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Requirements for Medical Surveillance and Control of Persons Occupationlly exposed to Radiation Mining and Minerals Processing

National Nuclear RegulatorRef: RD-011

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Source domain: nnr.co.za

Collected on 6 August 2026

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What this means

This document sets out mandatory requirements for medical surveillance and control of workers in mining and minerals processing who are occupationally exposed to radiation. It mandates that employers establish a formal policy and programme, appoint qualified medical practitioners, ensure proper training, and maintain records. The document was issued by the National Nuclear Regulator in April 2002 and remains in force as an ongoing regulatory standard.

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professional appointmentOngoing

Appointment of Appointed Medical Practitioner

Employers must appoint a Medical Practitioner to oversee the implementation of the medical surveillance and control programme for workers exposed to radiation. This practitioner must be trained in radiation biology, radiation physics, and occupational health.

Who it is for
employers in mining and minerals processing industries
How to act on it
Appoint a qualified Medical Practitioner who has completed training in radiation effects, radiation protection, and occupational health as required by the NNR.
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The Holder must appoint a Medical Practitioner as the Appointed Medical Practitioner to oversee the implementation of the medical surveillance and control programme.
required professional trainingOngoing

Training of Appointed Medical Practitioners

Appointed Medical Practitioners must receive appropriate training from the National Nuclear Regulator in areas such as the biological effects of ionizing radiation, radiation physics, and occupational health.

Who it is for
Medical Practitioners appointed to oversee radiation exposure monitoring
How to act on it
Complete training in radiation biology, radiation physics, radiation hazards, and occupational health as specified by the NNR.
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The Holder must ensure that Appointed Medical Practitioners receive the appropriate training to the satisfaction of the NNR in the areas specified below:
mandatory health programmeOngoing

Medical Surveillance and Control Programme for Persons Occupationally Exposed to Radiation

Employers in mining and minerals processing must establish and maintain a medical surveillance and control programme to ensure the health of workers exposed to radiation is protected. This includes appointing qualified medical practitioners, maintaining records, and ensuring compliance with formal procedures.

Who it is for
employers in mining and minerals processing industries
How to act on it
Implement a formal medical surveillance and control programme in accordance with the requirements of this document, including appointing an Appointed Medical Practitioner and maintaining documented records.
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A medical surveillance and control programme shall be in place to meet the requirements contained in this document.

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Reference

RD-011

Key Takeaways

  • RD-011
  • April 2002
  • 26/4/2002
  • National Nuclear Regulator
  • medical surveillance and control
  • radiation exposure
  • mining and minerals processing
  • Appointed Medical Practitioner
  • training requirements
  • National Nuclear Regulator
  • S VAN DER WOUDE
  • Appointed Medical Practitioner
  • Appointed Medical Practitioner-in-training