This Technical Specification gives guidance for dealing with the production and control of sludge in relation to inputs and treatment and gives a strategic evaluation of recovery, recycling and disposal options for sludge according to its properties and the availability of outlets.This Technical Specification is applicable for sludges from:-storm water handling;-night soil;-urban wastewater collecting systems;-urban wastewater treatment plants;-treating industrial wastewater similar to urban wastewater (as defined in Directive 91/271/EC [1]);-water supply treatment plants;but excluding hazardous sludges from industry.