RA 8749 (PHILIPPINE CLEAN AIR ACT OF 1999).pdf

RA 8749 (PHILIPPINE CLEAN AIR ACT OF 1999) LIST OF VIOLATIONS HIGHLIGHTED Illegal Burning of Garbage Smoking Cigars in Public Enclosed Places Improper Waste Management (Noise Pollution) Excessive Smoke Emmisions Illegal Use of Firecrackers Highlighted Effect: Dev...

RA 8749 (PHILIPPINE CLEAN AIR ACT OF 1999) LIST OF VIOLATIONS HIGHLIGHTED Illegal Burning of Garbage Smoking Cigars in Public Enclosed Places Improper Waste Management (Noise Pollution) Excessive Smoke Emmisions Illegal Use of Firecrackers Highlighted Effect: Development of COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease) ILLEGAL BURNING OF GARBAGE Under RA 8749 (Philippine Clean Air Act), Burning of garbage is prohibited under **Section 48, Chapter 6.It is considered an act of pollution due to the release of toxic chemicals that endanger public health and the environment. Punishments for both violations, as stated in Chapter 6,include fines of ₱10,000 to ₱100,000 or imprisonment for 6 months to 1 year, depending on the severity. SMOKING CIGARS IN 8749, or the Philippine Clean Air Act of 1999, PUBLIC ENCLOSED prohibits smoking inside enclosed public PLACES places including public vehicles and other means of transport, and other enclosed areas, and directs local government units to implement the prohibition.  IMPROPER WASTE MANAGENENT The "anti-smelly garbage" in Republic Act No. 8749, or the Philippine Clean Air Act of 1999, refers to provisions that aim to reduce or eliminate the harmful emissions and pollutants that result from improper waste management, particularly garbage that By produces working foul and together odors and conscious making releases harmful choices, gases we can into thea create atmosphere. healthy, just and prosperous world for future generations. While the law primarily focuses on air quality management, some of its provisions address the management of solid waste to prevent the release of toxic fumes from garbage burning, decomposing waste, or other forms of pollution.  NOISE POLLUTION Under RA 8749 (Philippine Clean Air Act),excessive noise, including loud disturbances like neighbors frequently fighting, as stated in Section 21, Chapter 4 can be considered a violation because it contributes to noise pollution, which affects the well-being and peace of the community. Although the act focuses primarily on industrial and commercial noise, disturbances like this can still fall under local ordinances related to noise control. By working together and making conscious choices, we can create a healthy, just and As for noise violations, especially if addressed by local ordinances, could include prosperous world for future generations. fines or penalties as determined by local government units. While RA 8749 doesn't specify this type of noise, local laws would likely enforce fines or warnings to address the issue. Punishments for these violations range from fines of ₱10,000 to ₱100,000 or imprisonment for 6 months to 1 year, depending on the severity and repeated offenses. Under RA 8749 (Philippine Clean Air Act), smoke emissions from factories are violations as outlined in Section 19, EXCESSIVE Chapter 4, which regulates emissions from stationary sources like factories. Factories that release excessive SMOKE smoke contribute to air pollution by emitting harmful pollutants such as sulfur dioxide, nitrogen oxides, and EMISSIONS particulate matter, which can harm human health and the environment. The punishment for violating these emission standards includes fines ranging from ₱100,000 to ₱1,000,000 per day of violation, and in severe cases, the suspension or closure of the facility.  ILLEGAL USE OF FIRECRACLERS Under RA 8749 (Philippine Clean Air Act),the illegal use of firecrackers is a violation because it releases harmful pollutants like sulfur, carbon dioxide, and particulate matter into the air, contributing to air pollution and posing risks to public health and By safety. workingThis is covered together under and making Section 48, conscious Chapter choices, 6,which we can create a prohibits healthy, just andactivities prosperousthat degrade world air quality. for future generations. The punishment for such violations can include fines ranging from ₱10,000 to ₱100,000, or imprisonment for 6 months to 1 year, depending on the severity of the offense.  HIGHLIGHTED EFFECT: COPD Violating RA 8749 (Philippine Clean Air Act),such as through smoke emissions from factories, burning garbage, or using firecrackers, can significantly contribute to air pollution. Exposure to pollutants like sulfur dioxide, nitrogen oxides, and particulate matter can lead to the development of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). By working together and making conscious choices, we can create a healthy, just and prosperous world for future generations. COPD is a serious respiratory condition where the lungs are damaged over time due to long-term exposure to harmful gases and particles. People exposed to polluted air, especially those living near factories or in areas with frequent air quality violations, have an increased risk of developing COPD, which results in chronic breathing problems, lung infections, and reduced quality of life. THANK YOU! MEMBERS: REDUCTO, HEATHER By working together and making conscious choices, we can create a healthy, just and prosperous world for future MEÑOZA, DANICA generations. MONTEROLA, JOSHUA JOSE