NRC License Drafting and Amendment

The use of radioactive materials is within the jurisdiction of the United States Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC). Anyone who wishes to possess and handle radioactive materials must obtain NRC Materials License.

The license procurement process typically begins with drafting and submission to the NRC of an extensive application containing detailed information about the applicant, applicant’s facilities, personnel, and the extent of intended use. After the application is filed, the NRC may require explanations and submission of additional information. The communications between the NRC and the applicant continues until the NRC is satisfied that the substance of the application and the underlying facts comply with the regulatory requirements.

On behalf of our clients, we had drafted and submitted a substantial number of applications for the NRC Materials License. We worked directly with the NRC during the licensing process. In every case, we successfully gained approval of the application and issuance of the License.

The original conditions of the License often change after initial grant. In such circumstances, the License must be amended. Examples of changes that may require license amendment include location, laboratory space arrangement, designation of new Radiation Safety Officer, changes in the nature and/or maximum amount of radioactive materials, and changes in handling procedures.

We helped our clients in the amendment process to maintain compliance and to insure uninterrupted use of radioactive materials.

NRC License Administration

The NRC Materials License describes a number of conditions pertaining to handling of radioactive materials and facility operations. Thus, the License requires establishment of a radiation safety program to assure safe handling of radioactive materials. After the License is granted, we help our clients to manage the radiation safety programs and to comply with the conditions of the License.