URANA
Radiation and Nuclear Advisory Services
Welcome to URANA Services Ltd.
​A professional, experience- and expertise-based approach to radiation protection, nuclear safety, and nuclear security in Uganda and beyond.
URANA: Safety, Secured.
Who we are
URANA Services Ltd. is a fully registered consulting company—a technical support organization specializing in radiation protection, nuclear safety, and nuclear security solutions in Uganda. URANA stands for "Uganda Radiation and Nuclear Advisory."
With a commitment to excellence and regulatory compliance, we provide tailored services to medical, industrial, and research facilities, ensuring the safe and secure use of ionizing radiation. At URANA Services, we prioritise safety, regulatory compliance, and affordability, making us the trusted partner for radiation and nuclear consultancy services across Uganda and beyond.
Our Services
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​Radiation Protection, Safety, and Security
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Safety and security assessments.
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Dosimetry and occupational dose monitoring.
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Training in radiation protection, safety, and security.
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Radiation surveys (leakage measurements).
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Environmental radiation monitoring and environmental impact assessments (EIA)
At URANA, we specialize in providing a wide range of radiation and nuclear advisory services tailored to meet the specific needs of our clients, whether it is a medical or industrial facility.
 Radiation Survey |
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Regulatory Compliance Support
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Application for authorizations (licenses and permits) to:
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Possess and use
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Import
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Export
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Transport
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Sell
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Compliance audits before regulatory inspections.
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Equipment and Maintenance
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Quality control tests and checks on X-ray machines and protective gear.
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Servicing and maintenance, including calibration and repair of X-ray machines.
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Procurement, including purchase or importation of:
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X-ray machines
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Radioactive sources
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Protective gear (lead aprons, lead shields, lead glasses)
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Radiation detection and measurement equipment
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 Quality control |
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 Repair and calibration of X-ray machines |
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 Design of facilities |
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 Review of records |
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​Facility Design​​
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Design and construction of X-ray rooms and radioactive source storage areas.
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Review of facility designs and architectural drawings for compliance.
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Shielding calculations
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Installation of physical protection (nuclear security) systems for radioactive sources, including:
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Access control systems
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Intrusion detection systems
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Surveillance systems
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Installation of safety systems, including:
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Radiation warning lights
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Radiation notices
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Lead viewing glasses
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Lead-lined doors
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Documentation and records management
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Development of documentation, including:
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Radiation Protection Program
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Quality Assurance Program
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Emergency Response Plans
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Nuclear Safety and Security Assessment Reports
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Source Security Plan
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Emergency Response Plans
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Local rules and procedures
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Notices and instructions
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 Transport of radioactive materials |
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​End-of-Life Management​​
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Decommissioning of X-ray machines and facilities.
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Guidance on the management of disused sources and radioactive waste.
Source Transportation Management
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Management and coordination of transportation of radioactive sources, including:
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Safe packaging and preparation of packages
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Development of transport security plans.
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 Radiation safety |
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Other Expert Services
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Collaborate on R&D projects related to radiation protection, nuclear safety, and security.
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Development of safety cases, feasibility studies, and Safety Analysis Reports (SARs)
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Site evaluation and characterization studies, including geotechnical, hydrological, and seismic assessments.
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Support in the development of regulatory documents, including standards, regulations, and guides
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Provide expert witness services for legal matters
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Management of radiation emergencies and incidents
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Development of safety culture improvement programs
What we deal with
X-ray generators
Radioactive sources
 Fixed conventional X-ray machineFixed conventional X-ray machine |  Mobile conventional X-ray machineMobile conventional X-ray machine |  CT Scan machineCT scan machine |  OPG machineOPG machine |
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 Dental X-rayDental X-ray |  Fluoroscopic X-ray machineFluoroscopic X-ray machine |  Linear acceleratorLInear accelerator |  baggage scannerbaggage scanner |
 ind-rad-source_edited |  Nuclear gauge |  Well logging sources |  Fixed nuclear gauges |
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