Situation on Regulatory Aspects of Underground Disposal of Radioactive Waste in Austria

摘要

In Austria, under the Law on Radiation Protection, 1969, the construction and the operation of radioactive waste facilities both require to be licensed. Applications must be accompanied by detailed documentation and a licence will be granted only if safety is guaranteed and evidence given that any conditions imposed by the licensing authority have been, or will be, respected. Provision is also made for the later inspection of the facility. Additional licences, for example, under legislation relating to construction, or water, are also required. (Atomindex citation 10:453060)