E: This question is mainly applicable for installation operators. Branch associations and TWG can skip. Handle according to regulation means:\\ a) with regard to REACH: you handle according to authorisation obligations, handle according to restriction, applied for authorisation,substitute substance;\\ b) with regard to the WFD: you take measures to avoid releases or to reduce the emissions, discharges and losses of the priority substances and to phase out those of the most harmful (the priority hazardous substances);\\ c) according to national legislation: in this context, you follow the legal requirements of your country; [[ia2|Back to Scheme]]