Several States have cooperated with UNEP to design a handbook for customs officers that assist in the regulation of ozone depleting substances. The book includes information on:
- Health and environmental effects of ozone depletion
- Customs officers’ role in regulating illegal traffic of ozone depleting substances
- Applicable laws and regulations that pertain to ozone depleting substances
- Background on the national regulations regarding ozone depleting substances
- Common smuggling schemes
- Identification tips, lists, pictures of ozone depleting substances and containers
- Screening checklist to use when monitoring imports and exports of chemicals
The Deskbook is available at http://www.unep.fr/ozonaction/
library/mmc/lib_detail.asp?r=3164