# The Environmental Authorisations (Scotland) Regulations 2018, Paragraph 34: Orphan Sources


(1) SEPA must, for the purpose specified in sub-paragraph (2), promptly provide specialised technical advice and assistance to a person who—
(a) suspects the presence of an orphan source; and
(b) does not normally carry on radioactive substances activities.
(2) The purpose is to ensure—
(a) the protection of members of the public from radiation; and
(b) the safety of the source.

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Source: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/sdsi/2018/9780111039014/schedule/8/paragraph/34 (the official version)
Page: https://openlegislation.uk/draft-environmental-authorisations-scotland-regulations-2018/schedule-8/paragraph-34
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