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Eco.5.1: Type, level, and effects of created radiation and required permissionsRelevance:The indicator estimates and describes the existence of radiation, generatedby the RI, its range of socio-economic and environmental effectsand the required permissions. The indicator is recommendable tobe considered and analysed regardless the domain of the RI as precautionarymeasure to the local community.Compilation:• Identify and report the existence of radiation generated by the RI inthe course of its R&D activities (use of specialised equipment, isotopes,reproduction of nuclear processes, radioactive wastes, etc.)Classify the radiation identified by types and levels• Identify and analyse the possible effects of the RI radiation on society,economy and environment (effects on the RI staff, neighbourresidential buildings, additional costs for protective infrastructure,test and measurement equipment, early warning systems, localbiodiversity and habitats, etc.)• Identify and report the required permissions related to radiationsafety and management and the timeframe for their acquisition.Data sources and collection methods:• Document analysis of project documents as the project proposal• Interviews with S&T experts, managers of the RI, regional environment/healthagencies, etc.Data analysis methods:• Descriptive content analysisReferences:EC Radiation Protection:http://ec.europa.eu/energy/nuclear/radiation_protection/radiation_protection_en.htmDefinitions and explanations:Types of radiation: The radiation one typically encounters is one of fourtypes: alpha radiation, beta radiation, gamma radiation, and x radiation.Neutron radiation is also encountered in nuclear power plantsand high-altitude flight and emitted from some industrial radioactivesources.256