Safety requirements for handling radioactive waste have been approved in Uzbekistan. This document defines the procedure for managing waste generated during the operation and decommissioning of nuclear power plants, research reactors, and other nuclear facilities.
According to the document, the doses of radiation received by employees working with radioactive waste must be constantly monitored, waste must be classified according to its activity level, protective barriers must be used to prevent the spread of radiation, and employees must be provided with personal protective equipment. The form of radiation control must be specified in the project's and operation's documentation for the facility.
Companies dealing with radioactive waste are required to develop safety instructions and manuals. Additionally, annual reports on the amount of radioactive waste generated from the use of atomic energy must be prepared.
