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The RPII tries to ensure that all licensees are kept fully informed about new developments in the field of radiation protection. We provide reports, including incident updates, to keep you in touch with all the latest information that you need to know.
A full list of current updates can be accessed by clicking on the links below:
Radiation Protection Adviser (RPA) Approval Scheme
A general procedure and an approval scheme for persons who wish to act as an RPA to an undertaking involved in the use of ionising radiation for industrial, educational purposes and work activities is now in place. The RPA approval scheme is broadly similar to that already in place for the Medical Sector and is based on a formal certification of core competence by the RPII. An application form, Guidance notes for applicants and Guidance notes for creating a portfolio of evidence for those seeking RPA approval for industrial and educational practices and work activities in Ireland are available from the RPII Regulatory Services.
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ICRP Presentation
Christopher H. Clement, Scientific Secretary, International Commission on Radiological Protection (ICRP), visited Dublin on 18 August where he gave a presentation on The International Framework for Radiation Safety. Christopher focused on the history, science and philosophy of radiation protection and presented an update on ICRP activities.
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ISO 17020
In December 2008 the RPII was awarded accreditation to ISO 17020: (General Criteria for the Operation of Various Types of Bodies Performing Inspection) by the Irish National Accreditation Board (INAB). All RPII inspections are now carried out in accordance with the requirement of this international standard. The awarding of this standard provides for consistency and transparency throughout the RPII’s inspections programmes and demonstrates its commitment to an on-going programme of continual improvement.
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