Nuclear Regulatory Act

35. Medical exposure

Edition: 2022-12-31 · In force

35. Medical exposure

(1)Every authorized person shall ensure that no person, whether symptomatic or asymptomatic, incurs medical exposure unless—

(a)the radiological procedure has been requested by an appropriately qualified and registered clinician or medical practitioner within their respective care level;

(b)responsibility has been assumed for ensuring protection and safety; and

(c)the person subject to the exposure has been informed of the expected benefits and risks and has consented to the exposure.

(2)Every authorized person shall ensure that all practicable measures have been taken to minimize the likelihood of unintended or accidental medical exposure.

(3)Where unintended or accidental radiation exposure occurs, the authorized person shall implement corrective action and report to the Authority.

(4)A person who contravenes this section commits an offence and is liable on conviction to a fine not exceeding one million shillings or to imprisonment for a term not exceeding one year or to both.

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Source: Kenya Law