Strengthening the Regulatory Infrastructure to Enhance Radiation Safety in Latin America and the Caribbean
Project Type
Technical Cooperation ProjectProject Code
RLA9090
Approved Date
1 January 2022Project Status
ActiveParticipating Countries
Peru, Cuba, Guatemala, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, Uruguay, Argentina, Costa Rica, Brazil, Nicaragua, Paraguay, Chile, Colombia, Mexico, Panama, El Salvador, HondurasObjectives
To ensure the safe use of radiation sources, radioactive waste management and transport safety, including the strengthening of emergency preparedness and response capacities, and the adequate education and training in radiation protection, to protect the people and the environment from the hazardous effects of ionizing radiation.