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Frequently Asked Questions About General LicensesOn this page:
Index to All Frequently Asked Questions Pages What is a 10 CFR 31.5 general licensee (GL)? A general licensee is a person or organization that acquires, uses, or possesses a generally licensed device, and has received the device through an authorized transfer by the device manufacturer/distributor, or by change of company ownership where the device remains in use at a particular location. If you receive, or have received, a device through an unauthorized means, contact your regulatory authority immediately. What is a generally licensed device (GLD)? GLDs are devices containing radioactive material and are typically used to detect, measure, gauge, or control the thickness, density, level, or chemical composition of various items. Examples of such devices are gas chromatographs (detector cells), density gauges, fill-level gauges, and static elimination devices. What are the requirements for a general licensee? GLs are subject to the NRC regulations listed in 10 CFR 31.5. These requirements include, but are not limited to: Accountability and Control:
Routine Maintenance:
If the Device Becomes Damaged or Fails a Shutter or Leak Test:
Other Reporting Requirements:
A complete listing of requirements for GLs includes the following sections of Title 10 of the Code of Federal Regulations: 20.2201, 20.2202, 30.1, 30.2, 30.3, 30.4, 30.5, 30.6, 30.7, 30.8, 30.9, 30.10, 30.14(d), 30.34(a) to (e), 30.41, 30.50, 30.51, 30.52, 30.53, 30.61, 30.62, 30.63, and 31.5. Where do I send reports? Submit the reports previously listed within 30 days of occurrence to Director of Nuclear Material Safety and Safeguards To make a report of incidents or lost or stolen devices, please provide the following information to the Regional Administrator for your location: (A) Description of the radioactive material; (B) Description of the circumstances under which the loss or theft occurred; (C) Disposition of the radioactive material; (D) Radiation exposure to individuals; (E) Actions taken to recover the material; and (F) Actions taken to prevent recurrence. For the addresses of the Regional Administrators, please see our Region I, Region II, Region III, and Region IV Location pages. What is NRC registration of general licensed devices? NRC requires certain GLs to annually register their devices with NRC. This includes responding to NRC requests concerning location of the devices and information about the GL (e.g., correct contact person). Which GLs will be subject to NRC registration? GLs that possess at least one device containing one of the following isotopes at or above the activity shown:
Are there fees associated with the general license or registration? GLs required to register with NRC are required to submit a fee. The fee as of July 2005 is $620 per GL per year, however this fee can change each year. What if I do not want to be subject to registration? If a GL does not want to be subject to registration, they can transfer or dispose of their devices that would be subject to registration. How can I transfer or dispose of a GLD? A GLD can only be transferred (for disposal or to obtain a replacement device) to a person holding a specific license pursuant to 10 CFR Part 30 and Part 32, such as the device manufacturer or licensed waste broker. However, in the specific case of change of ownership where a GLD remains in use at a particular location, the new owner will be the new general licensee. Who can provide additional information, including health and safety information? You can call your device manufacturer who should be able to assist you and provide you with health and safety guidance about your specific GLD. Also, if the manufacturer is no longer in business, see "Working Safely with Nuclear Gauges" (NUREG/BR-0133). This document will provide you with basic health and safety guidance on using a nuclear gauge. To obtain a paper copy of this document, or for other information concerning general licenses, Contact a Public Affairs Officer. |
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