IRR17 (34) - Misuse of or interference with sources of ionising radiation

Published: Sep 29, 2021

It is an offence to intentionally or recklessly misuse, or without justification interfere with, any radioactive substance or electrical equipment for which IRR17 applies.

Whilst the RPS is not in a ‘policing role’, it is reasonable to suggest that they will be on the lookout for misuse or other similar behaviour.

The definition of 'safe' is not strictly an engineering term; it's a societal term. Does it mean absolutely no loss of life? Does it mean absolutely no contamination with radiation? What exactly does 'safe' mean?

– Henry Petroski -