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March 11, 1999
UK Legislation For Major Accidents


Control of Major Accident Hazards Regulations in the UK was laid before Parliament. These regulations were enacted to explain major accident prevention plans and policies. For example, as a general duty, "Every operator shall take all measures necessary to prevent major accidents and limit their consequences to persons and the environment. (Statutory Instruments 1999 No. 743 The Control of Major Accident Hazards Regulations 1999, Part 2, General duty)."

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