?
Who has the power to make suitable changes in the Schedules of the rules?
Who has the power to make suitable changes in the Schedules of the rules?
What should a notice served under sub-rule (1) specify?
What should a notice served under sub-rule (1) specify?
Which Act confers the powers to make the Manufacture, Storage and Import of Hazardous Chemical Rules, 1989?
Which Act confers the powers to make the Manufacture, Storage and Import of Hazardous Chemical Rules, 1989?
What is the short title of the rules?
What is the short title of the rules?
What does the term 'exporter' mean as per the text?
What does the term 'exporter' mean as per the text?
What does the term 'Hazardous Chemical' mean as per the text?
What does the term 'Hazardous Chemical' mean as per the text?
When should an occupier make a further report after making an initial report?
When should an occupier make a further report after making an initial report?
What should an occupier do if there are modifications made in the industrial activity?
What should an occupier do if there are modifications made in the industrial activity?
When should an occupier prepare an on-site emergency plan for a new industrial activity?
When should an occupier prepare an on-site emergency plan for a new industrial activity?
Who is responsible for preparing and keeping up-to-date the off-site emergency plan?
Who is responsible for preparing and keeping up-to-date the off-site emergency plan?
What must an occupier do if a major accident occurs on a site or in a pipeline?
What must an occupier do if a major accident occurs on a site or in a pipeline?
Who is responsible for undertaking a full analysis of a major accident and sending the requisite information to the Ministry of Environment and Forests?
Who is responsible for undertaking a full analysis of a major accident and sending the requisite information to the Ministry of Environment and Forests?
When do the Manufacture, Storage and Import of Hazardous Chemical Rules, 1989 come into force?
When do the Manufacture, Storage and Import of Hazardous Chemical Rules, 1989 come into force?
What is the definition of a 'new industrial activity'?
What is the definition of a 'new industrial activity'?
What is the definition of 'importer' in the context of hazardous chemicals?
What is the definition of 'importer' in the context of hazardous chemicals?
Based on the text, what is the definition of 'isolated storage' in the context of hazardous chemicals?
Based on the text, what is the definition of 'isolated storage' in the context of hazardous chemicals?
As per the text, what is the definition of 'pipeline' in the context of hazardous chemicals?
As per the text, what is the definition of 'pipeline' in the context of hazardous chemicals?
What is the definition of 'site' in the context of hazardous chemicals?
What is the definition of 'site' in the context of hazardous chemicals?
When must an occupier furnish a further report to the concerned authority if there is a change in the activity?
When must an occupier furnish a further report to the concerned authority if there is a change in the activity?
Based on the text, when must an occupier prepare a safety report for a new industrial activity?
Based on the text, when must an occupier prepare a safety report for a new industrial activity?
When must an occupier prepare a safety report for an existing industrial activity?
When must an occupier prepare a safety report for an existing industrial activity?
Based on the text, when must an occupier update the safety audit report?
Based on the text, when must an occupier update the safety audit report?
When must the occupier inform persons outside the site about the nature of the major accident hazard and the safety measures in the event of a major accident?
When must the occupier inform persons outside the site about the nature of the major accident hazard and the safety measures in the event of a major accident?
What information should be recorded on the label or mark of a container of a hazardous chemical?
What information should be recorded on the label or mark of a container of a hazardous chemical?
What information should the occupier provide to the concerned authorities when importing hazardous chemicals?
What information should the occupier provide to the concerned authorities when importing hazardous chemicals?
What should the occupier do in terms of subrule (1) of the industrial activity?
What should the occupier do in terms of subrule (1) of the industrial activity?
Who is responsible for maintaining records of the hazardous chemicals imported?
Who is responsible for maintaining records of the hazardous chemicals imported?
What should the concerned authority do if they believe a person has contravened the provisions of the rules?
What should the concerned authority do if they believe a person has contravened the provisions of the rules?
As per the text, who should the concerned authority serve the improvement notice on?
As per the text, who should the concerned authority serve the improvement notice on?
What should the improvement notice specify?
What should the improvement notice specify?
Who has the power to make changes in the Schedules of the rules?
Who has the power to make changes in the Schedules of the rules?
What should the importer of hazardous chemicals ensure during the transport of hazardous chemicals?
What should the importer of hazardous chemicals ensure during the transport of hazardous chemicals?
What is the time frame for an occupier to make a further report after the initial report has been made to the concerned authority?
What is the time frame for an occupier to make a further report after the initial report has been made to the concerned authority?
Who is responsible for preparing and keeping up-to-date an on-site emergency plan?
Who is responsible for preparing and keeping up-to-date an on-site emergency plan?
When should a mock drill of the on-site emergency plan be conducted?
When should a mock drill of the on-site emergency plan be conducted?
What information should the occupier provide to the concerned authority in order to prepare the off-site emergency plan?
What information should the occupier provide to the concerned authority in order to prepare the off-site emergency plan?
What does the term 'industrial activity' mean?
What does the term 'industrial activity' mean?
What does the term 'importer' mean?
What does the term 'importer' mean?
What does the term 'site' mean?
What does the term 'site' mean?
What does the term 'threshold quantity' mean?
What does the term 'threshold quantity' mean?
When must an occupier notify the concerned authority of a major accident?
When must an occupier notify the concerned authority of a major accident?
What is the responsibility of the concerned authority upon receiving a report of a major accident?
What is the responsibility of the concerned authority upon receiving a report of a major accident?
Which industrial activities do Rules 7 to 15 apply to?
Which industrial activities do Rules 7 to 15 apply to?
When must an occupier obtain approval for undertaking an industrial activity?
When must an occupier obtain approval for undertaking an industrial activity?
What is the timeframe within which an occupier must furnish a further report to the concerned authority if they make a change in an activity that affects the particulars specified in a previous report?
What is the timeframe within which an occupier must furnish a further report to the concerned authority if they make a change in an activity that affects the particulars specified in a previous report?
When must an occupier send a copy of the safety report to the concerned authority for a new industrial activity?
When must an occupier send a copy of the safety report to the concerned authority for a new industrial activity?
When must an occupier prepare a safety report for an existing industrial activity?
When must an occupier prepare a safety report for an existing industrial activity?
What must an occupier do if they want to make modifications to an industrial activity that could materially affect the particulars in the safety report?
What must an occupier do if they want to make modifications to an industrial activity that could materially affect the particulars in the safety report?
Which of the following is true about the information to be given to persons liable to be affected by a major accident?
Which of the following is true about the information to be given to persons liable to be affected by a major accident?
When should the occupier comply with the requirements of informing persons about an industrial activity?
When should the occupier comply with the requirements of informing persons about an industrial activity?
What should be added to the material safety data sheet for a hazardous chemical handled by the occupier?
What should be added to the material safety data sheet for a hazardous chemical handled by the occupier?
What should every container of a hazardous chemical be labeled or marked with?
What should every container of a hazardous chemical be labeled or marked with?
Who is responsible for informing persons outside the site about the nature of a major accident hazard and the safety measures to be adopted?
Who is responsible for informing persons outside the site about the nature of a major accident hazard and the safety measures to be adopted?
Based on the text, when must the occupier comply with the requirements of informing persons about an existing industrial activity?
Based on the text, when must the occupier comply with the requirements of informing persons about an existing industrial activity?
What does the term 'isolated storage' mean in the context of hazardous chemicals, based on the text?
What does the term 'isolated storage' mean in the context of hazardous chemicals, based on the text?
When must the concerned authority undertake a full analysis of a major accident, based on the text?
When must the concerned authority undertake a full analysis of a major accident, based on the text?
When must an occupier send a copy of the safety report to the concerned authority for a new industrial activity, based on the text?
When must an occupier send a copy of the safety report to the concerned authority for a new industrial activity, based on the text?
Who is responsible for maintaining the records of imported hazardous chemicals, based on the text?
Who is responsible for maintaining the records of imported hazardous chemicals, based on the text?
What does the term 'export' mean?
What does the term 'export' mean?
What is the definition of 'Hazardous Chemical'?
What is the definition of 'Hazardous Chemical'?
What is the short title of the rules?
What is the short title of the rules?
Who is responsible for maintaining records of the hazardous chemicals imported?
Who is responsible for maintaining records of the hazardous chemicals imported?
What is the definition of 'exporter' in the Manufacture, Storage and Import of Hazardous Chemical Rules, 1989?
What is the definition of 'exporter' in the Manufacture, Storage and Import of Hazardous Chemical Rules, 1989?
What is the definition of 'Hazardous Chemical' in the Manufacture, Storage and Import of Hazardous Chemical Rules, 1989?
What is the definition of 'Hazardous Chemical' in the Manufacture, Storage and Import of Hazardous Chemical Rules, 1989?
When do the Manufacture, Storage and Import of Hazardous Chemical Rules, 1989 come into force?
When do the Manufacture, Storage and Import of Hazardous Chemical Rules, 1989 come into force?
What is the definition of 'Authority' in the Manufacture, Storage and Import of Hazardous Chemical Rules, 1989?
What is the definition of 'Authority' in the Manufacture, Storage and Import of Hazardous Chemical Rules, 1989?
Study Notes
Definitions and Terms
- Export: Sending goods from one country to another for sale or trade.
- Hazardous Chemical: A substance that poses a significant risk to health, safety, or the environment.
- Authority: An official body or organization responsible for enforcing regulations regarding hazardous chemicals.
- Importer: An individual or entity that brings goods into a country for sale.
- Isolated Storage: A secure area designated for the safe storage of hazardous chemicals away from other materials.
- Major Accident: An incident that results in significant harm to people, the environment, or property due to hazardous chemicals.
- Pipeline: A system of pipes used to transport hazardous materials over distances.
Reports and Emergency Plans
- An occupier must make a further report to the concerned authority within 48 hours if a major accident occurs.
- Purpose of the on-site emergency plan: To prepare for and manage emergencies effectively on the site.
- The off-site emergency plan is the responsibility of the concerned authority or designated officials.
- The concerned authority must conduct a rehearsal of the off-site emergency plan periodically.
Obligations of Occupiers
- An occupier must inform the port authority about the safe handling and storage of hazardous chemicals.
- Non-compliance regarding alterations to safety reports may prompt further reports to the authority.
- A detailed safety report for new industrial activities must be submitted before beginning operations.
- Within 30 days of completing a safety audit, an occupier must review and update safety procedures.
Safety Data and Communication
- Safety data sheets must accurately reflect hazards and precautions associated with chemicals.
- The occupier must communicate necessary information regarding potential major accidents to affected individuals.
- If labeling is impracticable, alternative safety measures must be considered for chemical containers.
Responsibilities and Compliance
- Those responsible for hazardous chemicals must provide complete product safety details, including transport conditions from ports to destinations.
- The improvement notice requires rectifying any identified breaches of safety regulations.
- Records of imported hazardous chemicals must be diligently maintained and accessible for review by authorized personnel.
- An occupier must notify the concerned authority about any significant changes to the industrial activity.
Major Accidents and Regulations
- Upon receiving a report of a major accident, the concerned authority conducts further investigations.
- The Manufacture, Storage and Import of Hazardous Chemicals Rules, 1989, became enforceable upon publication.
- Importers must ensure that hazardous chemicals are transported safely and in compliance with established protocols.
Key Processes
- A complete analysis of a major accident must occur following the event, ensuring all information is gathered and reported to relevant governmental bodies.
- There are specified timelines for sending additional information upon request from the concerned authority.
- Preparation of emergency plans, whether on-site or off-site, must be updated regularly to reflect any changes in operations or regulations.
Miscellaneous
- The term 'new industrial activity' refers to any industrial operation that has not previously been registered or reported.
- An occupier must comply with relevant safety regulations from the outset of any hazardous chemical handling or industrial operation.
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This quiz tests your knowledge on the information that should be given to individuals who may be affected by a major accident. Topics covered include the nature of major accident hazards, safety measures, and important "Do's" and "Don'ts". Test your understanding of this important information and ensure you are prepared in case of an emergency.
