Non-Ionizing Radiation Law, 2006.

This Law includes requirements related to the installation and operation of energy-emitting sources, as well as requirements for monitoring Non-Ionizing Radiation (NIR) sources and publicizing the results. It aims to protect the public and the environment from the harmful impacts of exposure to non-ionizing radiation, including radiation from cellular base stations (antennas) and electricity network installations. It regulates the establishment and operation of non-ionizing radiation sources and the provision of radiation measurement services, inter alia, by determining prohibitions and obligations in accordance with the precautionary principle. The Law gives the Ministry of Environment Protection the mandate to set maximum permitted exposure levels. Finally, the Law provides for the promulgation of Regulations by the environmental protection minister, at times in consultation with other ministers, on such matters as: criteria and procedures for granting permits; maximum permissible human exposure levels to non-ionizing radiation; cautionary and safety measures to prevent exposure risks to the public and the environment; radiation measurements during the operation of radiation sources; and safety distances from cellular base stations, including distances from sensitive sites, such as schools, hospitals, senior citizens homes and other institutions.