[ RadSafe ] EU NORM Question

[csimmons at csimmonslaw.com]

Hello, Radsafe -

I have a question regarding current regulation of NORM materials in European
Countries:

In accordance with Title VII of EC Directive 96/29 as transposed into national
law of the Member States, is it obligatory for a company using a NORM -
containing material having 1 Bq/g or more U and Th to "notify" the relevant
authority?  [My specific reference material is a zirconia ceramic at 2 Bq/g
U+Th]

Alternatively, if a company using such material has performed occupational and
public dose assessments confirming worker and public dose is indistinguishable
from background, is the company exempt from further NORM regulatory
requirements?

Any information regarding NORM regulation in the EU is greatly appreciated.
Thank you.

Charlie Simmons