Zambia - Obtain Hazardous Waste License
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ProcedureEdit
Apply In-Person
- To apply for a hazardous waste license in Zambia, the applicant will have to contact the Environmental management agency of Zambia, for the main office visit link.
- Make sure that you have all the documents that are listed under the “Required Documents” section of this page.
- Fill the application form provided to you in the office after understanding the guidelines properly, download the form from the following form link.
- Submit the application with necessary attachments to the office.
- ZEMA receives and analyses the application package.
- Authorities from ZEMA visit the facility and inspect for standards and other requirements that are being followed.
- After inspection if the authorities are satisfied with the standards that are followed a quotation or invoice for license will be provided to the applicant.
- Pay the fee as per given in the “Fees” section of this page.
- The applicant gets the license in around 30 days.
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Required DocumentsEdit
- Application letter to Zambia Environment Management Authority.
- Decision Letter.
- Qualifications proof of the person responsible for hazardous waste licence, compliance with the Act and the conditions of the licence.
- Emergency preparedness and Response plan.
- Policy, procedures and plans for technical capacity facilities and governance structures.
- Proof of qualifications of hazardous waste management compliance office.
- Proof of consultations with residents in the area surrounding the proposed licence area.
Office Locations & ContactsEdit
Environmental Management Agency:
Zambia Environmental Management Agency (ZEMA)
Corner Church and Suez Roads
Plot No. 6975
Lusaka -10101
Contact number: +260-211-254023/254059
Email: [email protected]
Zambia
Contact link.
EligibilityEdit
- The license will be provided if at least one of the following is satisfied:
- Suspension is necessary to prevent or mitigate an imminent risk of significant adverse effects to the environment or to human health occurring.
- Require the applicant to take specific measures to prevent or abate any adverse effect.
FeesEdit
- Application fee: Pay as per the authorities request.
ValidityEdit
- This licence is valid for the period stated in the license.
Documents to UseEdit
- Application form.
Sample DocumentsEdit
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Processing TimeEdit
- The processing time is around 30 days.
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InstructionsEdit
- The license will be cancelled if provider is caught guilty of one of the following:
- Giving false information.
- Transferring license without approval.
- Failing to comply with an enforcement notice.
- Failing to comply with provisions of the WSS Act or license conditions.
- Failing to provide WSS service according to SLG.
Required InformationEdit
- Name(s) of applicant(s)
- Type of waste
- Certificate of incorporation No. (if applicable)
- Type of facility(if applicable)
- Notification address
- Mode of waste management
- Quantity to be managed
- Area to be licensed
- Hazardous substances detail
- Other relevant info supporting the application
Need for the DocumentEdit
- The license is proof that a facility is managing hazardous wastes produced by their facilities.
Information which might helpEdit
- The Environmental management act of Zambia link.
- Environmental Protection and Pollution Control Act of Zambia link.
Other uses of the Document/CertificateEdit
Please explain what are other uses of obtaining this document/certificate. e.g. Birth Certificate can be used as proof of identity.
External LinksEdit
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OthersEdit
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