Regulatory aspects of nuclear criticality safety in Germany
- Budesamt fuer Strahlenschutz, Salzgitter (Germany)
The Atomic Energy Act on the peaceful use of nuclear energy and of the protection against its hazards was Passed in the German parliament in 1959. One of the purposes of this act is {open_quotes}to promote the research, development and utilization of nuclear energy for peaceful purposes.{close_quotes} This act defines fissile nuclear material (Kernbrennstoffe) and lays down the conditions and responsibilities for licensing transportation, storage, and other nuclear facilities including reactors. Based on the Atomic Energy Act, the ordinance for radiation protection was passed in October 1976. This ordinance contains requirements concerning the handling and transport of radioactive materials and basic principles for radiation protection.
- OSTI ID:
- 426440
- Report Number(s):
- CONF-961103--
- Journal Information:
- Transactions of the American Nuclear Society, Journal Name: Transactions of the American Nuclear Society Vol. 75; ISSN 0003-018X; ISSN TANSAO
- Country of Publication:
- United States
- Language:
- English
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