Air Pollution Flashcards
What is the European Air Quality Directive?
Describes objectives to be achieved, legally binding, EC can take action against the UK government if not complied with
What is the National Air Quality Strategy?
Part 4 of the Environmental Act 1995, Provisions for regulations, UK quality standards and objectives for reducing pollutants
What does Local Air Quality Management require?
Requires all LA’s to review and assess air quality in their area, National Air Quality Objectives for 8 air pollutants
What should be designated if the standards are being exceeded?
Designated as an AQMA
What must the LA implement if exceeding standards?
Implement an action plan
What does LA stand for in this context?
LA - Local Authority
What are the duties of the LA regarding air quality?
Review & assess, update & screening assessment, detailed assessment
What is the purpose of Local Air Quality Objectives (LAQOs)?
To guide measures for improving air quality.
Are local authorities legally bound to meet LAQOs?
No.
What is the purpose of progress reports?
Outline results and sources.
How often are progress reports required?
Annually.
When can an AQMA be revoked?
After 3 consecutive years of results below guideline levels.
Where are the four AQMA’s in Glasgow?
City centre, Parkhead Cross, Byres Rd/Dumbarton Rd, Citywide.
What is a smoke control zone?
LA serving an order to declare a zone where causing smoke is an offence.
What is the penalty for causing dark smoke from a premises?
Up to 20000 quid fine.
What is the offence related to burning cables for metal wires recovery?
Burning cables without authorized process by SEPA.
What determines the darkness of smoke in the context of dark smoke offence?
Ringelmann chart.
What does the Ringelmann chart determine in the context of smoke nuisance?
Darkness of smoke.
Who regulates all operators under the PPC regime for releasing pollution?
SEPA.
What can SEPA issue to regulate pollution from operators?
Permit.
What are operators required to meet under a permit from SEPA?
Air quality objectives or EU air quality objectives.
what are the two types of Air pollution
Primary and secondary
What are examples of Primary Air pollution
Any type of pollutant emitted directly into the environment
What are examples of Secondary Air pollution
Secondary pollutants must form in the atmosphere
Form in the atmosphere as a result of the primary pollutants mixing with what else is already in our atmosphere. For example, the cloudy haze known as smog
