Amman, June 23 (Petra) - The Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources hosted an awareness lecture on Tuesday on radiation protection, nuclear safety and security culture, and the regulatory role of the Energy and Minerals Regulatory Commission (EMRC) as part of its "Visitor of the Month" program organized by the Knowledge Management and Innovation Department.
Speakers outlined the fundamentals of radiation, its applications, and Jordan's nuclear regulatory framework. They explained the different types of radiation, including alpha, beta, gamma, X-rays, and neutrons, along with their natural and man-made sources, biological effects on humans, and key radiation protection principles.
The lecture centered around the role of nuclear energy as a low-carbon power source with a minimal environmental footprint. Presenters noted that nuclear electricity generation relies on the fission of enriched uranium-235.
Participants were briefed on Jordan's nuclear infrastructure, which includes the Jordan Research and Training Reactor (JRTR), Radioactive Waste Treatment Facility (RWTF), Central Storage Facility (CSF), and the Jordan Uranium Mining Company (JUMCO).
The EMRC revealed that it deployed 111 fixed radiation detection systems across Jordan's land, sea, and air entry points, demonstrating the Kingdom's robust regulatory and monitoring capabilities.
More than 100 specialized personnel oversee these operations, according to lecturers, while 20 radiation monitoring stations distributed nationwide operate around the clock. Comprehensive radiation surveys are conducted twice annually.
Amani Mahmoud, an EMRC chair, showcased an educational video about Jordan's radiation monitoring and detection system at border crossings. The video detailed how radiation portal monitors detect and prevent unauthorized movement of radioactive materials, reinforcing national security, and protecting public health and the environment.
The video pointed to the extensive coordination among Jordanian institutions in maintaining high standards of nuclear safety.
//Petra// HA
