Which piece of legislation is principally concerned with the safety of workers and the general public in radiography?

The Ionising Radiations Regulations 2017 (IRR 2017) is the principal piece of legislation focused on ensuring the safety of workers and the general public when it comes to radiography and other activities involving ionising radiation. The IRR 2017 establishes essential requirements for the protection of individuals from the dangers posed by exposure to ionising radiation in the workplace. This includes guidelines on risk assessments, the registration of radiation employers, and the implementation of protective measures to limit exposure.

The regulations emphasize the importance of controlling exposure through various administrative and protective actions, ensuring that appropriate safety standards are maintained in any environment where ionising radiation is present. By requiring employers to implement safety measures and to provide adequate training for workers, the IRR 2017 aims to minimize risks and promote safe practices in radiography.

Additionally, while the Health and Safety at Work Act addresses broader workplace health and safety issues and the Radiation Protection Act pertains to ensuring safe use of radioactive materials, it is the IRR 2017 that specifically targets radiography and the protective measures necessary for both workers in the field and the public at large.