{"id":"qld:sl-2021-0125","name":"Radiation Safety Regulation 2021","slug":"radiation-safety-regulation-2021","collection":"regulation","jurisdiction":"qld","status":"in_force","isInForce":true,"actNumber":"125 of 2021","makingDate":null,"administeringDepartment":null,"currentVersion":{"id":173922,"registerId":"qld-sl-2021-0125-current","compilationNumber":null,"startDate":"2026-04-05","status":"InForce","reasons":null,"registeredAt":null},"sections":[{"sectionNumber":"pt.1","sectionType":"part","heading":"Preliminary","content":"# Preliminary","sortOrder":0},{"sectionNumber":"sec.1","sectionType":"section","heading":"Short title","content":"### sec.1 Short title\n\nThis regulation may be cited as the Radiation Safety Regulation 2021 .","sortOrder":1},{"sectionNumber":"sec.2","sectionType":"section","heading":"Commencement","content":"### sec.2 Commencement\n\nThis regulation, other than part 17 , commences on 1 September 2021.\nPart 17 commences on 1 October 2021.\n(sec.2-ssec.1) This regulation, other than part 17 , commences on 1 September 2021.\n(sec.2-ssec.2) Part 17 commences on 1 October 2021.","sortOrder":2},{"sectionNumber":"sec.3","sectionType":"section","heading":"Definitions","content":"### sec.3 Definitions\n\nThe dictionary in schedule 9 defines particular words used in this regulation.","sortOrder":3},{"sectionNumber":"pt.2","sectionType":"part","heading":"Radiation sources and sealed source apparatus","content":"# Radiation sources and sealed source apparatus","sortOrder":4},{"sectionNumber":"pt.2-div.1","sectionType":"division","heading":"Radioactive substances","content":"## Radioactive substances","sortOrder":5},{"sectionNumber":"sec.4","sectionType":"section","heading":"Radioactive substance— Act , sch 2","content":"### sec.4 Radioactive substance— Act , sch 2\n\nFor schedule 2 of the Act , definition radioactive substance , paragraph (b) , the following radioactive material is prescribed to be a radioactive substance—\nradioactive material (other than radioactive material that is a mineral substance) containing a radionuclide mentioned in schedule 1 , column 1, if both of the following apply—\nthe concentration of the radionuclide is equal to or more than the concentration stated opposite the radionuclide in column 2 of the schedule;\nthe activity of the radionuclide is equal to or more than the activity stated opposite the radionuclide in column 3 of the schedule;\nradioactive material that is a mineral substance containing a radionuclide mentioned in schedule 1 , column 1, if the concentration of the radionuclide is equal to or more than the concentration worked out by multiplying the concentration stated opposite the radionuclide in column 2 of the schedule by 10.\nIn this section—\nmineral substance means—\na mineral, other than a mineral situated within the boundaries of land the subject of a mining lease, mineral development licence or exploration permit within the meaning of the Mineral Resources Act 1989 ; or\na substance into which a mineral has been changed as a result of the processing of the mineral.\nthe refining, smelting or calcining of a mineral\n(sec.4-ssec.1) For schedule 2 of the Act , definition radioactive substance , paragraph (b) , the following radioactive material is prescribed to be a radioactive substance— radioactive material (other than radioactive material that is a mineral substance) containing a radionuclide mentioned in schedule 1 , column 1, if both of the following apply— the concentration of the radionuclide is equal to or more than the concentration stated opposite the radionuclide in column 2 of the schedule; the activity of the radionuclide is equal to or more than the activity stated opposite the radionuclide in column 3 of the schedule; radioactive material that is a mineral substance containing a radionuclide mentioned in schedule 1 , column 1, if the concentration of the radionuclide is equal to or more than the concentration worked out by multiplying the concentration stated opposite the radionuclide in column 2 of the schedule by 10.\n(sec.4-ssec.2) In this section— mineral substance means— a mineral, other than a mineral situated within the boundaries of land the subject of a mining lease, mineral development licence or exploration permit within the meaning of the Mineral Resources Act 1989 ; or a substance into which a mineral has been changed as a result of the processing of the mineral. the refining, smelting or calcining of a mineral\n- (a) radioactive material (other than radioactive material that is a mineral substance) containing a radionuclide mentioned in schedule 1 , column 1, if both of the following apply— (i) the concentration of the radionuclide is equal to or more than the concentration stated opposite the radionuclide in column 2 of the schedule; (ii) the activity of the radionuclide is equal to or more than the activity stated opposite the radionuclide in column 3 of the schedule;\n- (i) the concentration of the radionuclide is equal to or more than the concentration stated opposite the radionuclide in column 2 of the schedule;\n- (ii) the activity of the radionuclide is equal to or more than the activity stated opposite the radionuclide in column 3 of the schedule;\n- (b) radioactive material that is a mineral substance containing a radionuclide mentioned in schedule 1 , column 1, if the concentration of the radionuclide is equal to or more than the concentration worked out by multiplying the concentration stated opposite the radionuclide in column 2 of the schedule by 10.\n- (i) the concentration of the radionuclide is equal to or more than the concentration stated opposite the radionuclide in column 2 of the schedule;\n- (ii) the activity of the radionuclide is equal to or more than the activity stated opposite the radionuclide in column 3 of the schedule;\n- (a) a mineral, other than a mineral situated within the boundaries of land the subject of a mining lease, mineral development licence or exploration permit within the meaning of the Mineral Resources Act 1989 ; or\n- (b) a substance into which a mineral has been changed as a result of the processing of the mineral. Examples of the processing of a mineral— the refining, smelting or calcining of a mineral","sortOrder":6},{"sectionNumber":"pt.2-div.2","sectionType":"division","heading":"Radiation apparatus","content":"## Radiation apparatus","sortOrder":7},{"sectionNumber":"sec.5","sectionType":"section","heading":"Ionising radiation apparatus— Act , sch 2 , definition radiation apparatus","content":"### sec.5 Ionising radiation apparatus— Act , sch 2 , definition radiation apparatus\n\nFor schedule 2 of the Act , definition radiation apparatus , paragraphs (a) and (b) , the amount prescribed is 1 microgray per hour, measured at a distance of 10cm from any accessible surface of the apparatus.\nIn this section—\naccessible surface , of an apparatus, means a surface of the apparatus that may easily be touched.\n(sec.5-ssec.1) For schedule 2 of the Act , definition radiation apparatus , paragraphs (a) and (b) , the amount prescribed is 1 microgray per hour, measured at a distance of 10cm from any accessible surface of the apparatus.\n(sec.5-ssec.2) In this section— accessible surface , of an apparatus, means a surface of the apparatus that may easily be touched.","sortOrder":8},{"sectionNumber":"sec.6","sectionType":"section","heading":"Non-ionising radiation apparatus— Act , sch 2 , definition radiation apparatus","content":"### sec.6 Non-ionising radiation apparatus— Act , sch 2 , definition radiation apparatus\n\nFor schedule 2 of the Act , definition radiation apparatus , paragraphs (c) and (d) , the following apparatus are prescribed—\na laser;\na relevant solarium.\nFor schedule 2 of the Act , definition radiation apparatus , paragraphs (c) and (d) , the following amounts are prescribed—\nfor a laser—the accessible emission limit for a class 1 laser for the period stated in, and measured in accordance with, the laser standard;\nfor a relevant solarium—an erythemally effective dose of 100 joules per square metre per hour.\nIn this section—\nCIE document means the standard called ‘ISO/CIE 17166:2019—Erythema reference action spectrum and standard erythema dose’, published by the International Organization for Standardization and prepared by the International Commission on Illumination.\nerythemally effective dose means the dose obtained by weighting the spectral distribution of electromagnetic radiation incident on the measured area with the erythemal effectiveness stated in the CIE document across the electromagnetic radiation wavelength range of 280nm to 400nm and then integrating to obtain the total dose in joules per square metre in accordance with the CIE document.\n(sec.6-ssec.1) For schedule 2 of the Act , definition radiation apparatus , paragraphs (c) and (d) , the following apparatus are prescribed— a laser; a relevant solarium.\n(sec.6-ssec.2) For schedule 2 of the Act , definition radiation apparatus , paragraphs (c) and (d) , the following amounts are prescribed— for a laser—the accessible emission limit for a class 1 laser for the period stated in, and measured in accordance with, the laser standard; for a relevant solarium—an erythemally effective dose of 100 joules per square metre per hour.\n(sec.6-ssec.3) In this section— CIE document means the standard called ‘ISO/CIE 17166:2019—Erythema reference action spectrum and standard erythema dose’, published by the International Organization for Standardization and prepared by the International Commission on Illumination. erythemally effective dose means the dose obtained by weighting the spectral distribution of electromagnetic radiation incident on the measured area with the erythemal effectiveness stated in the CIE document across the electromagnetic radiation wavelength range of 280nm to 400nm and then integrating to obtain the total dose in joules per square metre in accordance with the CIE document.\n- (a) a laser;\n- (b) a relevant solarium.\n- (a) for a laser—the accessible emission limit for a class 1 laser for the period stated in, and measured in accordance with, the laser standard;\n- (b) for a relevant solarium—an erythemally effective dose of 100 joules per square metre per hour.","sortOrder":9},{"sectionNumber":"pt.2-div.3","sectionType":"division","heading":"Security enhanced sources","content":"## Security enhanced sources","sortOrder":10},{"sectionNumber":"sec.7","sectionType":"section","heading":"Security enhanced source— Act , sch 2","content":"### sec.7 Security enhanced source— Act , sch 2\n\nFor schedule 2 of the Act , definition security enhanced source , each of the following radiation sources is prescribed to be a security enhanced source—\na sealed radioactive substance that has a security category of 1, 2 or 3;\nan aggregation of sealed radioactive substances that has a security category of 1, 2 or 3.\nFor subsection (1) , the security category of a sealed radioactive substance, or of an aggregation of sealed radioactive substances, is the security category stated in schedule 2 , part 1 opposite the activity ratio of the substance or aggregation as worked out under subsection (3) or (4) .\nFor subsection (2) , the activity ratio of a sealed radioactive substance is worked out using the formula—\nwhere—\nA means the activity of the radionuclide in the sealed radioactive substance, stated in gigabecquerels.\nAR means the activity ratio.\nRAV means the radionuclide activity value stated in schedule 2 , part 2 for the radionuclide in the sealed radioactive substance.\nFor subsection (2) , the activity ratio of an aggregation of 2 or more sealed radioactive substances is the sum of the activity ratios of each of the sealed radioactive substances in the aggregation worked out under subsection (3) .\n(sec.7-ssec.1) For schedule 2 of the Act , definition security enhanced source , each of the following radiation sources is prescribed to be a security enhanced source— a sealed radioactive substance that has a security category of 1, 2 or 3; an aggregation of sealed radioactive substances that has a security category of 1, 2 or 3.\n(sec.7-ssec.2) For subsection (1) , the security category of a sealed radioactive substance, or of an aggregation of sealed radioactive substances, is the security category stated in schedule 2 , part 1 opposite the activity ratio of the substance or aggregation as worked out under subsection (3) or (4) .\n(sec.7-ssec.3) For subsection (2) , the activity ratio of a sealed radioactive substance is worked out using the formula— where— A means the activity of the radionuclide in the sealed radioactive substance, stated in gigabecquerels. AR means the activity ratio. RAV means the radionuclide activity value stated in schedule 2 , part 2 for the radionuclide in the sealed radioactive substance.\n(sec.7-ssec.4) For subsection (2) , the activity ratio of an aggregation of 2 or more sealed radioactive substances is the sum of the activity ratios of each of the sealed radioactive substances in the aggregation worked out under subsection (3) .\n- (a) a sealed radioactive substance that has a security category of 1, 2 or 3;\n- (b) an aggregation of sealed radioactive substances that has a security category of 1, 2 or 3.","sortOrder":11},{"sectionNumber":"pt.2-div.4","sectionType":"division","heading":"Certificates of compliance","content":"## Certificates of compliance","sortOrder":12},{"sectionNumber":"sec.8","sectionType":"section","heading":"Periods within which certificates of compliance must be obtained— Act , s 18","content":"### sec.8 Periods within which certificates of compliance must be obtained— Act , s 18\n\nFor section 18 (2) of the Act , the following periods are prescribed—\nfor an ionising radiation apparatus, or a sealed source apparatus, used to carry out a diagnostic or therapeutic procedure involving the irradiation of a person, other than a radiation apparatus used to carry out intra-oral dental diagnostic imaging or plain diagnostic imaging involving the irradiation of a person—1 year;\nfor an ionising radiation apparatus, or a sealed source apparatus, used to carry out a radiation practice for a research project—1 year;\nfor an ionising radiation apparatus, or a sealed source apparatus, used during a person’s study or training at an educational institution—1 year;\nfor an ionising radiation apparatus, or a sealed source apparatus, used to carry out a radiation practice, other than an ionising radiation apparatus, or a sealed source apparatus, mentioned in paragraph (a) , (b) , (c) or (e) —3 years;\nfor an ionising radiation apparatus used to carry out diagnostic imaging involving the irradiation of a person, if the apparatus is the subject of a quality assurance program approved by the chief executive under subsection (3) —10 years;\nfor a laser apparatus used to carry out a diagnostic, therapeutic or cosmetic procedure involving the irradiation of a person—1 year.\nFor section 18 (4) and (5) of the Act , the period prescribed is 5 years.\nThe chief executive may, by notice published on the department’s website, approve a quality assurance program but only if the chief executive is satisfied the program implements 1 or more radiation safety standards.\n(sec.8-ssec.1) For section 18 (2) of the Act , the following periods are prescribed— for an ionising radiation apparatus, or a sealed source apparatus, used to carry out a diagnostic or therapeutic procedure involving the irradiation of a person, other than a radiation apparatus used to carry out intra-oral dental diagnostic imaging or plain diagnostic imaging involving the irradiation of a person—1 year; for an ionising radiation apparatus, or a sealed source apparatus, used to carry out a radiation practice for a research project—1 year; for an ionising radiation apparatus, or a sealed source apparatus, used during a person’s study or training at an educational institution—1 year; for an ionising radiation apparatus, or a sealed source apparatus, used to carry out a radiation practice, other than an ionising radiation apparatus, or a sealed source apparatus, mentioned in paragraph (a) , (b) , (c) or (e) —3 years; for an ionising radiation apparatus used to carry out diagnostic imaging involving the irradiation of a person, if the apparatus is the subject of a quality assurance program approved by the chief executive under subsection (3) —10 years; for a laser apparatus used to carry out a diagnostic, therapeutic or cosmetic procedure involving the irradiation of a person—1 year.\n(sec.8-ssec.2) For section 18 (4) and (5) of the Act , the period prescribed is 5 years.\n(sec.8-ssec.3) The chief executive may, by notice published on the department’s website, approve a quality assurance program but only if the chief executive is satisfied the program implements 1 or more radiation safety standards.\n- (a) for an ionising radiation apparatus, or a sealed source apparatus, used to carry out a diagnostic or therapeutic procedure involving the irradiation of a person, other than a radiation apparatus used to carry out intra-oral dental diagnostic imaging or plain diagnostic imaging involving the irradiation of a person—1 year;\n- (b) for an ionising radiation apparatus, or a sealed source apparatus, used to carry out a radiation practice for a research project—1 year;\n- (c) for an ionising radiation apparatus, or a sealed source apparatus, used during a person’s study or training at an educational institution—1 year;\n- (d) for an ionising radiation apparatus, or a sealed source apparatus, used to carry out a radiation practice, other than an ionising radiation apparatus, or a sealed source apparatus, mentioned in paragraph (a) , (b) , (c) or (e) —3 years;\n- (e) for an ionising radiation apparatus used to carry out diagnostic imaging involving the irradiation of a person, if the apparatus is the subject of a quality assurance program approved by the chief executive under subsection (3) —10 years;\n- (f) for a laser apparatus used to carry out a diagnostic, therapeutic or cosmetic procedure involving the irradiation of a person—1 year.","sortOrder":13},{"sectionNumber":"pt.3","sectionType":"part","heading":"Disposal","content":"# Disposal","sortOrder":14},{"sectionNumber":"pt.3-div.1","sectionType":"division","heading":"Disposal of radioactive material","content":"## Disposal of radioactive material","sortOrder":15},{"sectionNumber":"sec.9","sectionType":"section","heading":"Disposal of radioactive material into air or water, other than into sewerage system— Act , s 26","content":"### sec.9 Disposal of radioactive material into air or water, other than into sewerage system— Act , s 26\n\nFor section 26 (1) (a) of the Act —\nfor disposal into the air of radioactive material containing only 1 of the radionuclides mentioned in schedule 3 , column 1—the maximum concentration prescribed is the concentration stated in column 2 of the schedule opposite the radionuclide; or\nfor disposal into water of radioactive material containing only 1 of the radionuclides mentioned in schedule 3 , column 1—the maximum concentration prescribed is the concentration stated in column 3 of the schedule opposite the radionuclide; or\nfor disposal into the air or water of radioactive material containing more than 1 of the radionuclides mentioned in schedule 3 , column 1—the maximum concentration prescribed is a concentration resulting in a disposal factor for the material of 1.\nSubsection (1) does not apply in relation to the disposal of radioactive material into a sewerage system.\nSubsection (4) applies in relation to the disposal into water of radioactive material mentioned in subsection (1) (b) or (c) that is wastewater resulting from reverse osmosis at a water treatment facility.\nFor section 26 (2) of the Act , the point of disposal at which the concentration of the radionuclide in the radioactive material is to be decided is immediately outside the point at which the wastewater is released into the environment.\nIn this section—\ndisposal factor , for radioactive material containing more than 1 of the radionuclides mentioned in schedule 3 , column 1, means the total of the amounts worked out for each of the radionuclides using the formula—\nwhere—\nA , for a radionuclide, means the amount for the radionuclide.\nC , for a radionuclide, means the radionuclide’s concentration, measured in Bq per cubic metre.\nMC , for a radionuclide, means—\nif the material is to be disposed of into the air—the concentration stated in schedule 3 , column 2 opposite the radionuclide; or\nif the material is to be disposed of into water—the concentration stated in schedule 3 , column 3 opposite the radionuclide.\n(sec.9-ssec.1) For section 26 (1) (a) of the Act — for disposal into the air of radioactive material containing only 1 of the radionuclides mentioned in schedule 3 , column 1—the maximum concentration prescribed is the concentration stated in column 2 of the schedule opposite the radionuclide; or for disposal into water of radioactive material containing only 1 of the radionuclides mentioned in schedule 3 , column 1—the maximum concentration prescribed is the concentration stated in column 3 of the schedule opposite the radionuclide; or for disposal into the air or water of radioactive material containing more than 1 of the radionuclides mentioned in schedule 3 , column 1—the maximum concentration prescribed is a concentration resulting in a disposal factor for the material of 1.\n(sec.9-ssec.2) Subsection (1) does not apply in relation to the disposal of radioactive material into a sewerage system.\n(sec.9-ssec.3) Subsection (4) applies in relation to the disposal into water of radioactive material mentioned in subsection (1) (b) or (c) that is wastewater resulting from reverse osmosis at a water treatment facility.\n(sec.9-ssec.4) For section 26 (2) of the Act , the point of disposal at which the concentration of the radionuclide in the radioactive material is to be decided is immediately outside the point at which the wastewater is released into the environment.\n(sec.9-ssec.5) In this section— disposal factor , for radioactive material containing more than 1 of the radionuclides mentioned in schedule 3 , column 1, means the total of the amounts worked out for each of the radionuclides using the formula— where— A , for a radionuclide, means the amount for the radionuclide. C , for a radionuclide, means the radionuclide’s concentration, measured in Bq per cubic metre. MC , for a radionuclide, means— if the material is to be disposed of into the air—the concentration stated in schedule 3 , column 2 opposite the radionuclide; or if the material is to be disposed of into water—the concentration stated in schedule 3 , column 3 opposite the radionuclide.\n- (a) for disposal into the air of radioactive material containing only 1 of the radionuclides mentioned in schedule 3 , column 1—the maximum concentration prescribed is the concentration stated in column 2 of the schedule opposite the radionuclide; or\n- (b) for disposal into water of radioactive material containing only 1 of the radionuclides mentioned in schedule 3 , column 1—the maximum concentration prescribed is the concentration stated in column 3 of the schedule opposite the radionuclide; or\n- (c) for disposal into the air or water of radioactive material containing more than 1 of the radionuclides mentioned in schedule 3 , column 1—the maximum concentration prescribed is a concentration resulting in a disposal factor for the material of 1.\n- (a) if the material is to be disposed of into the air—the concentration stated in schedule 3 , column 2 opposite the radionuclide; or\n- (b) if the material is to be disposed of into water—the concentration stated in schedule 3 , column 3 opposite the radionuclide.","sortOrder":16},{"sectionNumber":"sec.10","sectionType":"section","heading":"Disposal of radioactive material into sewerage system— Act , s 26","content":"### sec.10 Disposal of radioactive material into sewerage system— Act , s 26\n\nFor section 26 (1) (a) of the Act —\nfor disposal into a sewerage system of radioactive material containing only 1 of the radionuclides mentioned in schedule 3 , column 1—the maximum concentration prescribed is the concentration stated in column 4 of the schedule opposite the radionuclide; or\nfor disposal into a sewerage system of radioactive material containing more than 1 of the radionuclides mentioned in schedule 3 , column 1—the maximum concentration prescribed is a concentration resulting in a disposal factor for the material of 1.\nFor section 26 (2) of the Act , the point of disposal at which the concentration of the radionuclide in the radioactive material is to be decided is the point at, or immediately before, which the sewerage pipe leading from the premises from which the material is being disposed of joins the main reticulation line of the sewerage system.\nIn this section—\ndisposal factor , for radioactive material containing more than 1 of the radionuclides mentioned in schedule 3 , column 1, means the total of the amounts worked out for each of the radionuclides using the formula—\nwhere—\nA , for a radionuclide, means the amount for the radionuclide.\nC , for a radionuclide, means the radionuclide’s concentration, measured in Bq per cubic metre.\nMC , for a radionuclide, means the concentration stated in schedule 3 , column 4 opposite the radionuclide.\n(sec.10-ssec.1) For section 26 (1) (a) of the Act — for disposal into a sewerage system of radioactive material containing only 1 of the radionuclides mentioned in schedule 3 , column 1—the maximum concentration prescribed is the concentration stated in column 4 of the schedule opposite the radionuclide; or for disposal into a sewerage system of radioactive material containing more than 1 of the radionuclides mentioned in schedule 3 , column 1—the maximum concentration prescribed is a concentration resulting in a disposal factor for the material of 1.\n(sec.10-ssec.2) For section 26 (2) of the Act , the point of disposal at which the concentration of the radionuclide in the radioactive material is to be decided is the point at, or immediately before, which the sewerage pipe leading from the premises from which the material is being disposed of joins the main reticulation line of the sewerage system.\n(sec.10-ssec.3) In this section— disposal factor , for radioactive material containing more than 1 of the radionuclides mentioned in schedule 3 , column 1, means the total of the amounts worked out for each of the radionuclides using the formula— where— A , for a radionuclide, means the amount for the radionuclide. C , for a radionuclide, means the radionuclide’s concentration, measured in Bq per cubic metre. MC , for a radionuclide, means the concentration stated in schedule 3 , column 4 opposite the radionuclide.\n- (a) for disposal into a sewerage system of radioactive material containing only 1 of the radionuclides mentioned in schedule 3 , column 1—the maximum concentration prescribed is the concentration stated in column 4 of the schedule opposite the radionuclide; or\n- (b) for disposal into a sewerage system of radioactive material containing more than 1 of the radionuclides mentioned in schedule 3 , column 1—the maximum concentration prescribed is a concentration resulting in a disposal factor for the material of 1.","sortOrder":17},{"sectionNumber":"sec.11","sectionType":"section","heading":"Disposal of radioactive material, other than into air, water or sewerage system— Act , s 26","content":"### sec.11 Disposal of radioactive material, other than into air, water or sewerage system— Act , s 26\n\nFor section 26 (1) (a) of the Act —\nfor disposal, other than into the air, water or a sewerage system, of radioactive material containing only 1 of the radionuclides mentioned in schedule 1 , column 1—the maximum concentration prescribed is one-half of the concentration stated in column 2 of the schedule opposite the radionuclide; or\nfor disposal, other than into the air, water or a sewerage system, of radioactive material containing more than 1 of the radionuclides mentioned in schedule 1 , column 1—the maximum concentration prescribed is a concentration resulting in a disposal factor for the material of 1.\nHowever, this section does not apply in relation to radioactive material that is a mineral substance mentioned in section 12 (1) or (3) .\nIn this section—\ndisposal factor , for radioactive material containing more than 1 of the radionuclides mentioned in schedule 1 , column 1, means the total of the amounts worked out for each of the radionuclides using the formula—\nwhere—\nA , for a radionuclide, means the amount for the radionuclide.\nC , for a radionuclide, means the radionuclide’s concentration, measured in Bq per gram.\nMC , for a radionuclide, means one-half of the concentration stated in schedule 1 , column 2 opposite the radionuclide.\n(sec.11-ssec.1) For section 26 (1) (a) of the Act — for disposal, other than into the air, water or a sewerage system, of radioactive material containing only 1 of the radionuclides mentioned in schedule 1 , column 1—the maximum concentration prescribed is one-half of the concentration stated in column 2 of the schedule opposite the radionuclide; or for disposal, other than into the air, water or a sewerage system, of radioactive material containing more than 1 of the radionuclides mentioned in schedule 1 , column 1—the maximum concentration prescribed is a concentration resulting in a disposal factor for the material of 1.\n(sec.11-ssec.2) However, this section does not apply in relation to radioactive material that is a mineral substance mentioned in section 12 (1) or (3) .\n(sec.11-ssec.3) In this section— disposal factor , for radioactive material containing more than 1 of the radionuclides mentioned in schedule 1 , column 1, means the total of the amounts worked out for each of the radionuclides using the formula— where— A , for a radionuclide, means the amount for the radionuclide. C , for a radionuclide, means the radionuclide’s concentration, measured in Bq per gram. MC , for a radionuclide, means one-half of the concentration stated in schedule 1 , column 2 opposite the radionuclide.\n- (a) for disposal, other than into the air, water or a sewerage system, of radioactive material containing only 1 of the radionuclides mentioned in schedule 1 , column 1—the maximum concentration prescribed is one-half of the concentration stated in column 2 of the schedule opposite the radionuclide; or\n- (b) for disposal, other than into the air, water or a sewerage system, of radioactive material containing more than 1 of the radionuclides mentioned in schedule 1 , column 1—the maximum concentration prescribed is a concentration resulting in a disposal factor for the material of 1.","sortOrder":18},{"sectionNumber":"sec.12","sectionType":"section","heading":"Disposal of particular mineral substances, other than into air, water or sewerage system— Act , s 26","content":"### sec.12 Disposal of particular mineral substances, other than into air, water or sewerage system— Act , s 26\n\nSubsection (2) applies in relation to the disposal, other than into the air, water or a sewerage system, of radioactive material that is a mineral substance that—\ncontains only 1 of the radionuclides mentioned in schedule 1 , column 1; and\nhas gross alpha and gross beta concentrations in the leachate worked out under the TCLP that are each equal to or less than the concentration stated in the Australian drinking water guidelines for the radionuclide multiplied by 10.\nFor section 26 (1) (a) of the Act , the maximum concentration prescribed for the disposal of the mineral substance is the concentration worked out by multiplying the concentration stated in schedule 1 , column 2 opposite the radionuclide by 10.\nSubsection (4) applies in relation to the disposal, other than into the air, water or a sewerage system, of radioactive material that is a mineral substance that—\ncontains more than 1 of the radionuclides mentioned in schedule 1 , column 1; and\nhas gross alpha and gross beta concentrations in the leachate worked out under the TCLP that are each equal to or less than the concentration stated in the Australian drinking water guidelines for each of the radionuclides multiplied by 10.\nFor section 26 (1) (a) of the Act , the maximum concentration prescribed for the disposal of the mineral substance is a concentration resulting in a disposal factor for the mineral substance of 1.\nIn this section—\ndisposal factor , for a mineral substance mentioned in subsection (3) and containing more than 1 of the radionuclides mentioned in schedule 1 , column 1, means the total of the amounts worked out for each of the radionuclides using the formula—\nwhere—\nA , for a radionuclide, means the amount for the radionuclide.\nC , for a radionuclide, means the radionuclide’s concentration, measured in Bq per gram.\nMC , for a radionuclide, means the amount worked out by multiplying the concentration stated in schedule 1 , column 2 opposite the radionuclide by 10.\n(sec.12-ssec.1) Subsection (2) applies in relation to the disposal, other than into the air, water or a sewerage system, of radioactive material that is a mineral substance that— contains only 1 of the radionuclides mentioned in schedule 1 , column 1; and has gross alpha and gross beta concentrations in the leachate worked out under the TCLP that are each equal to or less than the concentration stated in the Australian drinking water guidelines for the radionuclide multiplied by 10.\n(sec.12-ssec.2) For section 26 (1) (a) of the Act , the maximum concentration prescribed for the disposal of the mineral substance is the concentration worked out by multiplying the concentration stated in schedule 1 , column 2 opposite the radionuclide by 10.\n(sec.12-ssec.3) Subsection (4) applies in relation to the disposal, other than into the air, water or a sewerage system, of radioactive material that is a mineral substance that— contains more than 1 of the radionuclides mentioned in schedule 1 , column 1; and has gross alpha and gross beta concentrations in the leachate worked out under the TCLP that are each equal to or less than the concentration stated in the Australian drinking water guidelines for each of the radionuclides multiplied by 10.\n(sec.12-ssec.4) For section 26 (1) (a) of the Act , the maximum concentration prescribed for the disposal of the mineral substance is a concentration resulting in a disposal factor for the mineral substance of 1.\n(sec.12-ssec.5) In this section— disposal factor , for a mineral substance mentioned in subsection (3) and containing more than 1 of the radionuclides mentioned in schedule 1 , column 1, means the total of the amounts worked out for each of the radionuclides using the formula— where— A , for a radionuclide, means the amount for the radionuclide. C , for a radionuclide, means the radionuclide’s concentration, measured in Bq per gram. MC , for a radionuclide, means the amount worked out by multiplying the concentration stated in schedule 1 , column 2 opposite the radionuclide by 10.\n- (a) contains only 1 of the radionuclides mentioned in schedule 1 , column 1; and\n- (b) has gross alpha and gross beta concentrations in the leachate worked out under the TCLP that are each equal to or less than the concentration stated in the Australian drinking water guidelines for the radionuclide multiplied by 10.\n- (a) contains more than 1 of the radionuclides mentioned in schedule 1 , column 1; and\n- (b) has gross alpha and gross beta concentrations in the leachate worked out under the TCLP that are each equal to or less than the concentration stated in the Australian drinking water guidelines for each of the radionuclides multiplied by 10.","sortOrder":19},{"sectionNumber":"pt.3-div.2","sectionType":"division","heading":"Requirements for disposal of particular apparatus and containers","content":"## Requirements for disposal of particular apparatus and containers","sortOrder":20},{"sectionNumber":"sec.13","sectionType":"section","heading":"Removal of radiation warning signs","content":"### sec.13 Removal of radiation warning signs\n\nThis section applies to a person disposing of—\na container that has been used for the transport or storage of radioactive material; or\nan apparatus that once contained a sealed radioactive substance; or\na radiation apparatus, other than a radiation apparatus that is a laser but is not a laser apparatus.\nThe person must, immediately before the disposal, remove or make illegible all radiation warning signs attached to the container or apparatus.\nMaximum penalty—20 penalty units.\nIn this section—\nradiation warning sign , attached to a container or apparatus, means a label adhering to, or a symbol embedded in, the container or apparatus indicating that the container or apparatus poses a radiation hazard.\n(sec.13-ssec.1) This section applies to a person disposing of— a container that has been used for the transport or storage of radioactive material; or an apparatus that once contained a sealed radioactive substance; or a radiation apparatus, other than a radiation apparatus that is a laser but is not a laser apparatus.\n(sec.13-ssec.2) The person must, immediately before the disposal, remove or make illegible all radiation warning signs attached to the container or apparatus. Maximum penalty—20 penalty units.\n(sec.13-ssec.3) In this section— radiation warning sign , attached to a container or apparatus, means a label adhering to, or a symbol embedded in, the container or apparatus indicating that the container or apparatus poses a radiation hazard.\n- (a) a container that has been used for the transport or storage of radioactive material; or\n- (b) an apparatus that once contained a sealed radioactive substance; or\n- (c) a radiation apparatus, other than a radiation apparatus that is a laser but is not a laser apparatus.","sortOrder":21},{"sectionNumber":"pt.4","sectionType":"part","heading":"Radiation safety and protection plans","content":"# Radiation safety and protection plans","sortOrder":22},{"sectionNumber":"pt.4-div.1","sectionType":"division","heading":"Radiation safety and protection measures for all radiation practices","content":"## Radiation safety and protection measures for all radiation practices","sortOrder":23},{"sectionNumber":"sec.14","sectionType":"section","heading":"Methods and procedures— Act , s 28","content":"### sec.14 Methods and procedures— Act , s 28\n\nFor section 28 (6) of the Act , definition radiation safety and protection measures , each of the following measures is prescribed—\nsafe handling procedures to be followed for the radiation source;\nprocedures and methods for ensuring the safe use of the radiation source in carrying out the radiation practice;\nif the radiation practice involves the production of images—procedures and methods for ensuring the correct use of any ancillary imaging equipment used in connection with the use of the radiation source to carry out the practice;\nquality control procedures to be undertaken for—\nthe radiation source; and\nif the radiation source is a sealed source apparatus—the apparatus; and\nif the radiation practice involves the production of images—any ancillary imaging equipment used in connection with the use of the radiation source to carry out the practice;\nremediation procedures to be followed for an accident that could reasonably be expected to happen in relation to carrying out the radiation practice.\nIn this section—\nremediation procedures , for an accident, means procedures designed to minimise a radiation hazard arising from the accident.\n(sec.14-ssec.1) For section 28 (6) of the Act , definition radiation safety and protection measures , each of the following measures is prescribed— safe handling procedures to be followed for the radiation source; procedures and methods for ensuring the safe use of the radiation source in carrying out the radiation practice; if the radiation practice involves the production of images—procedures and methods for ensuring the correct use of any ancillary imaging equipment used in connection with the use of the radiation source to carry out the practice; quality control procedures to be undertaken for— the radiation source; and if the radiation source is a sealed source apparatus—the apparatus; and if the radiation practice involves the production of images—any ancillary imaging equipment used in connection with the use of the radiation source to carry out the practice; remediation procedures to be followed for an accident that could reasonably be expected to happen in relation to carrying out the radiation practice.\n(sec.14-ssec.2) In this section— remediation procedures , for an accident, means procedures designed to minimise a radiation hazard arising from the accident.\n- (a) safe handling procedures to be followed for the radiation source;\n- (b) procedures and methods for ensuring the safe use of the radiation source in carrying out the radiation practice;\n- (c) if the radiation practice involves the production of images—procedures and methods for ensuring the correct use of any ancillary imaging equipment used in connection with the use of the radiation source to carry out the practice;\n- (d) quality control procedures to be undertaken for— (i) the radiation source; and (ii) if the radiation source is a sealed source apparatus—the apparatus; and (iii) if the radiation practice involves the production of images—any ancillary imaging equipment used in connection with the use of the radiation source to carry out the practice;\n- (i) the radiation source; and\n- (ii) if the radiation source is a sealed source apparatus—the apparatus; and\n- (iii) if the radiation practice involves the production of images—any ancillary imaging equipment used in connection with the use of the radiation source to carry out the practice;\n- (e) remediation procedures to be followed for an accident that could reasonably be expected to happen in relation to carrying out the radiation practice.\n- (i) the radiation source; and\n- (ii) if the radiation source is a sealed source apparatus—the apparatus; and\n- (iii) if the radiation practice involves the production of images—any ancillary imaging equipment used in connection with the use of the radiation source to carry out the practice;","sortOrder":24},{"sectionNumber":"sec.15","sectionType":"section","heading":"Control of access to, and use of, radiation source— Act , s 28","content":"### sec.15 Control of access to, and use of, radiation source— Act , s 28\n\nFor section 28 (6) of the Act , definition radiation safety and protection measures , the measure prescribed is the control of access to, and use of, the radiation source.\nThe measure prescribed under subsection (1) includes the following details—\nhow access to the radiation source is to be controlled;\nhow use of the radiation source is to be controlled.\n(sec.15-ssec.1) For section 28 (6) of the Act , definition radiation safety and protection measures , the measure prescribed is the control of access to, and use of, the radiation source.\n(sec.15-ssec.2) The measure prescribed under subsection (1) includes the following details— how access to the radiation source is to be controlled; how use of the radiation source is to be controlled.\n- (a) how access to the radiation source is to be controlled;\n- (b) how use of the radiation source is to be controlled.","sortOrder":25},{"sectionNumber":"sec.16","sectionType":"section","heading":"Supply of personal monitoring devices— Act , s 28","content":"### sec.16 Supply of personal monitoring devices— Act , s 28\n\nFor section 28 (6) of the Act , definition radiation safety and protection measures , the measure prescribed is the supply by the possession licensee of personal monitoring devices to be worn by persons while involved in carrying out the radiation practice.\nThe measure prescribed under subsection (1) includes the following details about the personal monitoring devices—\nthe persons who are to wear the devices, described by reference to the nature of their involvement in carrying out the radiation practice;\nhow, when and where the devices are to be worn;\nwhere the devices are to be stored when the devices are not being worn;\nthe interval at which the devices are to be assessed to estimate how much radiation the persons have absorbed;\nthe person who is to perform the assessment mentioned in paragraph (d) , described by reference to the abilities of the person to perform the task.\n(sec.16-ssec.1) For section 28 (6) of the Act , definition radiation safety and protection measures , the measure prescribed is the supply by the possession licensee of personal monitoring devices to be worn by persons while involved in carrying out the radiation practice.\n(sec.16-ssec.2) The measure prescribed under subsection (1) includes the following details about the personal monitoring devices— the persons who are to wear the devices, described by reference to the nature of their involvement in carrying out the radiation practice; how, when and where the devices are to be worn; where the devices are to be stored when the devices are not being worn; the interval at which the devices are to be assessed to estimate how much radiation the persons have absorbed; the person who is to perform the assessment mentioned in paragraph (d) , described by reference to the abilities of the person to perform the task.\n- (a) the persons who are to wear the devices, described by reference to the nature of their involvement in carrying out the radiation practice;\n- (b) how, when and where the devices are to be worn;\n- (c) where the devices are to be stored when the devices are not being worn;\n- (d) the interval at which the devices are to be assessed to estimate how much radiation the persons have absorbed;\n- (e) the person who is to perform the assessment mentioned in paragraph (d) , described by reference to the abilities of the person to perform the task.","sortOrder":26},{"sectionNumber":"sec.17","sectionType":"section","heading":"Supply of particular equipment— Act , s 28","content":"### sec.17 Supply of particular equipment— Act , s 28\n\nFor section 28 (6) of the Act , definition radiation safety and protection measures , the measure prescribed is the supply by the possession licensee for use by persons while involved in carrying out the radiation practice of 1 or more of the following—\nsafety devices;\npersonal protective equipment.\nThe measure prescribed under subsection (1) includes the following details—\nfor the supply of safety devices under the measure—\nthe persons who are to use the devices, described by reference to the nature of their involvement in carrying out the radiation practice; and\nthe devices to be supplied; and\nhow, and when, the devices are to be used by the persons; and\nthe checks to be undertaken to test wear and tear or correct operation of the devices; and\nthe expected outcome of each check; and\nthe person who is to check the devices, described by reference to the abilities of the person to perform the task; and\nthe interval at which the devices are to be checked for wear and tear or correct operation; and\nhow the actual outcome of the checks of the devices is to be recorded; and\nif the actual outcome of a check of a device is different from the expected outcome—the procedures to be followed to fix the deficiency;\nfor the supply of personal protective equipment under the measure—\nthe persons who are to wear the equipment, described by reference to the nature of their involvement in carrying out the radiation practice; and\nthe type of equipment to be supplied to—\npersons involved in carrying out the radiation practice; or\npersons otherwise exposed to radiation in the carrying out of the radiation practice; and\nhow, and when, the equipment is to be worn by the persons; and\nthe checks to be undertaken to test wear and tear or correct operation of the equipment; and\nthe expected outcome of each check; and\nthe person who is to check the equipment, described by reference to the abilities of the person to perform the task; and\nthe interval at which the equipment is to be checked for wear and tear or correct operation; and\nhow the actual outcome of the checks of the equipment is to be recorded; and\nif the actual outcome of a check of the equipment is different from the expected outcome—the procedures to be followed to fix the deficiency.\nIn this section—\nsafety device —\nmeans a device that, when used by a person while involved in carrying out a radiation practice, reduces the exposure of the person to radiation attributable to the carrying out of the practice; but\ndoes not include personal protective equipment.\n(sec.17-ssec.1) For section 28 (6) of the Act , definition radiation safety and protection measures , the measure prescribed is the supply by the possession licensee for use by persons while involved in carrying out the radiation practice of 1 or more of the following— safety devices; personal protective equipment.\n(sec.17-ssec.2) The measure prescribed under subsection (1) includes the following details— for the supply of safety devices under the measure— the persons who are to use the devices, described by reference to the nature of their involvement in carrying out the radiation practice; and the devices to be supplied; and how, and when, the devices are to be used by the persons; and the checks to be undertaken to test wear and tear or correct operation of the devices; and the expected outcome of each check; and the person who is to check the devices, described by reference to the abilities of the person to perform the task; and the interval at which the devices are to be checked for wear and tear or correct operation; and how the actual outcome of the checks of the devices is to be recorded; and if the actual outcome of a check of a device is different from the expected outcome—the procedures to be followed to fix the deficiency; for the supply of personal protective equipment under the measure— the persons who are to wear the equipment, described by reference to the nature of their involvement in carrying out the radiation practice; and the type of equipment to be supplied to— persons involved in carrying out the radiation practice; or persons otherwise exposed to radiation in the carrying out of the radiation practice; and how, and when, the equipment is to be worn by the persons; and the checks to be undertaken to test wear and tear or correct operation of the equipment; and the expected outcome of each check; and the person who is to check the equipment, described by reference to the abilities of the person to perform the task; and the interval at which the equipment is to be checked for wear and tear or correct operation; and how the actual outcome of the checks of the equipment is to be recorded; and if the actual outcome of a check of the equipment is different from the expected outcome—the procedures to be followed to fix the deficiency.\n(sec.17-ssec.3) In this section— safety device — means a device that, when used by a person while involved in carrying out a radiation practice, reduces the exposure of the person to radiation attributable to the carrying out of the practice; but does not include personal protective equipment.\n- (a) safety devices;\n- (b) personal protective equipment.\n- (a) for the supply of safety devices under the measure— (i) the persons who are to use the devices, described by reference to the nature of their involvement in carrying out the radiation practice; and (ii) the devices to be supplied; and (iii) how, and when, the devices are to be used by the persons; and (iv) the checks to be undertaken to test wear and tear or correct operation of the devices; and (v) the expected outcome of each check; and (vi) the person who is to check the devices, described by reference to the abilities of the person to perform the task; and (vii) the interval at which the devices are to be checked for wear and tear or correct operation; and (viii) how the actual outcome of the checks of the devices is to be recorded; and (ix) if the actual outcome of a check of a device is different from the expected outcome—the procedures to be followed to fix the deficiency;\n- (i) the persons who are to use the devices, described by reference to the nature of their involvement in carrying out the radiation practice; and\n- (ii) the devices to be supplied; and\n- (iii) how, and when, the devices are to be used by the persons; and\n- (iv) the checks to be undertaken to test wear and tear or correct operation of the devices; and\n- (v) the expected outcome of each check; and\n- (vi) the person who is to check the devices, described by reference to the abilities of the person to perform the task; and\n- (vii) the interval at which the devices are to be checked for wear and tear or correct operation; and\n- (viii) how the actual outcome of the checks of the devices is to be recorded; and\n- (ix) if the actual outcome of a check of a device is different from the expected outcome—the procedures to be followed to fix the deficiency;\n- (b) for the supply of personal protective equipment under the measure— (i) the persons who are to wear the equipment, described by reference to the nature of their involvement in carrying out the radiation practice; and (ii) the type of equipment to be supplied to— (A) persons involved in carrying out the radiation practice; or (B) persons otherwise exposed to radiation in the carrying out of the radiation practice; and (iii) how, and when, the equipment is to be worn by the persons; and (iv) the checks to be undertaken to test wear and tear or correct operation of the equipment; and (v) the expected outcome of each check; and (vi) the person who is to check the equipment, described by reference to the abilities of the person to perform the task; and (vii) the interval at which the equipment is to be checked for wear and tear or correct operation; and (viii) how the actual outcome of the checks of the equipment is to be recorded; and (ix) if the actual outcome of a check of the equipment is different from the expected outcome—the procedures to be followed to fix the deficiency.\n- (i) the persons who are to wear the equipment, described by reference to the nature of their involvement in carrying out the radiation practice; and\n- (ii) the type of equipment to be supplied to— (A) persons involved in carrying out the radiation practice; or (B) persons otherwise exposed to radiation in the carrying out of the radiation practice; and\n- (A) persons involved in carrying out the radiation practice; or\n- (B) persons otherwise exposed to radiation in the carrying out of the radiation practice; and\n- (iii) how, and when, the equipment is to be worn by the persons; and\n- (iv) the checks to be undertaken to test wear and tear or correct operation of the equipment; and\n- (v) the expected outcome of each check; and\n- (vi) the person who is to check the equipment, described by reference to the abilities of the person to perform the task; and\n- (vii) the interval at which the equipment is to be checked for wear and tear or correct operation; and\n- (viii) how the actual outcome of the checks of the equipment is to be recorded; and\n- (ix) if the actual outcome of a check of the equipment is different from the expected outcome—the procedures to be followed to fix the deficiency.\n- (i) the persons who are to use the devices, described by reference to the nature of their involvement in carrying out the radiation practice; and\n- (ii) the devices to be supplied; and\n- (iii) how, and when, the devices are to be used by the persons; and\n- (iv) the checks to be undertaken to test wear and tear or correct operation of the devices; and\n- (v) the expected outcome of each check; and\n- (vi) the person who is to check the devices, described by reference to the abilities of the person to perform the task; and\n- (vii) the interval at which the devices are to be checked for wear and tear or correct operation; and\n- (viii) how the actual outcome of the checks of the devices is to be recorded; and\n- (ix) if the actual outcome of a check of a device is different from the expected outcome—the procedures to be followed to fix the deficiency;\n- (i) the persons who are to wear the equipment, described by reference to the nature of their involvement in carrying out the radiation practice; and\n- (ii) the type of equipment to be supplied to— (A) persons involved in carrying out the radiation practice; or (B) persons otherwise exposed to radiation in the carrying out of the radiation practice; and\n- (A) persons involved in carrying out the radiation practice; or\n- (B) persons otherwise exposed to radiation in the carrying out of the radiation practice; and\n- (iii) how, and when, the equipment is to be worn by the persons; and\n- (iv) the checks to be undertaken to test wear and tear or correct operation of the equipment; and\n- (v) the expected outcome of each check; and\n- (vi) the person who is to check the equipment, described by reference to the abilities of the person to perform the task; and\n- (vii) the interval at which the equipment is to be checked for wear and tear or correct operation; and\n- (viii) how the actual outcome of the checks of the equipment is to be recorded; and\n- (ix) if the actual outcome of a check of the equipment is different from the expected outcome—the procedures to be followed to fix the deficiency.\n- (A) persons involved in carrying out the radiation practice; or\n- (B) persons otherwise exposed to radiation in the carrying out of the radiation practice; and\n- (a) means a device that, when used by a person while involved in carrying out a radiation practice, reduces the exposure of the person to radiation attributable to the carrying out of the practice; but\n- (b) does not include personal protective equipment.","sortOrder":27},{"sectionNumber":"sec.18","sectionType":"section","heading":"Record in register— Act , s 28","content":"### sec.18 Record in register— Act , s 28\n\nFor section 28 (6) of the Act , definition radiation safety and protection measures , the following measures are prescribed—\nthe arrangement for—\nkeeping, under the possession licensee’s control, a register for recording relevant details about the use of the radiation source to carry out the radiation practice; and\nmaking the register available to the use licensee who—\nuses the radiation source to carry out the radiation practice; or\npersonally supervises another person who is allowed, under the use licensee’s licence, to use the radiation source to carry out the radiation practice;\nthe arrangement for ensuring the use licensee records relevant details about the use of the radiation source in the register.\nIn this section—\nrelevant details , about the use of a radiation source to carry out a radiation practice, means each of the following—\nthe name of the person who used the radiation source to carry out the practice;\nif the radiation source is an unsealed radioactive substance—details of any disposal of radioactive material that happens in carrying out the practice;\ndetails of—\nany quality control procedures undertaken for—\nthe radiation source; and\nif the practice involves the production of images—any ancillary imaging equipment used in connection with the use of the source to carry out the practice; and\nthe outcomes of the quality control procedures.\n(sec.18-ssec.1) For section 28 (6) of the Act , definition radiation safety and protection measures , the following measures are prescribed— the arrangement for— keeping, under the possession licensee’s control, a register for recording relevant details about the use of the radiation source to carry out the radiation practice; and making the register available to the use licensee who— uses the radiation source to carry out the radiation practice; or personally supervises another person who is allowed, under the use licensee’s licence, to use the radiation source to carry out the radiation practice; the arrangement for ensuring the use licensee records relevant details about the use of the radiation source in the register.\n(sec.18-ssec.2) In this section— relevant details , about the use of a radiation source to carry out a radiation practice, means each of the following— the name of the person who used the radiation source to carry out the practice; if the radiation source is an unsealed radioactive substance—details of any disposal of radioactive material that happens in carrying out the practice; details of— any quality control procedures undertaken for— the radiation source; and if the practice involves the production of images—any ancillary imaging equipment used in connection with the use of the source to carry out the practice; and the outcomes of the quality control procedures.\n- (a) the arrangement for— (i) keeping, under the possession licensee’s control, a register for recording relevant details about the use of the radiation source to carry out the radiation practice; and (ii) making the register available to the use licensee who— (A) uses the radiation source to carry out the radiation practice; or (B) personally supervises another person who is allowed, under the use licensee’s licence, to use the radiation source to carry out the radiation practice;\n- (i) keeping, under the possession licensee’s control, a register for recording relevant details about the use of the radiation source to carry out the radiation practice; and\n- (ii) making the register available to the use licensee who— (A) uses the radiation source to carry out the radiation practice; or (B) personally supervises another person who is allowed, under the use licensee’s licence, to use the radiation source to carry out the radiation practice;\n- (A) uses the radiation source to carry out the radiation practice; or\n- (B) personally supervises another person who is allowed, under the use licensee’s licence, to use the radiation source to carry out the radiation practice;\n- (b) the arrangement for ensuring the use licensee records relevant details about the use of the radiation source in the register.\n- (i) keeping, under the possession licensee’s control, a register for recording relevant details about the use of the radiation source to carry out the radiation practice; and\n- (ii) making the register available to the use licensee who— (A) uses the radiation source to carry out the radiation practice; or (B) personally supervises another person who is allowed, under the use licensee’s licence, to use the radiation source to carry out the radiation practice;\n- (A) uses the radiation source to carry out the radiation practice; or\n- (B) personally supervises another person who is allowed, under the use licensee’s licence, to use the radiation source to carry out the radiation practice;\n- (A) uses the radiation source to carry out the radiation practice; or\n- (B) personally supervises another person who is allowed, under the use licensee’s licence, to use the radiation source to carry out the radiation practice;\n- (a) the name of the person who used the radiation source to carry out the practice;\n- (b) if the radiation source is an unsealed radioactive substance—details of any disposal of radioactive material that happens in carrying out the practice;\n- (c) details of— (i) any quality control procedures undertaken for— (A) the radiation source; and (B) if the practice involves the production of images—any ancillary imaging equipment used in connection with the use of the source to carry out the practice; and (ii) the outcomes of the quality control procedures.\n- (i) any quality control procedures undertaken for— (A) the radiation source; and (B) if the practice involves the production of images—any ancillary imaging equipment used in connection with the use of the source to carry out the practice; and\n- (A) the radiation source; and\n- (B) if the practice involves the production of images—any ancillary imaging equipment used in connection with the use of the source to carry out the practice; and\n- (ii) the outcomes of the quality control procedures.\n- (i) any quality control procedures undertaken for— (A) the radiation source; and (B) if the practice involves the production of images—any ancillary imaging equipment used in connection with the use of the source to carry out the practice; and\n- (A) the radiation source; and\n- (B) if the practice involves the production of images—any ancillary imaging equipment used in connection with the use of the source to carry out the practice; and\n- (ii) the outcomes of the quality control procedures.\n- (A) the radiation source; and\n- (B) if the practice involves the production of images—any ancillary imaging equipment used in connection with the use of the source to carry out the practice; and","sortOrder":28},{"sectionNumber":"pt.4-div.2","sectionType":"division","heading":"Radiation safety and protection measures for particular radiation practices","content":"## Radiation safety and protection measures for particular radiation practices","sortOrder":29},{"sectionNumber":"sec.19","sectionType":"section","heading":"Radiation alarms for radiation practices involving ionising radiation sources— Act , s 28","content":"### sec.19 Radiation alarms for radiation practices involving ionising radiation sources— Act , s 28\n\nThis section applies in relation to a radiation practice involving the use of an ionising radiation source.\nFor section 28 (6) of the Act , definition radiation safety and protection measures , the measures prescribed are—\nsupply by the possession licensee of personal radiation alarms for use by persons involved in carrying out the radiation practice; and\nif a personal radiation alarm is repaired or suspected to have been damaged—that the personal radiation alarm is not used unless it is first checked for sensitivity, accuracy, range and energy response.\nThe measure prescribed under subsection (2) (a) includes the following details about the personal radiation alarms—\nthe persons who are to use the alarms, described by reference to the nature of their involvement in carrying out the radiation practice;\nhow, and when, the alarms are to be used by the persons;\nthe operational checks to be undertaken by each person before each use of an alarm to ensure it is working correctly;\nthe alarms, having the sensitivity, accuracy, range and energy response appropriate to the radiation source, that are to be used;\nthe interval, of not more than 1 year, at which the alarms are to be checked for sensitivity, accuracy, range and energy response;\nthe person who is to check the sensitivity, accuracy, range and energy response of the alarms, described by reference to the abilities of the person to perform the task.\nThe measure prescribed under subsection (2) (b) includes details of the person who is to check the sensitivity, accuracy, range and energy response of the personal radiation alarm, described by reference to the abilities of the person to perform the task.\nIn this section—\npersonal radiation alarm means a device that produces a visual or audible signal when—\na radiation dose received by the device is equal to or more than a particular dose level; or\na radiation dose received by the device in a particular period is more than a particular dose level.\n(sec.19-ssec.1) This section applies in relation to a radiation practice involving the use of an ionising radiation source.\n(sec.19-ssec.2) For section 28 (6) of the Act , definition radiation safety and protection measures , the measures prescribed are— supply by the possession licensee of personal radiation alarms for use by persons involved in carrying out the radiation practice; and if a personal radiation alarm is repaired or suspected to have been damaged—that the personal radiation alarm is not used unless it is first checked for sensitivity, accuracy, range and energy response.\n(sec.19-ssec.3) The measure prescribed under subsection (2) (a) includes the following details about the personal radiation alarms— the persons who are to use the alarms, described by reference to the nature of their involvement in carrying out the radiation practice; how, and when, the alarms are to be used by the persons; the operational checks to be undertaken by each person before each use of an alarm to ensure it is working correctly; the alarms, having the sensitivity, accuracy, range and energy response appropriate to the radiation source, that are to be used; the interval, of not more than 1 year, at which the alarms are to be checked for sensitivity, accuracy, range and energy response; the person who is to check the sensitivity, accuracy, range and energy response of the alarms, described by reference to the abilities of the person to perform the task.\n(sec.19-ssec.4) The measure prescribed under subsection (2) (b) includes details of the person who is to check the sensitivity, accuracy, range and energy response of the personal radiation alarm, described by reference to the abilities of the person to perform the task.\n(sec.19-ssec.5) In this section— personal radiation alarm means a device that produces a visual or audible signal when— a radiation dose received by the device is equal to or more than a particular dose level; or a radiation dose received by the device in a particular period is more than a particular dose level.\n- (a) supply by the possession licensee of personal radiation alarms for use by persons involved in carrying out the radiation practice; and\n- (b) if a personal radiation alarm is repaired or suspected to have been damaged—that the personal radiation alarm is not used unless it is first checked for sensitivity, accuracy, range and energy response.\n- (a) the persons who are to use the alarms, described by reference to the nature of their involvement in carrying out the radiation practice;\n- (b) how, and when, the alarms are to be used by the persons;\n- (c) the operational checks to be undertaken by each person before each use of an alarm to ensure it is working correctly;\n- (d) the alarms, having the sensitivity, accuracy, range and energy response appropriate to the radiation source, that are to be used;\n- (e) the interval, of not more than 1 year, at which the alarms are to be checked for sensitivity, accuracy, range and energy response;\n- (f) the person who is to check the sensitivity, accuracy, range and energy response of the alarms, described by reference to the abilities of the person to perform the task.\n- (a) a radiation dose received by the device is equal to or more than a particular dose level; or\n- (b) a radiation dose received by the device in a particular period is more than a particular dose level.","sortOrder":30},{"sectionNumber":"sec.20","sectionType":"section","heading":"Radiation monitoring equipment for particular radiation practices involving ionising radiation sources— Act , s 28","content":"### sec.20 Radiation monitoring equipment for particular radiation practices involving ionising radiation sources— Act , s 28\n\nThis section applies in relation to a radiation practice involving the use of an ionising radiation source, other than—\nthe use of an ionising radiation apparatus for—\na diagnostic procedure involving the irradiation of a person; or\nchemical analysis; or\nthe use of a sealed source apparatus for chemical analysis; or\nthe use of a cabinet radiation apparatus or an enclosed radiation apparatus for its intended purpose.\nFor section 28 (6) of the Act , definition radiation safety and protection measures , the measures prescribed are—\nsupply by the possession licensee of radiation monitoring equipment for use by persons while involved in carrying out the radiation practice; and\nif the radiation monitoring equipment is repaired or suspected to have been damaged—that the equipment is not used unless it is first checked for sensitivity, accuracy, range and energy response.\nThe measure prescribed under subsection (2) (a) includes the following details about the radiation monitoring equipment—\nhow the equipment is to be used;\nthe operational checks to be undertaken by the persons before each use of the equipment to ensure it is working correctly;\nthe equipment, having the sensitivity, accuracy, range and energy response appropriate to the radiation source, that is to be used;\nhow the possession licensee is to ensure the sensitivity, accuracy, range and energy response of the equipment to be used are maintained;\nthe interval, of not more than 1 year, at which the equipment is to be checked for sensitivity, accuracy, range and energy response;\nthe person who is to check the sensitivity, accuracy, range and energy response of the equipment, described by reference to the abilities of the person to perform the task.\nThe measure prescribed under subsection (2) (b) includes details of the person who is to check the sensitivity, accuracy, range and energy response of the radiation monitoring equipment, described by reference to the abilities of the person to perform the task.\nIn this section—\nradiation monitoring equipment means equipment that measures the amount of radiation emitted from radioactive substances or ionising radiation apparatus in a particular period.\n(sec.20-ssec.1) This section applies in relation to a radiation practice involving the use of an ionising radiation source, other than— the use of an ionising radiation apparatus for— a diagnostic procedure involving the irradiation of a person; or chemical analysis; or the use of a sealed source apparatus for chemical analysis; or the use of a cabinet radiation apparatus or an enclosed radiation apparatus for its intended purpose.\n(sec.20-ssec.2) For section 28 (6) of the Act , definition radiation safety and protection measures , the measures prescribed are— supply by the possession licensee of radiation monitoring equipment for use by persons while involved in carrying out the radiation practice; and if the radiation monitoring equipment is repaired or suspected to have been damaged—that the equipment is not used unless it is first checked for sensitivity, accuracy, range and energy response.\n(sec.20-ssec.3) The measure prescribed under subsection (2) (a) includes the following details about the radiation monitoring equipment— how the equipment is to be used; the operational checks to be undertaken by the persons before each use of the equipment to ensure it is working correctly; the equipment, having the sensitivity, accuracy, range and energy response appropriate to the radiation source, that is to be used; how the possession licensee is to ensure the sensitivity, accuracy, range and energy response of the equipment to be used are maintained; the interval, of not more than 1 year, at which the equipment is to be checked for sensitivity, accuracy, range and energy response; the person who is to check the sensitivity, accuracy, range and energy response of the equipment, described by reference to the abilities of the person to perform the task.\n(sec.20-ssec.4) The measure prescribed under subsection (2) (b) includes details of the person who is to check the sensitivity, accuracy, range and energy response of the radiation monitoring equipment, described by reference to the abilities of the person to perform the task.\n(sec.20-ssec.5) In this section— radiation monitoring equipment means equipment that measures the amount of radiation emitted from radioactive substances or ionising radiation apparatus in a particular period.\n- (a) the use of an ionising radiation apparatus for— (i) a diagnostic procedure involving the irradiation of a person; or (ii) chemical analysis; or\n- (i) a diagnostic procedure involving the irradiation of a person; or\n- (ii) chemical analysis; or\n- (b) the use of a sealed source apparatus for chemical analysis; or\n- (c) the use of a cabinet radiation apparatus or an enclosed radiation apparatus for its intended purpose.\n- (i) a diagnostic procedure involving the irradiation of a person; or\n- (ii) chemical analysis; or\n- (a) supply by the possession licensee of radiation monitoring equipment for use by persons while involved in carrying out the radiation practice; and\n- (b) if the radiation monitoring equipment is repaired or suspected to have been damaged—that the equipment is not used unless it is first checked for sensitivity, accuracy, range and energy response.\n- (a) how the equipment is to be used;\n- (b) the operational checks to be undertaken by the persons before each use of the equipment to ensure it is working correctly;\n- (c) the equipment, having the sensitivity, accuracy, range and energy response appropriate to the radiation source, that is to be used;\n- (d) how the possession licensee is to ensure the sensitivity, accuracy, range and energy response of the equipment to be used are maintained;\n- (e) the interval, of not more than 1 year, at which the equipment is to be checked for sensitivity, accuracy, range and energy response;\n- (f) the person who is to check the sensitivity, accuracy, range and energy response of the equipment, described by reference to the abilities of the person to perform the task.","sortOrder":31},{"sectionNumber":"sec.21","sectionType":"section","heading":"Radiation practices involving use or storage of unsealed radioactive substances— Act , s 28","content":"### sec.21 Radiation practices involving use or storage of unsealed radioactive substances— Act , s 28\n\nThis section applies in relation to a radiation practice that involves the use or storage of unsealed radioactive substances at premises.\nFor section 28 (6) of the Act , definition radiation safety and protection measures , the following measures are prescribed—\nmonitoring the premises, and persons and things at the premises, to detect or minimise contamination of the premises, persons or things;\nsafe management at the premises of contaminated cleanable things used in carrying out the radiation practice before the removal of the cleanable things from the premises for cleaning;\nsafe management at the premises of waste radioactive material produced in carrying out the radiation practice before its disposal;\nminimising the amount of waste radioactive material produced in carrying out the radiation practice.\nThe measure prescribed under subsection (2) (a) includes the following details—\nhow the premises are to be monitored;\nhow persons at the premises are to be monitored;\nhow things at the premises are to be monitored;\nthe monitoring equipment, having the sensitivity, accuracy, range and energy response appropriate to the contamination to be monitored, that is to be used.\nThe measure prescribed under subsection (2) (b) includes the following details—\nhow the contaminated cleanable things at the premises are to be stored before removal from the premises for cleaning;\nthe period for which the contaminated cleanable things at the premises are to be stored before removal from the premises for cleaning.\nThe measure prescribed under subsection (2) (c) includes each of the following details—\nhow the waste radioactive material produced in carrying out the radiation practice is to be dealt with before its disposal;\nthe method to be used to minimise the activity of the radionuclide in, and volume of, the waste radioactive material;\nif the waste radioactive material is to be stored—how the waste radioactive material is to be sorted for storage, having regard to—\nits half-life, volume, and physical and chemical properties; and\nthe concentration of the radionuclide in the material.\nThe measure prescribed under subsection (2) (d) includes details about how the amount of the waste radioactive material produced in carrying out the radiation practice is to be minimised.\nIn this section—\ncleanable thing , at premises, means a thing that, to be cleaned, needs to be removed from the premises.\ncontamination , of a person, premises or thing, means the lodgement, attachment or incorporation of radioactive material on, to or in the person, premises or thing.\n(sec.21-ssec.1) This section applies in relation to a radiation practice that involves the use or storage of unsealed radioactive substances at premises.\n(sec.21-ssec.2) For section 28 (6) of the Act , definition radiation safety and protection measures , the following measures are prescribed— monitoring the premises, and persons and things at the premises, to detect or minimise contamination of the premises, persons or things; safe management at the premises of contaminated cleanable things used in carrying out the radiation practice before the removal of the cleanable things from the premises for cleaning; safe management at the premises of waste radioactive material produced in carrying out the radiation practice before its disposal; minimising the amount of waste radioactive material produced in carrying out the radiation practice.\n(sec.21-ssec.3) The measure prescribed under subsection (2) (a) includes the following details— how the premises are to be monitored; how persons at the premises are to be monitored; how things at the premises are to be monitored; the monitoring equipment, having the sensitivity, accuracy, range and energy response appropriate to the contamination to be monitored, that is to be used.\n(sec.21-ssec.4) The measure prescribed under subsection (2) (b) includes the following details— how the contaminated cleanable things at the premises are to be stored before removal from the premises for cleaning; the period for which the contaminated cleanable things at the premises are to be stored before removal from the premises for cleaning.\n(sec.21-ssec.5) The measure prescribed under subsection (2) (c) includes each of the following details— how the waste radioactive material produced in carrying out the radiation practice is to be dealt with before its disposal; the method to be used to minimise the activity of the radionuclide in, and volume of, the waste radioactive material; if the waste radioactive material is to be stored—how the waste radioactive material is to be sorted for storage, having regard to— its half-life, volume, and physical and chemical properties; and the concentration of the radionuclide in the material.\n(sec.21-ssec.6) The measure prescribed under subsection (2) (d) includes details about how the amount of the waste radioactive material produced in carrying out the radiation practice is to be minimised.\n(sec.21-ssec.7) In this section— cleanable thing , at premises, means a thing that, to be cleaned, needs to be removed from the premises. contamination , of a person, premises or thing, means the lodgement, attachment or incorporation of radioactive material on, to or in the person, premises or thing.\n- (a) monitoring the premises, and persons and things at the premises, to detect or minimise contamination of the premises, persons or things;\n- (b) safe management at the premises of contaminated cleanable things used in carrying out the radiation practice before the removal of the cleanable things from the premises for cleaning;\n- (c) safe management at the premises of waste radioactive material produced in carrying out the radiation practice before its disposal;\n- (d) minimising the amount of waste radioactive material produced in carrying out the radiation practice.\n- (a) how the premises are to be monitored;\n- (b) how persons at the premises are to be monitored;\n- (c) how things at the premises are to be monitored;\n- (d) the monitoring equipment, having the sensitivity, accuracy, range and energy response appropriate to the contamination to be monitored, that is to be used.\n- (a) how the contaminated cleanable things at the premises are to be stored before removal from the premises for cleaning;\n- (b) the period for which the contaminated cleanable things at the premises are to be stored before removal from the premises for cleaning.\n- (a) how the waste radioactive material produced in carrying out the radiation practice is to be dealt with before its disposal;\n- (b) the method to be used to minimise the activity of the radionuclide in, and volume of, the waste radioactive material;\n- (c) if the waste radioactive material is to be stored—how the waste radioactive material is to be sorted for storage, having regard to— (i) its half-life, volume, and physical and chemical properties; and (ii) the concentration of the radionuclide in the material.\n- (i) its half-life, volume, and physical and chemical properties; and\n- (ii) the concentration of the radionuclide in the material.\n- (i) its half-life, volume, and physical and chemical properties; and\n- (ii) the concentration of the radionuclide in the material.","sortOrder":32},{"sectionNumber":"sec.22","sectionType":"section","heading":"Diagnostic, therapeutic or cosmetic procedure involving irradiation of person— Act , s 28","content":"### sec.22 Diagnostic, therapeutic or cosmetic procedure involving irradiation of person— Act , s 28\n\nThis section applies in relation to a radiation practice if the radiation practice involves the use of a radiation source to carry out a diagnostic, therapeutic or cosmetic procedure involving the irradiation of a person (the relevant person ).\nFor section 28 (6) of the Act , definition radiation safety and protection measures , the following measures are prescribed—\nsupply by the possession licensee of personal protective equipment to be worn by the relevant person while the procedure is carried out;\nprocedures to be followed to ensure the relevant person wears the personal protective equipment while the procedure is carried out;\nthe arrangement for—\nkeeping, under the possession licensee’s control, a register for the radiation practice for details about each exposure of the relevant person to radiation; and\nmaking the register available to the use licensee who—\nuses the radiation source to carry out the procedure; or\npersonally supervises another person who is allowed, under the licence, to carry out the procedure;\nthe arrangement for ensuring the use licensee records each of the following details in the register about each exposure of the relevant person to radiation while undergoing the procedure—\nthe date of use of the radiation source to carry out the procedure;\ndetails of the procedure;\nif, as part of the procedure, a radioactive substance was administered to the relevant person—details of the substance.\nThe measure prescribed under subsection (2) (a) includes details of the personal protective equipment to be supplied.\nThe measure prescribed under subsection (2) (b) includes details of the procedures.\n(sec.22-ssec.1) This section applies in relation to a radiation practice if the radiation practice involves the use of a radiation source to carry out a diagnostic, therapeutic or cosmetic procedure involving the irradiation of a person (the relevant person ).\n(sec.22-ssec.2) For section 28 (6) of the Act , definition radiation safety and protection measures , the following measures are prescribed— supply by the possession licensee of personal protective equipment to be worn by the relevant person while the procedure is carried out; procedures to be followed to ensure the relevant person wears the personal protective equipment while the procedure is carried out; the arrangement for— keeping, under the possession licensee’s control, a register for the radiation practice for details about each exposure of the relevant person to radiation; and making the register available to the use licensee who— uses the radiation source to carry out the procedure; or personally supervises another person who is allowed, under the licence, to carry out the procedure; the arrangement for ensuring the use licensee records each of the following details in the register about each exposure of the relevant person to radiation while undergoing the procedure— the date of use of the radiation source to carry out the procedure; details of the procedure; if, as part of the procedure, a radioactive substance was administered to the relevant person—details of the substance.\n(sec.22-ssec.3) The measure prescribed under subsection (2) (a) includes details of the personal protective equipment to be supplied.\n(sec.22-ssec.4) The measure prescribed under subsection (2) (b) includes details of the procedures.\n- (a) supply by the possession licensee of personal protective equipment to be worn by the relevant person while the procedure is carried out;\n- (b) procedures to be followed to ensure the relevant person wears the personal protective equipment while the procedure is carried out;\n- (c) the arrangement for— (i) keeping, under the possession licensee’s control, a register for the radiation practice for details about each exposure of the relevant person to radiation; and (ii) making the register available to the use licensee who— (A) uses the radiation source to carry out the procedure; or (B) personally supervises another person who is allowed, under the licence, to carry out the procedure;\n- (i) keeping, under the possession licensee’s control, a register for the radiation practice for details about each exposure of the relevant person to radiation; and\n- (ii) making the register available to the use licensee who— (A) uses the radiation source to carry out the procedure; or (B) personally supervises another person who is allowed, under the licence, to carry out the procedure;\n- (A) uses the radiation source to carry out the procedure; or\n- (B) personally supervises another person who is allowed, under the licence, to carry out the procedure;\n- (d) the arrangement for ensuring the use licensee records each of the following details in the register about each exposure of the relevant person to radiation while undergoing the procedure— (i) the date of use of the radiation source to carry out the procedure; (ii) details of the procedure; (iii) if, as part of the procedure, a radioactive substance was administered to the relevant person—details of the substance.\n- (i) the date of use of the radiation source to carry out the procedure;\n- (ii) details of the procedure;\n- (iii) if, as part of the procedure, a radioactive substance was administered to the relevant person—details of the substance.\n- (i) keeping, under the possession licensee’s control, a register for the radiation practice for details about each exposure of the relevant person to radiation; and\n- (ii) making the register available to the use licensee who— (A) uses the radiation source to carry out the procedure; or (B) personally supervises another person who is allowed, under the licence, to carry out the procedure;\n- (A) uses the radiation source to carry out the procedure; or\n- (B) personally supervises another person who is allowed, under the licence, to carry out the procedure;\n- (A) uses the radiation source to carry out the procedure; or\n- (B) personally supervises another person who is allowed, under the licence, to carry out the procedure;\n- (i) the date of use of the radiation source to carry out the procedure;\n- (ii) details of the procedure;\n- (iii) if, as part of the procedure, a radioactive substance was administered to the relevant person—details of the substance.","sortOrder":33},{"sectionNumber":"sec.23","sectionType":"section","heading":"Marking of images from diagnostic or therapeutic procedure— Act , s 28","content":"### sec.23 Marking of images from diagnostic or therapeutic procedure— Act , s 28\n\nThis section applies in relation to a radiation practice if—\nthe radiation practice involves the use of a radiation source to carry out a diagnostic or therapeutic procedure involving the irradiation of a person as the treated person; and\nthe carrying out of the procedure results in the production of 1 or more of the following images (each a medical image )—\na nuclear medicine image;\na radiograph;\nan X-ray image.\nFor section 28 (6) of the Act , definition radiation safety and protection measures , the measure prescribed is that the relevant information be permanently marked on each medical image produced during the diagnostic or therapeutic procedure.\nThe measure prescribed under subsection (2) includes the details of the way the marking is to be made.\nIn this section—\nnuclear medicine image means an image produced as a result of the detection of the radiation emitted by a radionuclide in a person, after the person has been administered a radiopharmaceutical.\npermanently marked means—\nfor a medical image that is a digital image—included as part of the metadata for the image; or\nfor another medical image—marked in a way that leaves a permanent record on the image.\nrelevant information means—\nfor a medical image that is a radiograph with a surface area of less than 45cm 2 —a marking that identifies, or helps in the identification of, the treated person; or\nfor a medical image other than a medical image mentioned in paragraph (a) —\nthe name, or identifying mark, of the use licensee; and\nthe name, or identifying mark, of the possession licensee; and\nthe address, or identifying mark, of the premises at which the image was produced; and\nthe name, gender and date of birth of the treated person; and\nthe date the image was produced; and\nif the medical image is a nuclear medicine image—details of any radiopharmaceutical administered to the treated person for the production of the image; and\nenough information to enable the correct interpretation of the image.\n(sec.23-ssec.1) This section applies in relation to a radiation practice if— the radiation practice involves the use of a radiation source to carry out a diagnostic or therapeutic procedure involving the irradiation of a person as the treated person; and the carrying out of the procedure results in the production of 1 or more of the following images (each a medical image )— a nuclear medicine image; a radiograph; an X-ray image.\n(sec.23-ssec.2) For section 28 (6) of the Act , definition radiation safety and protection measures , the measure prescribed is that the relevant information be permanently marked on each medical image produced during the diagnostic or therapeutic procedure.\n(sec.23-ssec.3) The measure prescribed under subsection (2) includes the details of the way the marking is to be made.\n(sec.23-ssec.4) In this section— nuclear medicine image means an image produced as a result of the detection of the radiation emitted by a radionuclide in a person, after the person has been administered a radiopharmaceutical. permanently marked means— for a medical image that is a digital image—included as part of the metadata for the image; or for another medical image—marked in a way that leaves a permanent record on the image. relevant information means— for a medical image that is a radiograph with a surface area of less than 45cm 2 —a marking that identifies, or helps in the identification of, the treated person; or for a medical image other than a medical image mentioned in paragraph (a) — the name, or identifying mark, of the use licensee; and the name, or identifying mark, of the possession licensee; and the address, or identifying mark, of the premises at which the image was produced; and the name, gender and date of birth of the treated person; and the date the image was produced; and if the medical image is a nuclear medicine image—details of any radiopharmaceutical administered to the treated person for the production of the image; and enough information to enable the correct interpretation of the image.\n- (a) the radiation practice involves the use of a radiation source to carry out a diagnostic or therapeutic procedure involving the irradiation of a person as the treated person; and\n- (b) the carrying out of the procedure results in the production of 1 or more of the following images (each a medical image )— (i) a nuclear medicine image; (ii) a radiograph; (iii) an X-ray image.\n- (i) a nuclear medicine image;\n- (ii) a radiograph;\n- (iii) an X-ray image.\n- (i) a nuclear medicine image;\n- (ii) a radiograph;\n- (iii) an X-ray image.\n- (a) for a medical image that is a digital image—included as part of the metadata for the image; or\n- (b) for another medical image—marked in a way that leaves a permanent record on the image.\n- (a) for a medical image that is a radiograph with a surface area of less than 45cm 2 —a marking that identifies, or helps in the identification of, the treated person; or\n- (b) for a medical image other than a medical image mentioned in paragraph (a) — (i) the name, or identifying mark, of the use licensee; and (ii) the name, or identifying mark, of the possession licensee; and (iii) the address, or identifying mark, of the premises at which the image was produced; and (iv) the name, gender and date of birth of the treated person; and (v) the date the image was produced; and (vi) if the medical image is a nuclear medicine image—details of any radiopharmaceutical administered to the treated person for the production of the image; and (vii) enough information to enable the correct interpretation of the image.\n- (i) the name, or identifying mark, of the use licensee; and\n- (ii) the name, or identifying mark, of the possession licensee; and\n- (iii) the address, or identifying mark, of the premises at which the image was produced; and\n- (iv) the name, gender and date of birth of the treated person; and\n- (v) the date the image was produced; and\n- (vi) if the medical image is a nuclear medicine image—details of any radiopharmaceutical administered to the treated person for the production of the image; and\n- (vii) enough information to enable the correct interpretation of the image.\n- (i) the name, or identifying mark, of the use licensee; and\n- (ii) the name, or identifying mark, of the possession licensee; and\n- (iii) the address, or identifying mark, of the premises at which the image was produced; and\n- (iv) the name, gender and date of birth of the treated person; and\n- (v) the date the image was produced; and\n- (vi) if the medical image is a nuclear medicine image—details of any radiopharmaceutical administered to the treated person for the production of the image; and\n- (vii) enough information to enable the correct interpretation of the image.","sortOrder":34},{"sectionNumber":"sec.24","sectionType":"section","heading":"Diagnostic or therapeutic procedure involving irradiation of person— Act , s 28","content":"### sec.24 Diagnostic or therapeutic procedure involving irradiation of person— Act , s 28\n\nThis section applies in relation to a radiation practice if the radiation practice involves the use of a radioactive substance to carry out a diagnostic or therapeutic procedure involving the irradiation of a person as the treated person.\nFor section 28 (6) of the Act , definition radiation safety and protection measures , the measure prescribed is the provision of guidance to the treated person about the duration of the procedure.\n(sec.24-ssec.1) This section applies in relation to a radiation practice if the radiation practice involves the use of a radioactive substance to carry out a diagnostic or therapeutic procedure involving the irradiation of a person as the treated person.\n(sec.24-ssec.2) For section 28 (6) of the Act , definition radiation safety and protection measures , the measure prescribed is the provision of guidance to the treated person about the duration of the procedure.","sortOrder":35},{"sectionNumber":"sec.25","sectionType":"section","heading":"Radiation practices resulting in production of radionuclide radon-222— Act , s 28","content":"### sec.25 Radiation practices resulting in production of radionuclide radon-222— Act , s 28\n\nThis section applies in relation to a radiation practice if the radiation practice results in the production of the radionuclide radon-222.\nFor section 28 (6) of the Act , definition radiation safety and protection measures , the measure prescribed is ventilation of the premises in which the radiation practice is being carried out in a way that ensures a person is not exposed to a concentration of 200Bq per cubic metre or more of the radionuclide radon-222.\nThe measure prescribed under subsection (2) includes details of how the premises are to be ventilated.\n(sec.25-ssec.1) This section applies in relation to a radiation practice if the radiation practice results in the production of the radionuclide radon-222.\n(sec.25-ssec.2) For section 28 (6) of the Act , definition radiation safety and protection measures , the measure prescribed is ventilation of the premises in which the radiation practice is being carried out in a way that ensures a person is not exposed to a concentration of 200Bq per cubic metre or more of the radionuclide radon-222.\n(sec.25-ssec.3) The measure prescribed under subsection (2) includes details of how the premises are to be ventilated.","sortOrder":36},{"sectionNumber":"pt.4-div.3","sectionType":"division","heading":"Miscellaneous","content":"## Miscellaneous","sortOrder":37},{"sectionNumber":"sec.26","sectionType":"section","heading":"Monitoring or assessment interval— Act , s 28","content":"### sec.26 Monitoring or assessment interval— Act , s 28\n\nFor section 28 (2) (g) of the Act , the other particular prescribed is the maximum interval at which a radiation safety officer appointed by the possession licensee for the radiation practice is to monitor or assess the radiation source, or the premises at which the radiation practice is being carried out, to perform the function mentioned in section 37 (2) (f) of the Act .","sortOrder":38},{"sectionNumber":"sec.27","sectionType":"section","heading":"Supply of personal monitoring devices— Act , s 28","content":"### sec.27 Supply of personal monitoring devices— Act , s 28\n\nFor section 28 (3) of the Act , the radiation dose limit prescribed for ionising radiation is a total effective dose of 1mSv in any 12-month period.","sortOrder":39},{"sectionNumber":"pt.5","sectionType":"part","heading":"Security requirements for security enhanced sources","content":"# Security requirements for security enhanced sources","sortOrder":40},{"sectionNumber":"pt.5-div.1","sectionType":"division","heading":"Preliminary","content":"## Preliminary","sortOrder":41},{"sectionNumber":"sec.28","sectionType":"section","heading":"Meaning of threat level","content":"### sec.28 Meaning of threat level\n\nA threat level is an indicator of the likelihood and consequences of a person acquiring a security enhanced source for a malicious purpose.\nFor this part, the threat level at a particular time is the threat level published on the National Terrorism Threat Advisory System website.\nThe threat level is ordinarily described as 1 of the following—\ncertain\nexpected\nprobable\npossible\nnot expected.\nThe website for the National Terrorism Threat Advisory System is www.nationalsecurity.gov.au.\n(sec.28-ssec.1) A threat level is an indicator of the likelihood and consequences of a person acquiring a security enhanced source for a malicious purpose.\n(sec.28-ssec.2) For this part, the threat level at a particular time is the threat level published on the National Terrorism Threat Advisory System website. The threat level is ordinarily described as 1 of the following— certain expected probable possible not expected. The website for the National Terrorism Threat Advisory System is www.nationalsecurity.gov.au.\n- 1 The threat level is ordinarily described as 1 of the following— • certain • expected • probable • possible • not expected.\n- • certain\n- • expected\n- • probable\n- • possible\n- • not expected.\n- 2 The website for the National Terrorism Threat Advisory System is www.nationalsecurity.gov.au.\n- • certain\n- • expected\n- • probable\n- • possible\n- • not expected.","sortOrder":42},{"sectionNumber":"pt.5-div.2","sectionType":"division","heading":"Security plans","content":"## Security plans","sortOrder":43},{"sectionNumber":"sec.29","sectionType":"section","heading":"Storage and use of security enhanced source— Act , s 34A","content":"### sec.29 Storage and use of security enhanced source— Act , s 34A\n\nFor section 34A (5) of the Act , definition security measures , the measure prescribed is the secure storage and use of the security enhanced source.\nThe measure prescribed under subsection (1) includes the following details—\nthe location of the security enhanced source in the building or facility in which the source is to be—\nstored; or\nused in carrying out the radiation practice;\na plan of the building or facility in which the security enhanced source is to be—\nstored; or\nused in carrying out the radiation practice.\n(sec.29-ssec.1) For section 34A (5) of the Act , definition security measures , the measure prescribed is the secure storage and use of the security enhanced source.\n(sec.29-ssec.2) The measure prescribed under subsection (1) includes the following details— the location of the security enhanced source in the building or facility in which the source is to be— stored; or used in carrying out the radiation practice; a plan of the building or facility in which the security enhanced source is to be— stored; or used in carrying out the radiation practice.\n- (a) the location of the security enhanced source in the building or facility in which the source is to be— (i) stored; or (ii) used in carrying out the radiation practice;\n- (i) stored; or\n- (ii) used in carrying out the radiation practice;\n- (b) a plan of the building or facility in which the security enhanced source is to be— (i) stored; or (ii) used in carrying out the radiation practice.\n- (i) stored; or\n- (ii) used in carrying out the radiation practice.\n- (i) stored; or\n- (ii) used in carrying out the radiation practice;\n- (i) stored; or\n- (ii) used in carrying out the radiation practice.","sortOrder":44},{"sectionNumber":"sec.30","sectionType":"section","heading":"Control of access to, or use of, security enhanced source— Act , s 34A","content":"### sec.30 Control of access to, or use of, security enhanced source— Act , s 34A\n\nFor section 34A (5) of the Act , definition security measures , the measure prescribed is the control of access to, or use of, the security enhanced source.\nThe measure prescribed under subsection (1) includes the following details for each threat level—\nhow access to the security enhanced source is to be controlled;\nthe criminal history check or security check requirements for persons who may be allowed access to the security enhanced source;\nthe arrangement for supervising persons who may be allowed access to the security enhanced source;\nthe physical barriers to be used to deter and delay unauthorised access to the security enhanced source;\ntamper-proof locks, bolts, armoured cupboards\nthe interval at which staff access to the security enhanced source is to be reviewed;\nwhen, between intervals, staff access to the security enhanced source is to be reviewed;\nthe interval at which the details mentioned in paragraphs (a) to (d) are to be reviewed.\n(sec.30-ssec.1) For section 34A (5) of the Act , definition security measures , the measure prescribed is the control of access to, or use of, the security enhanced source.\n(sec.30-ssec.2) The measure prescribed under subsection (1) includes the following details for each threat level— how access to the security enhanced source is to be controlled; the criminal history check or security check requirements for persons who may be allowed access to the security enhanced source; the arrangement for supervising persons who may be allowed access to the security enhanced source; the physical barriers to be used to deter and delay unauthorised access to the security enhanced source; tamper-proof locks, bolts, armoured cupboards the interval at which staff access to the security enhanced source is to be reviewed; when, between intervals, staff access to the security enhanced source is to be reviewed; the interval at which the details mentioned in paragraphs (a) to (d) are to be reviewed.\n- (a) how access to the security enhanced source is to be controlled;\n- (b) the criminal history check or security check requirements for persons who may be allowed access to the security enhanced source;\n- (c) the arrangement for supervising persons who may be allowed access to the security enhanced source;\n- (d) the physical barriers to be used to deter and delay unauthorised access to the security enhanced source; Examples of physical barriers— tamper-proof locks, bolts, armoured cupboards\n- (e) the interval at which staff access to the security enhanced source is to be reviewed;\n- (f) when, between intervals, staff access to the security enhanced source is to be reviewed;\n- (g) the interval at which the details mentioned in paragraphs (a) to (d) are to be reviewed.","sortOrder":45},{"sectionNumber":"sec.31","sectionType":"section","heading":"Security equipment— Act , s 34A","content":"### sec.31 Security equipment— Act , s 34A\n\nFor section 34A (5) of the Act , definition security measures , the following measures are prescribed—\nthe installation and use of security equipment to protect the security enhanced source;\nthe checking of the security equipment for wear and tear or correct operation.\nThe measure prescribed under subsection (1) (a) includes the following details for each threat level—\nthe security equipment that is to be used;\nhow the security equipment is to be used.\nThe measure prescribed under subsection (1) (b) includes each of the following details for each type of security equipment for each threat level—\nthe checks to be undertaken to test wear and tear or correct operation of the equipment;\nthe expected outcome of each check;\nthe person who is to check the equipment, described by reference to the abilities of the person to perform the task;\nthe interval at which the equipment is to be checked;\nhow the actual outcome of the checks of the equipment is to be recorded;\nif the actual outcome of a check of the equipment is different from the expected outcome—the procedure to be followed to fix the deficiency;\nthe procedures to be followed before, during and after a technical service of the equipment.\n(sec.31-ssec.1) For section 34A (5) of the Act , definition security measures , the following measures are prescribed— the installation and use of security equipment to protect the security enhanced source; the checking of the security equipment for wear and tear or correct operation.\n(sec.31-ssec.2) The measure prescribed under subsection (1) (a) includes the following details for each threat level— the security equipment that is to be used; how the security equipment is to be used.\n(sec.31-ssec.3) The measure prescribed under subsection (1) (b) includes each of the following details for each type of security equipment for each threat level— the checks to be undertaken to test wear and tear or correct operation of the equipment; the expected outcome of each check; the person who is to check the equipment, described by reference to the abilities of the person to perform the task; the interval at which the equipment is to be checked; how the actual outcome of the checks of the equipment is to be recorded; if the actual outcome of a check of the equipment is different from the expected outcome—the procedure to be followed to fix the deficiency; the procedures to be followed before, during and after a technical service of the equipment.\n- (a) the installation and use of security equipment to protect the security enhanced source;\n- (b) the checking of the security equipment for wear and tear or correct operation.\n- (a) the security equipment that is to be used;\n- (b) how the security equipment is to be used.\n- (a) the checks to be undertaken to test wear and tear or correct operation of the equipment;\n- (b) the expected outcome of each check;\n- (c) the person who is to check the equipment, described by reference to the abilities of the person to perform the task;\n- (d) the interval at which the equipment is to be checked;\n- (e) how the actual outcome of the checks of the equipment is to be recorded;\n- (f) if the actual outcome of a check of the equipment is different from the expected outcome—the procedure to be followed to fix the deficiency;\n- (g) the procedures to be followed before, during and after a technical service of the equipment.","sortOrder":46},{"sectionNumber":"sec.32","sectionType":"section","heading":"Security persons and surveillance— Act , s 34A","content":"### sec.32 Security persons and surveillance— Act , s 34A\n\nFor section 34A (5) of the Act , definition security measures , the measure prescribed is the use of security persons and surveillance to guard the security enhanced source.\na security officer, a hospital security officer, a protective security officer\nThe measure prescribed under subsection (1) includes the following details for each threat level—\nthe duties and responsibilities to be allocated to each of the security persons in relation to the measure;\nhow surveillance of the security enhanced source is to be conducted.\n(sec.32-ssec.1) For section 34A (5) of the Act , definition security measures , the measure prescribed is the use of security persons and surveillance to guard the security enhanced source. a security officer, a hospital security officer, a protective security officer\n(sec.32-ssec.2) The measure prescribed under subsection (1) includes the following details for each threat level— the duties and responsibilities to be allocated to each of the security persons in relation to the measure; how surveillance of the security enhanced source is to be conducted.\n- (a) the duties and responsibilities to be allocated to each of the security persons in relation to the measure;\n- (b) how surveillance of the security enhanced source is to be conducted.","sortOrder":47},{"sectionNumber":"sec.33","sectionType":"section","heading":"Confirmation of source— Act , s 34A","content":"### sec.33 Confirmation of source— Act , s 34A\n\nFor section 34A (5) of the Act , definition security measures , the measure prescribed is confirming the presence of the security enhanced source.\nThe measure prescribed under subsection (1) includes the following details for each threat level—\nthe interval at which a person is to confirm the presence of the security enhanced source;\nthe person who is to confirm the presence of the security enhanced source, described by reference to the person’s abilities to perform the task.\n(sec.33-ssec.1) For section 34A (5) of the Act , definition security measures , the measure prescribed is confirming the presence of the security enhanced source.\n(sec.33-ssec.2) The measure prescribed under subsection (1) includes the following details for each threat level— the interval at which a person is to confirm the presence of the security enhanced source; the person who is to confirm the presence of the security enhanced source, described by reference to the person’s abilities to perform the task.\n- (a) the interval at which a person is to confirm the presence of the security enhanced source;\n- (b) the person who is to confirm the presence of the security enhanced source, described by reference to the person’s abilities to perform the task.","sortOrder":48},{"sectionNumber":"sec.34","sectionType":"section","heading":"Security-related information— Act , s 34A","content":"### sec.34 Security-related information— Act , s 34A\n\nFor section 34A (5) of the Act , definition security measures , the following measures are prescribed—\nmaintaining the security of the security-related information for the security enhanced source;\nmaintaining the security of inventories and documents related to the management of the security enhanced source.\nThe measure prescribed under subsection (1) (a) includes details, for each threat level, of how the possession licensee proposes to ensure the security of the security-related information for the security enhanced source, including—\nwho is to be responsible for the information; and\nwhat information is to be kept secure; and\nwhere the information is to be kept; and\nwho is to be allowed access to the information; and\nhow the information is to be kept secure.\nThe measure prescribed under subsection (1) (b) includes details, for each threat level, of how the possession licensee proposes to record and maintain inventories and documents related to the management of the security enhanced source.\nIn this section—\nsecurity-related information , for a security enhanced source, means information about the measures, systems, infrastructure and other things used for each threat level to secure the security enhanced source.\ninformation related to a particular security system, pin codes, passwords or the location of keys\n(sec.34-ssec.1) For section 34A (5) of the Act , definition security measures , the following measures are prescribed— maintaining the security of the security-related information for the security enhanced source; maintaining the security of inventories and documents related to the management of the security enhanced source.\n(sec.34-ssec.2) The measure prescribed under subsection (1) (a) includes details, for each threat level, of how the possession licensee proposes to ensure the security of the security-related information for the security enhanced source, including— who is to be responsible for the information; and what information is to be kept secure; and where the information is to be kept; and who is to be allowed access to the information; and how the information is to be kept secure.\n(sec.34-ssec.3) The measure prescribed under subsection (1) (b) includes details, for each threat level, of how the possession licensee proposes to record and maintain inventories and documents related to the management of the security enhanced source.\n(sec.34-ssec.4) In this section— security-related information , for a security enhanced source, means information about the measures, systems, infrastructure and other things used for each threat level to secure the security enhanced source. information related to a particular security system, pin codes, passwords or the location of keys\n- (a) maintaining the security of the security-related information for the security enhanced source;\n- (b) maintaining the security of inventories and documents related to the management of the security enhanced source.\n- (a) who is to be responsible for the information; and\n- (b) what information is to be kept secure; and\n- (c) where the information is to be kept; and\n- (d) who is to be allowed access to the information; and\n- (e) how the information is to be kept secure.","sortOrder":49},{"sectionNumber":"sec.35","sectionType":"section","heading":"Security response arrangements— Act , s 34A","content":"### sec.35 Security response arrangements— Act , s 34A\n\nFor section 34A (5) of the Act , definition security measures , the following measures are prescribed—\nthe arrangements, and alternative arrangements, developed for responding to a security breach;\nthe checking of the arrangements, and alternative arrangements, developed for responding to a security breach.\nThe measure prescribed under subsection (1) (a) includes the following details for each threat level—\nthe arrangements, and alternative arrangements, developed for responding to each type of security breach;\nthe process for giving notice of a security breach.\nThe measure prescribed under subsection (1) (b) includes each of the following details for each type of security breach for each threat level—\nthe checks to be undertaken to test the arrangements, and alternative arrangements, developed for responding to the security breach;\nthe expected outcome of each check;\nthe interval at which the arrangements, and alternative arrangements, developed for responding to the security breach are to be checked;\nhow the actual outcome of the checks of the arrangements, and alternative arrangements, developed for responding to the security breach is to be recorded;\nif the actual outcome of a check of the arrangements, or alternative arrangements, for responding to the security breach is different from the expected outcome—the procedure to be followed to fix the deficiency.\n(sec.35-ssec.1) For section 34A (5) of the Act , definition security measures , the following measures are prescribed— the arrangements, and alternative arrangements, developed for responding to a security breach; the checking of the arrangements, and alternative arrangements, developed for responding to a security breach.\n(sec.35-ssec.2) The measure prescribed under subsection (1) (a) includes the following details for each threat level— the arrangements, and alternative arrangements, developed for responding to each type of security breach; the process for giving notice of a security breach.\n(sec.35-ssec.3) The measure prescribed under subsection (1) (b) includes each of the following details for each type of security breach for each threat level— the checks to be undertaken to test the arrangements, and alternative arrangements, developed for responding to the security breach; the expected outcome of each check; the interval at which the arrangements, and alternative arrangements, developed for responding to the security breach are to be checked; how the actual outcome of the checks of the arrangements, and alternative arrangements, developed for responding to the security breach is to be recorded; if the actual outcome of a check of the arrangements, or alternative arrangements, for responding to the security breach is different from the expected outcome—the procedure to be followed to fix the deficiency.\n- (a) the arrangements, and alternative arrangements, developed for responding to a security breach;\n- (b) the checking of the arrangements, and alternative arrangements, developed for responding to a security breach.\n- (a) the arrangements, and alternative arrangements, developed for responding to each type of security breach;\n- (b) the process for giving notice of a security breach.\n- (a) the checks to be undertaken to test the arrangements, and alternative arrangements, developed for responding to the security breach;\n- (b) the expected outcome of each check;\n- (c) the interval at which the arrangements, and alternative arrangements, developed for responding to the security breach are to be checked;\n- (d) how the actual outcome of the checks of the arrangements, and alternative arrangements, developed for responding to the security breach is to be recorded;\n- (e) if the actual outcome of a check of the arrangements, or alternative arrangements, for responding to the security breach is different from the expected outcome—the procedure to be followed to fix the deficiency.","sortOrder":50},{"sectionNumber":"sec.36","sectionType":"section","heading":"Security briefings— Act , s 34A","content":"### sec.36 Security briefings— Act , s 34A\n\nFor section 34A (5) of the Act , definition security measures , the measure prescribed is providing security briefings to staff.\nThe measure prescribed under subsection (1) includes the following details for each threat level—\nthe security briefings staff are to attend;\nthe interval at which staff are to attend particular security briefings.\n(sec.36-ssec.1) For section 34A (5) of the Act , definition security measures , the measure prescribed is providing security briefings to staff.\n(sec.36-ssec.2) The measure prescribed under subsection (1) includes the following details for each threat level— the security briefings staff are to attend; the interval at which staff are to attend particular security briefings.\n- (a) the security briefings staff are to attend;\n- (b) the interval at which staff are to attend particular security briefings.","sortOrder":51},{"sectionNumber":"sec.37","sectionType":"section","heading":"Change of threat level— Act , s 34A","content":"### sec.37 Change of threat level— Act , s 34A\n\nFor section 34A (5) of the Act , definition security measures , the measure prescribed is updating security arrangements to adapt to a change in the threat level.\nThe measure prescribed under subsection (1) includes the following details—\nthe actions to be taken to adapt to the new threat level;\nthe persons who are to take the actions, described by reference to the person’s abilities to perform the task.\n(sec.37-ssec.1) For section 34A (5) of the Act , definition security measures , the measure prescribed is updating security arrangements to adapt to a change in the threat level.\n(sec.37-ssec.2) The measure prescribed under subsection (1) includes the following details— the actions to be taken to adapt to the new threat level; the persons who are to take the actions, described by reference to the person’s abilities to perform the task.\n- (a) the actions to be taken to adapt to the new threat level;\n- (b) the persons who are to take the actions, described by reference to the person’s abilities to perform the task.","sortOrder":52},{"sectionNumber":"pt.5-div.3","sectionType":"division","heading":"Transport security plans","content":"## Transport security plans","sortOrder":53},{"sectionNumber":"sec.38","sectionType":"section","heading":"Transportation procedures— Act , s 34H","content":"### sec.38 Transportation procedures— Act , s 34H\n\nFor section 34H (5) of the Act , definition transport security measures , the following measures are prescribed—\nprocedures in relation to the transportation of the security enhanced source;\nthe notification of relevant authorities about the transportation of the security enhanced source.\nThe measure prescribed under subsection (1) (a) includes the following details for each threat level—\nthe vehicle in which the security enhanced source is to be transported and the arrangement for securing the transport during the journey and while stopped en route;\nthe planned principal route and an alternative route;\na plan for each of the following—\na vehicle accident;\na vehicle breakdown;\nother interruptions.\nThe measure prescribed under subsection (1) (b) includes the following details—\nthe relevant contact details for each of the following persons—\nthe consignor;\nthe consignee;\nthe carrier;\nthe delegate of the chief executive;\nif a guard or police service is involved in the transportation of the security enhanced source—the guard or police service;\nhow, for each threat level, the persons mentioned in paragraph (a) are to communicate about the transport of the security enhanced source;\nthe arrangement, for each threat level, for notifying or engaging 1 or more of the following in each jurisdiction in which the security enhanced source is to be transported—\nthe authority responsible for regulating the security enhanced source;\nthe police service.\nIn this section—\nrelevant contact details , for a person, includes—\nthe person’s name; and\nthe person’s business address; and\nthe person’s phone number; and\nif the person’s after hours phone number is different from the phone number mentioned in paragraph (c) —the person’s after hours phone number.\n(sec.38-ssec.1) For section 34H (5) of the Act , definition transport security measures , the following measures are prescribed— procedures in relation to the transportation of the security enhanced source; the notification of relevant authorities about the transportation of the security enhanced source.\n(sec.38-ssec.2) The measure prescribed under subsection (1) (a) includes the following details for each threat level— the vehicle in which the security enhanced source is to be transported and the arrangement for securing the transport during the journey and while stopped en route; the planned principal route and an alternative route; a plan for each of the following— a vehicle accident; a vehicle breakdown; other interruptions.\n(sec.38-ssec.3) The measure prescribed under subsection (1) (b) includes the following details— the relevant contact details for each of the following persons— the consignor; the consignee; the carrier; the delegate of the chief executive; if a guard or police service is involved in the transportation of the security enhanced source—the guard or police service; how, for each threat level, the persons mentioned in paragraph (a) are to communicate about the transport of the security enhanced source; the arrangement, for each threat level, for notifying or engaging 1 or more of the following in each jurisdiction in which the security enhanced source is to be transported— the authority responsible for regulating the security enhanced source; the police service.\n(sec.38-ssec.4) In this section— relevant contact details , for a person, includes— the person’s name; and the person’s business address; and the person’s phone number; and if the person’s after hours phone number is different from the phone number mentioned in paragraph (c) —the person’s after hours phone number.\n- (a) procedures in relation to the transportation of the security enhanced source;\n- (b) the notification of relevant authorities about the transportation of the security enhanced source.\n- (a) the vehicle in which the security enhanced source is to be transported and the arrangement for securing the transport during the journey and while stopped en route;\n- (b) the planned principal route and an alternative route;\n- (c) a plan for each of the following— (i) a vehicle accident; (ii) a vehicle breakdown; (iii) other interruptions.\n- (i) a vehicle accident;\n- (ii) a vehicle breakdown;\n- (iii) other interruptions.\n- (i) a vehicle accident;\n- (ii) a vehicle breakdown;\n- (iii) other interruptions.\n- (a) the relevant contact details for each of the following persons— (i) the consignor; (ii) the consignee; (iii) the carrier; (iv) the delegate of the chief executive; (v) if a guard or police service is involved in the transportation of the security enhanced source—the guard or police service;\n- (i) the consignor;\n- (ii) the consignee;\n- (iii) the carrier;\n- (iv) the delegate of the chief executive;\n- (v) if a guard or police service is involved in the transportation of the security enhanced source—the guard or police service;\n- (b) how, for each threat level, the persons mentioned in paragraph (a) are to communicate about the transport of the security enhanced source;\n- (c) the arrangement, for each threat level, for notifying or engaging 1 or more of the following in each jurisdiction in which the security enhanced source is to be transported— (i) the authority responsible for regulating the security enhanced source; (ii) the police service.\n- (i) the authority responsible for regulating the security enhanced source;\n- (ii) the police service.\n- (i) the consignor;\n- (ii) the consignee;\n- (iii) the carrier;\n- (iv) the delegate of the chief executive;\n- (v) if a guard or police service is involved in the transportation of the security enhanced source—the guard or police service;\n- (i) the authority responsible for regulating the security enhanced source;\n- (ii) the police service.\n- (a) the person’s name; and\n- (b) the person’s business address; and\n- (c) the person’s phone number; and\n- (d) if the person’s after hours phone number is different from the phone number mentioned in paragraph (c) —the person’s after hours phone number.","sortOrder":54},{"sectionNumber":"sec.39","sectionType":"section","heading":"Control of access to security enhanced source during transport— Act , s 34H","content":"### sec.39 Control of access to security enhanced source during transport— Act , s 34H\n\nFor section 34H (5) of the Act , definition transport security measures , the measure prescribed is the control of access to the security enhanced source during transport.\nThe measure prescribed under subsection (1) includes the following details for each threat level—\nhow access to the security enhanced source is to be controlled;\nthe arrangement for supervising persons who may be allowed access to the security enhanced source;\nthe interval at which staff access to the security enhanced source during transport is to be reviewed;\nwhen, between intervals, staff access to the security enhanced source during transport is to be reviewed;\nthe interval at which the details mentioned in paragraphs (a) and (b) are to be reviewed.\n(sec.39-ssec.1) For section 34H (5) of the Act , definition transport security measures , the measure prescribed is the control of access to the security enhanced source during transport.\n(sec.39-ssec.2) The measure prescribed under subsection (1) includes the following details for each threat level— how access to the security enhanced source is to be controlled; the arrangement for supervising persons who may be allowed access to the security enhanced source; the interval at which staff access to the security enhanced source during transport is to be reviewed; when, between intervals, staff access to the security enhanced source during transport is to be reviewed; the interval at which the details mentioned in paragraphs (a) and (b) are to be reviewed.\n- (a) how access to the security enhanced source is to be controlled;\n- (b) the arrangement for supervising persons who may be allowed access to the security enhanced source;\n- (c) the interval at which staff access to the security enhanced source during transport is to be reviewed;\n- (d) when, between intervals, staff access to the security enhanced source during transport is to be reviewed;\n- (e) the interval at which the details mentioned in paragraphs (a) and (b) are to be reviewed.","sortOrder":55},{"sectionNumber":"sec.40","sectionType":"section","heading":"Transport security equipment— Act , s 34H","content":"### sec.40 Transport security equipment— Act , s 34H\n\nFor section 34H (5) of the Act , definition transport security measures , the following measures are prescribed—\nthe use of security-related equipment to protect the security enhanced source during transport;\nthe checking of the security-related equipment for wear and tear or correct operation.\nThe measure prescribed under subsection (1) (a) includes the following details of the security-related equipment to be used for each threat level—\nthe type of equipment to be used;\nhow and when the equipment is to be used;\nthe person who is to check the equipment, described by reference to the abilities of the person to perform the task;\nhow the actual outcome of the checks of the equipment is to be recorded;\nif the actual outcome of a check of the equipment is different from the expected outcome—the procedure to be followed to fix the deficiency.\nbolts, containers, vehicle-tracking equipment\nThe measure prescribed under subsection (1) (b) includes each of the following details for each type of security-related equipment for each threat level—\nthe checks to be undertaken to test wear and tear or correct operation of the equipment;\nthe expected outcome of each check;\nthe person who is to check the equipment, described by reference to the abilities of the person to perform the task;\nthe interval at which the equipment is to be checked;\nhow the actual outcome of the checks of the equipment is to be recorded;\nif the actual outcome of a check of the equipment is different from the expected outcome—the procedure to be followed to fix the deficiency.\n(sec.40-ssec.1) For section 34H (5) of the Act , definition transport security measures , the following measures are prescribed— the use of security-related equipment to protect the security enhanced source during transport; the checking of the security-related equipment for wear and tear or correct operation.\n(sec.40-ssec.2) The measure prescribed under subsection (1) (a) includes the following details of the security-related equipment to be used for each threat level— the type of equipment to be used; how and when the equipment is to be used; the person who is to check the equipment, described by reference to the abilities of the person to perform the task; how the actual outcome of the checks of the equipment is to be recorded; if the actual outcome of a check of the equipment is different from the expected outcome—the procedure to be followed to fix the deficiency. bolts, containers, vehicle-tracking equipment\n(sec.40-ssec.3) The measure prescribed under subsection (1) (b) includes each of the following details for each type of security-related equipment for each threat level— the checks to be undertaken to test wear and tear or correct operation of the equipment; the expected outcome of each check; the person who is to check the equipment, described by reference to the abilities of the person to perform the task; the interval at which the equipment is to be checked; how the actual outcome of the checks of the equipment is to be recorded; if the actual outcome of a check of the equipment is different from the expected outcome—the procedure to be followed to fix the deficiency.\n- (a) the use of security-related equipment to protect the security enhanced source during transport;\n- (b) the checking of the security-related equipment for wear and tear or correct operation.\n- (a) the type of equipment to be used;\n- (b) how and when the equipment is to be used;\n- (c) the person who is to check the equipment, described by reference to the abilities of the person to perform the task;\n- (d) how the actual outcome of the checks of the equipment is to be recorded;\n- (e) if the actual outcome of a check of the equipment is different from the expected outcome—the procedure to be followed to fix the deficiency.\n- (a) the checks to be undertaken to test wear and tear or correct operation of the equipment;\n- (b) the expected outcome of each check;\n- (c) the person who is to check the equipment, described by reference to the abilities of the person to perform the task;\n- (d) the interval at which the equipment is to be checked;\n- (e) how the actual outcome of the checks of the equipment is to be recorded;\n- (f) if the actual outcome of a check of the equipment is different from the expected outcome—the procedure to be followed to fix the deficiency.","sortOrder":56},{"sectionNumber":"sec.41","sectionType":"section","heading":"Transport security persons— Act , s 34H","content":"### sec.41 Transport security persons— Act , s 34H\n\nFor section 34H (5) of the Act , definition transport security measures , the measure prescribed is the use of transport security persons to guard the security enhanced source during transport.\na security officer, a police officer\nThe measure prescribed under subsection (1) includes the following details for each threat level—\nthe duties and responsibilities to be allocated to each of the transport security persons in relation to the measure;\nthe criminal history check or security check requirements each transport security person is to undergo to undertake the person’s transport-related activities with the security enhanced source.\n(sec.41-ssec.1) For section 34H (5) of the Act , definition transport security measures , the measure prescribed is the use of transport security persons to guard the security enhanced source during transport. a security officer, a police officer\n(sec.41-ssec.2) The measure prescribed under subsection (1) includes the following details for each threat level— the duties and responsibilities to be allocated to each of the transport security persons in relation to the measure; the criminal history check or security check requirements each transport security person is to undergo to undertake the person’s transport-related activities with the security enhanced source.\n- (a) the duties and responsibilities to be allocated to each of the transport security persons in relation to the measure;\n- (b) the criminal history check or security check requirements each transport security person is to undergo to undertake the person’s transport-related activities with the security enhanced source.","sortOrder":57},{"sectionNumber":"sec.42","sectionType":"section","heading":"Confirmation of source— Act , s 34H","content":"### sec.42 Confirmation of source— Act , s 34H\n\nFor section 34H (5) of the Act , definition transport security measures , the measure prescribed is confirming the presence of the security enhanced source during transport.\nThe measure prescribed under subsection (1) includes the following details for each threat level—\nthe interval at which a person is to confirm the presence of the security enhanced source;\nthe person who is to confirm the presence of the security enhanced source, described by reference to the person’s abilities to perform the task.\n(sec.42-ssec.1) For section 34H (5) of the Act , definition transport security measures , the measure prescribed is confirming the presence of the security enhanced source during transport.\n(sec.42-ssec.2) The measure prescribed under subsection (1) includes the following details for each threat level— the interval at which a person is to confirm the presence of the security enhanced source; the person who is to confirm the presence of the security enhanced source, described by reference to the person’s abilities to perform the task.\n- (a) the interval at which a person is to confirm the presence of the security enhanced source;\n- (b) the person who is to confirm the presence of the security enhanced source, described by reference to the person’s abilities to perform the task.","sortOrder":58},{"sectionNumber":"sec.43","sectionType":"section","heading":"Security-related information— Act , s 34H","content":"### sec.43 Security-related information— Act , s 34H\n\nFor section 34H (5) of the Act , definition transport security measures , the measure prescribed is maintaining the security of the security-related information for the transport of the security enhanced source.\nThe measure prescribed under subsection (1) includes details, for each threat level, of how the holder of the transport security plan proposes to ensure the security-related information is to be secured, including—\nwho is to be responsible for the information; and\nwhat information is to be kept secure; and\nwhere the information is to be kept; and\nwho is to be allowed access to the information; and\nhow the information is to be kept secure.\nIn this section—\nsecurity-related information , for the transport of a security enhanced source, means information about the measures, systems, infrastructure and other things used for each threat level to secure the source during transport.\ninformation related to travel routes, pin codes, passwords or the location of keys\n(sec.43-ssec.1) For section 34H (5) of the Act , definition transport security measures , the measure prescribed is maintaining the security of the security-related information for the transport of the security enhanced source.\n(sec.43-ssec.2) The measure prescribed under subsection (1) includes details, for each threat level, of how the holder of the transport security plan proposes to ensure the security-related information is to be secured, including— who is to be responsible for the information; and what information is to be kept secure; and where the information is to be kept; and who is to be allowed access to the information; and how the information is to be kept secure.\n(sec.43-ssec.3) In this section— security-related information , for the transport of a security enhanced source, means information about the measures, systems, infrastructure and other things used for each threat level to secure the source during transport. information related to travel routes, pin codes, passwords or the location of keys\n- (a) who is to be responsible for the information; and\n- (b) what information is to be kept secure; and\n- (c) where the information is to be kept; and\n- (d) who is to be allowed access to the information; and\n- (e) how the information is to be kept secure.","sortOrder":59},{"sectionNumber":"sec.44","sectionType":"section","heading":"Transport security response arrangements— Act , s 34H","content":"### sec.44 Transport security response arrangements— Act , s 34H\n\nFor section 34H (5) of the Act , definition transport security measures , the following measures are prescribed—\nthe arrangements developed for responding to a security breach during the transport of the security enhanced source (the security response arrangements );\nthe alternative arrangements developed for responding to a security breach during the transport of the security enhanced source (the alternative arrangements );\nthe checking of the security response arrangements and the alternative arrangements.\nThe measure prescribed under subsection (1) (a) includes the following details for each threat level—\nthe security response arrangements for each type of security breach;\nthe process for giving notice of a security breach.\nThe measure prescribed under subsection (1) (b) includes the following details for each threat level—\nthe alternative arrangements for each type of security breach;\nthe process for giving notice of a security breach.\nThe measure prescribed under subsection (1) (c) includes each of the following details for each type of security breach for each threat level—\nthe checks to be undertaken to test the security response arrangements and the alternative arrangements;\nthe expected outcome of each check;\nthe interval at which the security response arrangements, and the alternative arrangements, are to be checked;\nhow the actual outcome of the checks of the security response arrangements, and alternative arrangements, is to be recorded;\nif the actual outcome of a check of the security response arrangements, or alternative arrangements, is different from the expected outcome—the procedure to be followed to fix the deficiency.\n(sec.44-ssec.1) For section 34H (5) of the Act , definition transport security measures , the following measures are prescribed— the arrangements developed for responding to a security breach during the transport of the security enhanced source (the security response arrangements ); the alternative arrangements developed for responding to a security breach during the transport of the security enhanced source (the alternative arrangements ); the checking of the security response arrangements and the alternative arrangements.\n(sec.44-ssec.2) The measure prescribed under subsection (1) (a) includes the following details for each threat level— the security response arrangements for each type of security breach; the process for giving notice of a security breach.\n(sec.44-ssec.3) The measure prescribed under subsection (1) (b) includes the following details for each threat level— the alternative arrangements for each type of security breach; the process for giving notice of a security breach.\n(sec.44-ssec.4) The measure prescribed under subsection (1) (c) includes each of the following details for each type of security breach for each threat level— the checks to be undertaken to test the security response arrangements and the alternative arrangements; the expected outcome of each check; the interval at which the security response arrangements, and the alternative arrangements, are to be checked; how the actual outcome of the checks of the security response arrangements, and alternative arrangements, is to be recorded; if the actual outcome of a check of the security response arrangements, or alternative arrangements, is different from the expected outcome—the procedure to be followed to fix the deficiency.\n- (a) the arrangements developed for responding to a security breach during the transport of the security enhanced source (the security response arrangements );\n- (b) the alternative arrangements developed for responding to a security breach during the transport of the security enhanced source (the alternative arrangements );\n- (c) the checking of the security response arrangements and the alternative arrangements.\n- (a) the security response arrangements for each type of security breach;\n- (b) the process for giving notice of a security breach.\n- (a) the alternative arrangements for each type of security breach;\n- (b) the process for giving notice of a security breach.\n- (a) the checks to be undertaken to test the security response arrangements and the alternative arrangements;\n- (b) the expected outcome of each check;\n- (c) the interval at which the security response arrangements, and the alternative arrangements, are to be checked;\n- (d) how the actual outcome of the checks of the security response arrangements, and alternative arrangements, is to be recorded;\n- (e) if the actual outcome of a check of the security response arrangements, or alternative arrangements, is different from the expected outcome—the procedure to be followed to fix the deficiency.","sortOrder":60},{"sectionNumber":"sec.45","sectionType":"section","heading":"Transport security briefings— Act , s 34H","content":"### sec.45 Transport security briefings— Act , s 34H\n\nFor section 34H (5) of the Act , definition transport security measures , the measure prescribed is providing security awareness briefings for persons involved in transporting the security enhanced source.\nThe measure prescribed under subsection (1) includes details of the information each person involved in transporting the security enhanced source is to be given about—\nthe nature of the threat; and\nthe threat level; and\nthe security response arrangements; and\nthe alternative arrangements.\nIn this section—\nalternative arrangements see section 44 (1) (b) .\nsecurity response arrangements see section 44 (1) (a) .\n(sec.45-ssec.1) For section 34H (5) of the Act , definition transport security measures , the measure prescribed is providing security awareness briefings for persons involved in transporting the security enhanced source.\n(sec.45-ssec.2) The measure prescribed under subsection (1) includes details of the information each person involved in transporting the security enhanced source is to be given about— the nature of the threat; and the threat level; and the security response arrangements; and the alternative arrangements.\n(sec.45-ssec.3) In this section— alternative arrangements see section 44 (1) (b) . security response arrangements see section 44 (1) (a) .\n- (a) the nature of the threat; and\n- (b) the threat level; and\n- (c) the security response arrangements; and\n- (d) the alternative arrangements.","sortOrder":61},{"sectionNumber":"sec.46","sectionType":"section","heading":"Change of threat level— Act , s 34H","content":"### sec.46 Change of threat level— Act , s 34H\n\nFor section 34H (5) of the Act , definition transport security measures , the measure prescribed is updating security arrangements to adapt to a change in the threat level.\nThe measure prescribed under subsection (1) includes the following details—\nthe actions to be taken to adapt to the new threat level;\nthe persons who are to take the actions, described by reference to the person’s abilities to perform the task.\n(sec.46-ssec.1) For section 34H (5) of the Act , definition transport security measures , the measure prescribed is updating security arrangements to adapt to a change in the threat level.\n(sec.46-ssec.2) The measure prescribed under subsection (1) includes the following details— the actions to be taken to adapt to the new threat level; the persons who are to take the actions, described by reference to the person’s abilities to perform the task.\n- (a) the actions to be taken to adapt to the new threat level;\n- (b) the persons who are to take the actions, described by reference to the person’s abilities to perform the task.","sortOrder":62},{"sectionNumber":"sec.47","sectionType":"section","heading":"Other information— Act , s 34H","content":"### sec.47 Other information— Act , s 34H\n\nFor section 34H (2) (l) of the Act , the other particular prescribed is the purpose or reason for which the security enhanced source is being transported.","sortOrder":63},{"sectionNumber":"pt.6","sectionType":"part","heading":"Radiation safety officers","content":"# Radiation safety officers","sortOrder":64},{"sectionNumber":"sec.48","sectionType":"section","heading":"Qualifications— Act , s 36","content":"### sec.48 Qualifications— Act , s 36\n\nFor section 36 (3) of the Act , each of the qualifications stated in schedule 4 , column 2 is prescribed for the radiation practice mentioned opposite in column 1 of the schedule.","sortOrder":65},{"sectionNumber":"sec.49","sectionType":"section","heading":"Functions— Act , s 37","content":"### sec.49 Functions— Act , s 37\n\nFor section 37 (2) (b) (iii) of the Act , the other persons prescribed are—\npersons who observe the carrying out of the radiation practice, other than the persons mentioned in section 37 (2) (b) (i) or (ii) of the Act ; and\nif the radiation practice is a diagnostic or therapeutic procedure involving the irradiation of a person as the treated person—persons involved in carrying out the procedure, other than the persons mentioned in section 37 (2) (b) (i) or (ii) of the Act .\n- (a) persons who observe the carrying out of the radiation practice, other than the persons mentioned in section 37 (2) (b) (i) or (ii) of the Act ; and\n- (b) if the radiation practice is a diagnostic or therapeutic procedure involving the irradiation of a person as the treated person—persons involved in carrying out the procedure, other than the persons mentioned in section 37 (2) (b) (i) or (ii) of the Act .","sortOrder":66},{"sectionNumber":"pt.7","sectionType":"part","heading":"Radiation monitoring","content":"# Radiation monitoring","sortOrder":67},{"sectionNumber":"sec.50","sectionType":"section","heading":"Information in personal monitoring record— Act , s 38","content":"### sec.50 Information in personal monitoring record— Act , s 38\n\nFor section 38 (4) (b) of the Act , all of the following information is prescribed—\nthe name, gender and date of birth of the monitored person;\nthe name and postal address of the licensee;\nthe date the monitored person started to be monitored for any radiation doses received in relation to the carrying out of the radiation practice;\nif the monitored person stopped being monitored for any radiation doses received in relation to the carrying out of the radiation practice—the date the monitored person stopped being monitored;\ndetails of the basis for the monitored person being required to be provided with, or to wear, a personal monitoring device;\nthe type of radiation to which the monitored person has been exposed in relation to the carrying out of the radiation practice;\nfor each assessment of a personal monitoring device worn by the monitored person in relation to the carrying out of the radiation practice—\nthe period to which the assessment relates; and\nthe estimated total effective dose, worked out under the assessment, for the monitored person for the period; and\ndetails of the methodology used in the assessment.\n- (a) the name, gender and date of birth of the monitored person;\n- (b) the name and postal address of the licensee;\n- (c) the date the monitored person started to be monitored for any radiation doses received in relation to the carrying out of the radiation practice;\n- (d) if the monitored person stopped being monitored for any radiation doses received in relation to the carrying out of the radiation practice—the date the monitored person stopped being monitored;\n- (e) details of the basis for the monitored person being required to be provided with, or to wear, a personal monitoring device;\n- (f) the type of radiation to which the monitored person has been exposed in relation to the carrying out of the radiation practice;\n- (g) for each assessment of a personal monitoring device worn by the monitored person in relation to the carrying out of the radiation practice— (i) the period to which the assessment relates; and (ii) the estimated total effective dose, worked out under the assessment, for the monitored person for the period; and (iii) details of the methodology used in the assessment.\n- (i) the period to which the assessment relates; and\n- (ii) the estimated total effective dose, worked out under the assessment, for the monitored person for the period; and\n- (iii) details of the methodology used in the assessment.\n- (i) the period to which the assessment relates; and\n- (ii) the estimated total effective dose, worked out under the assessment, for the monitored person for the period; and\n- (iii) details of the methodology used in the assessment.","sortOrder":68},{"sectionNumber":"pt.8","sectionType":"part","heading":"Radiation dose limits for particular types of exposure","content":"# Radiation dose limits for particular types of exposure","sortOrder":69},{"sectionNumber":"pt.8-div.1","sectionType":"division","heading":"Ionising radiation","content":"## Ionising radiation","sortOrder":70},{"sectionNumber":"sec.51","sectionType":"section","heading":"Definitions for division","content":"### sec.51 Definitions for division\n\nIn this division—\nexternal effective dose , received by a person, means the total of the weighted equivalent doses for all organs and tissues of the person as a result of exposure of the organs and tissues to radiation emitted from ionising radiation sources external to the person’s body.\nhealth-related exposure , of a person to ionising radiation, means the exposure of the person to ionising radiation—\nwhile undergoing a diagnostic or therapeutic procedure involving the irradiation of the person; or\nwhile involved in carrying out a diagnostic or therapeutic procedure involving the irradiation of a person, other than as occupational exposure or as the treated person; or\nwhile involved in carrying out a radiation practice, as a voluntary participant in health-related research.\ninternal effective dose , received by a person, means the effective dose from a radionuclide inhaled, ingested or introduced into the person’s body, calculated in accordance with—\nthe document called ‘Occupational Intakes of Radionuclides: Part 1 ’, and known as ‘ICRP Publication 130’ prepared by the International Commission on Radiological Protection; and\nthe relevant part of the series called ‘Occupational Intakes of Radionuclides’ for the radionuclide.\ns 51 def internal effective dose amd 2023 SL No. 146 s 13 (1)\nnatural background exposure , of a person to ionising radiation, means the exposure of the person to ionising radiation occurring naturally in the environment.\noccupational exposure , of a person to ionising radiation, means the exposure of the person to ionising radiation in the course of the person’s work, other than exposure that is natural background exposure.\npublic exposure , of a person to ionising radiation, means the exposure of the person to ionising radiation, other than exposure that is health-related exposure, natural background exposure or occupational exposure.\nrelevant part , of the series called ‘Occupational Intakes of Radionuclides’, means any of the following documents—\nthe document called ‘Occupational Intakes of Radionuclides: Part 2 ’, and known as ‘ICRP Publication 134’ prepared by the International Commission on Radiological Protection;\nthe document called ‘Occupational Intakes of Radionuclides: Part 3 ’, and known as ‘ICRP Publication 137’ prepared by the International Commission on Radiological Protection;\nthe document called ‘Occupational Intakes of Radionuclides: Part 4 ’, and known as ‘ICRP Publication 141’ prepared by the International Commission on Radiological Protection;\nthe document called ‘Occupational Intakes of Radionuclides: Part 5 ’, and known as ‘ICRP Publication 151’ prepared by the International Commission on Radiological Protection.\ns 51 def relevant part amd 2023 SL No. 146 s 13 (2)\ntotal effective dose , for a person for a period, means the total of the external effective doses and the internal effective doses received by the person during the period.\nweighted equivalent dose , for a person’s organ or tissue that is exposed to radiation, means the product of—\nthe tissue weighting factor for the organ or tissue stated in the glossary of the document called ‘Code for Radiation Protection in Planned Exposure Situations’ (2020) published by ARPANSA; and\nthe equivalent dose for the organ or tissue.\n- (a) while undergoing a diagnostic or therapeutic procedure involving the irradiation of the person; or\n- (b) while involved in carrying out a diagnostic or therapeutic procedure involving the irradiation of a person, other than as occupational exposure or as the treated person; or\n- (c) while involved in carrying out a radiation practice, as a voluntary participant in health-related research.\n- (a) the document called ‘Occupational Intakes of Radionuclides: Part 1 ’, and known as ‘ICRP Publication 130’ prepared by the International Commission on Radiological Protection; and\n- (b) the relevant part of the series called ‘Occupational Intakes of Radionuclides’ for the radionuclide.\n- (a) the document called ‘Occupational Intakes of Radionuclides: Part 2 ’, and known as ‘ICRP Publication 134’ prepared by the International Commission on Radiological Protection;\n- (b) the document called ‘Occupational Intakes of Radionuclides: Part 3 ’, and known as ‘ICRP Publication 137’ prepared by the International Commission on Radiological Protection;\n- (c) the document called ‘Occupational Intakes of Radionuclides: Part 4 ’, and known as ‘ICRP Publication 141’ prepared by the International Commission on Radiological Protection;\n- (d) the document called ‘Occupational Intakes of Radionuclides: Part 5 ’, and known as ‘ICRP Publication 151’ prepared by the International Commission on Radiological Protection.\n- (a) the tissue weighting factor for the organ or tissue stated in the glossary of the document called ‘Code for Radiation Protection in Planned Exposure Situations’ (2020) published by ARPANSA; and\n- (b) the equivalent dose for the organ or tissue.","sortOrder":71},{"sectionNumber":"sec.52","sectionType":"section","heading":"Exposure of particular persons— Act , s 37","content":"### sec.52 Exposure of particular persons— Act , s 37\n\nThis section applies if the radiation source for the radiation practice mentioned in section 37 (1) of the Act is an ionising radiation source.\nFor section 37 (2) (c) (i) of the Act , the following radiation dose limits are prescribed for the occupational exposure of a person to ionising radiation from the radiation source—\nfor an adult, other than a pregnant woman, while involved in carrying out the radiation practice—each of the doses stated in schedule 5 , part 1 ;\nfor a person who is 16 or 17 years, other than a pregnant woman, while involved in carrying out the radiation practice—each of the doses stated in schedule 5 , part 2 ;\nfor a pregnant woman, while involved in carrying out the radiation practice—a total effective dose of 1mSv during the remainder of the pregnancy;\nfor a person, other than while involved in carrying out the radiation practice—each of the doses stated in schedule 5 , part 3 .\nFor subsection (2) , a reference to a pregnant woman is a reference to a woman of whose pregnancy the person carrying out the radiation practice is aware, or ought reasonably be aware.\n(sec.52-ssec.1) This section applies if the radiation source for the radiation practice mentioned in section 37 (1) of the Act is an ionising radiation source.\n(sec.52-ssec.2) For section 37 (2) (c) (i) of the Act , the following radiation dose limits are prescribed for the occupational exposure of a person to ionising radiation from the radiation source— for an adult, other than a pregnant woman, while involved in carrying out the radiation practice—each of the doses stated in schedule 5 , part 1 ; for a person who is 16 or 17 years, other than a pregnant woman, while involved in carrying out the radiation practice—each of the doses stated in schedule 5 , part 2 ; for a pregnant woman, while involved in carrying out the radiation practice—a total effective dose of 1mSv during the remainder of the pregnancy; for a person, other than while involved in carrying out the radiation practice—each of the doses stated in schedule 5 , part 3 .\n(sec.52-ssec.3) For subsection (2) , a reference to a pregnant woman is a reference to a woman of whose pregnancy the person carrying out the radiation practice is aware, or ought reasonably be aware.\n- (a) for an adult, other than a pregnant woman, while involved in carrying out the radiation practice—each of the doses stated in schedule 5 , part 1 ;\n- (b) for a person who is 16 or 17 years, other than a pregnant woman, while involved in carrying out the radiation practice—each of the doses stated in schedule 5 , part 2 ;\n- (c) for a pregnant woman, while involved in carrying out the radiation practice—a total effective dose of 1mSv during the remainder of the pregnancy;\n- (d) for a person, other than while involved in carrying out the radiation practice—each of the doses stated in schedule 5 , part 3 .","sortOrder":72},{"sectionNumber":"sec.53","sectionType":"section","heading":"Exposure of particular persons— Act , s 41","content":"### sec.53 Exposure of particular persons— Act , s 41\n\nThis section applies if the radiation source for the diagnostic or therapeutic procedure mentioned in section 41 (5) of the Act is an ionising radiation source.\nFor section 41 (5) of the Act , the following radiation dose limits are prescribed for the occupational exposure of a person to ionising radiation from the radiation source—\nfor an adult, other than a pregnant woman—each of the doses stated in schedule 5 , part 1 ;\nfor a person who is 16 or 17 years, other than a pregnant woman—each of the doses stated in schedule 5 , part 2 ;\nfor a pregnant woman—a total effective dose of 1mSv during the remainder of the pregnancy.\nFor subsection (2) , a reference to a pregnant woman is a reference to a woman of whose pregnancy the use licensee carrying out the diagnostic or therapeutic procedure is aware, or ought reasonably be aware.\n(sec.53-ssec.1) This section applies if the radiation source for the diagnostic or therapeutic procedure mentioned in section 41 (5) of the Act is an ionising radiation source.\n(sec.53-ssec.2) For section 41 (5) of the Act , the following radiation dose limits are prescribed for the occupational exposure of a person to ionising radiation from the radiation source— for an adult, other than a pregnant woman—each of the doses stated in schedule 5 , part 1 ; for a person who is 16 or 17 years, other than a pregnant woman—each of the doses stated in schedule 5 , part 2 ; for a pregnant woman—a total effective dose of 1mSv during the remainder of the pregnancy.\n(sec.53-ssec.3) For subsection (2) , a reference to a pregnant woman is a reference to a woman of whose pregnancy the use licensee carrying out the diagnostic or therapeutic procedure is aware, or ought reasonably be aware.\n- (a) for an adult, other than a pregnant woman—each of the doses stated in schedule 5 , part 1 ;\n- (b) for a person who is 16 or 17 years, other than a pregnant woman—each of the doses stated in schedule 5 , part 2 ;\n- (c) for a pregnant woman—a total effective dose of 1mSv during the remainder of the pregnancy.","sortOrder":73},{"sectionNumber":"sec.54","sectionType":"section","heading":"Exposure of particular persons— Act , s 42","content":"### sec.54 Exposure of particular persons— Act , s 42\n\nThis section applies if the radiation source for the radiation practice mentioned in section 42 (1) of the Act is an ionising radiation source.\nFor section 42 (2) of the Act , the following radiation dose limits are prescribed for the occupational exposure of a person to ionising radiation from the radiation source—\nfor an adult, other than a pregnant woman, while involved in carrying out the radiation practice—each of the doses stated in schedule 5 , part 1 ;\nfor a person who is 16 or 17 years, other than a pregnant woman, while involved in carrying out the radiation practice—each of the doses stated in schedule 5 , part 2 ;\nfor a pregnant woman, while involved in carrying out the radiation practice—a total effective dose of 1mSv during the remainder of the pregnancy;\nfor a person, other than while involved in carrying out the radiation practice—each of the doses stated in schedule 5 , part 3 .\nFor subsection (2) , a reference to a pregnant woman is a reference to a woman of whose pregnancy the person carrying out the radiation practice is aware, or ought reasonably be aware.\n(sec.54-ssec.1) This section applies if the radiation source for the radiation practice mentioned in section 42 (1) of the Act is an ionising radiation source.\n(sec.54-ssec.2) For section 42 (2) of the Act , the following radiation dose limits are prescribed for the occupational exposure of a person to ionising radiation from the radiation source— for an adult, other than a pregnant woman, while involved in carrying out the radiation practice—each of the doses stated in schedule 5 , part 1 ; for a person who is 16 or 17 years, other than a pregnant woman, while involved in carrying out the radiation practice—each of the doses stated in schedule 5 , part 2 ; for a pregnant woman, while involved in carrying out the radiation practice—a total effective dose of 1mSv during the remainder of the pregnancy; for a person, other than while involved in carrying out the radiation practice—each of the doses stated in schedule 5 , part 3 .\n(sec.54-ssec.3) For subsection (2) , a reference to a pregnant woman is a reference to a woman of whose pregnancy the person carrying out the radiation practice is aware, or ought reasonably be aware.\n- (a) for an adult, other than a pregnant woman, while involved in carrying out the radiation practice—each of the doses stated in schedule 5 , part 1 ;\n- (b) for a person who is 16 or 17 years, other than a pregnant woman, while involved in carrying out the radiation practice—each of the doses stated in schedule 5 , part 2 ;\n- (c) for a pregnant woman, while involved in carrying out the radiation practice—a total effective dose of 1mSv during the remainder of the pregnancy;\n- (d) for a person, other than while involved in carrying out the radiation practice—each of the doses stated in schedule 5 , part 3 .","sortOrder":74},{"sectionNumber":"sec.55","sectionType":"section","heading":"Radiation hazards— Act , ss 127 , 132 and 133","content":"### sec.55 Radiation hazards— Act , ss 127 , 132 and 133\n\nThis section applies if the thing mentioned in section 127 (1) (a) , 132 (4) (b) or 133 (2) (c) of the Act is an ionising radiation source used to carry out a radiation practice.\nFor sections 127 (1) (b) , 132 (4) (b) and 133 (2) (c) of the Act , the following radiation dose limits are prescribed for the occupational exposure of a person to ionising radiation from the radiation source—\nfor an adult, other than a pregnant woman, while involved in carrying out the radiation practice—each of the doses stated in schedule 5 , part 1 ;\nfor a person who is 16 or 17 years, other than a pregnant woman, while involved in carrying out the radiation practice—each of the doses stated in schedule 5 , part 2 ;\nfor a pregnant woman, while involved in carrying out the radiation practice—a total effective dose of 1mSv during the remainder of the pregnancy;\nfor a person, other than while involved in carrying out the radiation practice—each of the doses stated in schedule 5 , part 3 .\nFor subsection (2) , a reference to a pregnant woman is a reference to a woman of whose pregnancy the inspector is aware, or ought reasonably be aware.\n(sec.55-ssec.1) This section applies if the thing mentioned in section 127 (1) (a) , 132 (4) (b) or 133 (2) (c) of the Act is an ionising radiation source used to carry out a radiation practice.\n(sec.55-ssec.2) For sections 127 (1) (b) , 132 (4) (b) and 133 (2) (c) of the Act , the following radiation dose limits are prescribed for the occupational exposure of a person to ionising radiation from the radiation source— for an adult, other than a pregnant woman, while involved in carrying out the radiation practice—each of the doses stated in schedule 5 , part 1 ; for a person who is 16 or 17 years, other than a pregnant woman, while involved in carrying out the radiation practice—each of the doses stated in schedule 5 , part 2 ; for a pregnant woman, while involved in carrying out the radiation practice—a total effective dose of 1mSv during the remainder of the pregnancy; for a person, other than while involved in carrying out the radiation practice—each of the doses stated in schedule 5 , part 3 .\n(sec.55-ssec.3) For subsection (2) , a reference to a pregnant woman is a reference to a woman of whose pregnancy the inspector is aware, or ought reasonably be aware.\n- (a) for an adult, other than a pregnant woman, while involved in carrying out the radiation practice—each of the doses stated in schedule 5 , part 1 ;\n- (b) for a person who is 16 or 17 years, other than a pregnant woman, while involved in carrying out the radiation practice—each of the doses stated in schedule 5 , part 2 ;\n- (c) for a pregnant woman, while involved in carrying out the radiation practice—a total effective dose of 1mSv during the remainder of the pregnancy;\n- (d) for a person, other than while involved in carrying out the radiation practice—each of the doses stated in schedule 5 , part 3 .","sortOrder":75},{"sectionNumber":"sec.56","sectionType":"section","heading":"Exposure of particular persons— Act , ss 37 and 42","content":"### sec.56 Exposure of particular persons— Act , ss 37 and 42\n\nThis section applies if the radiation source for the radiation practice mentioned in section 37 (1) or 42 (1) of the Act is an ionising radiation source.\nFor sections 37 (2) (c) (i) and 42 (2) of the Act , the radiation dose limits prescribed for the public exposure of a person to ionising radiation from the radiation source are each of the doses stated in schedule 5 , part 3 .\n(sec.56-ssec.1) This section applies if the radiation source for the radiation practice mentioned in section 37 (1) or 42 (1) of the Act is an ionising radiation source.\n(sec.56-ssec.2) For sections 37 (2) (c) (i) and 42 (2) of the Act , the radiation dose limits prescribed for the public exposure of a person to ionising radiation from the radiation source are each of the doses stated in schedule 5 , part 3 .","sortOrder":76},{"sectionNumber":"sec.57","sectionType":"section","heading":"Radiation hazards— Act , ss 127 , 132 and 133","content":"### sec.57 Radiation hazards— Act , ss 127 , 132 and 133\n\nThis section applies if the thing mentioned in section 127 (1) (a) , 132 (4) (b) or 133 (2) (c) of the Act is an ionising radiation source.\nFor sections 127 (1) (b) , 132 (4) (b) and 133 (2) (c) of the Act , the radiation dose limits prescribed for the public exposure of a person to ionising radiation from the radiation source are each of the radiation doses stated in schedule 5 , part 3 .\n(sec.57-ssec.1) This section applies if the thing mentioned in section 127 (1) (a) , 132 (4) (b) or 133 (2) (c) of the Act is an ionising radiation source.\n(sec.57-ssec.2) For sections 127 (1) (b) , 132 (4) (b) and 133 (2) (c) of the Act , the radiation dose limits prescribed for the public exposure of a person to ionising radiation from the radiation source are each of the radiation doses stated in schedule 5 , part 3 .","sortOrder":77},{"sectionNumber":"sec.58","sectionType":"section","heading":"Exposure of particular persons— Act , ss 37 and 41","content":"### sec.58 Exposure of particular persons— Act , ss 37 and 41\n\nThis section applies if—\na use licensee, under the licence, uses an ionising radiation source to carry out a diagnostic or therapeutic procedure involving the irradiation of a person as the treated person; and\na person, other than the treated person, involved in carrying out the procedure is exposed to ionising radiation.\nFor sections 37 (2) (c) (i) and 41 (5) of the Act , the radiation dose limit prescribed for the exposure of the person involved in carrying out the diagnostic or therapeutic procedure to ionising radiation from the radiation source is a total effective dose of 5mSv in any 12-month period.\nSubsection (2) does not apply if the exposure is an occupational exposure to the ionising radiation.\n(sec.58-ssec.1) This section applies if— a use licensee, under the licence, uses an ionising radiation source to carry out a diagnostic or therapeutic procedure involving the irradiation of a person as the treated person; and a person, other than the treated person, involved in carrying out the procedure is exposed to ionising radiation.\n(sec.58-ssec.2) For sections 37 (2) (c) (i) and 41 (5) of the Act , the radiation dose limit prescribed for the exposure of the person involved in carrying out the diagnostic or therapeutic procedure to ionising radiation from the radiation source is a total effective dose of 5mSv in any 12-month period.\n(sec.58-ssec.3) Subsection (2) does not apply if the exposure is an occupational exposure to the ionising radiation.\n- (a) a use licensee, under the licence, uses an ionising radiation source to carry out a diagnostic or therapeutic procedure involving the irradiation of a person as the treated person; and\n- (b) a person, other than the treated person, involved in carrying out the procedure is exposed to ionising radiation.","sortOrder":78},{"sectionNumber":"sec.58A","sectionType":"section","heading":"Exposure of particular persons— Act , s 42A","content":"### sec.58A Exposure of particular persons— Act , s 42A\n\nFor section 42A (2) of the Act , the following radiation dose limits are prescribed for ionising radiation—\nfor the occupational exposure of an adult—a total effective dose of 20mSv in any 12-month period;\nfor the occupational exposure of a person who is 16 or 17 years—a total effective dose of 6mSv in any 12-month period;\nfor the public exposure of a person—a total effective dose of 1mSv in any 12-month period.\ns 58A ins 2023 SL No. 159 s 4\n- (a) for the occupational exposure of an adult—a total effective dose of 20mSv in any 12-month period;\n- (b) for the occupational exposure of a person who is 16 or 17 years—a total effective dose of 6mSv in any 12-month period;\n- (c) for the public exposure of a person—a total effective dose of 1mSv in any 12-month period.","sortOrder":79},{"sectionNumber":"sec.59","sectionType":"section","heading":"Radiation hazards— Act , ss 127 , 132 and 133","content":"### sec.59 Radiation hazards— Act , ss 127 , 132 and 133\n\nThis section applies if—\nthe thing mentioned in section 127 (1) (a) , 132 (4) (b) or 133 (2) (c) of the Act is an ionising radiation source; and\nthe place mentioned in section 127 (1) (a) of the Act is a place at which a diagnostic or therapeutic procedure involving the irradiation of a person is carried out.\nFor sections 127 (1) (b) , 132 (4) (b) and 133 (2) (c) of the Act , the radiation dose limit prescribed for the exposure of a person, other than a treated person, to ionising radiation from the radiation source is a total effective dose of 5mSv in any 12-month period.\nSubsection (2) does not apply if the exposure is an occupational exposure to the ionising radiation.\n(sec.59-ssec.1) This section applies if— the thing mentioned in section 127 (1) (a) , 132 (4) (b) or 133 (2) (c) of the Act is an ionising radiation source; and the place mentioned in section 127 (1) (a) of the Act is a place at which a diagnostic or therapeutic procedure involving the irradiation of a person is carried out.\n(sec.59-ssec.2) For sections 127 (1) (b) , 132 (4) (b) and 133 (2) (c) of the Act , the radiation dose limit prescribed for the exposure of a person, other than a treated person, to ionising radiation from the radiation source is a total effective dose of 5mSv in any 12-month period.\n(sec.59-ssec.3) Subsection (2) does not apply if the exposure is an occupational exposure to the ionising radiation.\n- (a) the thing mentioned in section 127 (1) (a) , 132 (4) (b) or 133 (2) (c) of the Act is an ionising radiation source; and\n- (b) the place mentioned in section 127 (1) (a) of the Act is a place at which a diagnostic or therapeutic procedure involving the irradiation of a person is carried out.","sortOrder":80},{"sectionNumber":"sec.60","sectionType":"section","heading":null,"content":"### Section sec.60\n\ns 60 om 2023 SL No. 159 s 5","sortOrder":81},{"sectionNumber":"pt.8-div.2","sectionType":"division","heading":"Non-ionising radiation","content":"## Non-ionising radiation","sortOrder":82},{"sectionNumber":"sec.61","sectionType":"section","heading":"Exposure of particular persons to non-ionising radiation— Act , s 37","content":"### sec.61 Exposure of particular persons to non-ionising radiation— Act , s 37\n\nThis section applies if the radiation source mentioned in section 37 (1) of the Act is a laser apparatus used to carry out a diagnostic, therapeutic or cosmetic procedure.\nFor section 37 (2) (c) (ii) of the Act , the radiation dose limit prescribed for the exposure of a person to non-ionising radiation from the radiation source is the radiation dose resulting from exposure to the maximum permissible exposure values calculated in accordance with Annex A of the laser standard.\n(sec.61-ssec.1) This section applies if the radiation source mentioned in section 37 (1) of the Act is a laser apparatus used to carry out a diagnostic, therapeutic or cosmetic procedure.\n(sec.61-ssec.2) For section 37 (2) (c) (ii) of the Act , the radiation dose limit prescribed for the exposure of a person to non-ionising radiation from the radiation source is the radiation dose resulting from exposure to the maximum permissible exposure values calculated in accordance with Annex A of the laser standard.","sortOrder":83},{"sectionNumber":"sec.62","sectionType":"section","heading":"Exposure of particular persons to non-ionising radiation— Act , s 41","content":"### sec.62 Exposure of particular persons to non-ionising radiation— Act , s 41\n\nThis section applies if the radiation source for the radiation practice mentioned in section 41 (5) of the Act is a laser apparatus used to carry out a diagnostic or therapeutic procedure.\nFor section 41 (5) of the Act , the radiation dose limit prescribed for the exposure of a person to non-ionising radiation from the radiation source is the radiation dose resulting from exposure to the maximum permissible exposure values calculated in accordance with Annex A of the laser standard.\n(sec.62-ssec.1) This section applies if the radiation source for the radiation practice mentioned in section 41 (5) of the Act is a laser apparatus used to carry out a diagnostic or therapeutic procedure.\n(sec.62-ssec.2) For section 41 (5) of the Act , the radiation dose limit prescribed for the exposure of a person to non-ionising radiation from the radiation source is the radiation dose resulting from exposure to the maximum permissible exposure values calculated in accordance with Annex A of the laser standard.","sortOrder":84},{"sectionNumber":"sec.63","sectionType":"section","heading":"Exposure of particular persons to non-ionising radiation during cosmetic procedure— Act , s 42","content":"### sec.63 Exposure of particular persons to non-ionising radiation during cosmetic procedure— Act , s 42\n\nThis section applies if the radiation source for the radiation practice mentioned in section 42 (1) of the Act is a laser apparatus used to carry out a cosmetic procedure.\nFor section 42 (2) of the Act , the radiation dose limit prescribed for the exposure of a person to non-ionising radiation from the radiation source is the radiation dose resulting from exposure to the maximum permissible exposure values calculated in accordance with Annex A of the laser standard.\n(sec.63-ssec.1) This section applies if the radiation source for the radiation practice mentioned in section 42 (1) of the Act is a laser apparatus used to carry out a cosmetic procedure.\n(sec.63-ssec.2) For section 42 (2) of the Act , the radiation dose limit prescribed for the exposure of a person to non-ionising radiation from the radiation source is the radiation dose resulting from exposure to the maximum permissible exposure values calculated in accordance with Annex A of the laser standard.","sortOrder":85},{"sectionNumber":"sec.64","sectionType":"section","heading":"Radiation hazards— Act , ss 127 , 132 and 133","content":"### sec.64 Radiation hazards— Act , ss 127 , 132 and 133\n\nThis section applies if the thing mentioned in section 127 (1) (a) , 132 (4) (b) or 133 (2) (c) of the Act is a radiation apparatus that is a laser.\nFor sections 127 (1) (b) , 132 (4) (b) and 133 (2) (c) of the Act , the radiation dose limit prescribed for the exposure of a person to non-ionising radiation from the radiation apparatus is the radiation dose resulting from exposure to the maximum permissible exposure values calculated in accordance with Annex A of the laser standard.\n(sec.64-ssec.1) This section applies if the thing mentioned in section 127 (1) (a) , 132 (4) (b) or 133 (2) (c) of the Act is a radiation apparatus that is a laser.\n(sec.64-ssec.2) For sections 127 (1) (b) , 132 (4) (b) and 133 (2) (c) of the Act , the radiation dose limit prescribed for the exposure of a person to non-ionising radiation from the radiation apparatus is the radiation dose resulting from exposure to the maximum permissible exposure values calculated in accordance with Annex A of the laser standard.","sortOrder":86},{"sectionNumber":"pt.9","sectionType":"part","heading":"Authorised persons","content":"# Authorised persons","sortOrder":87},{"sectionNumber":"sec.65","sectionType":"section","heading":"Authorised persons for diagnostic or therapeutic procedures— Act , s 41","content":"### sec.65 Authorised persons for diagnostic or therapeutic procedures— Act , s 41\n\nFor section 41 (1) of the Act —\nfor a diagnostic procedure stated in schedule 6 , part 1 , column 1, a person stated in schedule 6 , part 1 , column 2 opposite the procedure is an authorised person; or\nfor a therapeutic procedure stated in schedule 6 , part 2 , column 1, a person stated in schedule 6 , part 2 , column 2 opposite the procedure is an authorised person.\n- (a) for a diagnostic procedure stated in schedule 6 , part 1 , column 1, a person stated in schedule 6 , part 1 , column 2 opposite the procedure is an authorised person; or\n- (b) for a therapeutic procedure stated in schedule 6 , part 2 , column 1, a person stated in schedule 6 , part 2 , column 2 opposite the procedure is an authorised person.","sortOrder":88},{"sectionNumber":"sec.66","sectionType":"section","heading":"Physician assistant authorised under practice plan— Act , s 41","content":"### sec.66 Physician assistant authorised under practice plan— Act , s 41\n\nFor section 41 (1) of the Act , a physician assistant is authorised to request a diagnostic procedure stated in schedule 6 , part 1 , column 1 if—\nthe practice plan for the physician assistant states that the physician assistant may request the diagnostic procedure; and\nthe physician assistant requests the diagnostic procedure under the supervision of the physician assistant’s supervising medical officer; and\nthe supervising medical officer is authorised under section 65 to request the diagnostic procedure.\nIn this section—\nphysician assistant means a person—\nappointed by the chief executive, and employed by the department, as a physician assistant; or\nappointed by a Hospital and Health Service, and employed by the Service, as a physician assistant.\npractice plan , for a physician assistant, means a document that—\nis developed and signed by the physician assistant and the physician assistant’s supervising medical officer; and\nstates the circumstances and conditions for a physician assistant to request a specified diagnostic procedure; and\nis in a form approved by the chief executive.\nsupervising medical officer , for a physician assistant, means a person who—\nis a medical practitioner; and\nsupervises the work performed by the physician assistant in the physician assistant’s employment with the department or a Hospital and Health Service.\ns 66 amd 2024 SL No. 92 s 16\n(sec.66-ssec.1) For section 41 (1) of the Act , a physician assistant is authorised to request a diagnostic procedure stated in schedule 6 , part 1 , column 1 if— the practice plan for the physician assistant states that the physician assistant may request the diagnostic procedure; and the physician assistant requests the diagnostic procedure under the supervision of the physician assistant’s supervising medical officer; and the supervising medical officer is authorised under section 65 to request the diagnostic procedure.\n(sec.66-ssec.2) In this section— physician assistant means a person— appointed by the chief executive, and employed by the department, as a physician assistant; or appointed by a Hospital and Health Service, and employed by the Service, as a physician assistant. practice plan , for a physician assistant, means a document that— is developed and signed by the physician assistant and the physician assistant’s supervising medical officer; and states the circumstances and conditions for a physician assistant to request a specified diagnostic procedure; and is in a form approved by the chief executive. supervising medical officer , for a physician assistant, means a person who— is a medical practitioner; and supervises the work performed by the physician assistant in the physician assistant’s employment with the department or a Hospital and Health Service.\n- (a) the practice plan for the physician assistant states that the physician assistant may request the diagnostic procedure; and\n- (b) the physician assistant requests the diagnostic procedure under the supervision of the physician assistant’s supervising medical officer; and\n- (c) the supervising medical officer is authorised under section 65 to request the diagnostic procedure.\n- (a) appointed by the chief executive, and employed by the department, as a physician assistant; or\n- (b) appointed by a Hospital and Health Service, and employed by the Service, as a physician assistant.\n- (a) is developed and signed by the physician assistant and the physician assistant’s supervising medical officer; and\n- (b) states the circumstances and conditions for a physician assistant to request a specified diagnostic procedure; and\n- (c) is in a form approved by the chief executive.\n- (a) is a medical practitioner; and\n- (b) supervises the work performed by the physician assistant in the physician assistant’s employment with the department or a Hospital and Health Service.","sortOrder":89},{"sectionNumber":"pt.10","sectionType":"part","heading":"Banned radiation sources","content":"# Banned radiation sources","sortOrder":90},{"sectionNumber":"sec.67","sectionType":"section","heading":"Banned radiation source for possession— Act , s 47","content":"### sec.67 Banned radiation source for possession— Act , s 47\n\nFor section 47 (1) of the Act , a relevant solarium is prescribed to be a banned radiation source in relation to the possession of the relevant solarium.","sortOrder":91},{"sectionNumber":"pt.11","sectionType":"part","heading":"Act instruments","content":"# Act instruments","sortOrder":92},{"sectionNumber":"pt.11-div.1","sectionType":"division","heading":"General","content":"## General","sortOrder":93},{"sectionNumber":"sec.68","sectionType":"section","heading":"Applications requiring proof of identity— Act , s 51","content":"### sec.68 Applications requiring proof of identity— Act , s 51\n\nFor section 51 (2) of the Act , the following Act instruments are prescribed—\na licence;\nan accreditation certificate;\na radiation safety officer certificate.\ns 68 sub 2022 SL No. 87 s 17\n- (a) a licence;\n- (b) an accreditation certificate;\n- (c) a radiation safety officer certificate.","sortOrder":94},{"sectionNumber":"sec.69","sectionType":"section","heading":"Prescribed sealed radioactive substance— Act , s 52","content":"### sec.69 Prescribed sealed radioactive substance— Act , s 52\n\nFor section 52 (2) of the Act , definition prescribed sealed radioactive substance , an iodine-125 seed with an activity of not more than 40MBq is prescribed for brachytherapy.\nIn this section—\niodine-125 seed means iodine-125 as a sealed radioactive substance.\n(sec.69-ssec.1) For section 52 (2) of the Act , definition prescribed sealed radioactive substance , an iodine-125 seed with an activity of not more than 40MBq is prescribed for brachytherapy.\n(sec.69-ssec.2) In this section— iodine-125 seed means iodine-125 as a sealed radioactive substance.","sortOrder":95},{"sectionNumber":"sec.70","sectionType":"section","heading":"Standard conditions for possession, use and transport licences— Act , s 75","content":"### sec.70 Standard conditions for possession, use and transport licences— Act , s 75\n\nFor section 75 (3) of the Act , the code, protocol, standard or document mentioned in column 2 of the following table, and published by ARPANSA, is prescribed for the radiation practice mentioned opposite in column 1 of the table—\nColumn 1\nRadiation practice to which the possession licence or use licence relates\nColumn 2\nCode, protocol, standard or document\n1\npossess or use an ionising radiation source to carry out a diagnostic or therapeutic procedure involving the irradiation of an animal\nCode of Practice for Radiation Protection in Veterinary Medicine (2009)\n2\npossess or use an ionising radiation source to carry out a diagnostic or therapeutic procedure involving the irradiation of a person\nCode for Radiation Protection in Medical Exposure (2019)\n3\npossess or use an ionising radiation source to carry out a diagnostic procedure involving the irradiation of a person by a chiropractor\nCode of Practice for Radiation Protection in the Application of Ionizing Radiation by Chiropractors (2009)\n4\npossess or use an ionising radiation source for dental diagnostic imaging involving the irradiation of a person\nCode for Radiation Protection in Dental Exposure (2025)\n5\npossess or use an ionising radiation source for conducting health-related research on persons\nCode of Practice for the Exposure of Humans to Ionizing Radiation for Research Purposes (2005)\n6\npossess or use an ionising radiation source for industrial gauging\nCode of Practice for Safe Use of Fixed Radiation Gauges (2007)\n7\npossess or use a radiation source that is a security enhanced source\nCode of Practice for the Security of Radioactive Sources (2019)\n8\npossess or use a radioactive substance to carry out a diagnostic or therapeutic procedure involving the irradiation of a person\nRecommendations for the Discharge of Patients Undergoing Treatment with Radioactive Substances (2002)\n9\npossess or use a sealed source apparatus for density gauging or moisture gauging for geotechnical purposes\nCode of Practice for Portable Density/Moisture Gauges Containing Radioactive Sources (2004)\nFor section 75 (4) of the Act , the codes, protocols, standards or documents prescribed are—\nfor the transport of any radioactive substance—the transport code of practice; and\nfor the transport of a radiation source that is a security enhanced source—the ‘Code of Practice for the Security of Radioactive Sources (2019)’ published by ARPANSA.\ns 70 amd 2025 SL No. 121 s 12\n(sec.70-ssec.1) For section 75 (3) of the Act , the code, protocol, standard or document mentioned in column 2 of the following table, and published by ARPANSA, is prescribed for the radiation practice mentioned opposite in column 1 of the table— Column 1 Radiation practice to which the possession licence or use licence relates Column 2 Code, protocol, standard or document 1 possess or use an ionising radiation source to carry out a diagnostic or therapeutic procedure involving the irradiation of an animal Code of Practice for Radiation Protection in Veterinary Medicine (2009) 2 possess or use an ionising radiation source to carry out a diagnostic or therapeutic procedure involving the irradiation of a person Code for Radiation Protection in Medical Exposure (2019) 3 possess or use an ionising radiation source to carry out a diagnostic procedure involving the irradiation of a person by a chiropractor Code of Practice for Radiation Protection in the Application of Ionizing Radiation by Chiropractors (2009) 4 possess or use an ionising radiation source for dental diagnostic imaging involving the irradiation of a person Code for Radiation Protection in Dental Exposure (2025) 5 possess or use an ionising radiation source for conducting health-related research on persons Code of Practice for the Exposure of Humans to Ionizing Radiation for Research Purposes (2005) 6 possess or use an ionising radiation source for industrial gauging Code of Practice for Safe Use of Fixed Radiation Gauges (2007) 7 possess or use a radiation source that is a security enhanced source Code of Practice for the Security of Radioactive Sources (2019) 8 possess or use a radioactive substance to carry out a diagnostic or therapeutic procedure involving the irradiation of a person Recommendations for the Discharge of Patients Undergoing Treatment with Radioactive Substances (2002) 9 possess or use a sealed source apparatus for density gauging or moisture gauging for geotechnical purposes Code of Practice for Portable Density/Moisture Gauges Containing Radioactive Sources (2004)\n(sec.70-ssec.2) For section 75 (4) of the Act , the codes, protocols, standards or documents prescribed are— for the transport of any radioactive substance—the transport code of practice; and for the transport of a radiation source that is a security enhanced source—the ‘Code of Practice for the Security of Radioactive Sources (2019)’ published by ARPANSA.\n- (a) for the transport of any radioactive substance—the transport code of practice; and\n- (b) for the transport of a radiation source that is a security enhanced source—the ‘Code of Practice for the Security of Radioactive Sources (2019)’ published by ARPANSA.","sortOrder":96},{"sectionNumber":"sec.71","sectionType":"section","heading":"Notification of change in circumstances— Act , s 92","content":"### sec.71 Notification of change in circumstances— Act , s 92\n\nFor section 92 (2) of the Act , the following changes in the holder’s circumstances are prescribed—\nfor the holder of a licence—\nif the licence holder is not a prescribed licensee—a change in the holder’s name; or\nif the licence is a use licence and the holder is a health practitioner or a veterinary surgeon—\na change in the holder’s accreditation, enrolment or registration as a health practitioner or a veterinary surgeon; or\na change in a condition attaching to the holder’s accreditation, enrolment or registration;\nfor the holder of an accreditation certificate—\na change in the holder’s name; or\na change in the holder’s contact details;\nfor the holder of a continuing approval to acquire—a change in the holder’s name;\nfor the holder of a radiation safety officer certificate—a change in the holder’s name.\nIn this section—\nveterinary surgeon see the Veterinary Surgeons Act 1936 , schedule.\n(sec.71-ssec.1) For section 92 (2) of the Act , the following changes in the holder’s circumstances are prescribed— for the holder of a licence— if the licence holder is not a prescribed licensee—a change in the holder’s name; or if the licence is a use licence and the holder is a health practitioner or a veterinary surgeon— a change in the holder’s accreditation, enrolment or registration as a health practitioner or a veterinary surgeon; or a change in a condition attaching to the holder’s accreditation, enrolment or registration; for the holder of an accreditation certificate— a change in the holder’s name; or a change in the holder’s contact details; for the holder of a continuing approval to acquire—a change in the holder’s name; for the holder of a radiation safety officer certificate—a change in the holder’s name.\n(sec.71-ssec.2) In this section— veterinary surgeon see the Veterinary Surgeons Act 1936 , schedule.\n- (a) for the holder of a licence— (i) if the licence holder is not a prescribed licensee—a change in the holder’s name; or (ii) if the licence is a use licence and the holder is a health practitioner or a veterinary surgeon— (A) a change in the holder’s accreditation, enrolment or registration as a health practitioner or a veterinary surgeon; or (B) a change in a condition attaching to the holder’s accreditation, enrolment or registration;\n- (i) if the licence holder is not a prescribed licensee—a change in the holder’s name; or\n- (ii) if the licence is a use licence and the holder is a health practitioner or a veterinary surgeon— (A) a change in the holder’s accreditation, enrolment or registration as a health practitioner or a veterinary surgeon; or (B) a change in a condition attaching to the holder’s accreditation, enrolment or registration;\n- (A) a change in the holder’s accreditation, enrolment or registration as a health practitioner or a veterinary surgeon; or\n- (B) a change in a condition attaching to the holder’s accreditation, enrolment or registration;\n- (b) for the holder of an accreditation certificate— (i) a change in the holder’s name; or (ii) a change in the holder’s contact details;\n- (i) a change in the holder’s name; or\n- (ii) a change in the holder’s contact details;\n- (c) for the holder of a continuing approval to acquire—a change in the holder’s name;\n- (d) for the holder of a radiation safety officer certificate—a change in the holder’s name.\n- (i) if the licence holder is not a prescribed licensee—a change in the holder’s name; or\n- (ii) if the licence is a use licence and the holder is a health practitioner or a veterinary surgeon— (A) a change in the holder’s accreditation, enrolment or registration as a health practitioner or a veterinary surgeon; or (B) a change in a condition attaching to the holder’s accreditation, enrolment or registration;\n- (A) a change in the holder’s accreditation, enrolment or registration as a health practitioner or a veterinary surgeon; or\n- (B) a change in a condition attaching to the holder’s accreditation, enrolment or registration;\n- (A) a change in the holder’s accreditation, enrolment or registration as a health practitioner or a veterinary surgeon; or\n- (B) a change in a condition attaching to the holder’s accreditation, enrolment or registration;\n- (i) a change in the holder’s name; or\n- (ii) a change in the holder’s contact details;","sortOrder":97},{"sectionNumber":"sec.72","sectionType":"section","heading":"Relevant offence— Act , sch 2","content":"### sec.72 Relevant offence— Act , sch 2\n\nFor schedule 2 of the Act , definition relevant offence , paragraph (d) , each of the following offences is prescribed—\nan offence against the Criminal Code (Cwlth) , chapter 5 ;\nan offence against a State law corresponding to an offence mentioned in the Criminal Code (Cwlth) , part 5.1 , other than an offence mentioned in schedule 2 of the Act , definition relevant offence , paragraph (a) , (b) or (c) ;\nan offence against the Weapons of Mass Destruction (Prevention of Proliferation) Act 1995 (Cwlth) , section 9 ;\nan offence against the Customs Act 1901 (Cwlth) relating to the importation or exportation of radioactive material;\nan identity-related offence, including an offence related to—\nassuming another person’s identity; or\ncounterfeiting documents related to a person’s identity; or\nfalsifying documents related to a person’s identity;\nan offence related to the hijacking or destruction of an aircraft or sea vessel;\nan offence involving an explosive, including an offence related to possession or supply;\nan offence involving a weapon, including an offence related to—\nuse or possession, other than of a firearm; or\nsupply, production, importation or exportation;\nan offence involving a prohibited drug, including an offence related to—\npossession, if the maximum penalty prescribed is more than 2 years imprisonment; or\npossession of equipment for the manufacture of a prohibited drug; or\nsupply, other than sale.\n- (a) an offence against the Criminal Code (Cwlth) , chapter 5 ;\n- (b) an offence against a State law corresponding to an offence mentioned in the Criminal Code (Cwlth) , part 5.1 , other than an offence mentioned in schedule 2 of the Act , definition relevant offence , paragraph (a) , (b) or (c) ;\n- (c) an offence against the Weapons of Mass Destruction (Prevention of Proliferation) Act 1995 (Cwlth) , section 9 ;\n- (d) an offence against the Customs Act 1901 (Cwlth) relating to the importation or exportation of radioactive material;\n- (e) an identity-related offence, including an offence related to— (i) assuming another person’s identity; or (ii) counterfeiting documents related to a person’s identity; or (iii) falsifying documents related to a person’s identity;\n- (i) assuming another person’s identity; or\n- (ii) counterfeiting documents related to a person’s identity; or\n- (iii) falsifying documents related to a person’s identity;\n- (f) an offence related to the hijacking or destruction of an aircraft or sea vessel;\n- (g) an offence involving an explosive, including an offence related to possession or supply;\n- (h) an offence involving a weapon, including an offence related to— (i) use or possession, other than of a firearm; or (ii) supply, production, importation or exportation;\n- (i) use or possession, other than of a firearm; or\n- (ii) supply, production, importation or exportation;\n- (i) an offence involving a prohibited drug, including an offence related to— (i) possession, if the maximum penalty prescribed is more than 2 years imprisonment; or (ii) possession of equipment for the manufacture of a prohibited drug; or (iii) supply, other than sale.\n- (i) possession, if the maximum penalty prescribed is more than 2 years imprisonment; or\n- (ii) possession of equipment for the manufacture of a prohibited drug; or\n- (iii) supply, other than sale.\n- (i) assuming another person’s identity; or\n- (ii) counterfeiting documents related to a person’s identity; or\n- (iii) falsifying documents related to a person’s identity;\n- (i) use or possession, other than of a firearm; or\n- (ii) supply, production, importation or exportation;\n- (i) possession, if the maximum penalty prescribed is more than 2 years imprisonment; or\n- (ii) possession of equipment for the manufacture of a prohibited drug; or\n- (iii) supply, other than sale.","sortOrder":98},{"sectionNumber":"pt.11-div.2","sectionType":"division","heading":"Prescribed licensees","content":"## Prescribed licensees","sortOrder":99},{"sectionNumber":"sec.73","sectionType":"section","heading":"Definitions for division","content":"### sec.73 Definitions for division\n\nIn this division—\napproved program of study , for a health profession, see the Health Practitioner Regulation National Law , section 5 .\napproved qualification , for a health profession, see the Health Practitioner Regulation National Law , section 5 .\ns 73 sub 2024 SL No. 92 s 17","sortOrder":100},{"sectionNumber":"sec.73A","sectionType":"section","heading":"Dental practitioners","content":"### sec.73A Dental practitioners\n\nThis section applies in relation to the following persons—\ndentists;\ndental hygienists;\ndental therapists;\noral health therapists.\nFor section 103K (1) (a) and (2) (a) of the Act , the classes of persons mentioned in subsection (1) are prescribed.\nFor section 103K (2) (b) of the Act , the radiation source a prescribed licensee under this section is allowed to use is an intra-oral dental plain diagnostic imaging x-ray radiation apparatus.\nFor section 103K (2) (c) of the Act , the radiation practice a prescribed licensee under this section is allowed to carry out is intra-oral dental plain diagnostic imaging involving the irradiation of a person.\nIn this section—\ndental hygienist means a person registered under the Health Practitioner Regulation National Law to practise in the dental hygienists division of the dental profession, other than as a student.\ns 73A ins 2024 SL No. 92 s 17\namd 2025 SL No. 121 s 13\n(sec.73A-ssec.1) This section applies in relation to the following persons— dentists; dental hygienists; dental therapists; oral health therapists.\n(sec.73A-ssec.2) For section 103K (1) (a) and (2) (a) of the Act , the classes of persons mentioned in subsection (1) are prescribed.\n(sec.73A-ssec.3) For section 103K (2) (b) of the Act , the radiation source a prescribed licensee under this section is allowed to use is an intra-oral dental plain diagnostic imaging x-ray radiation apparatus.\n(sec.73A-ssec.4) For section 103K (2) (c) of the Act , the radiation practice a prescribed licensee under this section is allowed to carry out is intra-oral dental plain diagnostic imaging involving the irradiation of a person.\n(sec.73A-ssec.5) In this section— dental hygienist means a person registered under the Health Practitioner Regulation National Law to practise in the dental hygienists division of the dental profession, other than as a student.\n- (a) dentists;\n- (b) dental hygienists;\n- (c) dental therapists;\n- (d) oral health therapists.","sortOrder":101},{"sectionNumber":"sec.73B","sectionType":"section","heading":"Particular students in dental profession","content":"### sec.73B Particular students in dental profession\n\nThis section applies in relation to persons registered under the Health Practitioner Regulation National Law to practise, as students, in the following divisions of the dental profession—\nthe dentists division;\nthe dental hygienists division;\nthe dental therapists division;\nthe oral health therapists division.\nFor section 103K (1) (a) and (2) (a) of the Act , the classes of persons mentioned in subsection (1) are prescribed.\nFor section 103K (2) (b) of the Act , the radiation source a prescribed licensee under this section is allowed to use is an intra-oral or extra-oral dental plain diagnostic imaging x-ray radiation apparatus.\nFor section 103K (2) (c) of the Act , the radiation practice a prescribed licensee under this section is allowed to carry out is intra-oral or extra-oral dental plain diagnostic imaging involving the irradiation of a person.\nFor section 103K (4) of the Act , a prescribed licensee under this section must only use a radiation source mentioned in subsection (3) in the course of supervised activities undertaken as part of—\nan approved program of study for the dental profession; or\nclinical training in the dental profession.\ns 73B ins 2024 SL No. 92 s 17\n(sec.73B-ssec.1) This section applies in relation to persons registered under the Health Practitioner Regulation National Law to practise, as students, in the following divisions of the dental profession— the dentists division; the dental hygienists division; the dental therapists division; the oral health therapists division.\n(sec.73B-ssec.2) For section 103K (1) (a) and (2) (a) of the Act , the classes of persons mentioned in subsection (1) are prescribed.\n(sec.73B-ssec.3) For section 103K (2) (b) of the Act , the radiation source a prescribed licensee under this section is allowed to use is an intra-oral or extra-oral dental plain diagnostic imaging x-ray radiation apparatus.\n(sec.73B-ssec.4) For section 103K (2) (c) of the Act , the radiation practice a prescribed licensee under this section is allowed to carry out is intra-oral or extra-oral dental plain diagnostic imaging involving the irradiation of a person.\n(sec.73B-ssec.5) For section 103K (4) of the Act , a prescribed licensee under this section must only use a radiation source mentioned in subsection (3) in the course of supervised activities undertaken as part of— an approved program of study for the dental profession; or clinical training in the dental profession. s 73B ins 2024 SL No. 92 s 17\n- (a) the dentists division;\n- (b) the dental hygienists division;\n- (c) the dental therapists division;\n- (d) the oral health therapists division.\n- (a) an approved program of study for the dental profession; or\n- (b) clinical training in the dental profession.","sortOrder":102},{"sectionNumber":"sec.73BA","sectionType":"section","heading":"Diagnostic radiographers","content":"### sec.73BA Diagnostic radiographers\n\nThis section applies in relation to persons registered under the Health Practitioner Regulation National Law to practise, other than as students, in the diagnostic radiographers division of the medical radiation practice profession.\nFor section 103K (1) (a) and (2) (a) of the Act , the class of persons mentioned in subsection (1) is prescribed.\nFor section 103K (2) (b) of the Act , the radiation sources a prescribed licensee under this section is allowed to use are the following—\na plain diagnostic imaging x-ray radiation apparatus;\na fluoroscopic imaging x-ray radiation apparatus;\na computed tomography imaging x-ray radiation apparatus;\na dual energy x-ray absorptiometry radiation apparatus.\nFor section 103K (2) (c) of the Act , the radiation practices a prescribed licensee under this section is allowed to carry out are the following—\nplain diagnostic imaging involving the irradiation of a person;\nfluoroscopic imaging involving the irradiation of a person during general procedures;\ncomputed tomography imaging involving the irradiation of a person;\nbone mineral densitometry involving the irradiation of a person.\ns 73BA ins 2025 SL No. 121 s 14\n(sec.73BA-ssec.1) This section applies in relation to persons registered under the Health Practitioner Regulation National Law to practise, other than as students, in the diagnostic radiographers division of the medical radiation practice profession.\n(sec.73BA-ssec.2) For section 103K (1) (a) and (2) (a) of the Act , the class of persons mentioned in subsection (1) is prescribed.\n(sec.73BA-ssec.3) For section 103K (2) (b) of the Act , the radiation sources a prescribed licensee under this section is allowed to use are the following— a plain diagnostic imaging x-ray radiation apparatus; a fluoroscopic imaging x-ray radiation apparatus; a computed tomography imaging x-ray radiation apparatus; a dual energy x-ray absorptiometry radiation apparatus.\n(sec.73BA-ssec.4) For section 103K (2) (c) of the Act , the radiation practices a prescribed licensee under this section is allowed to carry out are the following— plain diagnostic imaging involving the irradiation of a person; fluoroscopic imaging involving the irradiation of a person during general procedures; computed tomography imaging involving the irradiation of a person; bone mineral densitometry involving the irradiation of a person.\n- (a) a plain diagnostic imaging x-ray radiation apparatus;\n- (b) a fluoroscopic imaging x-ray radiation apparatus;\n- (c) a computed tomography imaging x-ray radiation apparatus;\n- (d) a dual energy x-ray absorptiometry radiation apparatus.\n- (a) plain diagnostic imaging involving the irradiation of a person;\n- (b) fluoroscopic imaging involving the irradiation of a person during general procedures;\n- (c) computed tomography imaging involving the irradiation of a person;\n- (d) bone mineral densitometry involving the irradiation of a person.","sortOrder":103},{"sectionNumber":"sec.73C","sectionType":"section","heading":"Student diagnostic radiographers","content":"### sec.73C Student diagnostic radiographers\n\nThis section applies in relation to persons registered under the Health Practitioner Regulation National Law to practise, as students, in the diagnostic radiographers division of the medical radiation practice profession.\nFor section 103K (1) (a) and (2) (a) of the Act , the class of persons mentioned in subsection (1) is prescribed.\nFor section 103K (2) (b) of the Act , the radiation sources a prescribed licensee under this section is allowed to use are the following—\na plain diagnostic imaging x-ray radiation apparatus;\na fluoroscopic imaging x-ray radiation apparatus;\na computed tomography imaging x-ray radiation apparatus;\na dual energy x-ray absorptiometry radiation apparatus;\na mammographic imaging x-ray radiation apparatus.\nFor section 103K (2) (c) of the Act , the radiation practices a prescribed licensee under this section is allowed to carry out are the following—\nplain diagnostic imaging involving the irradiation of a person;\nfluoroscopic imaging involving the irradiation of a person during—\ngeneral procedures; or\ninterventional angiographic procedures;\ncomputed tomography imaging involving the irradiation of a person;\nbone mineral densitometry involving the irradiation of a person;\nmammographic imaging involving the irradiation of a person.\nFor section 103K (4) of the Act , a prescribed licensee under this section must only use a radiation source mentioned in subsection (3) —\nin the course of supervised activities undertaken as part of—\nan approved program of study for the medical radiation practice profession; or\nclinical training in the medical radiation practice profession; or\nif the prescribed licensee obtains an approved qualification for the medical radiation practice profession and is employed by a Hospital and Health Service—in the course of the employment during the 6 month period starting on the day the prescribed licensee obtains the approved qualification.\ns 73C ins 2024 SL No. 92 s 17\n(sec.73C-ssec.1) This section applies in relation to persons registered under the Health Practitioner Regulation National Law to practise, as students, in the diagnostic radiographers division of the medical radiation practice profession.\n(sec.73C-ssec.2) For section 103K (1) (a) and (2) (a) of the Act , the class of persons mentioned in subsection (1) is prescribed.\n(sec.73C-ssec.3) For section 103K (2) (b) of the Act , the radiation sources a prescribed licensee under this section is allowed to use are the following— a plain diagnostic imaging x-ray radiation apparatus; a fluoroscopic imaging x-ray radiation apparatus; a computed tomography imaging x-ray radiation apparatus; a dual energy x-ray absorptiometry radiation apparatus; a mammographic imaging x-ray radiation apparatus.\n(sec.73C-ssec.4) For section 103K (2) (c) of the Act , the radiation practices a prescribed licensee under this section is allowed to carry out are the following— plain diagnostic imaging involving the irradiation of a person; fluoroscopic imaging involving the irradiation of a person during— general procedures; or interventional angiographic procedures; computed tomography imaging involving the irradiation of a person; bone mineral densitometry involving the irradiation of a person; mammographic imaging involving the irradiation of a person.\n(sec.73C-ssec.5) For section 103K (4) of the Act , a prescribed licensee under this section must only use a radiation source mentioned in subsection (3) — in the course of supervised activities undertaken as part of— an approved program of study for the medical radiation practice profession; or clinical training in the medical radiation practice profession; or if the prescribed licensee obtains an approved qualification for the medical radiation practice profession and is employed by a Hospital and Health Service—in the course of the employment during the 6 month period starting on the day the prescribed licensee obtains the approved qualification.\n- (a) a plain diagnostic imaging x-ray radiation apparatus;\n- (b) a fluoroscopic imaging x-ray radiation apparatus;\n- (c) a computed tomography imaging x-ray radiation apparatus;\n- (d) a dual energy x-ray absorptiometry radiation apparatus;\n- (e) a mammographic imaging x-ray radiation apparatus.\n- (a) plain diagnostic imaging involving the irradiation of a person;\n- (b) fluoroscopic imaging involving the irradiation of a person during— (i) general procedures; or (ii) interventional angiographic procedures;\n- (i) general procedures; or\n- (ii) interventional angiographic procedures;\n- (c) computed tomography imaging involving the irradiation of a person;\n- (d) bone mineral densitometry involving the irradiation of a person;\n- (e) mammographic imaging involving the irradiation of a person.\n- (i) general procedures; or\n- (ii) interventional angiographic procedures;\n- (a) in the course of supervised activities undertaken as part of— (i) an approved program of study for the medical radiation practice profession; or (ii) clinical training in the medical radiation practice profession; or\n- (i) an approved program of study for the medical radiation practice profession; or\n- (ii) clinical training in the medical radiation practice profession; or\n- (b) if the prescribed licensee obtains an approved qualification for the medical radiation practice profession and is employed by a Hospital and Health Service—in the course of the employment during the 6 month period starting on the day the prescribed licensee obtains the approved qualification.\n- (i) an approved program of study for the medical radiation practice profession; or\n- (ii) clinical training in the medical radiation practice profession; or","sortOrder":104},{"sectionNumber":"sec.73CA","sectionType":"section","heading":"Radiation therapists","content":"### sec.73CA Radiation therapists\n\nThis section applies in relation to persons registered under the Health Practitioner Regulation National Law to practise, other than as students, in the radiation therapist division of the medical radiation practice profession.\nFor section 103K (1) (a) and (2) (a) of the Act , the class of persons mentioned in subsection (1) is prescribed.\nFor section 103K (2) (b) of the Act , the radiation sources a prescribed licensee under this section is allowed to use are the following—\na plain diagnostic imaging x-ray radiation apparatus;\na computed tomography imaging x-ray radiation apparatus;\na kilovolt energy or megavolt energy x-ray or electron beam radiation therapy radiation apparatus.\nFor section 103K (2) (c) of the Act , the radiation practices a prescribed licensee under this section is allowed to carry out are the following—\nradiation therapy treatment planning involving irradiation of a person;\nradiation therapy involving the irradiation of a person;\ncomputed tomography imaging involving the irradiation of a person.\ns 73CA ins 2025 SL No. 121 s 15\n(sec.73CA-ssec.1) This section applies in relation to persons registered under the Health Practitioner Regulation National Law to practise, other than as students, in the radiation therapist division of the medical radiation practice profession.\n(sec.73CA-ssec.2) For section 103K (1) (a) and (2) (a) of the Act , the class of persons mentioned in subsection (1) is prescribed.\n(sec.73CA-ssec.3) For section 103K (2) (b) of the Act , the radiation sources a prescribed licensee under this section is allowed to use are the following— a plain diagnostic imaging x-ray radiation apparatus; a computed tomography imaging x-ray radiation apparatus; a kilovolt energy or megavolt energy x-ray or electron beam radiation therapy radiation apparatus.\n(sec.73CA-ssec.4) For section 103K (2) (c) of the Act , the radiation practices a prescribed licensee under this section is allowed to carry out are the following— radiation therapy treatment planning involving irradiation of a person; radiation therapy involving the irradiation of a person; computed tomography imaging involving the irradiation of a person.\n- (a) a plain diagnostic imaging x-ray radiation apparatus;\n- (b) a computed tomography imaging x-ray radiation apparatus;\n- (c) a kilovolt energy or megavolt energy x-ray or electron beam radiation therapy radiation apparatus.\n- (a) radiation therapy treatment planning involving irradiation of a person;\n- (b) radiation therapy involving the irradiation of a person;\n- (c) computed tomography imaging involving the irradiation of a person.","sortOrder":105},{"sectionNumber":"sec.73D","sectionType":"section","heading":"Student radiation therapists","content":"### sec.73D Student radiation therapists\n\nThis section applies in relation to persons registered under the Health Practitioner Regulation National Law to practise, as students, in the radiation therapist division of the medical radiation practice profession.\nFor section 103K (1) (a) and (2) (a) of the Act , the class of persons mentioned in subsection (1) is prescribed.\nFor section 103K (2) (b) of the Act , the radiation sources a prescribed licensee under this section is allowed to use are the following—\na plain diagnostic imaging x-ray radiation apparatus;\na computed tomography imaging x-ray radiation apparatus;\na kilovolt energy or megavolt energy x-ray or electron beam radiation therapy radiation apparatus.\nFor section 103K (2) (c) of the Act , the radiation practices a prescribed licensee under this section is allowed to carry out are the following—\nradiation therapy treatment planning involving irradiation of a person;\nradiation therapy involving the irradiation of a person;\ncomputed tomography imaging involving the irradiation of a person.\nFor section 103K (4) of the Act , a prescribed licensee under this section must only use a radiation source mentioned in subsection (3) —\nin the course of supervised activities undertaken as part of—\nan approved program of study for the medical radiation practice profession; or\nclinical training in the medical radiation practice profession; or\nif the prescribed licensee obtains an approved qualification for the medical radiation practice profession and is employed by a Hospital and Health Service—in the course of the employment during the 6 month period starting on the day the prescribed licensee obtains the approved qualification.\ns 73D ins 2024 SL No. 92 s 17\namd 2025 SL No. 121 s 16\n(sec.73D-ssec.1) This section applies in relation to persons registered under the Health Practitioner Regulation National Law to practise, as students, in the radiation therapist division of the medical radiation practice profession.\n(sec.73D-ssec.2) For section 103K (1) (a) and (2) (a) of the Act , the class of persons mentioned in subsection (1) is prescribed.\n(sec.73D-ssec.3) For section 103K (2) (b) of the Act , the radiation sources a prescribed licensee under this section is allowed to use are the following— a plain diagnostic imaging x-ray radiation apparatus; a computed tomography imaging x-ray radiation apparatus; a kilovolt energy or megavolt energy x-ray or electron beam radiation therapy radiation apparatus.\n(sec.73D-ssec.4) For section 103K (2) (c) of the Act , the radiation practices a prescribed licensee under this section is allowed to carry out are the following— radiation therapy treatment planning involving irradiation of a person; radiation therapy involving the irradiation of a person; computed tomography imaging involving the irradiation of a person.\n(sec.73D-ssec.5) For section 103K (4) of the Act , a prescribed licensee under this section must only use a radiation source mentioned in subsection (3) — in the course of supervised activities undertaken as part of— an approved program of study for the medical radiation practice profession; or clinical training in the medical radiation practice profession; or if the prescribed licensee obtains an approved qualification for the medical radiation practice profession and is employed by a Hospital and Health Service—in the course of the employment during the 6 month period starting on the day the prescribed licensee obtains the approved qualification.\n- (a) a plain diagnostic imaging x-ray radiation apparatus;\n- (b) a computed tomography imaging x-ray radiation apparatus;\n- (c) a kilovolt energy or megavolt energy x-ray or electron beam radiation therapy radiation apparatus.\n- (a) radiation therapy treatment planning involving irradiation of a person;\n- (b) radiation therapy involving the irradiation of a person;\n- (c) computed tomography imaging involving the irradiation of a person.\n- (a) in the course of supervised activities undertaken as part of— (i) an approved program of study for the medical radiation practice profession; or (ii) clinical training in the medical radiation practice profession; or\n- (i) an approved program of study for the medical radiation practice profession; or\n- (ii) clinical training in the medical radiation practice profession; or\n- (b) if the prescribed licensee obtains an approved qualification for the medical radiation practice profession and is employed by a Hospital and Health Service—in the course of the employment during the 6 month period starting on the day the prescribed licensee obtains the approved qualification.\n- (i) an approved program of study for the medical radiation practice profession; or\n- (ii) clinical training in the medical radiation practice profession; or","sortOrder":106},{"sectionNumber":"sec.73DA","sectionType":"section","heading":"Nuclear medicine technologists","content":"### sec.73DA Nuclear medicine technologists\n\nThis section applies in relation to persons registered under the Health Practitioner Regulation National Law to practise, other than as students, in the nuclear medicine technologist division of the medical radiation practice profession.\nFor section 103K (1) (a) and (2) (a) of the Act , the class of persons mentioned in subsection (1) is prescribed.\nFor section 103K (2) (b) of the Act , the radiation sources a prescribed licensee under this section is allowed to use are the following—\na computed tomography imaging x-ray radiation apparatus;\na radioactive substance;\na dual energy x-ray absorptiometry radiation apparatus.\nFor section 103K (2) (c) of the Act , the radiation practices a prescribed licensee under this section is allowed to carry out are the following—\ncomputed tomography imaging involving the irradiation of a person;\nnuclear medicine imaging involving the irradiation of a person;\nbone mineral densitometry involving the irradiation of a person.\ns 73DA ins 2025 SL No. 121 s 17\n(sec.73DA-ssec.1) This section applies in relation to persons registered under the Health Practitioner Regulation National Law to practise, other than as students, in the nuclear medicine technologist division of the medical radiation practice profession.\n(sec.73DA-ssec.2) For section 103K (1) (a) and (2) (a) of the Act , the class of persons mentioned in subsection (1) is prescribed.\n(sec.73DA-ssec.3) For section 103K (2) (b) of the Act , the radiation sources a prescribed licensee under this section is allowed to use are the following— a computed tomography imaging x-ray radiation apparatus; a radioactive substance; a dual energy x-ray absorptiometry radiation apparatus.\n(sec.73DA-ssec.4) For section 103K (2) (c) of the Act , the radiation practices a prescribed licensee under this section is allowed to carry out are the following— computed tomography imaging involving the irradiation of a person; nuclear medicine imaging involving the irradiation of a person; bone mineral densitometry involving the irradiation of a person.\n- (a) a computed tomography imaging x-ray radiation apparatus;\n- (b) a radioactive substance;\n- (c) a dual energy x-ray absorptiometry radiation apparatus.\n- (a) computed tomography imaging involving the irradiation of a person;\n- (b) nuclear medicine imaging involving the irradiation of a person;\n- (c) bone mineral densitometry involving the irradiation of a person.","sortOrder":107},{"sectionNumber":"sec.73E","sectionType":"section","heading":"Student nuclear medicine technologists","content":"### sec.73E Student nuclear medicine technologists\n\nThis section applies in relation to persons registered under the Health Practitioner Regulation National Law to practise, as students, in the nuclear medicine technologist division of the medical radiation practice profession.\nFor section 103K (1) (a) and (2) (a) of the Act , the class of persons mentioned in subsection (1) is prescribed.\nFor section 103K (2) (b) of the Act , the radiation sources a prescribed licensee under this section is allowed to use are the following—\na computed tomography imaging x-ray radiation apparatus;\na radioactive substance;\na dual energy x-ray absorptiometry radiation apparatus.\nFor section 103K (2) (c) of the Act , the radiation practices a prescribed licensee under this section is allowed to carry out are the following—\ncomputed tomography imaging involving the irradiation of a person;\nnuclear medicine imaging involving the irradiation of a person;\nbone mineral densitometry involving the irradiation of a person.\nFor section 103K (4) of the Act , a prescribed licensee under this section must only use a radiation source mentioned in subsection (3) —\nin the course of supervised activities undertaken as part of—\nan approved program of study for the medical radiation practice profession; or\nclinical training in the medical radiation practice profession; or\nif the prescribed licensee obtains an approved qualification for the medical radiation practice profession and is employed by a Hospital and Health Service—in the course of the employment during the 6 month period starting on the day the prescribed licensee obtains the approved qualification.\ns 73E ins 2024 SL No. 92 s 17\namd 2025 SL No. 121 s 18\n(sec.73E-ssec.1) This section applies in relation to persons registered under the Health Practitioner Regulation National Law to practise, as students, in the nuclear medicine technologist division of the medical radiation practice profession.\n(sec.73E-ssec.2) For section 103K (1) (a) and (2) (a) of the Act , the class of persons mentioned in subsection (1) is prescribed.\n(sec.73E-ssec.3) For section 103K (2) (b) of the Act , the radiation sources a prescribed licensee under this section is allowed to use are the following— a computed tomography imaging x-ray radiation apparatus; a radioactive substance; a dual energy x-ray absorptiometry radiation apparatus.\n(sec.73E-ssec.4) For section 103K (2) (c) of the Act , the radiation practices a prescribed licensee under this section is allowed to carry out are the following— computed tomography imaging involving the irradiation of a person; nuclear medicine imaging involving the irradiation of a person; bone mineral densitometry involving the irradiation of a person.\n(sec.73E-ssec.5) For section 103K (4) of the Act , a prescribed licensee under this section must only use a radiation source mentioned in subsection (3) — in the course of supervised activities undertaken as part of— an approved program of study for the medical radiation practice profession; or clinical training in the medical radiation practice profession; or if the prescribed licensee obtains an approved qualification for the medical radiation practice profession and is employed by a Hospital and Health Service—in the course of the employment during the 6 month period starting on the day the prescribed licensee obtains the approved qualification.\n- (a) a computed tomography imaging x-ray radiation apparatus;\n- (b) a radioactive substance;\n- (c) a dual energy x-ray absorptiometry radiation apparatus.\n- (a) computed tomography imaging involving the irradiation of a person;\n- (b) nuclear medicine imaging involving the irradiation of a person;\n- (c) bone mineral densitometry involving the irradiation of a person.\n- (a) in the course of supervised activities undertaken as part of— (i) an approved program of study for the medical radiation practice profession; or (ii) clinical training in the medical radiation practice profession; or\n- (i) an approved program of study for the medical radiation practice profession; or\n- (ii) clinical training in the medical radiation practice profession; or\n- (b) if the prescribed licensee obtains an approved qualification for the medical radiation practice profession and is employed by a Hospital and Health Service—in the course of the employment during the 6 month period starting on the day the prescribed licensee obtains the approved qualification.\n- (i) an approved program of study for the medical radiation practice profession; or\n- (ii) clinical training in the medical radiation practice profession; or","sortOrder":108},{"sectionNumber":"sec.73F","sectionType":"section","heading":"Specialist health practitioners","content":"### sec.73F Specialist health practitioners\n\nThis section applies in relation to persons registered under the Health Practitioner Regulation National Law to practise as specialist health practitioners in any specialty in the medical profession.\nFor section 103K (1) (a) and (2) (a) of the Act , the class of persons mentioned in subsection (1) is prescribed.\nFor section 103K (2) (b) of the Act , the radiation source a prescribed licensee under this section is allowed to use is a laser apparatus involving the irradiation of a person.\nFor section 103K (2) (c) of the Act , the radiation practice a prescribed licensee under this section is allowed to carry out is using a laser apparatus involving the irradiation of a person in the prescribed licensee’s recognised specialty.\ns 73F ins 2025 SL No. 121 s 19\n(sec.73F-ssec.1) This section applies in relation to persons registered under the Health Practitioner Regulation National Law to practise as specialist health practitioners in any specialty in the medical profession.\n(sec.73F-ssec.2) For section 103K (1) (a) and (2) (a) of the Act , the class of persons mentioned in subsection (1) is prescribed.\n(sec.73F-ssec.3) For section 103K (2) (b) of the Act , the radiation source a prescribed licensee under this section is allowed to use is a laser apparatus involving the irradiation of a person.\n(sec.73F-ssec.4) For section 103K (2) (c) of the Act , the radiation practice a prescribed licensee under this section is allowed to carry out is using a laser apparatus involving the irradiation of a person in the prescribed licensee’s recognised specialty.","sortOrder":109},{"sectionNumber":"sec.73G","sectionType":"section","heading":"Veterinary surgeons","content":"### sec.73G Veterinary surgeons\n\nThis section applies in relation to persons registered under the Veterinary Surgeons Act 1936 to practise as veterinary surgeons.\nFor section 103K (1) (a) and (2) (a) of the Act , the class of persons mentioned in subsection (1) is prescribed.\nFor section 103K (2) (b) of the Act , the radiation source a prescribed licensee under this section is allowed to use is a plain diagnostic imaging x-ray radiation apparatus.\nFor section 103K (2) (c) of the Act , the radiation practice a prescribed licensee under this section is allowed to carry out is plain diagnostic imaging involving the irradiation of small animals.\ns 73G ins 2025 SL No. 121 s 19\n(sec.73G-ssec.1) This section applies in relation to persons registered under the Veterinary Surgeons Act 1936 to practise as veterinary surgeons.\n(sec.73G-ssec.2) For section 103K (1) (a) and (2) (a) of the Act , the class of persons mentioned in subsection (1) is prescribed.\n(sec.73G-ssec.3) For section 103K (2) (b) of the Act , the radiation source a prescribed licensee under this section is allowed to use is a plain diagnostic imaging x-ray radiation apparatus.\n(sec.73G-ssec.4) For section 103K (2) (c) of the Act , the radiation practice a prescribed licensee under this section is allowed to carry out is plain diagnostic imaging involving the irradiation of small animals.","sortOrder":110},{"sectionNumber":"sec.74","sectionType":"section","heading":"Authority holders for transporting radioactive substances— Act , s 103K","content":"### sec.74 Authority holders for transporting radioactive substances— Act , s 103K\n\nFor section 103K (1) (b) of the Act , the class of persons prescribed is persons holding an authority under a corresponding transport law to transport a radioactive substance.\nFor section 103K (4) of the Act , the condition prescribed is that the prescribed licensee may only transport the radioactive substance into Queensland.\nIn this section—\nauthority includes an accreditation, approval, certification or licence.\ncorresponding transport law means a law of another State or the Commonwealth relating to the transportation of radioactive substances.\ns 74 amd 2024 SL No. 92 s 18\n(sec.74-ssec.1) For section 103K (1) (b) of the Act , the class of persons prescribed is persons holding an authority under a corresponding transport law to transport a radioactive substance.\n(sec.74-ssec.2) For section 103K (4) of the Act , the condition prescribed is that the prescribed licensee may only transport the radioactive substance into Queensland.\n(sec.74-ssec.3) In this section— authority includes an accreditation, approval, certification or licence. corresponding transport law means a law of another State or the Commonwealth relating to the transportation of radioactive substances.","sortOrder":111},{"sectionNumber":"pt.12","sectionType":"part","heading":"Registers","content":"# Registers","sortOrder":112},{"sectionNumber":"sec.75","sectionType":"section","heading":"Register of licensees— Act , s 207","content":"### sec.75 Register of licensees— Act , s 207\n\nFor section 207 (2) of the Act , for the register about licensees, other than prescribed licensees, the following information for each licensee is prescribed—\nthe licensee’s name;\nthe licence number;\nthe licence type;\nthe expiry date of the licence;\nany conditions of the licence, other than a condition imposed under section 75 (3) or (4) of the Act ;\nif the licensee is a possession licensee—\nparticulars of the radiation source the licensee is allowed to possess; and\nthe radiation practice for which the licensee is allowed to possess the source;\nif the licensee is a use licensee—\nparticulars of the radiation source the licensee is allowed to use; and\nthe radiation practice the licensee is allowed to carry out using the source;\nif the licensee is a transport licensee—\nparticulars of the radioactive substance the licensee is allowed to transport; and\nhow the substance is to be transported; and\nthe amount of the substance the licensee is allowed to transport at a time.\n- (a) the licensee’s name;\n- (b) the licence number;\n- (c) the licence type;\n- (d) the expiry date of the licence;\n- (e) any conditions of the licence, other than a condition imposed under section 75 (3) or (4) of the Act ;\n- (f) if the licensee is a possession licensee— (i) particulars of the radiation source the licensee is allowed to possess; and (ii) the radiation practice for which the licensee is allowed to possess the source;\n- (i) particulars of the radiation source the licensee is allowed to possess; and\n- (ii) the radiation practice for which the licensee is allowed to possess the source;\n- (g) if the licensee is a use licensee— (i) particulars of the radiation source the licensee is allowed to use; and (ii) the radiation practice the licensee is allowed to carry out using the source;\n- (i) particulars of the radiation source the licensee is allowed to use; and\n- (ii) the radiation practice the licensee is allowed to carry out using the source;\n- (h) if the licensee is a transport licensee— (i) particulars of the radioactive substance the licensee is allowed to transport; and (ii) how the substance is to be transported; and (iii) the amount of the substance the licensee is allowed to transport at a time.\n- (i) particulars of the radioactive substance the licensee is allowed to transport; and\n- (ii) how the substance is to be transported; and\n- (iii) the amount of the substance the licensee is allowed to transport at a time.\n- (i) particulars of the radiation source the licensee is allowed to possess; and\n- (ii) the radiation practice for which the licensee is allowed to possess the source;\n- (i) particulars of the radiation source the licensee is allowed to use; and\n- (ii) the radiation practice the licensee is allowed to carry out using the source;\n- (i) particulars of the radioactive substance the licensee is allowed to transport; and\n- (ii) how the substance is to be transported; and\n- (iii) the amount of the substance the licensee is allowed to transport at a time.","sortOrder":113},{"sectionNumber":"sec.76","sectionType":"section","heading":"Register of accredited persons— Act , s 207","content":"### sec.76 Register of accredited persons— Act , s 207\n\nFor section 207 (2) of the Act , for the register about accredited persons, the following information for each accredited person is prescribed—\nthe accredited person’s name;\nthe accreditation certificate number;\nthe expiry date of the accreditation certificate;\nany conditions of the accreditation certificate;\nthe type of radiation source or premises for which the accredited person may issue a certificate of compliance;\nthe accredited person’s contact details.\n- (a) the accredited person’s name;\n- (b) the accreditation certificate number;\n- (c) the expiry date of the accreditation certificate;\n- (d) any conditions of the accreditation certificate;\n- (e) the type of radiation source or premises for which the accredited person may issue a certificate of compliance;\n- (f) the accredited person’s contact details.","sortOrder":114},{"sectionNumber":"sec.77","sectionType":"section","heading":"Register of qualified persons— Act , s 207","content":"### sec.77 Register of qualified persons— Act , s 207\n\nFor section 207 (2) of the Act , for the register about qualified persons, the following information for each qualified person is prescribed—\nthe qualified person’s name;\nthe radiation safety officer certificate number;\nthe expiry date of the radiation safety officer certificate;\nany conditions of the radiation safety officer certificate;\nthe radiation practice for which the qualified person may perform the functions of a radiation safety officer.\n- (a) the qualified person’s name;\n- (b) the radiation safety officer certificate number;\n- (c) the expiry date of the radiation safety officer certificate;\n- (d) any conditions of the radiation safety officer certificate;\n- (e) the radiation practice for which the qualified person may perform the functions of a radiation safety officer.","sortOrder":115},{"sectionNumber":"sec.78","sectionType":"section","heading":"Register of inspectors— Act , s 207","content":"### sec.78 Register of inspectors— Act , s 207\n\nFor section 207 (2) of the Act , for the register about inspectors, the following information for each inspector is prescribed—\nthe inspector’s name;\nthe term, if any, of the inspector’s appointment;\nany conditions of the inspector’s appointment.\n- (a) the inspector’s name;\n- (b) the term, if any, of the inspector’s appointment;\n- (c) any conditions of the inspector’s appointment.","sortOrder":116},{"sectionNumber":"sec.79","sectionType":"section","heading":"Register of State radiation analysts— Act , s 207","content":"### sec.79 Register of State radiation analysts— Act , s 207\n\nFor section 207 (2) of the Act , for the register about State radiation analysts, the following information for each State radiation analyst is prescribed—\nthe analyst’s name;\nthe term, if any, of the analyst’s appointment;\nany conditions of the analyst’s appointment.\n- (a) the analyst’s name;\n- (b) the term, if any, of the analyst’s appointment;\n- (c) any conditions of the analyst’s appointment.","sortOrder":117},{"sectionNumber":"sec.80","sectionType":"section","heading":"Register of suspended or cancelled prescribed licensees— Act , s 207","content":"### sec.80 Register of suspended or cancelled prescribed licensees— Act , s 207\n\nFor section 207 (2) of the Act , for the register about prescribed licensees whose licences have been suspended or cancelled, the following information for each prescribed licensee is prescribed—\nif the licensee’s licence has been suspended and the period of suspension has not ended—\nthe licensee’s name; and\nthe day the decision to suspend the licence takes effect; and\nthe period of the suspension;\nif the licensee’s licence has been cancelled—\nthe licensee’s name; and\nthe day the decision to cancel the licence takes effect.\n- (a) if the licensee’s licence has been suspended and the period of suspension has not ended— (i) the licensee’s name; and (ii) the day the decision to suspend the licence takes effect; and (iii) the period of the suspension;\n- (i) the licensee’s name; and\n- (ii) the day the decision to suspend the licence takes effect; and\n- (iii) the period of the suspension;\n- (b) if the licensee’s licence has been cancelled— (i) the licensee’s name; and (ii) the day the decision to cancel the licence takes effect.\n- (i) the licensee’s name; and\n- (ii) the day the decision to cancel the licence takes effect.\n- (i) the licensee’s name; and\n- (ii) the day the decision to suspend the licence takes effect; and\n- (iii) the period of the suspension;\n- (i) the licensee’s name; and\n- (ii) the day the decision to cancel the licence takes effect.","sortOrder":118},{"sectionNumber":"pt.13","sectionType":"part","heading":"Confidentiality of information","content":"# Confidentiality of information","sortOrder":119},{"sectionNumber":"sec.81","sectionType":"section","heading":"Disclosure of protected information— Act , s 209","content":"### sec.81 Disclosure of protected information— Act , s 209\n\nFor section 209 (4) of the Act , the following purposes are prescribed—\nfor the development of a plan to avoid or limit the impact of an emergency situation on persons, property or the environment;\nto enable a person dealing with an emergency situation to know the hazards, or possible hazards, the person may face in dealing with the emergency situation;\nto protect national security, including, for example—\nto facilitate the tracking of a radiation source within or outside Australia; and\nto enable a State or national alert, advisory documents and other relevant information to be provided about an incident involving a radiation source; and\nin the case of a serious breach relating to the security of a radiation source, to enable a coordinated response to be initiated and implemented; and\nto monitor and evaluate initiatives implemented to ensure the security of radiation sources; and\nto help the development, review or improvement of policies, operational guidelines, codes, standards or legislation relating to national security; and\nto develop or implement training programs about the security of radiation sources, including policies, codes, standards or legislation relating to the programs; and\nto undertake or facilitate research about best practice associated with the security of radiation sources.\n- (a) for the development of a plan to avoid or limit the impact of an emergency situation on persons, property or the environment;\n- (b) to enable a person dealing with an emergency situation to know the hazards, or possible hazards, the person may face in dealing with the emergency situation;\n- (c) to protect national security, including, for example— (i) to facilitate the tracking of a radiation source within or outside Australia; and (ii) to enable a State or national alert, advisory documents and other relevant information to be provided about an incident involving a radiation source; and (iii) in the case of a serious breach relating to the security of a radiation source, to enable a coordinated response to be initiated and implemented; and (iv) to monitor and evaluate initiatives implemented to ensure the security of radiation sources; and (v) to help the development, review or improvement of policies, operational guidelines, codes, standards or legislation relating to national security; and (vi) to develop or implement training programs about the security of radiation sources, including policies, codes, standards or legislation relating to the programs; and (vii) to undertake or facilitate research about best practice associated with the security of radiation sources.\n- (i) to facilitate the tracking of a radiation source within or outside Australia; and\n- (ii) to enable a State or national alert, advisory documents and other relevant information to be provided about an incident involving a radiation source; and\n- (iii) in the case of a serious breach relating to the security of a radiation source, to enable a coordinated response to be initiated and implemented; and\n- (iv) to monitor and evaluate initiatives implemented to ensure the security of radiation sources; and\n- (v) to help the development, review or improvement of policies, operational guidelines, codes, standards or legislation relating to national security; and\n- (vi) to develop or implement training programs about the security of radiation sources, including policies, codes, standards or legislation relating to the programs; and\n- (vii) to undertake or facilitate research about best practice associated with the security of radiation sources.\n- (i) to facilitate the tracking of a radiation source within or outside Australia; and\n- (ii) to enable a State or national alert, advisory documents and other relevant information to be provided about an incident involving a radiation source; and\n- (iii) in the case of a serious breach relating to the security of a radiation source, to enable a coordinated response to be initiated and implemented; and\n- (iv) to monitor and evaluate initiatives implemented to ensure the security of radiation sources; and\n- (v) to help the development, review or improvement of policies, operational guidelines, codes, standards or legislation relating to national security; and\n- (vi) to develop or implement training programs about the security of radiation sources, including policies, codes, standards or legislation relating to the programs; and\n- (vii) to undertake or facilitate research about best practice associated with the security of radiation sources.","sortOrder":120},{"sectionNumber":"pt.14","sectionType":"part","heading":"Exemptions","content":"# Exemptions","sortOrder":121},{"sectionNumber":"pt.14-div.1","sectionType":"division","heading":"Exemptions from requirement for use licence generally","content":"## Exemptions from requirement for use licence generally","sortOrder":122},{"sectionNumber":"sec.82","sectionType":"section","heading":"Prescribed radiation practice— Act , s 13","content":"### sec.82 Prescribed radiation practice— Act , s 13\n\nFor section 13 (3) of the Act , definition prescribed radiation practice , the following radiation practices are prescribed—\nindustrial radiography involving the use of an ionising radiation source;\nborehole or well logging involving the use of a sealed source apparatus;\ndensity gauging, or moisture gauging, for geotechnical purposes, involving the use of a sealed source apparatus;\nthe preparation of a radioactive substance or radiation apparatus, or assembly of a sealed source apparatus, for use in carrying out a diagnostic or therapeutic procedure involving the irradiation of a person;\nthe commissioning, maintenance or repair of a radiation source or sealed source apparatus;\nthe compliance testing of a radiation source by a relevant accredited person for a radiation source of that type, involving the use of the source or another radiation source;\nthe compliance testing of premises by a relevant accredited person for premises of that type, involving the use of a radiation source;\nthe undertaking of quality control procedures, in relation to—\na radiation source, involving the use of another radiation source; or\na sealed source apparatus, involving the use of a radiation source.\nIn this section—\ncompliance testing , of a radiation source or premises, means assessing whether the source or premises comply with the relevant radiation safety standard.\nrelevant accredited person , for a type of radiation source or premises, means an accredited person who, under the person’s accreditation certificate, is allowed to issue a certificate of compliance for the type of radiation source or premises.\n(sec.82-ssec.1) For section 13 (3) of the Act , definition prescribed radiation practice , the following radiation practices are prescribed— industrial radiography involving the use of an ionising radiation source; borehole or well logging involving the use of a sealed source apparatus; density gauging, or moisture gauging, for geotechnical purposes, involving the use of a sealed source apparatus; the preparation of a radioactive substance or radiation apparatus, or assembly of a sealed source apparatus, for use in carrying out a diagnostic or therapeutic procedure involving the irradiation of a person; the commissioning, maintenance or repair of a radiation source or sealed source apparatus; the compliance testing of a radiation source by a relevant accredited person for a radiation source of that type, involving the use of the source or another radiation source; the compliance testing of premises by a relevant accredited person for premises of that type, involving the use of a radiation source; the undertaking of quality control procedures, in relation to— a radiation source, involving the use of another radiation source; or a sealed source apparatus, involving the use of a radiation source.\n(sec.82-ssec.2) In this section— compliance testing , of a radiation source or premises, means assessing whether the source or premises comply with the relevant radiation safety standard. relevant accredited person , for a type of radiation source or premises, means an accredited person who, under the person’s accreditation certificate, is allowed to issue a certificate of compliance for the type of radiation source or premises.\n- (a) industrial radiography involving the use of an ionising radiation source;\n- (b) borehole or well logging involving the use of a sealed source apparatus;\n- (c) density gauging, or moisture gauging, for geotechnical purposes, involving the use of a sealed source apparatus;\n- (d) the preparation of a radioactive substance or radiation apparatus, or assembly of a sealed source apparatus, for use in carrying out a diagnostic or therapeutic procedure involving the irradiation of a person;\n- (e) the commissioning, maintenance or repair of a radiation source or sealed source apparatus;\n- (f) the compliance testing of a radiation source by a relevant accredited person for a radiation source of that type, involving the use of the source or another radiation source;\n- (g) the compliance testing of premises by a relevant accredited person for premises of that type, involving the use of a radiation source;\n- (h) the undertaking of quality control procedures, in relation to— (i) a radiation source, involving the use of another radiation source; or (ii) a sealed source apparatus, involving the use of a radiation source.\n- (i) a radiation source, involving the use of another radiation source; or\n- (ii) a sealed source apparatus, involving the use of a radiation source.\n- (i) a radiation source, involving the use of another radiation source; or\n- (ii) a sealed source apparatus, involving the use of a radiation source.","sortOrder":123},{"sectionNumber":"sec.83","sectionType":"section","heading":"Use licence not required for particular training— Act , s 13","content":"### sec.83 Use licence not required for particular training— Act , s 13\n\nFor section 13 (2) (b) (ii) of the Act , the following training is prescribed—\ntraining requiring a person to use a radiation source at an educational institution, other than—\ntraining involving the actual irradiation by the trainee of a person as part of a diagnostic or therapeutic procedure; or\ntraining requiring a person to use a non-ionising radiation apparatus for a cosmetic purpose;\ntraining, approved by the chief executive, requiring a person to use a radiation source at an educational institution or other entity.\nFor subsection (1) (b) , the chief executive must, by notice published on the department’s website, approve training at an educational institution or other entity if the chief executive is satisfied—\nthe training requires students to undertake practical and theoretical training to complete the course of study; and\nthe practical training provided by the educational institution or entity is of an acceptable standard; and\nthe theoretical training provided by the educational institution or entity is of an acceptable standard; and\nthe educational institution or entity assesses—\nthe competency of students on completion of the practical training; and\nthe theoretical components of the training provided in the course of study.\nA list of all of the training approved by the chief executive for subsection (1) (b) must be published on the department’s website.\nIn this section—\nnon-ionising radiation apparatus means an apparatus mentioned in schedule 2 of the Act , definition radiation apparatus , paragraph (c) or (d) .\n(sec.83-ssec.1) For section 13 (2) (b) (ii) of the Act , the following training is prescribed— training requiring a person to use a radiation source at an educational institution, other than— training involving the actual irradiation by the trainee of a person as part of a diagnostic or therapeutic procedure; or training requiring a person to use a non-ionising radiation apparatus for a cosmetic purpose; training, approved by the chief executive, requiring a person to use a radiation source at an educational institution or other entity.\n(sec.83-ssec.2) For subsection (1) (b) , the chief executive must, by notice published on the department’s website, approve training at an educational institution or other entity if the chief executive is satisfied— the training requires students to undertake practical and theoretical training to complete the course of study; and the practical training provided by the educational institution or entity is of an acceptable standard; and the theoretical training provided by the educational institution or entity is of an acceptable standard; and the educational institution or entity assesses— the competency of students on completion of the practical training; and the theoretical components of the training provided in the course of study.\n(sec.83-ssec.3) A list of all of the training approved by the chief executive for subsection (1) (b) must be published on the department’s website.\n(sec.83-ssec.4) In this section— non-ionising radiation apparatus means an apparatus mentioned in schedule 2 of the Act , definition radiation apparatus , paragraph (c) or (d) .\n- (a) training requiring a person to use a radiation source at an educational institution, other than— (i) training involving the actual irradiation by the trainee of a person as part of a diagnostic or therapeutic procedure; or (ii) training requiring a person to use a non-ionising radiation apparatus for a cosmetic purpose;\n- (i) training involving the actual irradiation by the trainee of a person as part of a diagnostic or therapeutic procedure; or\n- (ii) training requiring a person to use a non-ionising radiation apparatus for a cosmetic purpose;\n- (b) training, approved by the chief executive, requiring a person to use a radiation source at an educational institution or other entity.\n- (i) training involving the actual irradiation by the trainee of a person as part of a diagnostic or therapeutic procedure; or\n- (ii) training requiring a person to use a non-ionising radiation apparatus for a cosmetic purpose;\n- (a) the training requires students to undertake practical and theoretical training to complete the course of study; and\n- (b) the practical training provided by the educational institution or entity is of an acceptable standard; and\n- (c) the theoretical training provided by the educational institution or entity is of an acceptable standard; and\n- (d) the educational institution or entity assesses— (i) the competency of students on completion of the practical training; and (ii) the theoretical components of the training provided in the course of study.\n- (i) the competency of students on completion of the practical training; and\n- (ii) the theoretical components of the training provided in the course of study.\n- (i) the competency of students on completion of the practical training; and\n- (ii) the theoretical components of the training provided in the course of study.","sortOrder":124},{"sectionNumber":"pt.14-div.2","sectionType":"division","heading":"Exemptions for particular radioactive material and radiation apparatus","content":"## Exemptions for particular radioactive material and radiation apparatus","sortOrder":125},{"sectionNumber":"sec.84","sectionType":"section","heading":"Exemption from requirement for possession licence and particular approvals— Act , s 210","content":"### sec.84 Exemption from requirement for possession licence and particular approvals— Act , s 210\n\nFor section 210 of the Act , a radioactive substance containing the radionuclide americium-241, hydrogen-3 or nickel-63 is exempt from sections 12 , 23 , 24 and 25 of the Act if—\nthe radioactive substance is incorporated in a sealed source apparatus; and\nthe apparatus is used for gas chromatography or ion mobility spectrometry.\n- (a) the radioactive substance is incorporated in a sealed source apparatus; and\n- (b) the apparatus is used for gas chromatography or ion mobility spectrometry.","sortOrder":126},{"sectionNumber":"sec.85","sectionType":"section","heading":"Exemption from requirement for use licence— Act , s 210","content":"### sec.85 Exemption from requirement for use licence— Act , s 210\n\nFor section 210 of the Act , the following radiation sources are exempt from section 13 of the Act —\nthe sealed radioactive substance incorporated in a sealed source apparatus, if the apparatus is used for chemical analysis or industrial gauging;\na sealed radioactive substance, having an activity of not more than 370MBq, used for—\ncalibration checks of measuring instruments; or\na quality control procedure undertaken for—\nanother radiation source or a sealed source apparatus; or\nif another radiation source is used to carry out a radiation practice involving the production of images—any ancillary imaging equipment used in connection with the use of the other source to carry out the practice;\na sealed radioactive substance, having an activity of not more than 4MBq, used for transferring anatomical landmarks to images produced using a gamma camera;\na radioactive substance, having an activity of not more than 500kBq, used for an in vitro test;\na sealed radioactive substance used for static elimination.\nFor section 210 of the Act , the following radiation sources are exempt from section 13 of the Act , other than to the extent the radiation source is used by a person who is carrying out the commissioning, maintenance or repair of the source—\na cabinet radiation apparatus used for its intended use;\nan enclosed analytical apparatus used for its intended use;\nan enclosed radiation apparatus used for its intended use;\na laser apparatus designed only for puncturing a person’s skin to obtain capillary blood samples;\nthe sealed radioactive substance incorporated in a sealed source apparatus, if the apparatus is used for irradiation for sterilisation, disinfestation or similar purposes;\na radiation apparatus used for irradiation for sterilisation, disinfestation or similar purposes;\na radiation apparatus used for industrial gauging.\nIn this section—\nenclosed analytical apparatus means an ionising radiation apparatus, used for chemical analysis, in which—\nthe radiation source, the sample for analysis and the equipment irradiated in the analytical process are enclosed in a chamber, or coupled chambers, designed to prevent any person being exposed to the primary X-ray beam of the apparatus during normal operation of the apparatus; and\naccess to the primary X-ray beam in the chamber, or coupled chambers, of the apparatus is prevented by an interlock.\ninterlock , for an enclosed analytical apparatus, means a device or mechanism that—\nprevents the primary X-ray beam of the apparatus from entering the chamber, or coupled chambers, of the apparatus unless the device or mechanism is engaged; and\nif disengaged, causes the primary X-ray beam of the apparatus to immediately stop entering the chamber, or coupled chambers, of the apparatus; and\nif re-engaged after being disengaged, prevents the automatic resumption of irradiation by the apparatus.\n(sec.85-ssec.1) For section 210 of the Act , the following radiation sources are exempt from section 13 of the Act — the sealed radioactive substance incorporated in a sealed source apparatus, if the apparatus is used for chemical analysis or industrial gauging; a sealed radioactive substance, having an activity of not more than 370MBq, used for— calibration checks of measuring instruments; or a quality control procedure undertaken for— another radiation source or a sealed source apparatus; or if another radiation source is used to carry out a radiation practice involving the production of images—any ancillary imaging equipment used in connection with the use of the other source to carry out the practice; a sealed radioactive substance, having an activity of not more than 4MBq, used for transferring anatomical landmarks to images produced using a gamma camera; a radioactive substance, having an activity of not more than 500kBq, used for an in vitro test; a sealed radioactive substance used for static elimination.\n(sec.85-ssec.2) For section 210 of the Act , the following radiation sources are exempt from section 13 of the Act , other than to the extent the radiation source is used by a person who is carrying out the commissioning, maintenance or repair of the source— a cabinet radiation apparatus used for its intended use; an enclosed analytical apparatus used for its intended use; an enclosed radiation apparatus used for its intended use; a laser apparatus designed only for puncturing a person’s skin to obtain capillary blood samples; the sealed radioactive substance incorporated in a sealed source apparatus, if the apparatus is used for irradiation for sterilisation, disinfestation or similar purposes; a radiation apparatus used for irradiation for sterilisation, disinfestation or similar purposes; a radiation apparatus used for industrial gauging.\n(sec.85-ssec.3) In this section— enclosed analytical apparatus means an ionising radiation apparatus, used for chemical analysis, in which— the radiation source, the sample for analysis and the equipment irradiated in the analytical process are enclosed in a chamber, or coupled chambers, designed to prevent any person being exposed to the primary X-ray beam of the apparatus during normal operation of the apparatus; and access to the primary X-ray beam in the chamber, or coupled chambers, of the apparatus is prevented by an interlock. interlock , for an enclosed analytical apparatus, means a device or mechanism that— prevents the primary X-ray beam of the apparatus from entering the chamber, or coupled chambers, of the apparatus unless the device or mechanism is engaged; and if disengaged, causes the primary X-ray beam of the apparatus to immediately stop entering the chamber, or coupled chambers, of the apparatus; and if re-engaged after being disengaged, prevents the automatic resumption of irradiation by the apparatus.\n- (a) the sealed radioactive substance incorporated in a sealed source apparatus, if the apparatus is used for chemical analysis or industrial gauging;\n- (b) a sealed radioactive substance, having an activity of not more than 370MBq, used for— (i) calibration checks of measuring instruments; or (ii) a quality control procedure undertaken for— (A) another radiation source or a sealed source apparatus; or (B) if another radiation source is used to carry out a radiation practice involving the production of images—any ancillary imaging equipment used in connection with the use of the other source to carry out the practice;\n- (i) calibration checks of measuring instruments; or\n- (ii) a quality control procedure undertaken for— (A) another radiation source or a sealed source apparatus; or (B) if another radiation source is used to carry out a radiation practice involving the production of images—any ancillary imaging equipment used in connection with the use of the other source to carry out the practice;\n- (A) another radiation source or a sealed source apparatus; or\n- (B) if another radiation source is used to carry out a radiation practice involving the production of images—any ancillary imaging equipment used in connection with the use of the other source to carry out the practice;\n- (c) a sealed radioactive substance, having an activity of not more than 4MBq, used for transferring anatomical landmarks to images produced using a gamma camera;\n- (d) a radioactive substance, having an activity of not more than 500kBq, used for an in vitro test;\n- (e) a sealed radioactive substance used for static elimination.\n- (i) calibration checks of measuring instruments; or\n- (ii) a quality control procedure undertaken for— (A) another radiation source or a sealed source apparatus; or (B) if another radiation source is used to carry out a radiation practice involving the production of images—any ancillary imaging equipment used in connection with the use of the other source to carry out the practice;\n- (A) another radiation source or a sealed source apparatus; or\n- (B) if another radiation source is used to carry out a radiation practice involving the production of images—any ancillary imaging equipment used in connection with the use of the other source to carry out the practice;\n- (A) another radiation source or a sealed source apparatus; or\n- (B) if another radiation source is used to carry out a radiation practice involving the production of images—any ancillary imaging equipment used in connection with the use of the other source to carry out the practice;\n- (a) a cabinet radiation apparatus used for its intended use;\n- (b) an enclosed analytical apparatus used for its intended use;\n- (c) an enclosed radiation apparatus used for its intended use;\n- (d) a laser apparatus designed only for puncturing a person’s skin to obtain capillary blood samples;\n- (e) the sealed radioactive substance incorporated in a sealed source apparatus, if the apparatus is used for irradiation for sterilisation, disinfestation or similar purposes;\n- (f) a radiation apparatus used for irradiation for sterilisation, disinfestation or similar purposes;\n- (g) a radiation apparatus used for industrial gauging.\n- (a) the radiation source, the sample for analysis and the equipment irradiated in the analytical process are enclosed in a chamber, or coupled chambers, designed to prevent any person being exposed to the primary X-ray beam of the apparatus during normal operation of the apparatus; and\n- (b) access to the primary X-ray beam in the chamber, or coupled chambers, of the apparatus is prevented by an interlock.\n- (a) prevents the primary X-ray beam of the apparatus from entering the chamber, or coupled chambers, of the apparatus unless the device or mechanism is engaged; and\n- (b) if disengaged, causes the primary X-ray beam of the apparatus to immediately stop entering the chamber, or coupled chambers, of the apparatus; and\n- (c) if re-engaged after being disengaged, prevents the automatic resumption of irradiation by the apparatus.","sortOrder":127},{"sectionNumber":"sec.86","sectionType":"section","heading":"Exemption from requirement for transport licence— Act , s 210","content":"### sec.86 Exemption from requirement for transport licence— Act , s 210\n\nFor section 210 of the Act , a radioactive substance enclosed in an excepted package is exempt from sections 14 and  15 of the Act if the package is transported in accordance with the transport code of practice.\nSubsection (3) applies to a sealed radioactive substance incorporated in a sealed source apparatus if the apparatus is used by a use licensee under a use licence to carry out 1 of the following radiation practices—\nborehole or well logging;\ndensity gauging, or moisture gauging, for geotechnical purposes;\nindustrial radiography.\nFor section 210 of the Act , the sealed radioactive substance is exempt from sections 14 and  15 of the Act if the sealed source apparatus is transported by the use licensee in accordance with the transport code of practice.\nIn this section—\nexcepted package has the meaning given by the transport code of practice.\n(sec.86-ssec.1) For section 210 of the Act , a radioactive substance enclosed in an excepted package is exempt from sections 14 and  15 of the Act if the package is transported in accordance with the transport code of practice.\n(sec.86-ssec.2) Subsection (3) applies to a sealed radioactive substance incorporated in a sealed source apparatus if the apparatus is used by a use licensee under a use licence to carry out 1 of the following radiation practices— borehole or well logging; density gauging, or moisture gauging, for geotechnical purposes; industrial radiography.\n(sec.86-ssec.3) For section 210 of the Act , the sealed radioactive substance is exempt from sections 14 and  15 of the Act if the sealed source apparatus is transported by the use licensee in accordance with the transport code of practice.\n(sec.86-ssec.4) In this section— excepted package has the meaning given by the transport code of practice.\n- (a) borehole or well logging;\n- (b) density gauging, or moisture gauging, for geotechnical purposes;\n- (c) industrial radiography.","sortOrder":128},{"sectionNumber":"sec.87","sectionType":"section","heading":"Smoke detectors— Act , s 210","content":"### sec.87 Smoke detectors— Act , s 210\n\nFor section 210 of the Act —\na radioactive substance incorporated in a domestic smoke detector is exempt from sections 12 , 13 , 23 , 24 , 25 and 26 of the Act ; and\na radioactive substance incorporated in an ionisation chamber smoke detector that is not a domestic smoke detector is exempt from sections 12 , 13 , 23 , 24 and 25 of the Act if the detector was—\nacquired before 1 January 2000; or\nmanufactured in accordance with AS 1603.2-1997 (Automatic fire detection and alarm systems, Part 2 : Point type smoke detectors).\nHowever, subsection (1) does not apply while the smoke detector is being manufactured or repaired.\nIn this section—\ndomestic smoke detector means an ionisation chamber smoke detector that—\ncontains the radionuclide americium-241 with an activity of not more than 37kBq; and\nwas manufactured in accordance with AS 3786-1993 (Smoke alarms), second edition.\n(sec.87-ssec.1) For section 210 of the Act — a radioactive substance incorporated in a domestic smoke detector is exempt from sections 12 , 13 , 23 , 24 , 25 and 26 of the Act ; and a radioactive substance incorporated in an ionisation chamber smoke detector that is not a domestic smoke detector is exempt from sections 12 , 13 , 23 , 24 and 25 of the Act if the detector was— acquired before 1 January 2000; or manufactured in accordance with AS 1603.2-1997 (Automatic fire detection and alarm systems, Part 2 : Point type smoke detectors).\n(sec.87-ssec.2) However, subsection (1) does not apply while the smoke detector is being manufactured or repaired.\n(sec.87-ssec.3) In this section— domestic smoke detector means an ionisation chamber smoke detector that— contains the radionuclide americium-241 with an activity of not more than 37kBq; and was manufactured in accordance with AS 3786-1993 (Smoke alarms), second edition.\n- (a) a radioactive substance incorporated in a domestic smoke detector is exempt from sections 12 , 13 , 23 , 24 , 25 and 26 of the Act ; and\n- (b) a radioactive substance incorporated in an ionisation chamber smoke detector that is not a domestic smoke detector is exempt from sections 12 , 13 , 23 , 24 and 25 of the Act if the detector was— (i) acquired before 1 January 2000; or (ii) manufactured in accordance with AS 1603.2-1997 (Automatic fire detection and alarm systems, Part 2 : Point type smoke detectors).\n- (i) acquired before 1 January 2000; or\n- (ii) manufactured in accordance with AS 1603.2-1997 (Automatic fire detection and alarm systems, Part 2 : Point type smoke detectors).\n- (i) acquired before 1 January 2000; or\n- (ii) manufactured in accordance with AS 1603.2-1997 (Automatic fire detection and alarm systems, Part 2 : Point type smoke detectors).\n- (a) contains the radionuclide americium-241 with an activity of not more than 37kBq; and\n- (b) was manufactured in accordance with AS 3786-1993 (Smoke alarms), second edition.","sortOrder":129},{"sectionNumber":"sec.88","sectionType":"section","heading":"Particular radioactive substances incorporated in items to produce light— Act , s 210","content":"### sec.88 Particular radioactive substances incorporated in items to produce light— Act , s 210\n\nFor section 210 of the Act —\na radioactive substance containing the radionuclide promethium-147 or hydrogen-3, incorporated in an item to produce light, is exempt from sections 12 , 13 , 23 , 24 , 25 and 26 of the Act ; and\na radioactive substance containing the radionuclide radium-226, incorporated in an item to produce light, is exempt from sections 12 , 13 , 23 , 24 and 25 of the Act ; and\na radioactive substance containing the radionuclide krypton-85, incorporated in an item to produce, or help to produce light, is exempt from sections 12 , 13 , 23 , 24 , 25 and 26 of the Act .\nHowever, subsection (1) does not apply while the item is being manufactured or repaired.\nAlso, subsection (1) does not apply if the item is a gaseous tritium light device.\n(sec.88-ssec.1) For section 210 of the Act — a radioactive substance containing the radionuclide promethium-147 or hydrogen-3, incorporated in an item to produce light, is exempt from sections 12 , 13 , 23 , 24 , 25 and 26 of the Act ; and a radioactive substance containing the radionuclide radium-226, incorporated in an item to produce light, is exempt from sections 12 , 13 , 23 , 24 and 25 of the Act ; and a radioactive substance containing the radionuclide krypton-85, incorporated in an item to produce, or help to produce light, is exempt from sections 12 , 13 , 23 , 24 , 25 and 26 of the Act .\n(sec.88-ssec.2) However, subsection (1) does not apply while the item is being manufactured or repaired.\n(sec.88-ssec.3) Also, subsection (1) does not apply if the item is a gaseous tritium light device.\n- (a) a radioactive substance containing the radionuclide promethium-147 or hydrogen-3, incorporated in an item to produce light, is exempt from sections 12 , 13 , 23 , 24 , 25 and 26 of the Act ; and\n- (b) a radioactive substance containing the radionuclide radium-226, incorporated in an item to produce light, is exempt from sections 12 , 13 , 23 , 24 and 25 of the Act ; and\n- (c) a radioactive substance containing the radionuclide krypton-85, incorporated in an item to produce, or help to produce light, is exempt from sections 12 , 13 , 23 , 24 , 25 and 26 of the Act .","sortOrder":130},{"sectionNumber":"sec.89","sectionType":"section","heading":"Gaseous tritium light devices— Act , s 210","content":"### sec.89 Gaseous tritium light devices— Act , s 210\n\nFor section 210 of the Act , a radioactive substance containing the radionuclide hydrogen-3 with an activity of less than 74GBq, incorporated as a sealed radioactive substance in a gaseous tritium light device, is exempt from sections 12 , 13 , 23 , 24 and 25 of the Act if—\nthe device is being used as a safety, or warning, sign; and\nnot more than 2% of the radionuclide is contained in water.\n- (a) the device is being used as a safety, or warning, sign; and\n- (b) not more than 2% of the radionuclide is contained in water.","sortOrder":131},{"sectionNumber":"sec.90","sectionType":"section","heading":"Depleted uranium— Act , s 210","content":"### sec.90 Depleted uranium— Act , s 210\n\nFor section 210 of the Act , a radioactive substance that is depleted uranium is exempt from sections 12 , 14 , 15 , 23 , 24 and 25 of the Act if the uranium—\nis being used as ballast in an aircraft or ship; and\nis totally encased in a metallic sheath; and\nis in solid massive form.\nIn this section—\ndepleted uranium means uranium containing less than 0.72% of the radionuclide uranium-235.\n(sec.90-ssec.1) For section 210 of the Act , a radioactive substance that is depleted uranium is exempt from sections 12 , 14 , 15 , 23 , 24 and 25 of the Act if the uranium— is being used as ballast in an aircraft or ship; and is totally encased in a metallic sheath; and is in solid massive form.\n(sec.90-ssec.2) In this section— depleted uranium means uranium containing less than 0.72% of the radionuclide uranium-235.\n- (a) is being used as ballast in an aircraft or ship; and\n- (b) is totally encased in a metallic sheath; and\n- (c) is in solid massive form.","sortOrder":132},{"sectionNumber":"sec.91","sectionType":"section","heading":"Sealed radioactive substances used in teaching— Act , s 210","content":"### sec.91 Sealed radioactive substances used in teaching— Act , s 210\n\nThis section applies to a sealed radioactive substance containing a radionuclide mentioned in column 1 of the following table if the activity of the radionuclide is not more than the activity mentioned in column 2 of the table opposite the radionuclide—\nColumn 1\nColumn 2\nRadionuclide\nActivity (kBq)\ncobalt-60\n200\nstrontium-90\n80\ncaesium-137\n200\nradium-226\n20\namericium-241\n40\nFor section 210 of the Act , the sealed radioactive substance is exempt from section 13 of the Act if it is being used for teaching students about the characteristics and properties of radiation or radiation sources.\n(sec.91-ssec.1) This section applies to a sealed radioactive substance containing a radionuclide mentioned in column 1 of the following table if the activity of the radionuclide is not more than the activity mentioned in column 2 of the table opposite the radionuclide— Column 1 Column 2 Radionuclide Activity (kBq) cobalt-60 200 strontium-90 80 caesium-137 200 radium-226 20 americium-241 40\n(sec.91-ssec.2) For section 210 of the Act , the sealed radioactive substance is exempt from section 13 of the Act if it is being used for teaching students about the characteristics and properties of radiation or radiation sources.","sortOrder":133},{"sectionNumber":"sec.92","sectionType":"section","heading":"Minerals— Act , s 210","content":"### sec.92 Minerals— Act , s 210\n\nThis section applies to a sample of a mineral that is a radioactive substance.\nFor section 210 of the Act , the radioactive substance is exempt from sections 12 , 23 , 24 and 25 of the Act if—\nit emits radiation at a level not more than 5 micrograys per hour, measured at a distance of 10cm from its surface; and\nit is being used—\nas a sample in teaching; or\nfor display as a geological specimen.\n(sec.92-ssec.1) This section applies to a sample of a mineral that is a radioactive substance.\n(sec.92-ssec.2) For section 210 of the Act , the radioactive substance is exempt from sections 12 , 23 , 24 and 25 of the Act if— it emits radiation at a level not more than 5 micrograys per hour, measured at a distance of 10cm from its surface; and it is being used— as a sample in teaching; or for display as a geological specimen.\n- (a) it emits radiation at a level not more than 5 micrograys per hour, measured at a distance of 10cm from its surface; and\n- (b) it is being used— (i) as a sample in teaching; or (ii) for display as a geological specimen.\n- (i) as a sample in teaching; or\n- (ii) for display as a geological specimen.\n- (i) as a sample in teaching; or\n- (ii) for display as a geological specimen.","sortOrder":134},{"sectionNumber":"sec.93","sectionType":"section","heading":"Abrasive blasting material containing radionuclides— Act , s 210","content":"### sec.93 Abrasive blasting material containing radionuclides— Act , s 210\n\nThis section applies to a radioactive substance that is abrasive blasting material if—\nthe abrasive blasting material is being used in abrasive blasting; and\nthe abrasive blasting material contains thorium or uranium radionuclides.\nFor section 210 of the Act , the radioactive substance is exempt from sections 12 , 23 , 24 and 25 of the Act if the amount worked out, using the formula, in relation to the material is not more than 1—\nwhere—\nTh means the total concentration, stated in Bq per gram, of any thorium radionuclides and their progeny contained in the material.\nU means the total concentration, stated in Bq per gram, of any uranium radionuclides and their progeny contained in the material.\nFurther, a radioactive substance that is, under subsection (2) , exempt from sections 12 , 23 , 24 and 25 of the Act is also exempt from section 26 of the Act if the gross alpha and gross beta concentrations in the leachate worked out under the TCLP are each equal to or less than the concentration stated in the Australian drinking water guidelines for the radionuclide multiplied by 10.\nIn this section—\nabrasive blasting material means material that could reasonably be used for abrasive blasting.\n(sec.93-ssec.1) This section applies to a radioactive substance that is abrasive blasting material if— the abrasive blasting material is being used in abrasive blasting; and the abrasive blasting material contains thorium or uranium radionuclides.\n(sec.93-ssec.2) For section 210 of the Act , the radioactive substance is exempt from sections 12 , 23 , 24 and 25 of the Act if the amount worked out, using the formula, in relation to the material is not more than 1— where— Th means the total concentration, stated in Bq per gram, of any thorium radionuclides and their progeny contained in the material. U means the total concentration, stated in Bq per gram, of any uranium radionuclides and their progeny contained in the material.\n(sec.93-ssec.3) Further, a radioactive substance that is, under subsection (2) , exempt from sections 12 , 23 , 24 and 25 of the Act is also exempt from section 26 of the Act if the gross alpha and gross beta concentrations in the leachate worked out under the TCLP are each equal to or less than the concentration stated in the Australian drinking water guidelines for the radionuclide multiplied by 10.\n(sec.93-ssec.4) In this section— abrasive blasting material means material that could reasonably be used for abrasive blasting.\n- (a) the abrasive blasting material is being used in abrasive blasting; and\n- (b) the abrasive blasting material contains thorium or uranium radionuclides.","sortOrder":135},{"sectionNumber":"sec.94","sectionType":"section","heading":"Persons administered radionuclide as part of diagnostic or therapeutic procedure— Act , s 210","content":"### sec.94 Persons administered radionuclide as part of diagnostic or therapeutic procedure— Act , s 210\n\nThis section applies if—\na person has been administered a radionuclide as part of a diagnostic or therapeutic procedure; and\nas a result of the procedure, some or all of the radionuclide or its progeny is in the person’s bodily waste.\nFor section 210 of the Act , the person’s bodily waste is exempt from section 26 of the Act only to the extent it is disposed of by the person.\ns 94 amd 2023 SL No. 159 s 7\n(sec.94-ssec.1) This section applies if— a person has been administered a radionuclide as part of a diagnostic or therapeutic procedure; and as a result of the procedure, some or all of the radionuclide or its progeny is in the person’s bodily waste.\n(sec.94-ssec.2) For section 210 of the Act , the person’s bodily waste is exempt from section 26 of the Act only to the extent it is disposed of by the person.\n- (a) a person has been administered a radionuclide as part of a diagnostic or therapeutic procedure; and\n- (b) as a result of the procedure, some or all of the radionuclide or its progeny is in the person’s bodily waste.","sortOrder":136},{"sectionNumber":"sec.95","sectionType":"section","heading":"Radionuclide krypton-85 incorporated in cold cathode gas discharge tube— Act , s 210","content":"### sec.95 Radionuclide krypton-85 incorporated in cold cathode gas discharge tube— Act , s 210\n\nFor section 210 of the Act , a radioactive substance containing the radionuclide krypton-85, incorporated in a cold cathode gas discharge tube, is exempt from sections 12 , 13 , 23 , 24 , 25 and 26 of the Act .\nHowever, subsection (1) does not apply while the cold cathode gas discharge tube is being manufactured or repaired.\n(sec.95-ssec.1) For section 210 of the Act , a radioactive substance containing the radionuclide krypton-85, incorporated in a cold cathode gas discharge tube, is exempt from sections 12 , 13 , 23 , 24 , 25 and 26 of the Act .\n(sec.95-ssec.2) However, subsection (1) does not apply while the cold cathode gas discharge tube is being manufactured or repaired.","sortOrder":137},{"sectionNumber":"sec.96","sectionType":"section","heading":"Thoriated products— Act , s 210","content":"### sec.96 Thoriated products— Act , s 210\n\nFor section 210 of the Act , a radioactive substance containing natural thorium is exempt from sections 12 , 23 , 24 , 25 and 26 of the Act if—\nthe substance is incorporated in an alloy used in a component of an automotive or aircraft engine; or\nthe substance is incorporated in a tungsten welding electrode and a warning statement is given to each person who is to use the electrode for welding.\ngiving the person the electrode in packaging clearly showing the warning statement\nIn this section—\nwarning statement means a statement about—\nthe radiation hazard arising from inhaling or ingesting filings from a tungsten welding electrode when preparing the electrode for arc welding; and\nthe measures for preventing or minimising the radiation hazard.\n(sec.96-ssec.1) For section 210 of the Act , a radioactive substance containing natural thorium is exempt from sections 12 , 23 , 24 , 25 and 26 of the Act if— the substance is incorporated in an alloy used in a component of an automotive or aircraft engine; or the substance is incorporated in a tungsten welding electrode and a warning statement is given to each person who is to use the electrode for welding. giving the person the electrode in packaging clearly showing the warning statement\n(sec.96-ssec.2) In this section— warning statement means a statement about— the radiation hazard arising from inhaling or ingesting filings from a tungsten welding electrode when preparing the electrode for arc welding; and the measures for preventing or minimising the radiation hazard.\n- (a) the substance is incorporated in an alloy used in a component of an automotive or aircraft engine; or\n- (b) the substance is incorporated in a tungsten welding electrode and a warning statement is given to each person who is to use the electrode for welding. Example of giving a person a warning statement— giving the person the electrode in packaging clearly showing the warning statement\n- (a) the radiation hazard arising from inhaling or ingesting filings from a tungsten welding electrode when preparing the electrode for arc welding; and\n- (b) the measures for preventing or minimising the radiation hazard.","sortOrder":138},{"sectionNumber":"sec.97","sectionType":"section","heading":"Particular lasers— Act , s 210","content":"### sec.97 Particular lasers— Act , s 210\n\nFor section 210 of the Act , a radiation apparatus that is a laser, other than a laser apparatus, is exempt from sections 12 , 13 , 23 , 24 , 25 , 27 and 27A of the Act if the labelling and information requirements for the laser are complied with.\nIn this section—\nlabelling and information requirements , for a laser, means the requirements about labelling and information stated for the laser in clauses 6 and 7 of the laser standard.\n(sec.97-ssec.1) For section 210 of the Act , a radiation apparatus that is a laser, other than a laser apparatus, is exempt from sections 12 , 13 , 23 , 24 , 25 , 27 and 27A of the Act if the labelling and information requirements for the laser are complied with.\n(sec.97-ssec.2) In this section— labelling and information requirements , for a laser, means the requirements about labelling and information stated for the laser in clauses 6 and 7 of the laser standard.","sortOrder":139},{"sectionNumber":"pt.15","sectionType":"part","heading":"Fees","content":"# Fees","sortOrder":140},{"sectionNumber":"sec.98","sectionType":"section","heading":"Fees—general","content":"### sec.98 Fees—general\n\nThe fees payable under the Act are stated in schedule 8 .","sortOrder":141},{"sectionNumber":"sec.99","sectionType":"section","heading":"Fees— Act , s 51","content":"### sec.99 Fees— Act , s 51\n\nThis section prescribes the fees for section 51 (1) (c) (i) of the Act .\nFor an application for a possession licence, the fee is the total of the following—\nan application fee;\na licence fee consisting of—\na base fee; and\na fee calculated having regard to—\nif the radiation source is a radioactive substance—the number of sealed radioactive substances, or types of unsealed radioactive substances, that are the subject of the application; or\nif the radiation source is a radiation apparatus—the number of radiation apparatus that are the subject of the application.\nFor an application for a use licence or transport licence, the fee is the total of the following—\nan application fee;\na licence fee.\nFor an application for an accreditation certificate, the fee is the total of the following—\nan application fee;\nan accreditation certificate fee.\nFor an application for an approval to acquire, the fee is an application fee for an approval to acquire.\nFor an application for a radiation safety officer certificate, the fee is the total of the following—\nan application fee;\na radiation safety officer certificate fee.\n(sec.99-ssec.1) This section prescribes the fees for section 51 (1) (c) (i) of the Act .\n(sec.99-ssec.2) For an application for a possession licence, the fee is the total of the following— an application fee; a licence fee consisting of— a base fee; and a fee calculated having regard to— if the radiation source is a radioactive substance—the number of sealed radioactive substances, or types of unsealed radioactive substances, that are the subject of the application; or if the radiation source is a radiation apparatus—the number of radiation apparatus that are the subject of the application.\n(sec.99-ssec.3) For an application for a use licence or transport licence, the fee is the total of the following— an application fee; a licence fee.\n(sec.99-ssec.4) For an application for an accreditation certificate, the fee is the total of the following— an application fee; an accreditation certificate fee.\n(sec.99-ssec.5) For an application for an approval to acquire, the fee is an application fee for an approval to acquire.\n(sec.99-ssec.6) For an application for a radiation safety officer certificate, the fee is the total of the following— an application fee; a radiation safety officer certificate fee.\n- (a) an application fee;\n- (b) a licence fee consisting of— (i) a base fee; and (ii) a fee calculated having regard to— (A) if the radiation source is a radioactive substance—the number of sealed radioactive substances, or types of unsealed radioactive substances, that are the subject of the application; or (B) if the radiation source is a radiation apparatus—the number of radiation apparatus that are the subject of the application.\n- (i) a base fee; and\n- (ii) a fee calculated having regard to— (A) if the radiation source is a radioactive substance—the number of sealed radioactive substances, or types of unsealed radioactive substances, that are the subject of the application; or (B) if the radiation source is a radiation apparatus—the number of radiation apparatus that are the subject of the application.\n- (A) if the radiation source is a radioactive substance—the number of sealed radioactive substances, or types of unsealed radioactive substances, that are the subject of the application; or\n- (B) if the radiation source is a radiation apparatus—the number of radiation apparatus that are the subject of the application.\n- (i) a base fee; and\n- (ii) a fee calculated having regard to— (A) if the radiation source is a radioactive substance—the number of sealed radioactive substances, or types of unsealed radioactive substances, that are the subject of the application; or (B) if the radiation source is a radiation apparatus—the number of radiation apparatus that are the subject of the application.\n- (A) if the radiation source is a radioactive substance—the number of sealed radioactive substances, or types of unsealed radioactive substances, that are the subject of the application; or\n- (B) if the radiation source is a radiation apparatus—the number of radiation apparatus that are the subject of the application.\n- (A) if the radiation source is a radioactive substance—the number of sealed radioactive substances, or types of unsealed radioactive substances, that are the subject of the application; or\n- (B) if the radiation source is a radiation apparatus—the number of radiation apparatus that are the subject of the application.\n- (a) an application fee;\n- (b) a licence fee.\n- (a) an application fee;\n- (b) an accreditation certificate fee.\n- (a) an application fee;\n- (b) a radiation safety officer certificate fee.","sortOrder":142},{"sectionNumber":"sec.100","sectionType":"section","heading":"Fees— Act , s 79","content":"### sec.100 Fees— Act , s 79\n\nThis section prescribes the fees for section 79 (3) (b) (i) of the Act .\nFor an application for the renewal of a possession licence, the fee is a licence fee consisting of the following—\na base fee;\na fee calculated having regard to—\nif the radiation source is a radioactive substance—the number of sealed radioactive substances, or types of unsealed radioactive substances, that are the subject of the application; or\nif the radiation source is a radiation apparatus—the number of radiation apparatus that are the subject of the application.\nFor an application for the renewal of a use licence or transport licence, the fee is a licence fee.\nFor an application for the renewal of an accreditation certificate, the fee is an accreditation certificate fee.\nFor an application for the renewal of a radiation safety officer certificate, the fee is a radiation safety officer certificate fee.\n(sec.100-ssec.1) This section prescribes the fees for section 79 (3) (b) (i) of the Act .\n(sec.100-ssec.2) For an application for the renewal of a possession licence, the fee is a licence fee consisting of the following— a base fee; a fee calculated having regard to— if the radiation source is a radioactive substance—the number of sealed radioactive substances, or types of unsealed radioactive substances, that are the subject of the application; or if the radiation source is a radiation apparatus—the number of radiation apparatus that are the subject of the application.\n(sec.100-ssec.3) For an application for the renewal of a use licence or transport licence, the fee is a licence fee.\n(sec.100-ssec.4) For an application for the renewal of an accreditation certificate, the fee is an accreditation certificate fee.\n(sec.100-ssec.5) For an application for the renewal of a radiation safety officer certificate, the fee is a radiation safety officer certificate fee.\n- (a) a base fee;\n- (b) a fee calculated having regard to— (i) if the radiation source is a radioactive substance—the number of sealed radioactive substances, or types of unsealed radioactive substances, that are the subject of the application; or (ii) if the radiation source is a radiation apparatus—the number of radiation apparatus that are the subject of the application.\n- (i) if the radiation source is a radioactive substance—the number of sealed radioactive substances, or types of unsealed radioactive substances, that are the subject of the application; or\n- (ii) if the radiation source is a radiation apparatus—the number of radiation apparatus that are the subject of the application.\n- (i) if the radiation source is a radioactive substance—the number of sealed radioactive substances, or types of unsealed radioactive substances, that are the subject of the application; or\n- (ii) if the radiation source is a radiation apparatus—the number of radiation apparatus that are the subject of the application.","sortOrder":143},{"sectionNumber":"sec.101","sectionType":"section","heading":"Persons who must pay fee for security check or criminal history check— Act , s 103A","content":"### sec.101 Persons who must pay fee for security check or criminal history check— Act , s 103A\n\nFor section 103A (3) of the Act , the following persons are prescribed—\nfor a security check or criminal history check for an individual applicant for a licence—the applicant;\nfor a security check or criminal history check for the nominated person for a corporation that is an applicant for a licence—the corporation;\nfor a security check or criminal history check for a person who is to have access to a security enhanced source under the approved security plan for the source—the possession licensee requesting the check;\nfor a security check or criminal history check for a person who is to have access to a security enhanced source under the approved transport security plan for the transport of the source—the transport security plan holder requesting the check.\n- (a) for a security check or criminal history check for an individual applicant for a licence—the applicant;\n- (b) for a security check or criminal history check for the nominated person for a corporation that is an applicant for a licence—the corporation;\n- (c) for a security check or criminal history check for a person who is to have access to a security enhanced source under the approved security plan for the source—the possession licensee requesting the check;\n- (d) for a security check or criminal history check for a person who is to have access to a security enhanced source under the approved transport security plan for the transport of the source—the transport security plan holder requesting the check.","sortOrder":144},{"sectionNumber":"sec.102","sectionType":"section","heading":"Exemption from payment of fees","content":"### sec.102 Exemption from payment of fees\n\nSubsection (2) applies to a person who—\nis required to use a radiation source during the person’s study or training at an educational institution; and\nunder the Act , needs a use licence allowing the use of the source.\nThe person is exempt from payment of the application fee and licence fee for the use licence.\nSubsection (5) applies to a use licensee who—\nunder the licence, is allowed to use a radiation source to carry out a diagnostic or therapeutic procedure involving the irradiation of a person; and\napplies for another use licence to carry out a diagnostic or therapeutic procedure involving the irradiation of a person.\nHowever, subsection (5) does not apply to a person who is a prescribed licensee if the only use licence held by the person is the use licence the person is taken to hold under section 103K (1) (a) of the Act .\nThe use licensee is exempt from payment of the application fee for the other use licence.\nThe State is exempt from payment of the following fees—\nthe fees stated in schedule 8 , parts 1 and 4 ;\nthe application fee stated in schedule 8 , item 5 for an approval to acquire;\nthe application fee stated in schedule 8 , item 6 for an approval to dispose;\nthe application fee stated in schedule 8 , item 7 for an approval to relocate.\ns 102 amd 2023 SL No. 146 s 14\n(sec.102-ssec.1) Subsection (2) applies to a person who— is required to use a radiation source during the person’s study or training at an educational institution; and under the Act , needs a use licence allowing the use of the source.\n(sec.102-ssec.2) The person is exempt from payment of the application fee and licence fee for the use licence.\n(sec.102-ssec.3) Subsection (5) applies to a use licensee who— under the licence, is allowed to use a radiation source to carry out a diagnostic or therapeutic procedure involving the irradiation of a person; and applies for another use licence to carry out a diagnostic or therapeutic procedure involving the irradiation of a person.\n(sec.102-ssec.4) However, subsection (5) does not apply to a person who is a prescribed licensee if the only use licence held by the person is the use licence the person is taken to hold under section 103K (1) (a) of the Act .\n(sec.102-ssec.5) The use licensee is exempt from payment of the application fee for the other use licence.\n(sec.102-ssec.6) The State is exempt from payment of the following fees— the fees stated in schedule 8 , parts 1 and 4 ; the application fee stated in schedule 8 , item 5 for an approval to acquire; the application fee stated in schedule 8 , item 6 for an approval to dispose; the application fee stated in schedule 8 , item 7 for an approval to relocate.\n- (a) is required to use a radiation source during the person’s study or training at an educational institution; and\n- (b) under the Act , needs a use licence allowing the use of the source.\n- (a) under the licence, is allowed to use a radiation source to carry out a diagnostic or therapeutic procedure involving the irradiation of a person; and\n- (b) applies for another use licence to carry out a diagnostic or therapeutic procedure involving the irradiation of a person.\n- (a) the fees stated in schedule 8 , parts 1 and 4 ;\n- (b) the application fee stated in schedule 8 , item 5 for an approval to acquire;\n- (c) the application fee stated in schedule 8 , item 6 for an approval to dispose;\n- (d) the application fee stated in schedule 8 , item 7 for an approval to relocate.","sortOrder":145},{"sectionNumber":"sec.103","sectionType":"section","heading":"Exemption from payment of fees—provisional registrants","content":"### sec.103 Exemption from payment of fees—provisional registrants\n\nThis section applies to a provisional registrant who applies for a use licence to carry out a diagnostic or therapeutic procedure involving the irradiation of a person.\nThe provisional registrant is exempt from payment of the application fee for the use licence.\nIn this section—\naccrediting body means the accreditation committee established by the Medical Radiation Practice Board of Australia under the Health Practitioner Regulation National Law .\nprovisional registrant means a person who—\nis a graduate from a medical radiation degree course accredited by the accrediting body, regardless of the title of the course; and\nis provisionally registered with the Medical Radiation Practice Board of Australia.\n(sec.103-ssec.1) This section applies to a provisional registrant who applies for a use licence to carry out a diagnostic or therapeutic procedure involving the irradiation of a person.\n(sec.103-ssec.2) The provisional registrant is exempt from payment of the application fee for the use licence.\n(sec.103-ssec.3) In this section— accrediting body means the accreditation committee established by the Medical Radiation Practice Board of Australia under the Health Practitioner Regulation National Law . provisional registrant means a person who— is a graduate from a medical radiation degree course accredited by the accrediting body, regardless of the title of the course; and is provisionally registered with the Medical Radiation Practice Board of Australia.\n- (a) is a graduate from a medical radiation degree course accredited by the accrediting body, regardless of the title of the course; and\n- (b) is provisionally registered with the Medical Radiation Practice Board of Australia.","sortOrder":146},{"sectionNumber":"sec.104","sectionType":"section","heading":"Refund of fees","content":"### sec.104 Refund of fees\n\nThis section applies in relation to an application for the grant or renewal of any of the following—\na possession licence;\na use licence;\na transport licence;\nan accreditation certificate;\na radiation safety officer certificate.\nThe chief executive must as soon as practicable refund the fees, other than the application fee, paid on the application if—\nthe chief executive refuses to grant the application; or\nthe applicant withdraws the application before it is decided.\n(sec.104-ssec.1) This section applies in relation to an application for the grant or renewal of any of the following— a possession licence; a use licence; a transport licence; an accreditation certificate; a radiation safety officer certificate.\n(sec.104-ssec.2) The chief executive must as soon as practicable refund the fees, other than the application fee, paid on the application if— the chief executive refuses to grant the application; or the applicant withdraws the application before it is decided.\n- (a) a possession licence;\n- (b) a use licence;\n- (c) a transport licence;\n- (d) an accreditation certificate;\n- (e) a radiation safety officer certificate.\n- (a) the chief executive refuses to grant the application; or\n- (b) the applicant withdraws the application before it is decided.","sortOrder":147},{"sectionNumber":"pt.16","sectionType":"part","heading":"Transitional provisions","content":"# Transitional provisions","sortOrder":148},{"sectionNumber":"pt.16-div.1","sectionType":"division","heading":"Transitional provisions for SL No. 125 of 2021","content":"## Transitional provisions for SL No. 125 of 2021","sortOrder":149},{"sectionNumber":"sec.105","sectionType":"section","heading":"Definition for part","content":"### sec.105 Definition for part\n\nIn this part—\nexpired regulation means the expired Radiation Safety Regulation 2010 .","sortOrder":150},{"sectionNumber":"sec.106","sectionType":"section","heading":"References to expired regulation","content":"### sec.106 References to expired regulation\n\nIn a document, a reference to the expired regulation may, if the context permits, be taken to be a reference to this regulation.","sortOrder":151},{"sectionNumber":"sec.107","sectionType":"section","heading":"Identification documents for existing applications","content":"### sec.107 Identification documents for existing applications\n\nThis section applies if—\nbefore the commencement, a person made a relevant application within the meaning of the expired regulation, section 10; and\nimmediately before the commencement, the relevant application had not been decided.\nDespite section 68 of this regulation, the expired regulation, section 10 continues to prescribe the documents for section 51 (1) (c) (ii) and (iii) of the Act .\n(sec.107-ssec.1) This section applies if— before the commencement, a person made a relevant application within the meaning of the expired regulation, section 10; and immediately before the commencement, the relevant application had not been decided.\n(sec.107-ssec.2) Despite section 68 of this regulation, the expired regulation, section 10 continues to prescribe the documents for section 51 (1) (c) (ii) and (iii) of the Act .\n- (a) before the commencement, a person made a relevant application within the meaning of the expired regulation, section 10; and\n- (b) immediately before the commencement, the relevant application had not been decided.","sortOrder":152},{"sectionNumber":"sec.108","sectionType":"section","heading":"Use licence not required for particular training","content":"### sec.108 Use licence not required for particular training\n\nThis section applies if, immediately before the commencement, a person was undergoing either of the following training—\ntraining at an educational institution, other than training involving the actual irradiation by the trainee of a person as part of a diagnostic or therapeutic procedure;\na course mentioned in the expired regulation, schedule 7.\nFor section 13 (2) (b) (ii) of the Act , the training mentioned in subsection (1)(a) or (b) is prescribed for the person.\nThis section stops applying on the day that is 6 months after the commencement.\n(sec.108-ssec.1) This section applies if, immediately before the commencement, a person was undergoing either of the following training— training at an educational institution, other than training involving the actual irradiation by the trainee of a person as part of a diagnostic or therapeutic procedure; a course mentioned in the expired regulation, schedule 7.\n(sec.108-ssec.2) For section 13 (2) (b) (ii) of the Act , the training mentioned in subsection (1)(a) or (b) is prescribed for the person.\n(sec.108-ssec.3) This section stops applying on the day that is 6 months after the commencement.\n- (a) training at an educational institution, other than training involving the actual irradiation by the trainee of a person as part of a diagnostic or therapeutic procedure;\n- (b) a course mentioned in the expired regulation, schedule 7.","sortOrder":153},{"sectionNumber":"pt.16-div.2","sectionType":"division","heading":"Transitional provisions for Health Legislation Amendment Regulation 2025","content":"## Transitional provisions for Health Legislation Amendment Regulation 2025","sortOrder":154},{"sectionNumber":"sec.109","sectionType":"section","heading":"Expiry of particular existing use licences","content":"### sec.109 Expiry of particular existing use licences\n\nThis section applies if—\nan existing use licence authorised a person to carry out a radiation practice using a radiation source; and\non the commencement, the person is a prescribed licensee allowed to carry out the same, or a substantially similar, radiation practice using the same, or a substantially similar, radiation source.\nOn the commencement, the existing use licence is taken to have expired.\nIn this section—\nexisting use licence means a use licence, or part of a use licence, in effect immediately before the commencement.\ns 109 ins 2025 SL No. 121 s 21\n(sec.109-ssec.1) This section applies if— an existing use licence authorised a person to carry out a radiation practice using a radiation source; and on the commencement, the person is a prescribed licensee allowed to carry out the same, or a substantially similar, radiation practice using the same, or a substantially similar, radiation source.\n(sec.109-ssec.2) On the commencement, the existing use licence is taken to have expired.\n(sec.109-ssec.3) In this section— existing use licence means a use licence, or part of a use licence, in effect immediately before the commencement.\n- (a) an existing use licence authorised a person to carry out a radiation practice using a radiation source; and\n- (b) on the commencement, the person is a prescribed licensee allowed to carry out the same, or a substantially similar, radiation practice using the same, or a substantially similar, radiation source.","sortOrder":155},{"sectionNumber":"sec.110","sectionType":"section","heading":"Existing applications for particular use licences","content":"### sec.110 Existing applications for particular use licences\n\nThis section applies if—\nbefore the commencement, a person applied for a use licence to carry out a radiation practice using a radiation source; and\nimmediately before the commencement, the application had not been decided; and\non the commencement, the person is a prescribed licensee allowed to carry out the same, or a substantially similar, radiation practice using the same, or a substantially similar, radiation source.\nOn the commencement, the application is taken to have been withdrawn.\nThe chief executive must—\ngive written notice of the withdrawal to the person; and\nrefund the person any fee paid for the application.\ns 110 ins 2025 SL No. 121 s 21\n(sec.110-ssec.1) This section applies if— before the commencement, a person applied for a use licence to carry out a radiation practice using a radiation source; and immediately before the commencement, the application had not been decided; and on the commencement, the person is a prescribed licensee allowed to carry out the same, or a substantially similar, radiation practice using the same, or a substantially similar, radiation source.\n(sec.110-ssec.2) On the commencement, the application is taken to have been withdrawn.\n(sec.110-ssec.3) The chief executive must— give written notice of the withdrawal to the person; and refund the person any fee paid for the application.\n- (a) before the commencement, a person applied for a use licence to carry out a radiation practice using a radiation source; and\n- (b) immediately before the commencement, the application had not been decided; and\n- (c) on the commencement, the person is a prescribed licensee allowed to carry out the same, or a substantially similar, radiation practice using the same, or a substantially similar, radiation source.\n- (a) give written notice of the withdrawal to the person; and\n- (b) refund the person any fee paid for the application.","sortOrder":156},{"sectionNumber":"sch.2-pt.1","sectionType":"part","heading":"Security categories","content":"# Security categories","sortOrder":157},{"sectionNumber":"sch.2-pt.2","sectionType":"part","heading":"Radionuclide activity values","content":"# Radionuclide activity values","sortOrder":158},{"sectionNumber":"sch.5-pt.1","sectionType":"part","heading":"Occupational exposure of adults while involved in carrying out radiation practice","content":"# Occupational exposure of adults while involved in carrying out radiation practice","sortOrder":159},{"sectionNumber":"sch.5-pt.2","sectionType":"part","heading":"Occupational exposure of persons who are 16 or 17 years while involved in carrying out radiation practice","content":"# Occupational exposure of persons who are 16 or 17 years while involved in carrying out radiation practice","sortOrder":160},{"sectionNumber":"sch.5-pt.3","sectionType":"part","heading":"Other exposure of persons","content":"# Other exposure of persons","sortOrder":161},{"sectionNumber":"sch.6-pt.1","sectionType":"part","heading":"Diagnostic procedures","content":"# Diagnostic procedures","sortOrder":162},{"sectionNumber":"sch.6-pt.2","sectionType":"part","heading":"Therapeutic procedures","content":"# Therapeutic procedures","sortOrder":163},{"sectionNumber":"sch.8-pt.1","sectionType":"part","heading":"Possession licences","content":"# Possession licences","sortOrder":164},{"sectionNumber":"sch.8-pt.2","sectionType":"part","heading":"Use licences and transport licences","content":"# Use licences and transport licences","sortOrder":165},{"sectionNumber":"sch.8-pt.3","sectionType":"part","heading":"Other Act instruments","content":"# Other Act instruments","sortOrder":166},{"sectionNumber":"sch.8-pt.4","sectionType":"part","heading":"Other fees","content":"# Other fees","sortOrder":167}],"analysis":{"issue_detection":{"absurdities":[{"type":"circular_definition","section":"sec.13(1)(c)","severity":"medium","reasoning":"The phrase 'other than a radiation apparatus that is a laser but is not a laser apparatus' implies a laser can be a radiation apparatus without being a 'laser apparatus'. Since 'laser apparatus' is presumably a defined subset of lasers, the exclusion carves out lasers that are not laser apparatus from the obligation. However, this creates an absurd situation where someone disposing of a laser that is not a laser apparatus (whatever that means) has no obligation to remove radiation warning signs, even though such a device could still pose a radiation hazard. The internal logic depends on an undefined or unclear distinction between 'laser' and 'laser apparatus'.","confidence":0.72,"description":"The exclusion for radiation apparatus that 'is a laser but is not a laser apparatus' creates a logically incoherent category. The regulation requires removal of radiation warning signs for 'a radiation apparatus, other than a radiation apparatus that is a laser but is not a laser apparatus.' This double negative exclusion means the section applies to lasers that ARE laser apparatus, but the phrasing creates a class of things that are simultaneously a laser and not a laser apparatus — a distinction that is defined nowhere in the visible text and produces a confusing double-negative that may be impossible to apply in practice."},{"type":"other","section":"sec.8(1)(d)","severity":"low","reasoning":"The self-referential structure of sec.8(1)(d) excluding paragraph (e) while paragraph (e) depends on an executive approval creates a temporally uncertain compliance obligation. An operator cannot know at the outset whether their apparatus falls under (d) or (e) until the chief executive acts.","confidence":0.65,"description":"Section 8(1)(d) prescribes a 3-year certificate period for radiation apparatus 'other than' apparatus mentioned in paragraphs (a), (b), (c) or (e), but paragraph (e) is the only paragraph that deals with a 10-year period for apparatus subject to an approved quality assurance program. The cross-reference to paragraph (e) in paragraph (d) creates a structural dependency: paragraph (d) cannot be understood without knowing whether paragraph (e) applies, but paragraph (e)'s operation depends on an approval that may not yet exist at the time the apparatus is first used. This means an apparatus could shift between the 3-year and 10-year categories based on a post-commencement administrative decision, creating uncertainty about which obligation applies at any given moment."},{"type":"other","section":"sec.4(2)","severity":"medium","reasoning":"The classification of radioactive material as a 'radioactive substance' subject to regulation depends on land tenure status rather than any intrinsic property of the material. A mining company surrendering a mining lease could inadvertently cause radioactive material on adjacent land to change its regulatory classification.","confidence":0.78,"description":"The definition of 'mineral substance' in sec.4(2) contains an internal inconsistency: it includes 'a mineral, other than a mineral situated within the boundaries of land the subject of a mining lease, mineral development licence or exploration permit.' This means that the same physical mineral substance changes its legal classification depending purely on whether a mining lease exists over the land where it is located. A substance that is a 'mineral substance' (with its more permissive 10x concentration multiplier) can cease to be one — and thus become subject to the standard concentration thresholds — simply by virtue of a mining lease being granted or surrendered, with no change to the physical substance itself. This creates a situation where compliance status changes without any action by the regulated party."},{"type":"self_contradicting","section":"sec.9(3)-(4)","severity":"low","reasoning":"The interplay between the sewerage system exclusion in sec.9(2) and the specific measurement point in sec.9(4) is ambiguous for water treatment facilities that discharge into sewerage systems.","confidence":0.55,"description":"Sections 9(3) and 9(4) create an unusual regulatory structure: subsection (3) states that subsection (4) applies to wastewater from reverse osmosis at a water treatment facility, and subsection (4) then prescribes a measurement point 'immediately outside the point at which the wastewater is released into the environment.' However, subsection (2) states that subsection (1) does not apply to disposal into a sewerage system — but the measurement point prescribed in subsection (4) could, for a water treatment facility that discharges into a sewerage system, produce a contradiction as to which regime applies. The regulation does not address this overlap."},{"type":"impossible_compliance","section":"sec.22(2)(a)-(b)","severity":"medium","reasoning":"In many radiation therapy contexts, the patient is the intended recipient of radiation. Requiring the patient to wear personal protective equipment during irradiation is contradictory to the purpose of the procedure. The regulation does not carve out exceptions for procedures where PPE for the patient is clinically inappropriate.","confidence":0.7,"description":"Section 22 requires personal protective equipment to be worn by the 'relevant person' (i.e., the patient undergoing the procedure) while the procedure is carried out, and also requires procedures to ensure the relevant person wears this equipment. This creates a practical absurdity in many clinical contexts: during therapeutic or diagnostic irradiation procedures, particularly those involving sealed sources placed within or adjacent to a patient's body (e.g., brachytherapy), or where the patient is the target of the radiation, requiring the patient to wear personal protective equipment while simultaneously being irradiated may be physically impossible or clinically counterproductive. The regulation does not contemplate this tension."},{"type":"impossible_compliance","section":"sec.12(1)(b) and sec.12(3)(b)","severity":"medium","reasoning":"Reference to 'TCLP' without visible definition creates a definitional gap. If the term is not defined in schedule 9 or incorporated by reference to a specific standard, the testing method required for compliance is indeterminate.","confidence":0.6,"description":"The conditions for the more permissive mineral substance disposal concentrations in sec.12 require that 'gross alpha and gross beta concentrations in the leachate worked out under the TCLP' meet certain thresholds. However, 'TCLP' (Toxicity Characteristic Leaching Procedure) is not defined in the visible text of the regulation and the dictionary is only referenced (schedule 9). If TCLP is not defined or incorporated by reference in the regulation itself, operators cannot determine the applicable testing methodology, making compliance impossible to verify with certainty."}],"contradictions":[{"severity":"high","section_a":"sec.8(1)(a)","section_b":"sec.8(1)(e)","confidence":0.82,"description":"Section 8(1)(a) prescribes a 1-year certificate period for ionising radiation apparatus used for diagnostic or therapeutic procedures involving irradiation of a person (excluding intra-oral dental and plain diagnostic imaging). Section 8(1)(e) prescribes a 10-year period for ionising radiation apparatus used for diagnostic imaging involving irradiation of a person, if subject to an approved quality assurance program. Since diagnostic imaging involving irradiation of a person would ordinarily fall within sec.8(1)(a) as a 'diagnostic procedure involving irradiation of a person,' the same apparatus could plausibly satisfy both paragraphs (a) and (e) simultaneously. The regulation does not expressly state that (e) overrides (a), leaving operators uncertain as to which period governs when a quality assurance program is approved."},{"severity":"medium","section_a":"sec.11(1)(a)","section_b":"sec.4(1)(a)(i)-(ii)","confidence":0.65,"description":"Section 11 prescribes maximum concentrations for solid disposal at one-half of the schedule 1 column 2 concentration, but section 4 only prescribes material as a 'radioactive substance' when it meets both the concentration threshold (column 2) AND the activity threshold (column 3). This creates a tension: material may be disposed of under sec.11's half-concentration threshold even though it would not qualify as a radioactive substance under sec.4 in the first place (i.e., it meets concentration but not activity thresholds). The disposal regime therefore appears to regulate material that the classification regime does not capture, potentially over-regulating certain disposals or creating inconsistent coverage."},{"severity":"medium","section_a":"sec.13(1)(c)","section_b":"sec.6(1)(a)","confidence":0.68,"description":"Section 6(1)(a) prescribes a laser as a 'radiation apparatus' for the purposes of the Act. Section 13(1)(c) applies to a person disposing of 'a radiation apparatus, other than a radiation apparatus that is a laser but is not a laser apparatus.' If all lasers are radiation apparatus under sec.6, and laser apparatus is a subset of lasers, then the exclusion in sec.13(1)(c) creates a class of lasers that are radiation apparatus but not laser apparatus — which are excluded from the obligation to remove radiation warning signs. This is potentially inconsistent with the safety purpose of sec.13, as a laser that is a radiation apparatus (and thus capable of posing a radiation hazard) would be excluded from the warning sign removal obligation for no apparent safety reason."},{"severity":"low","section_a":"sec.9(1)","section_b":"sec.9(2)","confidence":0.6,"description":"Section 9(1) sets maximum concentrations for disposal into air or water. Section 9(2) states that sec.9(1) 'does not apply in relation to the disposal of radioactive material into a sewerage system.' However, sec.9(1)(b) and (c) refer only to disposal into water and air respectively, not into sewerage systems. Section 10 separately addresses sewerage disposal. The exclusion in sec.9(2) is therefore either redundant (since sec.9(1) never covered sewerage disposal in the first place) or it implies that some sewerage systems might otherwise be classified as 'water' for the purposes of sec.9(1), creating an ambiguity as to whether treated effluent released from a sewerage system back into waterways triggers both sec.9 and sec.10."}]},"summary":{"complexity_score":9,"scope_assessment":{"changed":false,"description":"The regulation appears to faithfully implement and provide technical detail for the parent Radiation Safety Act without significantly expanding or narrowing its intended scope. It covers the full breadth of radiation safety — radioactive substances, radiation apparatus, disposal, safety planning, medical imaging, and security — which is consistent with the Act's intent as a comprehensive radiation safety framework. The inclusion of solariums and cosmetic lasers alongside industrial and medical radiation sources is consistent with modern radiation safety regulation and does not represent a departure from the original regulatory purpose."},"complexity_factors":["Extensive use of mathematical formulas (e.g. activity ratio calculations, disposal factor formulas) requiring scientific literacy to apply","Multiple cross-references to schedules (Schedules 1–9) not reproduced in the text, making the regulation unintelligible without those tables","Cascading cross-references to the parent Radiation Safety Act sections, requiring simultaneous reading of multiple instruments","Highly technical scientific terminology (radionuclides, becquerels, gigabecquerels, microgray, millisieverts, erythemally effective dose, TCLP leachate testing, half-life) throughout","Numerous carve-outs, exceptions and special cases creating complex conditional logic (e.g. mineral substances vs non-mineral substances, different rules for sewerage vs air vs water vs solid disposal)","Multiple distinct regulatory regimes layered within one instrument (ionising radiation, non-ionising radiation, sealed vs unsealed sources, security enhanced sources, medical vs cosmetic vs research uses)","Interaction with multiple external standards (ISO/CIE documents, laser standards, Australian Drinking Water Guidelines, TCLP methodology) that must be consulted separately","Dual licensing structure (possession licensees and use licensees) creating interlocking obligations that are difficult to parse","Security provisions tied to external, variable national threat level classifications requiring ongoing monitoring","Different compliance certificate periods for different equipment uses creating a complex compliance calendar"],"plain_english_summary":"## What is this law about?\n\nThe **Radiation Safety Regulation 2021** is a detailed Queensland regulation that sets out the rules for how radioactive materials and radiation-producing equipment must be handled, used, monitored, and disposed of safely. It operates alongside the parent *Radiation Safety Act* and fills in the technical details that the Act leaves to be prescribed by regulation.\n\n## Who does this affect?\n\nThis law touches a wide range of people and organisations, including:\n\n- **Medical professionals** using X-ray machines, MRI-adjacent equipment, lasers, or nuclear medicine (e.g. doctors, dentists, radiographers)\n- **Businesses and researchers** using radioactive materials or radiation-producing equipment\n- **Mining and minerals processing companies** handling naturally radioactive minerals\n- **Cosmetic clinics** using lasers or solariums\n- **Security and government agencies** dealing with high-risk radioactive sources\n- **Radiation safety officers** appointed to oversee radiation practices\n- **Ordinary members of the public** who may be patients undergoing radiation-based medical procedures\n\n## What does it actually require?\n\n### 🔬 Defining what counts as radioactive\nThe regulation sets precise thresholds (concentration and activity levels) for when a material legally counts as a \"radioactive substance\" — which triggers licensing and safety obligations. Mining minerals on leased land get different (more lenient) treatment.\n\n### 🏥 Equipment checks and compliance certificates\nRadiation equipment must be regularly certified as safe (\"certificates of compliance\"). How often depends on what it's used for:\n- Medical diagnostic/therapeutic equipment: **every 1 year**\n- Research or training equipment: **every 1 year**\n- General radiation equipment: **every 3 years**\n- Approved diagnostic imaging programs: **every 10 years**\n- Lasers used on people: **every 1 year**\n\n### 🚮 Disposing of radioactive material\nStrict concentration limits apply to how radioactive material can be discarded — into the air, water, sewerage, or as solid waste. Different rules apply depending on whether it's a natural mineral substance or a processed one. Before throwing away old radiation equipment or containers, **radiation warning labels must be removed or made unreadable**.\n\n### 📋 Safety plans (Radiation Safety and Protection Plans)\nAnyone running a \"radiation practice\" must have a detailed written safety plan covering:\n- Safe handling procedures\n- Personal monitoring devices (badges that measure radiation exposure)\n- Personal protective equipment (like lead aprons)\n- Radiation alarms and monitoring equipment\n- Waste management\n- Accident response procedures\n- Record-keeping registers\n\n### 🏥 Special rules for medical procedures\nWhen radiation is used on patients:\n- Patients must receive protective equipment and guidance\n- Medical images (X-rays, nuclear medicine scans) must be permanently labelled with patient details, the date, the facility, and the practitioner\n- Records of every radiation exposure must be kept\n\n### ☢️ High-risk (\"security enhanced\") radioactive sources\nSome radioactive materials are so dangerous they require special security measures — like those used in industrial gauges or cancer treatment machines. These are categorised by risk level (categories 1–3), and the regulation sets out how their security must be managed, linked to Australia's national terrorism threat level.\n\n### ☀️ Solariums and lasers\nSolariums and lasers are classified as radiation apparatus and subject to safety limits and licensing requirements.\n\n## Why does it matter?\n\nRadiation can cause serious harm — cancer, radiation sickness, and environmental contamination — if not properly managed. This regulation is essentially the technical rulebook that makes radiation safety law practical and enforceable. It protects workers, patients, and the general public."},"kimi_summary":{"_metrics":{"completionTokens":678},"content_quality":"ok","complexity_score":8,"scope_assessment":{"changed":false,"description":"The regulation appears consistent with its original purpose as a comprehensive radiation safety framework. The 2024-2025 amendments expanded prescribed licensee categories to include additional health practitioners (diagnostic radiographers, radiation therapists, nuclear medicine technologists, dental practitioners, specialists using lasers, and veterinarians), but this represents a logical extension of the existing prescribed licensee scheme rather than scope creep. The core framework remains focused on radiation safety, security, and licensing."},"complexity_factors":["Extensive cross-referencing to the parent Act and multiple external standards (ARPANSA codes, ICRP publications, ISO standards)","Multiple nested conditional structures with exceptions to exemptions (e.g., sec.85 has two tiers of exemptions with carve-outs for maintenance/repair)","Mathematical formulas for calculating activity ratios, disposal factors, and concentration thresholds","Threat-level dependent security requirements requiring dynamic compliance (Part 5)","Detailed prescriptive requirements for safety plans with 9+ specific elements per measure (secs.14-27)","Multiple overlapping categories of exposure with different dose limits (occupational, public, health-related, natural background)","Extensive defined terms in Schedule 9 and section-specific definitions that modify general meanings","Prescribed licensee scheme creating parallel regulatory pathways for health practitioners (Part 11, Division 2)","Transitional provisions with time-limited grandfathering arrangements","Fee structures with variable calculations based on source type and quantity"],"plain_english_summary":"This regulation sets out detailed rules for managing radiation safety in Queensland. It covers:\n\n**What it does:**\n- **Defines what counts as radioactive substances and radiation apparatus** — including specific thresholds for when materials become regulated (e.g., concentration and activity levels of radionuclides)\n- **Sets disposal rules** for radioactive materials into air, water, sewerage systems, or land — with different concentration limits depending on the disposal method and radionuclide involved\n- **Requires safety plans** for anyone using radiation sources — including handling procedures, protective equipment, monitoring devices, and record-keeping\n- **Mandates security measures** for high-risk \"security enhanced sources\" — including physical barriers, surveillance, background checks, and response plans that adapt to Australia's national terrorism threat levels\n- **Sets radiation dose limits** for workers and the public — with stricter limits for pregnant women (1mSv for remainder of pregnancy), young workers aged 16-17, and different rules for medical, occupational, and public exposure\n- **Establishes licensing and fees** for possessing, using, and transporting radioactive materials\n- **Creates exemptions** for low-risk items like smoke detectors, certain teaching materials, and specific medical devices\n\n**Who it affects:**\n- Hospitals, dental clinics, and medical practices using X-rays, CT scanners, or radiation therapy\n- Universities and research institutions\n- Industrial users (mining, gauging, sterilisation)\n- Anyone transporting radioactive materials\n- Security-enhanced source holders (subject to anti-terrorism measures)\n\n**Why it matters:**\nThe regulation protects workers, patients, and the public from harmful radiation exposure while ensuring dangerous materials don't fall into the wrong hands. It aligns Queensland with national security frameworks and international radiation safety standards."},"flash_summary_failed":{"failed":true,"reason":"A positive credit balance is required for all requests, including BYOK, so fallback providers remain available. Add credits at https://vercel.com/d?to=%2F%5Bteam%5D%2F%7E%2Fai%3Fmodal%3Dtop-up to continue.","source":"analysis-cron"}},"importantCases":[],"_links":{"self":"/api/acts/radiation-safety-regulation-2021","history":"/api/acts/radiation-safety-regulation-2021/history","analysis":"/api/acts/radiation-safety-regulation-2021/analysis","conflicts":"/api/acts/radiation-safety-regulation-2021/conflicts","importantCases":"/api/acts/radiation-safety-regulation-2021/important-cases","documents":"/api/acts/radiation-safety-regulation-2021/documents"}}