Introduction
The EPA's Radiation Protection division is responsible for regulating
the use of ionising radiation in medical, research, industrial
and mining organisations, including use of X-rays, and the safe
transport, storage and disposal of radioactive substances.
This division also advises on radiation safety of non-ionising
radiation sources, including lasers, microwaves, powerlines, mobile
phones and communication towers.
Structure
The Radiation Protection division of the EPA has five sections:
- Radiation Health Group
- Mining and Environment Group
- Diagnostic X-rays Group
- Laboratory and Technical Services
- Administrative Group
Contacting Radiation Protection
GPO Box 2607
ADELAIDE SA 5001
Telephone (61 8) 8463 7826
Facsimile (61 8) 8124 4671
E-mail radiationprotection@epa.sa.gov.au
Radiation Protection Committee
The Radiation Protection Committee (the
Committee) is an expert advisory body established under section
9 of the Radiation Protection and Control Act 1982 (the
Act).
Third Party Testing of Diagnostic X-ray Apparatus
From 15 June 2009 third party testing of Diagnostic X-ray apparatus will be possible in South Australia. While initially limited to compliance testing of plain dental X-ray apparatus, the Third Party Certification program will allow owners of apparatus to engage the services of accredited testers to perform compliance tests as a prerequisite to apparatus registration.
Follow the link for further details on the Third Party Certification program.
New Regulations for cosmetic tanning units
Regulations have been passed to protect South Australians from the harmful effects of UV radiation emitted by cosmetic tanning units. From 14 March 2008, tanning unit owners and operators must abide by the Australian Standard, and comply with other requirements. From 1 March 2009, any person who operates a tanning unit must be licensed.
Follow the link for further details on cosmetic tanning unit regulations.
Radiation facts
UV radiation
Ultraviolet (UV) radiation is part of the electromagnetic spectrum emitted by the sun; it has high energy and is non-visible. UV radiation consists of three categories, UVA, UVB and UVC.
Follow the link for more information on Sunburn and UV radiation.
Mobile phones
Since the introduction of mobile phones to Australia, there have
been concerns regarding their effect on human health.
In response, Radiation Protection has prepared background information
and answers some common questions.
Follow the link for more information on mobile
phones.
Mobile phone base stations
The rapid expansion of cellular mobile telephone networks has
resulted in increasing numbers of mobile phone base stations,
also known as mobile phone towers.
In response to concerns about the effect of electromagnetic radiation
on human health, Radiation Protection has prepared background
information and answers some common questions.
Follow the link for more information on mobile
phone base stations.
Powerlines
Electromagnetic fields are associated with anything that produces,
carries or is powered by electricity. Radiation Protection has
prepared answers to some valid questions concerning safe levels
of exposure to fields generated by high voltage powerlines and
other electrical and magnetic sources.
Follow the link for more information on powerlines.
Annual Report
Follow the link for Radiation Protection Annual
Reports.
Application forms
The SA radiation licence and registration forms are available
online at www.elf.sa.gov.au.
The forms are also available via downloading the PDFs below or
contacting the Radiation Protection Division, EPA on (08) 8463 7826.
Sale
Regulations 54 and 55 require that anyone selling, replacing or
disposing of x-ray apparatus or major components must notify the
division in writing within seven days of the sale or disposal.
Relocation
Regulation 63 requires that the owner of an X-ray apparatus
which is relocated must notify the division in writing within
fourteen days of the change.
Legislation
Legislation administered by the Radiation Protection division
includes:
For the text of this legislation go to the South
Australian Legislation web site www.legislation.sa.gov.au
Resources
Links
Australian Radiation Protection & Nuclear Safety Agency (ARPANSA)
www.arpansa.gov.au
This page was last modified 16-06-2009
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