Section 28Sec./Art. 28

Responsibilities of the Authorized Party on Physical Protection. -

(a) The Authorized Party, or holder of the relevant authorizing documents in the case of international transportation, shall have the prime responsibility for the implementation of physical protection of nuclear material and nuclear facilities.

(b) Where there has been a theft, robbery, or other unlawful taking, credible threat of unlawful taking, or loss of nuclear or other radioactive material, the Authorized Party shall:

(1) Notify the PhilATOM, and circumstances thereof; without delay, of the incident

(2) Provide a written report, including particulars, to the PhilATOM as soon as practicable after providing notice; and

(3) Provide the PhilATOM with any additional information requested.

(c) An Authorized Party shall provide prompt notification of an orphan source or other incident involving a source that may pose safety or security risks.