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Nuclear Safety and Radiation Protection Act, 2015 (No. 17 of 2015).

País/Territorio
Jamaica
Tipo de documento
Legislación
Fecha
2015
Fuente
FAO, FAOLEX
Título completo
An Act to make new provision for the regulation of activities, practices, apparatuses and facilities involving ionizing radiation and nuclear technology for the protection of people, property and the environment from the harmful effects of ionizing radiation; and for connected matters.
Materia
Aire y atmósfera, Energía, Desechos y sustancias peligrosas
Palabra clave
Radiación Institución Control de la contaminación Energía nuclear Comercio internacional Autorización/permiso Corte/tribunal Infracciones/sanciones Residuos peligrosos Gestión de desechos
Área geográphica
Americas, Caribe, América Latina y el Caribe, Pequeños estados insulares en desarrollo
Resumen

This Act makes provision for the control of activities involving ionizing radiation and establishes the Hazardous Substances Regulatory Authority and the Hazardous Substances Appeal Tribunal. The objects of this Act are to- (a) protect people and the environment from exposure to ionizing radiation to the maximum extent that is reasonably practicable taking into account social and economic factors and recognizing the need for the use of ionizing radiation for beneficial purposes; (b) secure radioactive sources from misuse that may result in harm to people or the environment; (c) promote the radiation protection principles and an effective nuclear safety culture; (d) provide compensation for damage, loss and injuries caused by ionizing radiation; (e) allow for the beneficial and peaceful uses of nuclear technology; (t) achieve and maintain a high level of safety and security in facilities; (g) establish and maintain the Authority with sufficient independence and authority to effectively perform the functions set out in this Act; and (h) facilitate Jamaica's compliance with international obligations arising under the Conventions. A person shall not be in possession of an ionizing radiation source unless the person is granted an authorization to do so by the Authority. The Tribunal shall hear appeals from the decisions of the Authority.

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Página web
japarliament.gov.jm