The Solvent Regulations (S.I. 543 of 2002) were passed into Irish law in 2002. The purpose of the Regulations is to protect human health & the environment. The Regulations state that any dry cleaning operation using solvent in their processes is subject to an annual AIC inspection by Certification Europe. The AIC inspection process ensures that the operator is operating under certain conditions that minimise solvent emissions.

Certification Europe is responsible for conducting inspections in dry cleaning installations. The inspection involves checking a number of operating conditions to determine that they comply with the conditions of the Regulations.

 

You need to read the best practice guide for Dry Cleaners and comply with Part 1 of the mandatory requirements. Click here to download a copy of the Best Paractice Guide.

It's simple, contact our office and we will provide you with the following once you have registered:

• A simple to follow dry cleaner inspection folder which details all you need to do for your inspections,
• A list of all suppliers offering services such as waste management, waste water and still sample and analysis, 
• A listing on our compliant dry cleaners website.
  

There are some simple steps that you can take to promote compliance. 

Place your Certificate of Approval from the Local Authority in a prominent position for all to see. Explain to your customers what it means to your business and the Dry Cleaning industry.

Inform your customers about Dry Cleaning Regulations and the inspection process so that they know only to use a compliant operator.

When advertising always state that you are a compliant operator and reference your Certificate of Approval.

Use the Certification Europe compliance logo on all stationary, advertising and your website.

We have developed an instantly recognisable brand to demonstrate to your customers that you are compliant. The compliance logos can be used on your stationary, invoices, websites, shop front windows and company vehicles. Contact us for information on how you can get these logos.