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Vehicles, parts from Japan to be tested for radiation – GRA

Sep 30, 2011 News

 

 

The Guyana Revenue Authority (GRA) is currently in the process of sourcing equipment and protective gear which will allow the agency to test vehicles and parts imported into the country from Japan for radiation contamination.
Addressing the issue, Commissioner-General Khurshid Sattaur asserted that, “concerns about possible radiation contamination of imports from Japan is understandable, in light of the earthquake Japan experienced earlier in the year”. He recounted that the March 11 earthquake led to the near-meltdown of some of that country’s nuclear reactors.
The process of acquiring the necessary equipment has been somewhat protracted, and Sattaur provided an explanation.
“This is due to the exorbitant cost of the equipment and the fact that the GRA is taking measures to ensure that the agency adheres to all legal and related regulations which govern such transactions.”
He added: “Notwithstanding, it is reassuring to note that Japanese automakers have begun checking the level of radiation on cars exported from that country, in a bid to ease fears by foreign customers.
Radiation checks are being conducted inside of cars and on tyres before shipment. Though the risk of contaminated cars entering Guyana is modicum, persons who import motor vehicles and other commodities from Japan should make certain that they receive certificates guaranteeing the safety of their imports. The majority of motor vehicles being imported into Guyana are sourced from Japan. The GRA will continue to work with stakeholders to ensure that goods imported into Guyana do not jeopardise the safety and well-being of citizens.”
In May, customs officers in Chile detected low levels of radiation on vehicles in a shipment from Japan.

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