This Law establishes the principles and basic rules, requirements, standards and measures for the necessary protection against ionizing radiation on the territory of the Croatian Republic. The Law includes all emergency procedures, the handling of radioactive waste and inspection, management and supervision of the implementation of measures for protection against ionizing radiation caused by stationary and non-stationary sources, and it also prescribes rules to offer a secure and reduced risk operations and other activities that are important for life and health, also governing and preserving the environment for present and future generations. As defined by this Law, the recognized sources of ionizing radiation are: x-ray machines and other electrical devices that produce ionizing radiation; radioactive materials, devices and systems with radioactive substances; radioactive waste; nuclear plants and all substances and objects from the nuclear fuel cycle; radioactive substances found in the environment due to nuclear explosions, accidents or any other reason which is the result of human activity; and all other activities or interventions related to ionizing radiation. The Law is divided into 10 Chapters and 54 articles, including the offences and related penalties.
Croatia · 1999-03-05