New Caledonia’s Regulatory Compliance Requirements Highlighted in Latest EHS Audit Protocol Release
The newly released environmental, health and safety (EHS) audit protocol for New Caledonia by STP ComplianceEHS covers the country’s relevant national EHS requirements as of November 2021.
Comprehensive EHS Audit Protocol
The comprehensive EHS audit protocol is organized into twenty topics, covering key aspects such as:
- General environmental issues
- Equipment and electrical safety
- Air emissions
- Water and wastewater management
- And more
This detailed protocol provides an overview of New Caledonia’s regulatory framework, highlighting the country’s unique governance structure and laws.
New Caledonia’s Governance Structure
According to the Nouméa Agreement of May 1998, New Caledonia is a territorial collectivity of the French State with powers to establish laws in areas such as:
- Labor law
- Insurance law
- Taxation
- Foreign investments
- Natural resources
The country is represented by the High Commissioner, who checks the legality of acts taken or passed by local authorities. The legislative body of New Caledonia is Congress, composed of members from the provincial assemblies called “Councilors of New Caledonia”. Congress passes local laws in relation to matters for which it has delegated authority.
New Caledonia Labor Code
The country’s labor code was amended in 2021, with Book II, Title VI establishing requirements for health and safety in the workplace. The labor code is supported by occupational health and safety texts, including:
- Deliberations of Congress
- Standing committee deliberations
- Orders
North and South Provinces Environmental Codes
Each province has adopted an environmental code, with:
- Decision No. 2008-306 / APN relating to the Environmental Code of the North Province
- Decision No. 25-2009 / APS relating to the Environmental Code of the Southern Province
These codes bring together all legal texts relating to environmental law for each province.
EHS Audit Protocol Benefits
The EHS audit protocol provides a valuable tool for organizations operating in New Caledonia, helping them assess compliance with environmental, health, and safety legislation. For more information or to purchase any STP product, visit www.stpub.com, email info@stpub.com, or call 1.800.251.0381.