Apply for equivalence of a qualification in accordance with the Hazardous Substances Ordinance
If you wish to have your previously acquired qualification in the field of hazardous substances recognised as equivalent to a certificate of competence, you must provide proof of equivalence to the competent authority.
Have you obtained a qualification in the field of hazardous substances that is comparable to a qualification in accordance with the Hazardous Substances Ordinance, for example through vocational training or further training? Then you can have this comparable qualification recognised as equivalent by the competent authority. You also have this option if you have acquired a corresponding qualification abroad. You must submit proof of recognition so that the competent authority can check whether your qualification can be recognised as equivalent.
Responsible department
The regional council responsible for the applicant's place of residence.
Details
Prerequisite
To recognise the equivalence of a qualification in accordance with the Hazardous Substances Ordinance, the following requirements must be met:
- qualified training or further training that is comparable to the required expertise for the planned activities and uses
- Proof of foreign qualifications in German
Procedure
After you have applied for the equivalence of a qualification in accordance with the Hazardous Substances Ordinance, the competent authority will review your application and, if necessary, request additional documents. The equivalence is confirmed by a certificate.
Deadlines
none
Required documents
The following information and documents are required to determine the equivalence of a qualification in accordance with the Hazardous Substances Ordinance:
- Details of the applicant
- proof of qualification to be recognised
Costs
100 to 500 €
Miscellaneous
none
Legal basis
Verordnung zum Schutz vor Gefahrstoffen (Gefahrstoffverordnung – GefStoffV)
- § 2 Absatz 17 Satz 3 Begriffsbestimmungen
- § 19a Anerkennung ausländischer Qualifikationen
Release note
machine generated, based on the German release by: Umweltministerium Baden-Württemberg, 27.06.2024