§ 8-104
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§8–104.
(a)The Secretary shall:
(1)Administer this title and the rules and regulations adopted under this title;
(2)Develop comprehensive policies and programs to evaluate, determine, and lessen hazards that are associated with the use of radiation;
(3)Advise, consult, and cooperate with:
(i)Experts in the field of radiation control;
(ii)Other agencies of this State;
(iii)The federal government;
(iv)Other states;
(v)Interstate agencies;
(vi)Affected groups;
(vii)Affected political subdivisions; and
(viii)Affected industries;
(4)Accept and administer, according to law, any available loans, grants, and other funds or gifts for carrying out the Secretary’s powers and duties under this title;
(5)Collect and publish health education information about protection from radiation hazards;
(6)Review all radiation source plans and specifications that are submitted under the rules and regulations adopted under this title;
(7)Inspect, to determine any possible radiation hazard:
(i)Sources of radiation;
(ii)The shielding and immediate surroundings of radiation sources; and
(iii)Any records that concern the operation of radiation sources; and
(8)Keep in confidence all information about commercial and industrial processes that is obtained in carrying out this title.
(b)The Secretary may:
(1)Authorize the Baltimore City Commissioner of Health to enforce and carry out the provisions of this title in Baltimore City; and
(2)Encourage, participate in, or conduct studies, investigations, training, research, or demonstrations that concern:
(i)The control of radiation hazards;
(ii)The measurement of radiation;
(iii)The effects on health from exposure to radiation; or
(iv)Any other related problems.