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Radiation Protection Act, 2007 (Act No. 27 of 2007).

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Type of law
Legislation
Date of original text
Date of latest amendment
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Abstract
This Act regulates the import, export, etc. of radioactive materials and irradiating apparatus.
The Act prohibits the import, export, sale, etc. of radioactive materials and irradiating apparatus unless a licence has been obtained by the Director-General. Duties of the licensee are specified in the Act.
The Act further provides for the disposal, accumulation and transportation of radioactive waste.
Other provisions include the keeping and maintenance of records, inspections, and enforcement measures.
Long title of text
An Act to control and regulate the import, export, manufacture, sale, disposal, transport, storage, possession and use of radioactive materials and irradiating apparatus, to make provision in relation to the non-proliferation of nuclear weapons and to establish a system for the imposition and maintenance of nuclear safeguards, and to provide for matters connected therewith.
Entry into force notes
This Act enters into force on 1 July 2007.
Repealed
No
Source language

English

Legislation Amendment
No