Radiation protection advice

Any employer engaged in work with ionising radiation must appoint a suitable Radiation Protection Advisor (RPA) in accordance with Regulation 14 of the Ionising Radiation Regulations 2017.

SGA is an HSE approved RPA Body providing expert Radiation Protection Advice.  We provide the comprehensive advice and guidance needed to support your organisation in achieving legal compliance.

Following appointment as your RPA, our advice will include, where relevant:

  • Plans for new installations and bringing units into commission in relation to engineering controls, design features, safety features and warning devices
  • HSE notification, registration and consent for work with ionising radiation
  • Designation of areas
  • Restriction of exposure and keeping does as low as reasonably practicable (ALARP)
  • Radiation risk assessments
  • Local rules and safe systems of work
  • Personal Protection Equipment (PPE)
  • Contingency plans
  • Classification of workers
  • Monitoring and personal dosimetry
  • Quality assurance
  • Training
  • Dose assessments and investigations
  • Arrangements for the control and accountancy of radioactive substances

Consultancy

Our RPA/RWA/MPE services can be employed on an ad hoc, consultancy basis, or for a specific role.  SGA will endeavour to support your requirements, wherever possible, within our areas of expertise.  Consultancy fees are determined based upon the time dedicated to the agreed task.

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