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Regulation and Guidance Documents

The RPII has produced a number of regulation and guidance documents which can help you understand the legislation which regulates the use of radiation. Here we have provided links to and a short explanation of these documents.

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Guidance Note on Import and Export of Sealed Sources
This guidance note sets out the regulatory requirements for shipping sealed radioactive sources into (Import), or out of (Export), the European Union
December 2011 PDF
Disposal companies for radioactive sources and X-ray equipment
This document provides a list of companies known to the RPII, who can assist licensees to dispose of radioactive sources and X-ray equipment
October 2011 PDF
RPII Inspection and Licensing Activities and Annual Inspection Programme for 2011
This report provides a detailed overview of the licensing and inspection activities of the RPII's Regulation and Information Management Division. It explains how the annual inspection priorities and programme are developed and includes a review of the 2010 inspection programme and details of the programme for 2011.
September 2011 PDF
The Use of Lead Aprons in Dental Radiology - Joint position statement by the RPII and HSE
The RPII and the Health Service Executive (HSE) have jointly issued a position statement setting out the requirements for the use of lead aprons in dental radiology by staff, patients and individuals assisting patients.
June 2011 PDF
Personal Dosimetry in Dental Radiology - Position statement by the RPII
This position statement sets out the RPII's licensing requirements for the wearing of personal dosimeters in dental radiology.
June 2011 PDF

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