Linking inspections of classified facilities with other inspections

The operator of a classified facility is not subject to the procedural rules set out in the Water Act, even if his activity has an impact on the aquatic environment (notably water discharges and withdrawals).

The inspection of water abstraction, wastewater pre-treatment or treatment facilities, or of works or structures likely to affect the aquatic environment and associated with the operation of a classified facility, is carried out exclusively by the Classified Facilities Inspectorate.

However, files for declarations, registration applications or authorization applications relating to classified facilities and the corresponding technical specifications must take into account the interests protected...