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The following regulations have been updated:
- Environment Protection (Fees and Levy) Regulations 1994
- Environment Protection (General) Regulations 1994
- Environment Protection (Exempt Classes of Persons and Activities) Regulations 2001
- Environment Protection (Site Contamination) Regulations 2008
- Environment Protection (Beverage Container) Regulations 2008
In all cases where any of the above appears in any publication, these have been replaced by the Environment Protection Regulations 2009 from 1 September 2009.
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Audible bird scaring devices environmental noise guidelines
Document: Noise - Guideline (published 01.10.07)
This document provides a development assessment and compliance tool to assist developers, planning and enforcement authorities, and the broader community in the assessment of environmental noise impacts from audible bird scaring devices when used in an appropriate rural zone intended for agricultural activity.
EPA Guidelines for the Lower Murray Reclaimed Irrigation Areas
Document: Water - Guideline (published 01.07.09)
The guidelines have been prepared for use by irrigators in the Lower Murray Reclaimed Irrigated Area (LMRIA).
Guidelines for the use of the Environment Protection (Noise) Policy 2007
Document: Noise - Guideline (published 01.06.09)
These guidelines provide a clause-by-clause explanation, and include examples to assist in understanding and using the Policy. The guidelines are referred to in clauses 3(1), 4(1) ‘characteristics’ and 14(1)(b)(ii) of the Policy.
guidelines_noise_epp.pdf (560.8 kb)
Draft South Australian biosolids guidelines (2009)
Document: Waste - Guideline (published 01.05.09)
The guidelines are for the safe handling and use of biosolids.
guidelines_biosolids.pdf (609.4 kb)
Guidelines for separation distances
Document: Industry - Guideline (published 01.12.07)
The Guidelines for separation distances are for the use of the Environment Protection Authority (the EPA), planning authorities, developers, planning consultants and the community as a tool in the development application processes for new or expanding developments.
Environmental regulation using a risk-based approach: A guideline for EPA staff
Document: Licensing - Guideline (published 01.10.07)
This document guides South Australian Environment Protection Authority staff when making decisions about regulating the activities of people who are licensed under the Environment Protection Act 1993. It also helps the community and business understand how the EPA makes these decisions.
Environmental guidelines for completion of PIRSA aquaculture licence applications (land-based)
Document: Water - Guideline (published 01.05.07)
684/07: This guideline explains to applicants the information required by the EPA to make an environmental assessment of their land-based aquaculture licence or licence amendment application which is processed by the Department of Primary Industries and Resources SA (PIRSA).
Environmental guidelines for completion of PIRSA aquaculture licence applications (marine)
Document: Water - Guideline (published 01.05.07)
685/07: This guideline explains to applicants what information is required by the EPA to make environmental assessments of their marine aquaculture licence or licence amendment application which is processed by the Department of Primary Industries and Resources SA (PIRSA).
Guidelines for establishment and operation of cattle feedlots in South Australia
Document: Waste - Guideline (published 01.02.06)
The guidelines are intended to assist orderly development and economic operation of feedlots while minimising their environmental impact.
EPA Guidelines for Responsible Pesticide Use
Document: Water - Guideline (published 01.12.05)
This guideline brings together in one document the requirements that regulate the responsible use of pesticides.
guide_pesticides.pdf (641.6 kb)
Guidelines for resource recovery and waste transfer depots
Document: Waste - Guideline (published 01.11.01)
These guidelines have been formulated to assist those establishing depots in South Australia for resource recovery (resource recovery depots) and/or for the treatment of waste (waste transfer depots) before its transfer for disposal.
Guidelines for establishment of intensive piggeries in SA
Document: Industry - Guideline (published 01.03.98)
These guidelines have been published by The Department for Primary Industries and Resources, The Environment Protection Authority, South Australian Farmers’ Federation and the Murraylands Regional Development Board to assist in the uniform development of an economically and environmentally sustainable intensive pig industry in South Australia.
South Australian biosolids guidelines (1997)
Document: Waste - Guideline (published 01.07.97)
These guidelines have been published to ensure that beneficial reuse of biosolids from municipal wastewater
can be safely and sustainably practised in South Australia.
Guidelines for wastewater lagoons
Document: Corporate - Public consultation (published 19.03.10)
EPA 509/10: This guideline replaces EPA Guideline 509/04, Wastewater and evaporation lagoon construction. It advises those proposing to construct wastewater lagoons or similar infrastructure on construction techniques that should assist in meeting obligations under the Environment Protection Act 1993 and the Environment Protection (Water Quality) Policy 2003.
wastewater_lagoons.pdf (322.4 kb)
Critter Catalogue - A guide to the aquatic invertebrates of South Australian inland waters.
Document: Water - Report (published 01.06.04)
The Critter Catalogue is an information guide to the aquatic invertebrates of South Australia’s inland waters. This guide is aimed at Waterwatch staff and participants, teachers, secondary students and community groups.
Environmental Assessment Guides for Planners: Aquaculture
Document: Industry - Guideline (published 01.11.07)
Marine aquaculture is a diverse industry with a number of different culture systems, depending on the location of the operation (subtidal or intertidal) and the species being grown.
Managing vessel wastewater for black and/or grey water
Document: Water - Guideline (published 02.11.09)
EPA 709/10: This guideline identifies options and management techniques for wastewater containment and/or treatment on vessels travelling in South Australian waters.
Regulatory monitoring and testing: Water and wastewater sampling
Document: Water - Guideline (published 01.06.07)
The purpose of this guideline is to set minimum standards and to provide practical guidance on water and wastewater sampling for regulatory purposes in South Australia.
Managing aquaculture stock mortalities
Document: Waste - Guideline (published 01.05.07)
661/07: This guideline has been prepared to assist fish farmers with selecting suitable methods to dispose of aquaculture mortalities. Methods described in this document should assist farmers in complying with the Environment Protection Act 1993 and associated Environment Protection Policies.
guide_mortalities.pdf (142.8 kb)
Waste transport certificate
Document: Waste - Guideline (published 01.05.07)
EPA 415/10: This guideline provides information to help waste producers, transporters and depot owners to comply with environmental legislation when listed wastes are transported within South Australia.
guide_wastetransport.pdf (268.2 kb)
Environmental management of landfill facilities (municipal solid waste and commercial and industrial general waste)
Document: Waste - Guideline (published 01.01.07)
This guideline is intended to provide guidance to landfill operators, developers, planning authorities and regulatory bodies on the site selection, development, design, construction, operation, closure and post-closure management of municipal solid waste, and commercial and industrial (C&I) general waste landfill facilities so that they can comply with the EP Act.
Pressure water-blasting activities
Document: Waste - Guideline (published 01.09.03)
EPA 079/03: This guideline replaces EPA Technical Bulletin No. 16, ‘Pressure water-blasting activities’ (July 2000), and provides information on strategies and techniques to enable operators of pressure water-blasting equipment to comply with the general environmental duty by preventing pollutants generated by their activities from entering the environment.
EPA Annual Report 2004-2005
Document: Corporate - Report (published 20.03.12)
This report provides an overview of the work of the Environment Protection Authority (EPA) as the body responsible for administering the Environment Protection Act 1993 (EP Act) for the period 1 July 2004 to 30 June 2005.
General environmental noise
Document: Noise - Information sheet (published 04.10.11)
EPA 424/11: This information sheet explains the types of noise covered by legislation and lists the maximum noise levels permissible in specific circumstances.
info_noise_general.pdf (51.8 kb)
Background report for the Adelaide Coastal Water Quality Improvement Plan - Report 5
Document: Water - Report (published 20.09.11)
Report 5 Adelaide Coastal Water Quality Improvement Plan Monitoring and Assessment Framework
Background report for the Adelaide Coastal Water Quality Improvement Plan - Report 3
Document: Water - Report (published 20.09.11)
Report 3 Sample of programs and activities relevant to water quality improvement for Adelaide’s coastal waters
Background report for the Adelaide Coastal Water Quality Improvement Plan - Report 1
Document: Water - Report (published 20.09.11)
Report 1 Community consultation executive summaries
Adelaide Coastal Water Quality Improvement Plan (ACWQIP)
Document: Water - Public consultation (published 20.09.11)
Draft for public comment
Adelaide desalination project plankton characterisation study, August 2010
Document: Water - Report (published 27.07.11)
This study aims to identify plankton species and assess abundance, composition and temporal variability.
Vessel & facility management: Pressure water blasting
Document: Water - Information sheet (published 09.12.10)
In the process of removing paint and aquatic fouling from vessels, heavy metals such as copper, zinc and tin may be released.
