MANAGEMENT OF NORM IN THE PETROLEUM INDUSTRY Akpojevwa Tega Naomi, october 2016 | Page 54

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National Legal Framework: Radioactive waste shall be managed within
an appropriate national legal framework, including clear allocation of
responsibilities and the provision for independent regulatory functions.
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Control of Radioactive Waste Generation: The generation of radioactive
waste shall be kept to the minimum practicable.
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Radioactive Waste Generation and Management Interdependencies:
Interdependencies among all steps in radioactive waste generation and
management shall be appropriately taken into account.
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Safety of Facilities: The safety of facilities for radioactive waste
management shall be appropriately assured during each phase of the facility’s
lifecycle.
The above-stated objectives are in consonanc