Ausnahmen von Vorschriften der Gefahrstoffverordnung beantragen

Verordnung zum Schutz vor Gefahrstoffen (GefStoffV):

• § 19 Absatz 1 Behördliche Ausnahmen, Anordnungen und Befugnisse

If you wish to carry out work with hazardous substances that deviates from the provisions of the Hazardous Substances Ordinance, you must apply to the competent authority.

In order to obtain the exemption, you must be able to prove that the measure you have taken or the project corresponds to the protection objective of the Hazardous Substances Ordinance. For example, you can apply for an exemption for

• Deviation from storage regulations
• Permanent wearing of personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Exceptions to set deadlines

The following information is required to apply for the exemption:

• Reasons for requesting the exemption (description of the facts, justification, quantity of the hazardous substance to be used each year, description of the activity and process)
• Number of employees affected
• Planned measures to ensure the health and safety of the employees concerned
• Technical and organisational measures to reduce or prevent employee exposure
• if applicable, photos, certificates, risk assessments

The following conditions must be met for an exception to be authorised:

• The deviation from the law that you are requesting must be compatible with the protection of the persons employed.
• There is a disproportionate hardship.

EUR 200,00 to EUR 2.500

After you have applied for exemptions from the provisions of the Hazardous Substances Ordinance, the competent authority will review your application and request additional documents if necessary. You will receive a notice of authorisation.

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An exception may also be requested in connection with administrative procedures under other legislation.

Further information on how to lodge an objection can be found in the notification of your application.