Radiation Protection Authority-Zambia

The mandate of RPA is derived from the functions stipulated in Part II section 7 and Part III section 18 of the Ionizing Radiation protection Act No. 16 of 2005 and its amendments Act No.19 of 2011. The following are the specific functions of the Radiation Protection Authority as provided for in the Ionising Radiation Protection Act No 16 of 2005 as amended by the Ionising Radiation Protection Act No. 19 of 2011 Part II section 7 and Part III section 18: Advise the Government on policies, measures and matters relating to ionising radiation; Implement the policies of the Government related to the protection of the public, workers and the environment from the harmful effects of ionising radiation; Establish facilities for the collection and dissemination of scientific and technical information on ionising radiation; Collect and disseminate information on the work of the Authority through publications, seminars, workshops and print or electronic media; Liaise with the Zambia Envir...