Service for the physical control of the workplace, pivot of the Belgian regulations

Radiation protection regulations in Belgium were first developed within the broader framework of legislation governing the safety of workers and protection of the public. Since 1958 they have been based on a specific law, although their structure still bears the clear stamp of the concepts which dominated the previous regulations. For example, it is the operator of a facility where ionizing radiation is used who is responsible for the safety of both the employees and the public. The General Regulations for the Protection of the Public and Workers Against the Danger of Ionizing Radiation, drawn up for the specific purpose of applying the 1958 law, encompass all the relevant rules and regulations in this area. The physical control service is a body which is closely integrated into the company. It is competent in the area of radiation protection and is responsible for monitoring the application of the Regulations on a daily basis. The head of this service holds a key position in the company. (author). 3 tabs