(9)The intentional release of fluorinated substances into the atmosphere, where such release is unlawful, is a serious infringement of this Regulation and should be explicitly prohibited. Operators and manufacturers of equipment should be obliged to prevent leakage of such substances to the extent possible, including through checking the most relevant equipment for leaks. Where the release of fluorinated substances is technically necessary, operators should take all technically and economically feasible measures to prevent the release of such substances into the atmosphere, including by recapturing the gases emitted.