Department of Health

Victoria's regulatory framework for radiation

The department regulates the use of radiation to protect people and the environment from its harmful effects by administering the Radiation Act 2005. The Act establishes a system of licensing users of radiation sources and managers of radiation practices. Under the Act, it is an offence to use a radiation source or conduct a radiation practice without a licence.

The Act includes regulation-making powers under which the Radiation Regulations 2017 have been made. Both management and use licences within Victoria require compliance with certain codes of practice and standards.

The department regulates the use of radiation to protect people and the environment from its harmful effects by administering the Radiation Act 2005. The Act establishes a system of licensing users of radiation sources and managers of radiation practices. Under the Act, it is an offence to use a radiation source or conduct a radiation practice without a licence.

The Act includes regulation-making powers under which the Radiation Regulations 2017 have been made. Both management and use licences within Victoria require compliance with certain codes of practice and standards.

Victorian radiation laws

Information relating to the Radiation Act 2005, the Radiation Regulations 2017 and any associated proposed or amended legislation.

Radiation Advisory Committee

The Radiation Advisory Committee provides advice on matters relating to radiation safety and the administration of the radiation legislation.

How we regulate radiation in Victoria

The department has developed documents that describe its approach to regulation.

Reviewed 11 December 2024

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Contact details

Radiation Safety Department of Health GPO Box 4057, Melbourne, VIC 3000

Department of Health, GPO Box 4057, Melbourne VIC 3001, Melbourne, VIC 3000
Radiation.safety@health.vic.gov.au
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