Federal Agency for Radiation Protection (BfS)

The Federal Agency for Radiation Protection (BfS) is a German government organization responsible for managing and overseeing safety related to radiation and radioactive materials. It develops guidelines to protect people and the environment from radiation risks, monitors radiation levels, and responds to nuclear emergencies. BfS also conducts scientific research on radiation safety and provides information to the public and policymakers to ensure responsible use of radiation sources in healthcare, industry, and energy production.