What is DAO 2000-18?

What is DAO 2000-18?

• A. Regulation on ozone-depleting substances (ODS)
• B. Regulation on water purity
• C. Regulation on pesticide residues
• D. Regulation on air emissions of CO2

Answer: (A)

DAO 2000-18 is a Department Administrative Order that regulates ozone-depleting substances (ODS). It puts in place controls on how these substances can be imported, manufactured, used, sold, and disposed of, in line with international commitments like the Montreal Protocol. The regulation covers substances known to harm the ozone layer (such as CFCs and related compounds) and includes licensing, reporting, and penalties for noncompliance. The other topics—water purity, pesticide residues, and carbon dioxide emissions—are governed by different regulations, so this particular DAO specifically targets ozone-depleting substances.

DAO 2000-18 is a Department Administrative Order that regulates ozone-depleting substances (ODS). It puts in place controls on how these substances can be imported, manufactured, used, sold, and disposed of, in line with international commitments like the Montreal Protocol. The regulation covers substances known to harm the ozone layer (such as CFCs and related compounds) and includes licensing, reporting, and penalties for noncompliance. The other topics—water purity, pesticide residues, and carbon dioxide emissions—are governed by different regulations, so this particular DAO specifically targets ozone-depleting substances.