UAE: February 16 designated as Professional Day of Nuclear and Radiation Sector Workers

UAE: February 16 designated as Professional Day of Nuclear and Radiation Sector Workers

UAE Cabinet had approved move to observe the day annually to recognise people working in the nuclear and radiation sector

Published: Thu 16 Feb 2023, 2:58 PM Last updated: Thu 16 Feb 2023, 3:19 PM

The UAE has declared February 16 as the Professional Day of the Nuclear and Radiation Sector Workers.

The announcement was made a media briefing in Abu Dhabi on Thursday following the approval by the UAE Cabinet to observe the day annually to recognise the efforts, sacrifices and duties of people working in the nuclear and radiation sector.

The proposal had been put forward to the Cabinet by the Federal Authority for Nuclear Regulation (FANR).

The professional day aims to raise awareness and share knowledge about the UAE’s achievements and major progress in the development of the nuclear and radiation sectors, according to authorities.

It also seeks to celebrate the work and efforts of the professionals who helped the UAE nuclear energy programme grow at a commendable rate, making the country a role model for other countries looking to adopt nuclear energy programmes.

More than 3,000 employees are working at the UAE Barakah Nuclear Power Plant while FANR employs more than 250 workers. Other professionals working in the nuclear and radiation sector include