Paragraph 16 - The use of baled tyres in engineered works
What the legislation says:
16. —(1) The use of compacted and securely baled tyres in
engineering works.
(2) The storage of compacted and securely baled tyres for use in
such works, where–
(a) the baled tyres are intended for an identifiable project;
and
(b) the amount of baled tyres stored at any time is less than
that required to complete that project.
Registration Requirements:
Needs to be registered with SEPA but no fee is required.
This exemption can be registered online.
However, establishments and undertakings can still use the paper
form should they wish. This form should be sent to the Registrar at
your local SEPA area office (addresses are given on the form)
The following questions and answers are provided to help you
further understand this exemption:
Q. How long will the registration last? Will it require
renewal at any time?
A. The registration of this
exemption is not time limited but it can be de-registered by SEPA
if it is not managed properly and no longer fulfills the criteria
requirements of the exemption or if the activities cause pollution
or harm to health. If the activity does comply with the exemption
criteria the registration will not have to be renewed except where
there is a significant change to the activity.