Nuclear & Radiation Safety
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The Illinois Emergency Management Agency is responsible for protecting Illinois residents from the potentially harmful effects of ionizing radiation. IEMA is recognized across the nation and around the world as a leader in radiation safety. The agency administers more than two dozen programs to protect citizens and the environment, including:
the nation’s most comprehensive monitoring system for the 11 operating nuclear power reactors in Illinois
Resident Inspectors at each nuclear power plant to conduct independent safety inspections of critical safety systems
inspection and escort of spent nuclear fuel shipments
inspection and regulation of 750 radioactive materials licensees and 35,000 x-ray machines
accreditation of radiation technologists
licensing of radon measurement and mitigation professionals
oversight of cleanup efforts at sites contaminated with radioactive materials
Nuclear & Radiation Safety Programs of Interest
