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Formed February 5, 1999 (1999-02-05) Preceding agencies Nuclear Safety Bureau
Australian Radiation Laboratory Jurisdiction Commonwealth of Australia Headquarters Miranda, New South Wales Motto Protecting people and the environment from the harmful effects of radiation | ||
The Australian Radiation Protection and Nuclear Safety Agency (ARPANSA) is an Australian body that monitors and identifies solar radiation and nuclear radiation risks to the population of Australia.
It is identified as the main government body dealing with ionizing and non-ionizing radiation and publishes material regarding radiation protection.
The agency publishes daily solar ultraviolet radiation (UVR) levels for many locations in Australia.
It also sets Ultraviolet Protection Factor standards for protective clothing.
References
Australian Radiation Protection and Nuclear Safety Agency Wikipedia(Text) CC BY-SA