R 333.5098 Requests by workers for inspections.

Rule 98. (1) A worker or a representative of workers who believes that a violation of the act, these rules, or registration conditions exists or has occurred regarding radiological working conditions may request an inspection of the facility by the department. The request shall be in writing, describe the circumstances of the perceived violation or condition, and be signed by the worker or the representative of the workers. The department shall provide a copy of the request to the registrant before or during the inspection. At the request of the worker, the department shall protect the worker's name and the name of individuals referred to in the request, except for good cause shown. (2) If, upon receipt of a request for an inspection, the department determines that the complaint meets the requirements of subrule (1) of this rule, and that there are reasonable grounds to believe that the alleged violation exists or has occurred, an inspection shall be made as soon as practical to determine if the alleged violation exists or has occurred. An inspection authorized by this rule need not be limited to matters referred to in the complaint.