major accident

Defined in Article 3, Seveso III

Definitions over time (1)

1. 13/08/2012 – today applies on 12/11/2026 Article 3, Seveso III Scope: Whole act

   For the purposes of this Directive the following definitions shall apply:

   ‘major accident’ means an occurrence such as a major emission, fire, or explosion resulting from uncontrolled developments in the course of the operation of any establishment covered by this Directive, and leading to serious danger to human health or the environment, immediate or delayed, inside or outside the establishment, and involving one or more dangerous substances;

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Seveso III (80 in 37)

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