§ 99-3. Definitions.

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The following definitions shall apply in the interpretation and implementation of this chapter:

DISCHARGE

The disposal, deposit, injection, dumping, spilling, leaking, incineration or placing of any hazardous material into or on any land or water so that such hazardous material, or any constituent thereof, may enter the environment, be emitted into the air or be discharged into any waters, including groundwaters.

HAZARDOUS MATERIAL

A product, waste or combination of substances which, because of quantity, concentration or physical, chemical or infectious characteristics, poses, in the judgment of the Board of Health, a substantial present or potential hazard to human health, safety or welfare or to the environment when improperly treated, stored, transported, used, disposed of or otherwise managed. Any substance deemed a hazardous waste pursuant to Chapter 21C of the Massachusetts General Laws, shall also be deemed a hazardous material for the purpose of this chapter.

                    
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