ICT Policy- September 2009

11. ICT AND THE ENVIRONMENT

11.1 Policy Element - Disposal of ICT Waste

a. Policy Issue
The material components of ICT hardware vary in nature and may require specific treatment in disposal.

b. Policy Objective
To facilitate the framework for appropriate disposal of ICT waste.

c. Policy Statements

(i) Provision will be made for the Standards Organization to do type testing and/or verification of manufacturer standards of ICT equipment that will be widely deployed.
(ii) Encourage the recycling/re-use of ICT equipment to extend its life and extract maximum utility.
(iii) Encourage the development of a service sector to repair/rehabilitate/upgrade ICT equipment.
(iv) Provision will be made to mandate the relevant Authority to develop a comprehensive policy for the appropriate disposal of ICT waste and the use of fiscal and regulatory instruments to encourage compliance.

11.2 Policy Element - Levels of Emission

a. Policy Issue
ICT equipment and installations may emit radiation.

b. Policy Objective
To establish standards for emission levels consistent with international guidelines.

c. Policy Statements
(i) Provision will be made in the legislation requiring importers/suppliers of ICT equipment to obtain quality verification and certification by the Standards Organization, where required.
(ii) Provision will be made for suppliers of equipment to have facilities for measuring radiation levels.
(iii) Provision will be made to require suppliers to provide information to the public regarding radiation output and increased risk of damaged instruments.
(iv) Provision will be made for the relevant Authority to develop a policy for levels of emission in accordance with recognized international standards or best practices.
(v) Provision will be made for the relevant Authority to enforce compliance with the prescribed emission standards.