Particular attention is given to potentially recyclable waste including greasetrap waste. Waste generators must provide information to local government on the nature and type of waste generated and the methods of disposal. Waste receivers including local government must report on the nature and volume of waste received and on how it was treated. Part 3 covers sanitary conveniences and nightsoil disposal. Part 4 includes notices and prosecution for offences.
Schedules give requirements for closets, pan cabinets and pans.
This has the purpose of achieving the object of the Environmental Protection Act 1994 in relation to Queensland waters. Part 3 details the basic concepts including defining qualities from pristine water to suitability for industrial use. It also covers indicators, guidelines, and procedures for sampling, measuring and analysing water samples. Part 4 sets management goals for waters. Part 5 details management of activities including decision making, releases to land, water and groundwaters, stormwater, artificial wetlands, biological controls, acid sulfate soils, facilities for ship waste, and monitoring.