All academic disciplines are eligible to register and take the Radiation Protection Officer (RPO) Exam. To be granted a Radiation Protection Officer license, candidates must hold a minimum educational qualification of a bachelor's degree. Special consideration may be given on a case-by-case basis for qualifications below this level. Additionally, passing the RPO Exam in the specific field of radiation practice is required for license issuance.
To register for the RPO exam, follow these steps: 1. Access the Licensing Portal: Visit the Radiation Protection Officer Licensing Portal at https://rsolicensing.nrrc.gov.sa/. 2. Select the Exam Type: Choose the appropriate exam that aligns with your field of radiation practice. 3. Pay the Exam Fee: Complete the payment for the exam fee through the portal. 4. Schedule Your Exam: After payment, schedule your exam by selecting the preferred date and location. For more detailed information on the registration process and exam schedules, please refer to the official guidelines provided by the NRRC.
The passing rate for each exam is determined based on specific criteria, which are periodically updated according to these standards.
The results are published by the NRRC within a maximum of 5 business days from the exam date. Candidates are notified of their results via email.
To obtain an RPO license, candidates must: • Educational Qualification: Hold a minimum of a bachelor's degree. • Exam Success: Pass the RPO exam relevant to their field of radiation practice. After meeting these requirements, candidates can apply for the license through the NRRC's Radiation Protection Officer Licensing Portal.
The NRRC is currently conducting a comprehensive review of the requirements for renewing an RPO license. Upon approval, the updated requirements will be published on the NRRC's official website.
The Radiation Protection Officer is associated with an establishment through the radiation practice license granted to that establishment.
The transportation of radioactive materials is a radiation practice that requires authorization from the NRRC before initiation. The requirements for a radioactive materials transport license can be found in the technical regulations available on the NRRC website or through the relevant link to the technical regulations page. Key regulations and guidelines related to the practice of transporting radioactive materials include: 1. Radiation Safety (NRRC-R-01) - Notification on and Authorization of Facilities and Activities with Radiation Sources 2. Notification on and Authorization of Facilities and Activities with Radiation Sources (NRRC-R-02) 3. Safe Transport of Radioactive Materials (NRRC-R-15) 4. Security of Radioactive Materials (NRRC-R-17) 5. Packaging and Transport of Radioactive Materials (NRRC-R-15-SR01) 6. Development of Emergency Plan for Radiological Facilities (NRRC-SG-018) 7. Development of Radiation Protection Program (NRRC-SG-020)
To secure employment at the NRRC, candidates should: 1. Application Submission: Apply for available positions as specified in the job announcement, ensuring alignment with the approved job description. 2. Eligibility Criteria: Meet the qualifications and requirements detailed in the job posting. 3. Selection Process: Candidates who match the specified criteria and are shortlisted for an interview will be contacted by the Human Resources team. 4. Notification: Applicants not selected for an interview will be notified via email. For current job openings and detailed application procedures, please visit the NRRC's official careers page.
The general requirements for cooperative training at the NRRC include: The applicant must be a Saudi national. Training must be a graduation requirement. Trainees should be nominated by their university or college. Applicants must have a cumulative GPA of 3.00 out of 4, 3.75 out of 5, or an equivalent.
To arrange a visit to the NRRC, submit a request to the email (Info@nrrc.gov.sa) that includes: • Information about the visiting entity and field of interest • Number of visitors • Purpose of the visit • Name of the visit coordinator
The import of radioactive materials can be requested by facilities holding a valid radiation practice license, provided that the import request complies with the terms of the radiation practice license. When applying for an import license, the facility must provide the NRRC with the following information: 1. Proof of an agreement with a licensed transporter for transporting radioactive materials with a licensed facility. 2. The radiation practice license of the manufacturing company. 3. A commitment letter from the manufacturer to retrieve the radioactive materials. 4. A purchase order specifying the radioactive materials to be imported. 5. Approval from the Saudi Food and Drug Authority for clinical specifications (in the case of radioactive materials for medical radiation practices).
The NRRC has outlined the regulatory requirements for various types of radiation practice licenses within the technical regulations published on the NRRC’s website or through the Technical Regulations page link. Applications for issuing or renewing a radiation practice license can be submitted via the Aman platform at the Aman platform . Additionally, the NRRC provides its service users with the option to submit inquiries through the link: https://nrrc.gov.sa/crm.
NRRC address: 2538 - Jabal Tuwaiq, 7616 As-Sahafah District, Riyadh 13315 - 7616
