Radiation Advisory Council
The Radiation Advisory Council (the Council) is constituted under section 29 of the Radiation Control Act 1990.
The object of this Act is to:
.. secure the protection of persons and the environment from exposure to harmful ionising and non-ionising radiation to the maximum extent that is reasonably practicable, taking into account social and economic factors and recognising the need for the use of radiation for beneficial purposes.
The Council is to consist of 17 members appointed by the Minister for the Environment.
The functions of the Council include advising the Minister on:
the administration of the Act and Regulation
measures to prevent or minimise the dangers arising from radiation
other functions as are conferred or imposed on it by or under the Act.
The Council also provides advice to EPA about licences, registrations and accreditation under the Act. EPA provides administrative support to the Council.
Under provisions in the Act, the Council must prepare and forward to the Minister an annual report of its work and activities for the 12 months ending on 30 June in that year.
Page last updated: 15 February 2012
