Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) for random checking of imported consignments of metal scrap with respect to radioactive contamination https://www.taxtmi.com/circulars?id=65206 Random radiation screening of imported metal scrap requires verification of a Pre-Shipment Inspection Agency certificate and importer-exporter assurance, measurement of background and container surface radiation with handheld monitors set to a preset alarm above background, and comparison with PSIA certificates or self-declarations. Exceedance of the alarm mandates isotope identification: NORM findings permit release; identification of other radionuclides requires immediate notification to nuclear emergency authorities, relocation to a cordoned area with monitoring and reporting, and initiation of repatriation or deportation, with costs borne by the importer or designated responsible person. en-us Mon, 15 Nov 2021 00:00:00 +0530 Tue, 16 Nov 2021 10:44:00 +0530 TaxTMI RSS Generator Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) for random checking of imported consignments of metal scrap with respect to radioactive contamination https://www.taxtmi.com/circulars?id=65206 Random radiation screening of imported metal scrap requires verification of a Pre-Shipment Inspection Agency certificate and importer-exporter assurance, measurement of background and container surface radiation with handheld monitors set to a preset alarm above background, and comparison with PSIA certificates or self-declarations. Exceedance of the alarm mandates isotope identification: NORM findings permit release; identification of other radionuclides requires immediate notification to nuclear emergency authorities, relocation to a cordoned area with monitoring and reporting, and initiation of repatriation or deportation, with costs borne by the importer or designated responsible person. Circulars DGFT Mon, 15 Nov 2021 00:00:00 +0530 https://www.taxtmi.com/circulars?id=65206