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Research Reactor Decommissioning and Demonstration Project (R2D2P)

Legal and Regulatory Framework on Decommissioning of Research Reactors Ibrahim MUHAMAD AELB MALAYSIA

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Ibrahim Muhamad Principal Assistant Director Atomic Energy Licensing Board Ministry Of Science Technology & Innovation Batu 24 Jalan Dengkil 43800 Dengkil, SELANGOR Tel : 03 – 8928 4143 E-mail : ibrahim@aelb.gov.my

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Topical Areas in Legal and Governmental Infrastructure

Establishment of a National Regulatory

Establishment of a National Regulatory Framework Framework

Establishment of the Organizational

Establishment of the Organizational Structure of the Regulatory Body Structure of the Regulatory Body

Fulfilment of the Activities of the

Fulfilment of the Activities of the Regulatory Body Regulatory Body

Establishment of Specific Infrastructures

Establishment of Specific Infrastructures

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2.1 ESTABLISHMENT OF A NATIONAL REGULATORY FRAMEWORK 2.1.1. Legislation and regulations

the Atomic Energy Licensing Act 1984 (AELA) be

promptly amended to update its provisions

The AELA is undergoing the process of

amending – phase 1 (internal committee)

Other regulations (BSS, Transport, Licensing)

undergoing amending process at different stages while other new regulations are in the process of drafting (Management of RAW, Medical Devices).

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2.1.2. Regulatory body

designating the AELB as the sole regulatory body in

Malaysia and ensuring its independence by placing it under the supervision of a Minister not connected with the development or promotion of nuclear energy.

AELB is given the budget and authority to carry out

its duties as listed in the AELA. Current situation in Malaysia, the experts on monitoring and control of medical activities is in the relevant ministry. Independent and professional conduct are ensured through reporting to the Board.

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AELB DOCUMENTS AELB DOCUMENTS

Atomic Energy Licensing Act 1984

[COMPULSARY TO FOLLOW]

Regulations, Orders and Conditions of the Licence

[COMPULSARY TO FOLLOW]

Code Of Practice/ Standards
Advisory Materials/Guides

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ACT 304 ACT 304

I. PRELIMINARY II. ATOMIC ENERGY LICENSING BOARD

III. CONTROL AND

LICENSING

IV. CANCELLATION,

SUSPENSION AND RENEWAL OF LICENSE V. HEALTH AND SAFETY VI. DISPOSAL OF RAD- IOACTIVE WASTE VII. APPEAL

VIII. POWERS OF SEIZURE

AND ARREST, OFFENCES AND FORFEITURE IX. LIABILITY FOR NUCLEAR DAMAGE X. GENERAL

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ESTABLISHMENT OF AELB

1 February 1985
Section 3 Act 304
Enforcement Agency to the related thereto Act 304.
Under Ministry Of Science, Technology & Environment
After election Mac 2004: Ministry Of Science, Tech &

Innovation

2.2. ESTABLISHMENT OF THE ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE OF THE REGULATORY BODY

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AELB 0RGANIZATION CHART

BOARD MEMBERS

STANDING COMMITTEE SUB-STANDING COMMITTEE

LICENSING DIV POLICY, CODE AND STANDARD DIV DIRECTOR GENERAL NUCLEAR INSTALLATION DIV TECHNICAL SUPPORT DIV ENFORCEMENT DIV SUPPORTING SERVICES DIV

BRANCH EAST MALAYSIA ZONE BRANCH EAST ZONE BRANCH SOUTH ZONE BRANCH NORTH ZONE

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ENFORCEMENT OF ATOMIC ENERGY LICENSING ACT 1984 (ACT 304) ADVISE THE MINISTER & GOVT OF MALAYSIA ON ANYTHING RELATED TO ACT 304 SCIENTIFIC AND TECHNICAL COLABORATION WITH OTHER AGENCIS RELATED NUCLEAR/ ATOMIC ENERGY

IMPLEMENTATION OF OBLIGATION ARISE FROM INTERNATIONAL AGREEMENT, TREATY, CONVENSION REGARDING NUCLEAR/ ATOMIC ENERGY

OTHERS THAT ARISE FROM THE FUNCTION OF THE BOARD UNDER ACT 304

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2.2.1. General organization

New division specifically for Nuclear Installation Safety

established in July 2003. Maximum post (professional) is 7. Employed (as per 23 June 2006) is 5. 2.2.2. Support to the regulatory body

Universities and other relevant government agencies

2.2.3. Relations between the regulatory body and the

perator - good relationship

2.2.4. International co-operation

AELB is open to cooperation with other international

agencies and other countries (example : Indonesia for Education & Training, South Korea for Emergency Centre)

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2.3. FULFILLMENT OF THE ACTIVITIES OF THE REGULATORY BODY

The only nuclear installation in Malaysia (MINT)

are licensed by AELB. Current focus is to ensure the Safety Analysis Report complies with International Standard.

Effort to enhance authorization, inspection and

enforcement procedures are being carried out.

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REACTOR TRIGA PUSPATI

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Licensing

SAMPLE

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CLASSIFICATION OF LICENCE

CLASS A ACTIVITY

Manufacture
Trade in
Produce
Process
Purchase
Own
Possess
Transfer
Handle
Sell
Store
Import
Export

RADIOACTIVE MATERIAL

CLASS B

NUCLEAR MATERIAL

CLASS C

IRRADIATING APPARATUS

CLASS D

TRANSPORTATION

CLASS E

IMPORT & EXPORT

CLASS F

NUCLEAR INSTALLATION

CLASS G CLASS H

OTHERS DISPOSAL/STORAGE RADIOACTIVE MATERIAL BEFORE DISPOSE

ACTIVITY ACTIVITY ACTIVITY ACTIVITY ACTIVITY ACTIVITY AKTIVITI

Same as

Class A

Purchase
Sell
Trade in
Transfer
Import
Export
Possess
Own
Use
Store
Handle
Transport
Import
Export
Same as

Class A

Dispose
Store
Maintenance
Leak test

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Investigation Suspension of radiation worker Prosecution and order to cease operation Warning and Reminder Stop Operation

AELB Action

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2.4. ESTABLISHMENT OF SPECIFIC INFRASTRUCTURES 2.4.1. Infrastructure for emergency preparedness AELB was recognized as the lead agency for radiological incident/accident in Malaysia. A National Committee chaired by the PM has been established. Efforts to enhance the capabilities are being carried out as recommended in the Peer Review Mission Feb 2004. 2.4.2. Other specific infrastructures Other infrastructure such as Radioactive Waste Management and SSDL has been established at MINT and has been providing services to users in Malaysia and nearby countries. Findings in the Peer Review Mission (ORPAS): Milestone 2 effectively achieved.

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NATIONAL RADIOLOGICAL CENTRE

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Legal and Governmental Infrastructure

Establishment of a National Regulatory Framework Fulfilment of Activities by the Regulatory Body Establishment of the Organizational Structure of the Regulatory Body Establishment of Specific Infrastructures

Legislation and Regulations Regulatory Body General Organization Support to the Regulatory Body Relations between the Regulatory Body and the Operator International Co-operation Authorization Review and Assessment Inspection and Enforcement Development of Regulations and Guides Infrastructure for Emergency Preparedness Other Important Infrastructure for Nuclear Safety

Legend 1: no action taken 2: work under development 3: work development complete but not implemented 4: work implemented, sustainability should be ensured