SCHEDULE 8Public information in relation to information and alert thresholds for nitrogen dioxide, sulphur dioxide and ozone
1
In cases where either the information threshold or the alert threshold for nitrogen dioxide, sulphur dioxide or ozone are exceeded the details set out in paragraphs 3 to 6 must, as a minimum, be made available to the public.
2
In cases where either the information or alert thresholds are predicted to be exceeded, the information set out in paragraphs 3 to 6 must be provided where practicable.
3
Information on any incident where information or alert thresholds are exceeded—
a
the location or area where thresholds are exceeded;
b
the type of threshold exceeded (information or alert threshold);
c
the time at which the threshold was exceeded and the duration of the incident; and
d
the highest 1-hour and (in the case of ozone) 8-hour mean concentration.
4
Forecast for the following afternoon, day and days—
a
the geographical area in which it is expected that an information or alert threshold will be exceeded; and
b
the expected changes in pollution (that is, improvement, stabilisation or deterioration), together with the reasons for those changes.
5
Information on the type of population concerned, possible health effects and recommended conduct in particular—
a
information on the population groups at risk;
b
description of likely symptoms;
c
recommended precautions to be taken by the population concerned; and
d
where to find further information.
6
Information provided under this Schedule must also include—
a
information on preventive action to reduce pollution or exposure to it;
b
an indication of main source sectors; and
c
recommendations for action to reduce emissions.