An analysis of each disposal option must be considered in the light of a comparative assessment of the following concerns: human health risks, environmental costs, hazards, (including accidents), economics and exclusion of future uses. If this assessment reveals that adequate information is not available to determine the likely effects of the
proposed disposal option then this option may not be considered further. In addition, if the interpretation of the comparative assessment shows the dumping at sea option to be less preferable, a permit for dumping will not be
given.
