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Licence for Operation of Land-Based Stationary Gamma Gamma Radiation Processing Facility

What is Application for Licence for Operation of Land-Based Stationary Gamma Gamma Radiation Processing Facility

A Radiation Processing Facility (RPF) is a facility that uses radioactive sources and associated systems to deliver a prescribed dose of radiation to a specific target within a predetermined time. This licence is required for any individual, company, or organization intending to establish and operate a land-based stationary gamma radiation processing facility as specified under the Atomic Energy (Radiation Protection) Rules, 2004. The licence is issued by the Atomic Energy Regulatory Board (AERB), the national regulatory authority responsible for regulating nuclear and radiation facilities in India. AERB ensures the safe use of radiation and enforces regulatory requirements to protect workers, the public, and the environment from radiation hazards. This licence is mandatory for facilities engaged in applications such as product sterilization, food irradiation, and other industrial radiation processing activities using stationary gamma radiation sources.

Who Can Apply for Licence for Operation of Land-Based Stationary Gamma Gamma Radiation Processing Facility ?

  • Companies operating gamma radiation processing facilities.
  • Food irradiation and sterilization units.
  • Research and industrial organizations.
  • Government and public sector entities.
  • Any person or entity intending to operate a land-based stationary gamma radiation processing facility under the Atomic Energy (Radiation Protection) Rules, 2004.

Documents Required for Licence for Operation of Land-Based Stationary Gamma Gamma Radiation Processing Facility

Act and Rules

Atomic Energy Act, 1962
Atomic Energy (Radiation Protection) Rules, 2004
Requirements for obtaining Land Based Stationery License
AERB Safety Standards for Land Based Stationary Gamma Irradiators
Atomic Energy (Radiation Protection) Rules, 2004
Requirements for obtaining Land Based Stationery License

Role of Shamkris and Process of Licence for Operation of Land-Based Stationary Gamma Gamma Radiation Processing Facility

Shamkris adopts a results-oriented approach to ensuring compliance with the mandatory requirements for obtaining the Application. With a simple and guided methodology, Shamkris helps organizations achieve the necessary application in a timely and cost-effective manner. Shamkris offers 100% support in advisory, guidance, and compliance, ensuring smooth processing for obtaining the application.

The Application acquisition process described below:

Advisory for the document required

Preparation of documents as per application & list of documents.

Certificate File

Inspection by the department if required

Certificate department

Certificate issued

Yearly Compliance if Applicable

Renewal when due

Who can issue Approval for Licence for Operation of Land-Based Stationary Gamma Gamma Radiation Processing Facility

FAQ

It is a facility that uses gamma radiation sources to process, sterilize, or irradiate products for industrial, medical, or food applications.

Yes, an AERB licence is mandatory under the Atomic Energy (Radiation Protection) Rules, 2004.

 

The licence is issued by the Atomic Energy Regulatory Board (AERB).

 

 

Any individual, company, organization, or institution intending to operate a land-based stationary gamma radiation processing facility.

 

They are used for food irradiation, medical device sterilization, pharmaceutical processing, and industrial product treatment.

It ensures the safe operation of radiation facilities and protects workers, the public, and the environment from radiation hazards.