Decree No. 257 / 2012 Coll.
Ordinance on the prevention of emissions of ozone depleting substances and fluorinated greenhouse gases
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257
DECLARATION
of 12 July 2012
on the prevention of emissions of ozone depleting substances and fluorinated greenhouse gases
The Ministry of the Environment provides, pursuant to Sections 4 (3), 10 (11) and 11 (4) of Act No. 73 / 2012 Coll., on substances that deplete the ozone layer and on fluorinated greenhouse gases ("the Act '):
Subject matter
(1) This Decree, following directly applicable European Union1), (2) sets out the model of the equipment register, the reporting patterns, the procedures for the activities referred to in § 10 (1) and (2) of the Act, with the exception of procedures for checking the tightness of refrigeration or air conditioning equipment or fire protection systems containing fluorinated greenhouse gases, and the extent of the required knowledge for the recovery, regeneration or disposal of substances that deplete the ozone layer (the controlled substance).
(2) This Decree was notified in accordance with Directive 98 / 34 / EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of 22 June 1998 laying down a procedure for the provision of information in the field of technical standards and regulations and rules and of rules on information society services, as amended by Directive 98 / 48 / EC.
Model of the equipment register
The model of the register of establishments referred to in Section 4 (2) of the Act is set out in Annex 1 to this Decree.
Message Models
Models for reporting pursuant to § 11 (1) and (2) of the Act are set out in Annexes 2 and 3 to this Decree.
Procedures for the handling of controlled substances, fluorinated greenhouse gases or equipment containing these substances
(1) The procedures for the recovery of controlled substances and fluorinated greenhouse gases in the recycling of domestic cooling products are set out in Annex 4 to this Regulation.
(2) The procedures for the recovery of controlled substances and fluorinated greenhouse gases in the recycling of refrigerating equipment other than domestic cooling products are set out in Annex 4 to this Regulation.
(3) The procedures for the recovery of controlled substances and fluorinated greenhouse gases in the recycling of products intended for fire protection, the procedure and method of control and registration of such substances are set out in Annex 5 to this Regulation.
(4) The degree of adaptation I and II of the binding technology referred to in Annex 4 to this Decree is carried out within a single technological unit; This total means a fixed group of technological installations operating within a single site or a single stage of mobile technology introduced into waste collection facilities to recover controlled substances when recycling products.
Procedures for checking the leakage of cooling circuits of equipment containing controlled substances
(1) Before checking the leakage of cooling circuits of equipment containing controlled substances, the certified person shall check the equipment records, paying particular attention to information on recurrent problems and problem areas.
(2) The certified person shall carry out checks on the following parts of refrigeration, air conditioning or heat pumps:
(a) connections,
(b) valves including spindles;
(c) seals, including seals, on exchangeable dehydrated agents and filters;
(d) parts of the system exposed to vibration; and
(e) connection to safety and operational equipment.
(3) When carrying out a leak check on the cooling, air-conditioning or heat pump containing the controlled substance, the certified person shall use the direct measurement method referred to in paragraph 4 or the indirect measurement method referred to in paragraph 7. The indirect measurement methods may be used only if the parameters of the equipment referred to in paragraph 7 to be analysed show what the content of the controlled substances listed in the equipment records and the likelihood of leakage.
(4) One or more of the following direct measurement methods may be used to check leakage:
(a) checking the cooling circuits and their components at risk of leakage by means of gas detection devices adapted to the refrigerant used in the system;
(b) introduction of UV detection fluid or appropriate dye into the circuit;
(c) the use of a special bubble or soap solution.
(5) The following procedures may be applied when applying direct methods:
(a) the gas detection equipment referred to in paragraph 4 (a) shall be checked once every 12 months to ensure that it operates properly; the sensitivity of portable gas detection equipment shall be at least 5 g / year;
(b) the introduction of UV detection liquid or appropriate dye into the cooling circuit shall be carried out only if the device manufacturer has approved such detection methods as technically possible; This method may only be used by personnel certified to carry out activities involving interference in the cooling circuit containing the controlled substance; or
(c) if, using the methods referred to in paragraph 4, leakage is not detected and the parts referred to in paragraph 2 do not show signs of leakage, but the certified person considers that leakage is taking place, he must check the other parts of the equipment which may be presumed to be leakage.
(6) Prior to direct measurement by a nitrogen-free pressure test or by another gas suitable for a leakage pressure test, a person certified to recover a controlled substance from a given type of device shall recover the controlled substance from the whole system.
(7) To check leakage by indirect method, the certified person shall use visual and manual inspection of the equipment and analysis of one or more of the following parameters:
(a) pressure,
(b) temperature,
(c) compressor current;
(d) liquid levels;
(e) the quantity of added refrigerant.
(8) Any suspected leakage of the controlled substance shall be verified by leakage check using the direct measurement method referred to in paragraph 4.
(9) The leakage control method used shall be recorded in the equipment register.
Procedures for checking the leakage of the fire protection system containing controlled substances
(1) Before checking the tightness of the fire protection system, the certified person shall check the equipment records, paying particular attention to information on recurrent problems and problem areas.
(2) When detecting damage and signs of leakage, the certified person shall carry out a visual inspection of the controls, storage tanks, connections under pressure and other components.
(3) Suspected leakage is the following:
(a) a fixed leakage detection system reports leakage;
(b) the container shows a pressure reduction of more than 10% after deduction of the temperature effect; or
(c) the container shows a reduction of more than 5% in the amount of the extinguishing agent.
(4) The proper functioning of pressure gauges and mass monitoring devices shall be checked by the certified person once every 12 months.
(5) The leakage control procedure used shall be recorded in the equipment register.
Scope of required knowledge for the recovery, regeneration or disposal of controlled substances
(1) The extent of the required knowledge within the framework of the training of natural persons carrying out the recovery of controlled substances and otherwise handling controlled substances in the framework of the recycling of products:
(a) basic knowledge of ozone layer protection and ozone layer protection legislation;
(b) basic knowledge of the concept of the potential for ozone depletion and the use of controlled substances;
(c) the method of filling and emptying bottles of controlled substances in both liquid and gaseous form;
(d) the method of determining the quantity of controlled substance in the bottle;
(e) requirements for good handling, storage and transport procedures for controlled substances;
(f) the method of operation of the apparatus for the extraction of controlled substances;
(g) the method of proper handling of the discarded products;
(h) the means of keeping records; and
(i) basic knowledge of the physical and chemical properties of controlled substances, including recycling and regeneration procedures.
(2) The extent of the required knowledge in the training of natural persons handling controlled substances in the framework of their regeneration:
(a) basic knowledge of ozone layer protection and ozone layer protection legislation;
(b) basic knowledge of the concept of the potential for ozone depletion and the use of controlled substances;
(c) the method of filling and emptying bottles of controlled substances in both liquid and gaseous form;
(d) the method of determining the quantity of controlled substance in the bottle;
(e) requirements for good handling, storage and transport procedures for controlled substances;
(f) the method of operating the instrument for the regeneration of controlled substances;
(g) the means of keeping records; and
(h) basic knowledge of the physical and chemical properties of controlled substances, including recycling and regeneration procedures.
(3) The extent of the required knowledge in the training of natural persons handling controlled substances in the framework of their disposal:
(a) basic knowledge of ozone layer protection and ozone layer protection legislation;
(b) basic knowledge of the concept of the potential for ozone depletion and the use of controlled substances;
(c) requirements for good handling, storage and transport procedures for controlled substances;
(d) the method of keeping records;
(e) basic knowledge of the physical and chemical properties of controlled substances, including their disposal procedures; and
(f) the method of filling and emptying bottles of controlled substances in both liquid and gaseous form and the method of determining the quantity of controlled substance in the bottle.
(4) Paragraph 3 (f) does not apply to the training of natural persons handling controlled substances which are transported by pipeline from the point of origin to the point of disposal.
(5) The training provided for in paragraphs 1, 2 and 3 is provided by an operator carrying out the recovery, regeneration and disposal of controlled substances.
Transitional provision
The register of equipment in accordance with the model set out in Decree No. 279 / 2009 Coll., on the prevention of emissions of controlled substances and fluorinated greenhouse gases, as effective by the date of entry into force of this Decree, shall be considered as the register of equipment in accordance with Section 2 of this Decree, except for the register newly introduced after 1 January 2014, for which only the model set out in Annex 1 to this Decree may be used.
Efficacy
This Decree shall take effect on 1 September 2012, with the exception of the provisions of Paragraph 7 (2), which shall take effect on 1 January 2013.
Minister:
Mgr. Chalupa v. r.
Příloha č. 1
Annex No. 1 to Decree No. 257 / 2012 Coll.
Příloha č. 2
Annex No 2 to Decree No 257 / 2012 Coll.
Model report on halons, fire protection systems and halon fire extinguishers pursuant to § 11 (2) of the Act
Příloha č. 3
Annex 3 to Decree No 257 / 2012 Coll.
Model report on fluorinated greenhouse gases obtained or transmitted from or to another Member State of the European Union, on the disposal of fluorinated greenhouse gases, the placing on the market, the recovery, recycling, regeneration and disposal of controlled substances pursuant to Section 11 (1) of the Act
Table 1 (common for reporting all activities under Section 11 (1) of the Act)
Table 2a (for reporting under Section 11 (1) (a) of the Act)
Table 2b (for reporting under Section 11 (1) (b) of the Act)
Table 2c (for reporting under Section 11 (1) (c) of the Act)
Table 2d (for reporting under Section 11 (1) (d) of the Act)
Příloha č. 4
Annex No. 4 to Decree No. 257 / 2012 Coll.
Procedure for the recovery of controlled substances and fluorinated greenhouse gases from refrigeration equipment
These quality and control provisions apply to processing, in particular recycling of discarded refrigerating equipment containing controlled substances and fluorinated greenhouse gases. They shall adjust the collection conditions for recycling and regeneration for further use or disposal.
1. used terms for the purposes of this Annex.
1. The substance or fluorinated greenhouse gas that has been used in the manufacture of heat-insulating solid fuels for foaming is a controlled substance or fluorinated greenhouse gas.
2. Recycling of refrigerators means all measures on the recording, storage and modification of refrigerators containing controlled substances and fluorinated greenhouse gases, the aim of which is primarily to capture and transfer controlled substances and fluorinated greenhouse gases for disposal, as well as to obtain valuable secondary raw materials in an environmentally sound manner for further use.
3. Domestic refrigerating equipment means refrigerators of a typical design for domestic use and other similar uses up to a capacity of 270 litres; the equipment may be equipped with or without a separate freezer and freezer compartment (= type of device 1).
4. Combined refrigerator and household freezer means household refrigerating appliances and other similar use of household contents from 270 litres to 350 litres normally equipped with a separate freezer and compartment (= type of device 2).
5. The freezers and household box are freezers in the design design for the household and for other similar applications up to 500 litres of utility content (= type 3).
(6) All measures to ensure the collection of refrigerating equipment at the place of occurrence until the place of adaptation are taken shall be taken at the start and storage; This includes both measures for the temporary storage of refrigerators by the waste producer and measures in an adjustment undertaking.
7. The adjustment shall mean:
(a) opening of the cooling circuit and suction of controlled substances, fluorinated greenhouse gases and oils from the circulation of the cooling circuit (stage I);
(b) the release of foam thermal insulation materials containing controlled substances and fluorinated greenhouse gases, other materials, parts of equipment, or components and elements of refrigeration equipment, using appropriate technical devices to separate the controlled substances so as not to leak them into the air (stage II);
(c) the classification and classification of substances obtained under stage I and stage II as well as their preparation for further use and disposal.
2. Collection and recycling of refrigerating equipment
2.1.1 General requirements
Protection measures shall be taken to effectively prevent the theft or loss of refrigerating equipment collected or their unauthorised sale.
2.1.2. Specific requirements for collection and storage
2.1.2.1. Collection of refrigerating equipment
The removal of refrigerating equipment shall be carried out in a way that eliminates damage to equipment that would cause the release of substances that are hazardous to the environment or make it difficult or impossible to modify. In particular, damage to the cooling circuit should be avoided by appropriate measures. Appropriate devices for the capture of flowing liquids (oils) and sorbent materials for the disposal and binding of flowing liquids in sufficient quantities should still be provided.
2.1.2.2. Transport of refrigerating equipment
When transporting refrigerating equipment, measures must be taken to prevent leakage of liquids. Cooling equipment carried on means of transport shall be secured in such a way as to avoid damage to the equipment and the release of controlled substances and fluorinated greenhouse gases. The refrigerating device shall be protected from impacts, overturns or falls during loading and unloading. The cooling device shall be transported in the position prescribed by the manufacturer of the type of equipment for the transport of new products.
2.1.2.3 Storage of refrigerating equipment
Accepted refrigeration equipment shall be registered according to the quantities of each type, controlled substances and fluorinated greenhouse gases and the type of insulation. The device shall be checked for mechanical damage and the extent of damage recorded in writing. A list of serious damage shall be drawn up in accordance with the model in this Annex, in which form may be chosen. The storage of refrigerating equipment received should be carried out taking into account the water protection legislation, in particular the requirements for a bath. Storage shall be ensured in such a way as to avoid damage to refrigerating equipment that would make further treatment difficult or impossible, or would cause the release of environmental substances.
2.2 Modification of refrigeration equipment
2.2.1. General requirements
A description of the technological processes and their progress in the treatment of refrigerating equipment containing controlled substances and fluorinated greenhouse gases is necessary. In addition, it is necessary to establish the appropriate allocation of individual operating sections to the processes and their operation (operating schedules). Protection measures must be taken against the theft or loss of refrigerating equipment obtained by other means or by their unauthorised sale. The re-entry into circulation of complete recycling facilities containing controlled substances (in the cooling system and / or in foam insulation) is not permitted. All refrigerators taken over shall be subjected to treatment.
2.2.2. Specific requirements for the treatment of refrigerating equipment containing controlled substances and fluorinated greenhouse gases
The adjustment shall include the following basic activities:
(a) the extraction of controlled substances and fluorinated greenhouse gases and oils from the cooling circuit (stage I);
(b) the release of thermal insulation foam materials containing controlled substances and other materials, parts of equipment, components and elements of refrigeration equipment, using appropriate technical equipment to separate the controlled substances without leakage into the environment, components containing dangerous substances and the use of valuable materials (stage II);
(c) the classification and classification of substances and materials obtained under stage I and stage II, including their preparation for further use or disposal.
The treatment of refrigerating equipment containing controlled substances and fluorinated greenhouse gases shall be carried out in accordance with other legislationm3).
The following requirements must be met individually:
Adjustment - Grade I
1. To drain controlled substances and fluorinated greenhouse gases and oils from the cooling circuit, use appropriate handling equipment to allow movement of refrigerating equipment to the optimum operating position for suction.
2. Suction controlled substances and fluorinated greenhouse gases together with the oil of the cooling circuit with minimal leakage of controlled substances and fluorinated greenhouse gases into the air.
3. When collecting technical liquid (controlled substances and fluorinated greenhouse gases and oils), a special tool to open the cooling circuit and drain the contents in a vacuum mode automatically controlled by a multiple safety system (pressure and safety-pressure controllers, valves, switching off devices depending on time and weight).
4. The amount of controlled substances and fluorinated greenhouse gases and cooling oil to be sampled and recorded daily in writing.
5. The residual content of controlled substances and fluorinated greenhouse gases in coolant oil shall be less than 0,1% by weight as determined by the method submitted together with the certificate application.
6. The relevant technique shall include appropriate measuring equipment to indicate the quantity of controlled substances and fluorinated greenhouse gases collected and the appropriate number of refrigerators. The procedure used shall include appropriate equipment to prevent handling of subsequent release of controlled substances and fluorinated greenhouse gases.
7. Capture controlled substances and fluorinated greenhouse gases in accordance with point 2.2.2, heading 3, classify and register according to point 2.2.2, number 4 and store them in containers in a manner suitable for further use or disposal.
8. The workspace is equipped with suitable vans to capture liquids and their unwanted leakage into the environment.
Adjustment - Grade II
1. Heat insulation foams containing controlled substances or fluorinated greenhouse gases of refrigeration equipment are separated from the housing by dilution, which is carried out in a vacuum environment in a closed technological device. Controlled substances released to capture by appropriate separation processes (e.g. freezing or adsorption).
2. In the treatment of heat insulation foam containing controlled substances or fluorinated greenhouse gases, destroy pores by grinding as well as degasify matrices of ground material (at increased temperature) derived from degasification of pores.
3. The quantity of controlled substances or fluorinated greenhouse gases obtained from thermal insulation foam shall be recorded daily.
4. The residual content of controlled substances or fluorinated greenhouse gases from thermal insulation foam in degasified foam material shall not exceed 0,2% by weight and shall be determined by a method submitted with the certificate application.
5. The water contained in the heat insulation foam is collected and treated as waste water.
6. Waste air from the device to clean with suitable gripping systems. As a limit to comply with an intermediate quantity of less than 5 g of controlled substances per hour. Compliance with the limit value shall be checked by an appropriate analytical method in continuous measurement submitted together with the certificate application.
2.2.3. When adjusting according to stage II on-site mobile technology, the operator of this technology shall inform the Czech environmental inspection within 14 days of the start of the operation. The notification shall include the address of the place of activity, the date of commencement and the date of termination.
2.2.4 Preparation for recovery and disposal
1. Disassembled or modified derived parts and materials to be separated into fractions suitable for use as secondary raw materials. In particular CFC-11 and CFC-12 chlorofluorocarbons are intended for disposal (only substances affecting the ozone layer are reported). The material treatment technology used shall ensure that individual materials are free from impurities or other materials.
2. Disassembled or modified equipment to store the components and materials obtained while complying with the relevant legislation.
3. Storage shall be ensured in a manner that does not disturb further use or disposal and prevents environmental damage.
4. Fluid-threatening water or components containing liquid-threatening water shall be stored in separate, unambiguously marked and constructively authorised containers in accordance with the relevant legislation.
5. Electrolytic capacitors stored in dry, separate and preferably separate rooms in plastic containers or steel barrels. These containers shall be kept tightly closed and stored above a sufficiently large detention tub.
6. Storage of mercury-containing components in sealed plastic containers safe against impact, which are always airtight closed throughout storage.
7. Absorption materials for flowing liquids and mercury absorption materials always have available and ready for use. Dispose of used absorption materials as hazardous waste.
3. Requirements for documentation, registration and operating rules
3.1 Documentation
3.1.1 Documentation of authorisations issued
All certificates, authorisations, approvals, approvals and official decisions on the basis of which the technology is operated shall be kept up to date and shall be freely accessible to the competent control authorities.
3.1.2. Operating rules
Prepare business operating rules which contain operational safety and order regulations and guidelines. The operating rules also apply to customers and visitors of the company and must therefore be posted in a clearly visible place at the place of activity, at least in its main parts. The Order also contains rules on behaviour in case of danger.
3.1.3. Operating manual
Develop an operations manual setting out the necessary measures for the proper recycling of refrigerating equipment containing controlled substances as well as for operational safety in normal operation, repairs and operational failures. This includes the tasks and areas of employee responsibility and a description of the recycling process for refrigerating equipment containing controlled substances.
3.1.4 Operating log
As evidence of the proper recycling of refrigerating equipment containing controlled substances and fluorinated greenhouse gases, keep an operating log in electronic form. The diary contains
(a) documentation of all refrigerating equipment taken over to adjust by type of product and quantity; copies of delivery notes issued for the supplier of the installation,
(b) documentation of the type and quantity of all refrigerating equipment removed, of the controlled substances recovered and of the fluorinated greenhouse gases intended for re-use and disposal, together with the relevant documents under other legislation2),
(c) records of special events, in particular operational failures, including indication of possible causes and subsequent corrective actions;
(d) protocols for functional checks and maintenance operations; a functional control protocol means a record of an inspection of an installation on which the refrigeration equipment is being recycled containing a controlled substance or a fluorinated greenhouse gas.
3.1.5. Other documentation
All persons to whom controlled substances, materials, parts of equipment, or components and components for further use or disposal are transmitted shall indicate in the documentation that such persons possess the necessary authorisations, approvals, certificates, etc. Further document which modification, use or disposal procedures are used and which other methods are selected for the emerging output material.
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Regulation Information
| Citation | Decree No. 257 / 2012 Coll., on the prevention of emissions of ozone depleting substances and fluorinated greenhouse gases |
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| Regulation Type | Order |
| Author | - |
| Collection | Code of Laws |
| Date of Promulgation | 23.07.2012 |
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| Effective from | 01.09.2012 |
| Effective until | - |
| Status | Valid |
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