Regulations and guidance for dealing with radioactivity in solid waste in Pennsylvania

The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (PA DEP) has the responsibility for protecting the health and safety of the citizens in the Commonwealth, and protection of the environment from hazardous material contaminants. This includes sources of radiation such as medical and non-medical radiation generating devices, radioactive materials, radioactive waste, and independent oversight for nuclear power plants within the state. This paper and meeting poster summarizes the regulations and guidance for dealing with radioactivity often detected in solid waste in Pennsylvania. (author)