Uranium Exploration - Health, Safety and Environmental Management Guideline

Companies exploring for uranium or other radioactive minerals in the Northern Territory should be aware that such substances pose hazards in addition to those associated with the exploration for other minerals. It is expected that companies will adopt appropriate systems and procedures to effectively manage these additional risks and prevent harm to personnel, the public or the environment.

This guideline contains a brief outline of the additional legislative, health, safety and environmental requirements associated with uranium exploration. Compliance with these requirements constitutes only a minimum standard and all exploration operators are strongly encouraged to strive for best practice in OHSE management.

Radiation Management Plan

Operators should develop a radiation management plan which outlines procedures for monitoring and minimising radiation exposure to workers, the public and the environment.

This plan should identify the specific risks associated with a project and detail how these risks will be managed. It is acceptable to provide this information either as a component of the Mining Management Plan, which is a requirement under the Mining Management Act (NT), or as a separate document.