Equipment for continuously monitoring radioactivity in gaseous effluents. Part 1 : General requirements

This international specification outlines the fundamental requirements for continuous monitoring systems designed to track radioactive emissions in gaseous effluents. The document establishes the baseline criteria for the performance, reliability, and safety of such monitoring equipment when deployed to measure the concentration of radionuclides released into the atmosphere. It focuses on defining the necessary technical parameters that ensure consistent operation and accurate data acquisition in diverse industrial and research environments. The standard details the essential design principles and operational limits that manufacturers and operators must consider to maintain regulatory compliance and environmental safety. By setting these general criteria, the text provides a unified framework for the assessment of monitoring devices, ensuring they can effectively detect and quantify radioactive gases without compromising system integrity. It addresses the core functionalities required for real-time surveillance of effluent streams, facilitating the management of radioactive materials and supporting broader environmental protection efforts through standardized technical guidelines.