What are the Organisational and legal requirements for Ionising Radiation Regulations 1999?

The IRR99 make legal requirements including prior authorisation of the use of particle accelerators and x-ray machines, the appointment of radiation protection supervisors (RPS) and advisers (RPA), control and restriction of exposure to ionising radiation (including dose limits), and a requirement for local rules.

What are the main regulations that cover practical work with radioactive materials in the UK?

The main legal requirements enforced by HSE are the Ionising Radiation Regulations 2017 (IRR17). Also relevant are the Radiation (Emergency Preparedness and Public Information) Regulations 2001 (REPPIR).

Which regulation is concerned with the use and control of ionising radiation in the workplace?

The Ionising Radiation Regulations (IRR17) are a body of regulations concerned with the protection against exposure to ionising radiation as a result of work activities. IRR17 is administered by the Health & Safety Executive (HSE) as part of the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974.

What legislation stipulates that an imaging department must have a QA Programme?

iii) Quality Assurance (QA) Diagnostic Radiography Regulation 32 (3)-(4) of IRR’99 requires that every Employer should ensure that suitable quality assurance (QA) programmes are in place for every part of the imaging system to ensure compliance with the intended purpose.

What are local rules?

The Local Rules summarise the key working instructions intended to restrict exposure in radiation areas. Names and contact details of responsible people, including the Radiation Protection Supervisor (RPS). The RPS is responsible for supervising working arrangements set out in the Local Rules.

Is it illegal to own radioactive materials?

By regulation, the general public is allowed to order these materials without possessing a radioactive materials license, so vendors will sell these compounds directly to any customer. However, educational institutions are not allowed to possess more than 3.3 pounds of uranium or thorium at any one time.

Who appoints an RPA?

With very few exceptions, organisations are required to formally appoint the RPA , for the purposes of ongoing consultation. The RPA can be either an employee of the organisation or an external consultant; many organisations opt for the latter. Public Health England (PHE) has been recognised by HSE as an “RPA Body” .

Which authority is responsible for enforcing IRR 2017?

The Ionising Radiations Regulations 2017 (IRR17): Safeguarding workers and the general public, and enforced by the Health and Safety Executive.