GB 16334-1996 (English Version) PDF

Standard No.: GB 16334-1996
Language: Chinese, Available in English version
Release Date: 1996
Published By: General Administration of Quality Supervision, Inspection and Quarantine of the People‘s Republic of China
Latest: GB 16334-1996

Scope: This standard specifies the content and procedures of dose measurement in the start-up and daily operation of food processing gamma irradiation devices, as well as the classification, calibration and use of gamma-ray absorbed dose measurement systems. The absorbed dose range applicable to this standard is 0.02kGy. Irradiation of other products should also refer to the implementation. Food processing gamma irradiation device (hereinafter referred to as irradiation device) is a device for processing irradiated food composed of radiation source and related facilities. The irradiation device must meet the requirements of safety, sanitation and effectiveness of food processing. The establishment and sub-branches of irradiation devices must go through statutory approval procedures and accept the supervision of law enforcement agencies according to law. Irradiation installations must be equipped with a dose measurement system. The system should be regularly verified and calibrated, and the traceability of the value should be maintained. The range and error of measuring gamma-ray absorbed dose should meet the requirements of technology and regulations.

GB 16334-1996 history

1996 GB 16334-1996 Practical guide of dosimetry in a gamma irradiation facility for food processing