Clean Air Act Pt. 1: Republic Act 8749

Question 1

• An Act providing for a comprehensive air pollution control policy and for other purposes.
• Contains 7 chapters and 56 sections

Answer 1

“Philippine
Clean Air of 1999”.

Question 2

Legislative process of the Philippine Clean Air Act of 1999. (Approved)

_______ - Manuel B. Villar, Congress

_______- Marcelo B. Fernan, Senate

________- President Joseph Ejercito Estrada

Answer 2

May 10, 1999
May 13, 1999
June 23, 1999

Question 3

• The law adheres to the _______ of the people to “a balanced and healthful ecology in accord with the rhythm and harmony of nature”
• To _________ that meets the National Air Quality Guidelines for Criteria Pollutants, throughout the Philippines, while minimizing the possible associated impacts on the economy

Answer 3

• Constitutional right
• achieve and maintain clean air

Question 4

the state shall protect and
advance the right of the people to a balanced and healthful ecology in accord with the rhythm and
harmony of nature recognizing the primary responsibility of local government units to deal
with environmental problems

Answer 4

Principles

Question 5

Recognizes the principle that “_______”
Recognizes that a clean and healthy environment is for the good of all and should therefore be
concern of all

Answer 5

“polluters must
pay”

Question 6

the state shall pursue a policy of
balancing development and environment protection. To achieve this end, the framework for sustainable development shall be pursued.

Answer 6

DECLARATION OF POLICIES

Question 7

DECLARARTION OF POLICIES - It shall be the policy of the State to:

• _______ a holistic national program of air pollution management that shall be implemented by the government through proper
  delegation and effective coordination of functions of activities.
• _________cooperation and self-regulation among citizens and
  industries through the application of the market-based instruments.
• _______ public information and education to encourage the
  participation of an informed and active public in air quality planning
  and monitoring

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• Formulate
• Encourage
• Promote

Question 8

The right to breath clean air

The right to participate in the formulation, planning,

Implementation and monitoring of environmental policies and programs and in the decision-making process

The right to be informed of the nature and extent of the potential hazard of any activity, undertaking or projects or activities that may have adverse impact on the environment and public health

Answer 8

RECOGNITION OF RIGHTS

Question 9

Identify the extent of pollution in the country per type of pollutant

Analysis and data evaluation, projections of air pollution

Identification of critical areas that needs closer monitoring

establishment and operation of appropriate devices, methods, systems and procedures , (best available
technology)

local government codes/ordinances, inter-agency collaborations and programs,

designation of Airshed programs (Attainment and Non- attainment Areas)

Answer 9

Creation of air quality framework/network/ control
action plan(Annual National Air Quality Status Report)

Question 10

CLEAN AIR PROGRAMS (3)

Answer 10

(1) Motor Vehicle Emission Management
Program
(2) Industrial Emission Management Program, Industrial enforcement program from stationary
sources; compliances, permits, emissions tests,
CEMS/COMS, provision of penalties
(3) Roadside ambient and general ambient air monitoring.

Question 11

Refers to the Earth’s Atmosphere. _____ is a mixture of many gases and dust
particles. It is the clear gas in which
living things live and breathe.

Sustain life and growth.

Answer 11

Air

Question 12

Refers to the contamination of the air, irrespective of indoors or outside.

It occurs when harmful or excessive quantities of substances including gases, particles, and biological molecules are introduced into Earth’s
atmosphere.

Answer 12

Pollution

Question 13

means any matter found in the
atmosphere other than oxygen, nitrogen, water vapor, carbon dioxide, and the inert gases in their natural or normal concentrations, that is detrimental to health or the environment.

Answer 13

Pollutants

Question 14

type of air pollutants

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1. primary pollutants
2. secondary pollutants

Question 15

Emitted directly from a source e.g. six (6) criteria pollutants (NOx, CO, VOCs, SOx, PM, Pb)

Answer 15

Primary Pollutants

Question 16

Not directly emitted from a source, but forms when other pollutants (primary) react in the atmosphere e.g. ground level O3, H2SO4/HNO3 (components of acid rain), SMOG, Acid Depo (nutrient enrichment compounds)

Answer 16

Secondary Pollutants

Question 17

Also called PM or soot consists of microscopically small solid particles or liquid droplets suspended in the air. The smaller particles, the deeper they can penetrate into the respiratory system and the more hazardous they are to breathe

Answer 17

Particulate matter

Question 18

odorless and colorless has produced by incomplete burning of carbon-based fuels, including gasoline, oil, and wood. It can also build up in high concentrations in enclosed areas such as garages and along roadsides during heavy traffic

Answer 18

carbon monoxide

Question 19

a gas that is a variety of oxygen. In the upper atmosphere is known as the ozone layer which shields the eath from the sun’s dangerous ultraviolet rays. However, at ground level it is considered a pollutant which highly tixic effects. Some of the major sources of ground-level ozone are vehicles and industries

Answer 19

Ozone (O3)

Question 20

a naturally occurring element found in small amounts in the earth’s crust. While it has some beneficial uses, it can be toxic to humans and animals causing of health effects. Lead can be found in all parts of our environment – the air, the soil, the water, and even inside our homes. Lead and lead compounds have been used in a wide variety of products found in and around our homes, including paint, ceramics, pipes and plumbing materials, solders, gasoline, batteries, ammunition, and cosmetics.

Answer 20

LEAD (Pb)

Question 21

one of a group of. highly reactive gasses known as “oxides of nitrogen,” or “nitrogen oxides (NOx). NO, forms quickly from emissions from cars, trucks and buses, power plants, and off-road equipment. In addition to contributing to the formation of ground- level ozone, and fine particle pollution

Answer 21

NITROGEN DIOXIDE

Question 22

It is invisible and has a nasty, sharp smell. It reacts easily with other air substances to form harmful compounds, wh such as sulfuric acid, sulfurous acid and tic sulfate particles. The main source of sulfur Th dioxide in the air is industrial activity that pr processes materials that contain sulfur, ex. su Generation of electricity from coal, oil or as gas that contains sulphur.

Answer 22

SULFUR DIOXIDE