Observation (CEACR) - adopted 2005, published 95th ILC session (2006)

Radiation Protection Convention, 1960 (No. 115) - Sweden (Ratification: 1961)

1. The Committee notes the information contained in the Government’s report and the numerous attachments.

2. Article 3. Adoption of rules. The Committee notes with interest that the Government continues to adopt rules to ensure the effective protection of workers against ionizing radiation. It notes, inter alia, that the Working Environment Authority has issued regulations under section 18 of the Working Environment Ordinance (SFS 1977:1166) which include provisions to limit exposure to radon and radon daughters. It notes, in particular, the updated occupational exposure limit values and measures against air contaminants (AFS 2000:3) and the regulations with respect to rock work (AFS 2003:2) and that sections 21 to 23 of the latter regulations state that low radon and radon daughter concentrations shall be aimed for in all workplaces below the ground.

3. Article 15. Labour inspection. The Committee notes with interest the Government’s statement that during the last five years labour inspection of radioactive sources has become more intensified.