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China Issues Regulations on Radiation Safety

China will put in force a set of regulations on the safety of radioactive isotopes and radiation equipment on December 1, according to a decree issued recently by the State Council.

It applies to the production, sale and use of radioactive isotopes and radiation equipment in China and the transfer, import and export of radioactive isotopes.

According to the regulations, organizations must first obtain a license before they can produce, sell or use radioactive isotopes or radiation equipment.

They must meet certain conditions to be granted a license, including employing people with professional knowledge, providing safety knowledge and good health standards, basing in the right places, providing good facilities and equipment that meet environmental, health and safety standards, establish special safety and protection agencies and rules and draft contingency plans.

Organizations that produce radioactive waste gases, liquids or solids must possess capabilities or feasible plans to dispose of them properly.

The regulations were approved by an executive meeting of the State Council on August 31.