Authority of the Secretary.
Section 88
SEC. 88. Authority of the Secretary.—The Secretary is authorized to promulgate rules and regulations for the control and prevention of the following types of pollution: Pollution of pesticides and heavy metals; Pollution of food caused by chemicals, biological agents, radioactive materials, and excessive or improper use of food additives; Non-ionizing radiation caused by electronic products such as laser beams or microwaves; Noise pollution caused by industry, land and air transport and building construction; Biological pollutants including the causative agents of intestinal infections; Pollution of agricultural products through the use of chemical fertilizers and plant pesticides containing toxic chemical substances and unsanitary agricultural practices; and Any other type of pollution which is not covered by the provisions of Republic Act 3931, the Rules and Regulations of the National Water and Air Pollution Control Commission, the provisions of Presidential Decree No. 480 and the rules and regulations of the Radiation Health Office of the Department of Health which is likely to affect community health adversely.