Section 20.3.3.324 NMAC of the New Mexico Radiation Protection Regulations (20.3.3 and 20.3.4 NMAC) provides the criteria for regulating reciprocal recognition of radioactive material licenses.  Reciprocity is granted on a year-to-year basis.  Reciprocal recognition allows the licensee to work on sites within in the State of New Mexico that are not under exclusive federal jurisdiction or Tribal Lands, for up to 180 days in a calendar year. Reciprocity is granted on a calendar year basis to expire on or before December 31st or concurrent with the out-of-state registration or license.

The Bureau's letter of recognition will contain special conditions, including the requirement to carry certain documents when operating in the State.  These documents will include a copy of the Reciprocal recognition letter, a copy of applicable sections of the New Mexico Radiation Protection Regulations (20.3 NMAC), a copy of the out-of-state license, an inventory of sources, leak test records, instrument calibration records, personnel training records, personnel dosimetry latest dose records and all applicable U.S. Department of Transportation documentation.

Reciprocal recognition issued to a company requires the company to notify the Bureau in writing three (3) days before entering the State and before using radioactive material.  Submit the notifications to: RCB.Reciprocity@state.nm.us

Reciprocity Addendum for all specific licensees applying for Reciprocal Agreement to service the Oil & Gas Operations in New Mexico for NORM. Addendum Revision (06/09/2023)

All forms and instructions are available on the NMED Forms page.

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