The National Nuclear and Radiological Emergency Response Plan document, established 15 years ago, has been reviewed for the first time. Stakeholders at a 2-day review seminar expressed grave concerns about the long delay in reviewing the 80-page document, which provides comprehensive procedures for handling nuclear and radiological emergencies in the country.
The 15-year-old draft plan represents collective efforts by experts and institutions across multiple sectors, including health, security, energy, environment, and emergency response units, to develop a structured, timely, and coordinated approach to managing nuclear and radiological emergencies.
The seminar, organized by the Geological Disasters Department of NADMO, provided a platform for key stakeholders to deliberate, discuss, agree on, and adopt key action points within the draft plan to produce a complete document fit for use in handling nuclear emergencies.
Over 30 participants from various agencies, including the Nuclear Regulatory Authority (NRA), Ghana Atomic Energy Commission (GAEC), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), and others, contributed to the review process.
The updated plan aims to enhance the country’s preparedness and response to nuclear and radiological emergencies, ensuring a coordinated and effective approach to mitigating potential risks.