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Licensing and notification for veterinary practices
This page contains information for those who perform, or plan to perform, veterinary procedures involving ionising radiation. It explains when a licence or notification is required, as well as how to apply for a licence or submit notification.
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Pronouncement on repository applications made to the Swedish Government
On 23 January 2018, the Swedish Radiation Safety Authority, SSM, in its capacity as a preparatory authority, submitted its pronouncement to the Government regarding SKB's licence applications for final disposal of spent nuclear fuel. SSM recommends approval of SKB's applications under the Act on Nuclear Activities for licences to construct a repository for spent nuclear fuel, located at...
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Licensing and notification for industrial activities involving ionising radiation
This page is intended for those planning to carry out industrial activities involving ionising radiation. It provides information on which activities require a licence or notification, and how to submit an application or notification.
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Import and export of radioactive waste and spent fuel
If you are planning to import or export radioactive waste or spent fuel to or from Sweden, you may need authorisation from the Swedish Radiation Safety Authority in the form of a licence. Here, you can find information about licences for transboundary shipments of radioactive waste and spent fuel and how to apply for one.
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Nuclear facilities in operation in Sweden
At the present time, there are three nuclear power plants in operation in Sweden. These are the plants of Forsmark, Oskarshamn and Ringhals.
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Notification concerning NORM
This page is intended for those who handle naturally occurring radioactive material (NORM) as waste, by-product or raw material, including building materials subject to notification. It contains information about when you have a notification obligation and how to register your operation with us.
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Convention on Nuclear Safety
Following the Chernobyl accident that took place in 1986, a number of countries, including Sweden, took the initiative to establish an international Convention on Nuclear Safety (CNS). The aim was to create an international forum for open dialogue on nuclear safety through a recurring review process.
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About the website
The website of the Swedish Radiation Safety Authority was launched on 28 September 2017. One of its objectives is to make it easier for all visitors to find what they are looking for.
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Radioactive waste
Radioactive waste is generated in activities where radioactive substances are used. The largest amount is generated in Swedish nuclear power plants. Some of the radioactive waste comes from other activities involving radiation, such as healthcare, research and industrial operations. Radioactive waste is generated, for example, when end-of-life fire detectors have to be disposed of, in...
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Transport
Radioactive materials are used in fields such as healthcare, research, nuclear power and other industries and must be transported safely. The transport of radioactive materials within Sweden's borders, as well as the import and export of radioactive waste and spent nuclear fuel to and from Sweden, are important aspects of their management. The requirements for these transports depend on...
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