# The Ionising Radiations Regulations 2017, Regulation 29: Accounting for radioactive substances


Every employer, for the purpose of controlling radioactive substances which are involved in work with ionising radiation undertaken by that employer, must—
(a) take such steps as are appropriate to account for and keep records of the quantity and location of those substances; and
(b) keep those records or a copy of the records for at least 2 years from the date on which they were made and, in addition, for at least 2 years from the date of disposal of that radioactive substance.

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Source: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/2017/1075/regulation/29 (the official version)
Page: https://openlegislation.uk/ionising-radiations-regulations-2017/regulation-29
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