4. Which regulation takes precedence in the Installations classées v/ Transports duel?

4.1 Confusion between plant legislation and risk regulations

If you operate a classified facility, it's because your activity presents risks for the environment and human health. Consequently, the legislation governing classified facilities, in line with the constitutional principle of prevention, prevents accidental and chronic risks associated with your activities. Consequently, legislation governing classified facilities and legislation governing risks are one and the same. Insurers make no mistake about this, as they make accidental risk insurance conditional on the activities' compliance with classified facility legislation.

In the hazard study, the operator identifies the hazards arising from the products stored, used or manufactured, determines the...