Law No. 01-19 relating to the management, control and elimination of waste

Algeria
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This legislation aims to reduce waste generation and to improve developmental sustainability by providing methods for the management and treatment of waste. It categorizes medical waste as hazardous wastes and provides guidance on its treatment and disposal.

Applicable countryAlgeria
Topic
Subtopic
Medical waste disposal
Original publication12 Dec 2001
Entered into force12 Dec 2001
Latest update12 Dec 2001
Available languages
French Loi n° 01-19 relative à la gestion, au contrôle et à l’élimination des déchets
Georgetown University Center for Global Health Science and Security
International Disease and Events Analysis