Abstract
The most influential national and international bodies providing recommendations on radiation protection are described including the International Commission on Radiological Protection (ICRP) and International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA). Protection philosophies and ICRP general principles of radiation protection are discussed. Radioactive material regulations and sources of radiation are explained. Criteria of exemption from regulatory control are discussed with examples of exemption levels for naturally occurring and radioactive waste radionuclides. Clearance of both moderate and bulk amounts of materials from regulatory control is also explained including examples of EU and UK regulations. Dose limits recommended by ICRP are given as well as the main principles of control of radiation hazards. Nuclear waste classification schemes are outlined including the IAEA classification scheme. Examples of waste classification schemes are given including that of the United Kingdom.
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