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Swiss Agency for Therapeutic Products www.swissmedic.ch Languages: German, English, French, Italian 3.4.3 Medical devices The Medical Devices Ordinance is the means by which the European Medical Devices Directive on active implants, classical medical devices and in-vitro diagnostics is incorporated into Swiss law. This ordinance enables the free trade in medical devices of Swiss manufacturers within the European Union. Switzerland applies the same regulations on medical devices as the EU. A medical equipment supplier wishing to sell its product in Switzerland must be able to prove to the authorities that its product meets the fundamental requirements of the EU Directive as well as national requirements. Medical devices bearing CE marking from an EU test office are also deemed to comply with Swiss law, provided all the product information is provided in three languages (German, French, Italian) and the distributor is registered in Switzerland. A manufacturer in Switzerland may use CE marking for its medical devices and sell them on the Swiss market or export them to the EU. Swissmedic has taken over from the Federal Office for Public Health as the issuer of export certificates for medical devices for non-EU states. 3.5 Land use planning and environmental protection 3.5.1 Building and zoning Thanks to progressive legislation on land use planning and environmental protection, densely populated economic areas can exist in harmony with rural and agricultural land. Because of high population densities, building development and environmental awareness have always gone hand in hand. Service and industrial buildings are erected in special zones. Building and zoning regulations are governed by cantonal law, and a building permit must be obtained. The duration and scope of this process depend on the type of investment being planned. In the interests of occupational safety, industrial buildings, for example, require both planning consent and an operating license. The duration of the building permit process depends on the type and complexity of the project. For straightforward building projects, such as commercial/industrial projects with no particular level of difficulty or requirement for supplementary investigations or special approvals, it usually takes two-three months. This assumes that there are no grounds for appeal or protests. The process may vary from canton to canton. The cantonal economic development agencies provide information on commercial land development and available commercial buildings, as well as on the necessary administrative steps. Their job also involves initiating and, where necessary, coordinating this process. Medical Devices Ordinance www.admin.ch Languages: German, English, French, Italian Federal Office for Land Development (Bundesamt für Raumentwicklung) www.are.admin.ch Languages: German, French, Italian Environmental considerations of building and zoning www.bafu.admin.ch Search under: building and zoning Languages: German, English, French, Italian 34 Handbook for Investors 2010
3.5.2 Environment Swiss environmental legislation largely conforms to EU rules. Environmental law and the protective measures this gives rise to are based on the principle of cooperation. In cooperation with the business community, solutions are developed to meet both economic and environmental considerations. The measures instigated are seen as exemplary around the world. When erecting and operating industrial and commercial sites, there are a variety of federal and cantonal decrees to consider. The federal laws on controlling water pollution and protecting the environment, nature and cultural heritage are especially important. The Environmental Protection Act sets forth regulations on air and soil contamination, noise, vibrations, waste and environmentally harmful substances. Based on the principles of «precaution» and «polluter pays,» this act requires environmental damage to be kept to a minimum and the costs of preventing damage to be borne by the polluter. Emissions are limited by means of regulations on standards, building, equipment, traffic and operations, although the technology to be employed is not prescribed. Companies are granted a specific period of time to undertake remedial action, thereby allowing them to determine how and when they make the necessary investments. Federal Office for the Environment (FOEN) www.bafu.admin.ch Languages: German, English, French, Italian Overview of environmental law www.bafu.admin.ch Search under: Overview of environmental law Languages: German, French, Italian Environmental impact tests are conducted for projects involving the planning, erection or modification of installations that could have a serious impact on the environment. Although these tests are a tool for protecting the environment, they only apply to specific projects as part of the regular building and planning consent process. Projects that require an environmental impact test are listed in the relevant ordinances. Such projects include transport systems, power generating plants and high-polluting industrial plants. Handbook for Investors 2010 35
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