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Strengthening the Regulatory Infrastructure to Enhance Radiation Safety in Latin America and the Caribbean
Project Type
Technical Cooperation Project
TC Region
Latin America and the Caribbean
Project Code
RLA9090Approved Date
1 January 2022
Status
Active
Participating Countries
Argentina
Brazil
Chile
Colombia
Costa Rica
Cuba
Dominican Republic
Ecuador
El Salvador
Guatemala
Honduras
Mexico
Nicaragua
Panama
Paraguay
Peru
Uruguay
Objectives
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.