The OAS is a progressive professional society whose members and activities constitute an invaluable resource to the regulation of radioactive materials and radiation safety across the nation. Together through committed, collaborative partnerships with state and federal agencies and other professional organizations, we will:
- Improve regulation of radioactive material;
- create a unified culture that values its members’ participation and opinions; and
- ensure that the OAS stands strong in representing its members who regulate the majority of radioactive material facilities within the United States.
Printer-friendly versionPresident Announces Two NRC Commissioner Nominees
On October 9, 2009, President Obama announced his intent to nominate George Apostolakis, PhD and William Magwood, IV for the two open Commissioner positions in the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC). If both are confirmed by the Senate, this would mark the first occasion the Commission has been whole (all five seats filled) in over three years.[ACR]
About OAS
The OAS is a nonprofit, voluntary, scientific and professional society incorporated in the District of Columbia. The membership of OAS consists of state radiation control directors and staff from the 37 Agreement States who are responsible for implementation of their respective Agreement State programs. The purpose of the OAS is to provide a mechanism for these Agreement States to work with each other and with the United States Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) on regulatory issues associated with their respective agreements.
NRC COMPLETES NEW JERSEY AGREEMENT TO REGULATE CERTAIN RADIOACTIVE MATERIALS
The Nuclear Regulatory Commission has completed an agreement with New Jersey, under which the state will assume NRC’s regulatory authority over certain radioactive materials. New Jersey becomes the 37th NRC Agreement State, effective Sept. 30.
NRC Launches National Source Tracking System Blog
NRC has launched a National Source Tracking System Blog! This Blog will be a way for the NRC to communicate upcoming events and important information regarding the NSTS with their user community. In the coming months, they will be providing information on topics such as:
* Annual Inventory Reconciliation
* Certificate Renewals
* Tips on NSTS Usage
