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Section 32: Directives in case of accidents

Atomic Energy (Radiation Protection) Rules, 2004Central Rules · 1962

(1) In the event of an accident involving the source or release of radioactive material, the competent authority may -

(a) Intervene and issue such directions as deemed fit and proper under the circumstances in the interest of radiation safety and the employer shall act as per the directions of the competent authority and shall make every effort to mitigate the consequences of the accident , or

(b) The competent authority may assign experts to give advice or render assistance in mitigating the consequences of the accident and the expenses incurred, if any, shall be reimbursed by the employer.

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(2) In the interest of safety of the radiation installation, workers, public and the environment, the competent authority may issue such directions as it may deem fit for ensuring safety including the immediate shutting down of the radiation installation and the employer shall comply with the directions.

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ActAtomic Energy (Radiation Protection) Rules, 2004
Section32
Marginal noteDirectives in case of accidents
JurisdictionCentral
StatusIn force as published by the source

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