Pakistan Nuclear Regulatory Authority, By-Laws
Regulatory by-laws issued by the Pakistan Nuclear Regulatory Authority (PNRA) governing radiation safety and the licensing of radioactive material.
Overview
PNRA is Pakistan's independent regulator for nuclear safety, radiation protection, and the security of radioactive material, working to align national practice with IAEA (International Atomic Energy Agency) standards. Its by-laws and regulations, including PAK-904, set licensing, safety, and reporting requirements for any facility or organization that uses, stores, transports, or disposes of radioactive sources, from hospitals using medical imaging equipment to industrial radiography operations.
Key points
- Covers licensing for possession, use, transport, and disposal of radioactive sources
- Applies to medical, industrial, and research uses of radiation, not just power generation
- Sets radiation dose limits and worker monitoring requirements
- Aligned with IAEA safety standards
Who this applies to
Hospitals with radiology or oncology departments, industrial radiography and non-destructive testing (NDT) firms, and any organization possessing a licensed radioactive source.
Frequently asked questions
Who needs a PNRA license?
Any organization possessing, using, or transporting radioactive material or radiation-generating equipment, such as hospitals, NDT firms, and research labs.
Does PNRA only regulate nuclear power?
No, its mandate extends well beyond power generation to medical, industrial, and research radiation sources across the country.
What happens if a facility operates without a PNRA license?
It is a regulatory violation that can lead to penalties, suspension of operations, and seizure of the radioactive material.
How often are licenses renewed?
Renewal cycles vary by license category and are set out in PNRA's regulations for that class of source.
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