Control of major-accident hazards involving dangerous substances. Seveso II

The European Parliament approved the Commission proposal subject to 77 amendments. These amendments seek mainly to: - guarantee suitable participation and training of workers; - ensure that local authorities are involved and can intervene in the decision-making process; - give the European Environment Agency a role; - define precise criteria for drafting accident reports so as to prevent any shortcomings or negligence in the matter. The Commission accepted amendments 1, 3 and 5 and parts of amendments 18, 100, 113 and 114.�