Managing radioactive substances

If you handle radioactive substances you may have to comply with other legislation in addition to complying with your certificate of registration or authorisation.

Importing and exporting radioactive substances

If you are importing or exporting radioactive materials or waste, you must contact the Northern Ireland Environment Agency (NIEA) to find out what you need to do.

The Export Control Organisation at the Department for Business, Innovation & Skills is responsible for legislating, assessing and issuing export and trade licences for specific categories of controlled goods, including certain radioactive sources - see our section on the Export Control Organisation.

Health and safety requirements for radioactive substances

If your business uses or keeps radioactive substances you may need to comply with health and safety requirements - see HSENI radiation guidance.

Transport requirements for radioactive substances

If your business transports radioactive substances you may need to comply with transport requirements - find information about transporting class 7 dangerous good.