CNSC invites the public to comment on new regulatory document on reporting requirements

July 24, 2018 – Ottawa, ON

REGDOC-3.1.3, Reporting Requirements for Class II Nuclear Facilities and Users of Prescribed Equipment, Nuclear Substances and Radiation Devices, incorporates and clarifies requirements found in the Nuclear Safety and Control Act (NSCA) and regulations made under the NSCA. This draft regulatory document sets out requirements and guidance for reports and notifications that licensees of Class II nuclear facilities and users of prescribed equipment, nuclear substances and radiation devices must submit to the Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission (CNSC). This document also presents the types of reports and the applicable timeframe for reporting.

The public has until September 21, 2018 to provide comments.

The CNSC regulates the use of nuclear energy and materials to protect health, safety, security and the environment; to implement Canada’s international commitments on the peaceful use of nuclear energy; and to disseminate objective scientific, technical and regulatory information to the public.