An approval is required for training radiation safety officers

A training organization that arranges training for radiation safety officers must be approved by the Radiation and Nuclear Safety Authority. The approval is valid for a maximum of five years at a time.

The radiation safety officer must have sufficient training and qualifications in accordance with the field of activity requirements. The scope and requirements of qualification for radiation safety officers are presented in Guide ST 1.8.

Trainings and qualification examinations can be arranged by training organizations approved for the purpose by the Radiation and Nuclear Safety authority. The approval may be issued for a maximum of five years at a time.

Instructions for submitting an application are presented in Guide ST 1.8, and the necessary forms are available at the STUK website.