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Licensing / Decommissioning

Starting, managing, or shutting down an activity involving ionizing radiation sources, is a complex process requiring specific authorizations, in-depth technical evaluations, and meticulous radiological safety management.
Every operational phase—from obtaining licenses to the final closure of the activity—must follow strict regulatory and technical protocols to ensure the protection of people and the environment.

To meet these needs, LB Servizi provides comprehensive support for licensing and decommissioning, assisting companies  throughout every phase of the process.

With a team of highly qualified experts and extensive industry experience, we handle all required procedures, ensuring a smooth workflow and full compliance with regulatory standards.

Turnkey Service 

Any company operating with radioactive sources must obtain specific authorizations and comply with strict safety standards.
Our licensing service provides comprehensive support in preparing all required documentation, conducting radiological impact assessments, and managing compliance procedures requested by the competent authorities.

Similarly, the decommissioning phase (dismantling and deactivation of facilities and radioactive sources) requires careful planning and meticulous operational management.
LB Servizi ensures a complete service, minimizing risks and guaranteeing full compliance with current regulations.

Our Activities Include:

  • Assistance in obtaining authorizations, including preparation of technical documentation and support in interactions with regulatory bodies.
  • Planning and management of dismantling operations, including safety analyses, radiological characterization, and environmental remediation strategies.
  • Execution of characterization measurements and radiological protection assessments, ensuring full compliance with legal limits and safeguarding workers and the environment.
  • Management of communications and administrative procedures, ensuring regulatory compliance at every stage of the process.

Why Choose LB Servizi?

Choosing LB Servizi means relying on a partner with in-depth regulatory knowledge and years of experience in managing radiological safety.
Our multidisciplinary team works with a structured and customized approach, tailoring each intervention to the client’s specific needs.

Our expertise enables us to:

  • Simplify the authorization process, reducing timelines and facilitating communication with the competent authorities.
  • Ensure safe and compliant decommissioning, minimizing risks to the environment and public health.
  • Offer tailored solutions, designed around the specific requirements of each facility or radiological activity.
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  • Cyclotrons and Linear Accelerators

    Particle accelerators—whether linear or circular (cyclotrons)—are essential tools for the production of radiopharmaceuticals used for diagnostic (PET and SPECT) and therapeutic purposes.

    However, the use of these devices generates high-intensity ionizing radiation fields, making rigorous management of radiological protection, shielding design, and operational safety indispensable.

    A proper assessment of operating procedures and shielding is essential not only to optimize radiological protection but also to minimize environmental impact and ensure effective management of radioactive waste, especially during facility decommissioning.

    Comprehensive Support for Design and Authorization

    With a team of Radiation Protection Experts and specialized technicians, LB Servizi provides complete support in the design of facilities equipped with particle accelerators, ensuring that construction complies with regulatory requirements and, above all, that the facility operates safely.

    Our expertise covers the entire life cycle of the installation—from initial design through decommissioning and final radiological characterization of the site.

    Our services include:

    • Design of radiological shielding, ensuring maximum safety for operators and surrounding environments
    • Development of operating procedures for optimized and safe use of accelerators
    • Preparation of technical and regulatory documentation required for authorization procedures
    • Radiological impact assessments, ensuring full compliance with national and European standards

    Deactivation and Dismantling Management

    Prolonged use of a particle accelerator leads to activation of structural materials, with significant implications for safety and waste management.
    At the end of the machine’s life cycle, a Deactivation Request must be prepared—a detailed plan for managing the facility and all associated structures.

    LB Servizi manages all phases of this process, including:

    • Preliminary analysis of the radiological status of the site, supported by Monte Carlo simulations (MCNP or FLUKA)
    • Radiological characterization of systems and structures to determine the distribution and type of activated materials
    • Definition of decontamination procedures, enabling safe removal of radioactive contamination
    • Final site characterization after dismantling, certifying the absence of residual radiological risks

    Advanced Technologies for Radiological Characterization

    Thanks to cutting-edge instrumentation and a highly specialized team, LB Servizi ensures effective and safe management of every phase of radiological characterization.

    Our methodologies include:

    • Monte Carlo simulations to predict the distribution of activated materials inside the facility
    • In-field gamma spectrometry for detailed radiation analysis
    • Sampling and radiochemical analysis to quantify the radioactivity present
    • Preparation of documentation required for the authorization process, including the Dismantling Request

    LB Servizi already meets all requirements for recognition as both a National Measuring Body and a Dosimetry Service under former Article 155 of Legislative Decree 101/2020.
    Additionally, we offer a wide portfolio of ACCREDIA-accredited tests and measurements (UNI EN ISO/IEC 17025:2018).

  • Radiological Characterization

    The presence of radioactivity in an industrial site, a decommissioned area, or healthcare environments such as Nuclear Medicine or Metabolic Therapy departments can pose a significant risk to the environment and public health.
    Radiological characterization is the first essential step to identify potential contamination, assess its extent, and implement appropriate remediation and protection measures.

    Over the years, the use of radioactivity in industrial and healthcare settings has led to the widespread presence of materials and devices containing radioisotopes, often not properly disposed of.
    Additionally, industrial processes involving materials with naturally occurring radionuclides can generate waste and effluents with high levels of radioactivity, making in-depth analyses necessary to prevent environmental and radiological risks.

    Our Services

    Thanks to its extensive experience and state-of-the-art instrumentation, LB Servizi offers a comprehensive, end -to- end   service for radiological characterization, ensuring  effective safe monitoring and  the safe management of radioactivity across a wide range of operational contexts.

    LB Servizi already meets all requirements for recognition as both a National Measuring Body and a Dosimetry Service pursuant to former Article 155 of Legislative Decree 101/2020.
    We also offer a wide portfolio of ACCREDIA-accredited tests and measurements (UNI EN ISO/IEC 17025:2018).

    Our expert team can:

    • Define a customized sampling plan for the site of interest, identifying the most effective methodologies for detecting radioactivity.
    • Develop a radiological monitoring plan, selecting the analytical techniques best suited to the type of contamination.
    • Perform field and laboratory measurements, using precision instruments to obtain reliable and accurate data.
    • Evaluate contamination levels, providing a detailed analysis of radionuclide presence and the remediation actions that may be required.
    • Determine radiological dose for workers and the public, ensuring compliance with regulatory limits and safeguarding people operating or living in affected areas.

    Cutting-Edge Instrumentation and Specialized Consulting

    LB Servizi uses the most advanced technologies, ensuring precision and reliability at every stage of the process.
    Our qualified personnel, with many years of experience in the field, can meet any specific requirement, providing technical support and specialized consulting.

    Whether you need a radiological assessment for an industrial site, a decommissioned area, or a healthcare facility, our team is ready to support you with a tailored, high-value solution. Get in touch for a personalized evaluation — ensuring safety and reliable radioactivity control is what drives us

  • Design of  Environments and Procedures for Radiological Safety

    The use of ionizing radiation sources is a well-established practice across multiple sectors—from medicine (X-ray, CT, PET) to industry, where they are employed for analysis, production, and research.
    Without proper design of spaces and operating procedures, uncontrolled exposures or contamination events may occur, leading to risks for the public, workers, and the environment, as well as potential non-compliance with regulatory requirements.

    The management, storage, and disposal of radioactive materials involve potential risks and must be planned and designed in strict compliance with regulatory and legislative frameworks, and, where applicable, with the prescriptions of the Authorization Decree (Nulla Osta).

    To ensure the highest level of protection, it is essential to adopt specific design solutions that consider the nature of the activity, the type of radioactive sources used, and all applicable regulations.
    LB Servizi provides comprehensive specialist support for designing safe, compliant environments, minimizing risks and ensuring full adherence to regulatory obligations.

    Tailored design solutions for any requirement.

    LB Servizi supports companies, laboratories, hospitals, and industrial facilities in designing safe environments and procedures for the management of ionizing radiation.
    Our team of experts provides specialized consulting throughout the entire lifecycle of a radiological activity—from commissioning to operational management and decommissioning.

    We provide:

    • Layout design and spatial organization ensuring functional workflow and regulatory compliance
    • Selection of surface materials to ensure maximum protection against contamination and to facilitate decontamination operations
    • Adequate ventilation systems, engineered to minimize airborne radionuclide dispersion and maintain a safe working environment
    • Design of specialized equipment, such as ventilated hoods, glove boxes, shielding systems, and radiation detectors for continuous monitoring
    • Radioactive waste management and storage solutions, optimized for solid, liquid, and gaseous waste in compliance with environmental and safety regulations
    • Safe operating procedures, developed to ensure correct handling of radioactive sources and reduce occupational exposure

    Choose LB Servizi

    With our extensive industry expertise and cutting-edge technologies, we deliver tailored solutions for the management of ionizing radiation, ensuring every phase of your operations is carried out safely and in full compliance with current regulations.