It is the policy of this State in furtherance of its responsibilities to protect the public health and safety to:

1. (1) Institute and maintain a regulatory program for sources of ionizing radiation so as to provide for:

   1. a. Compatibility with the standards and regulatory programs of the federal government;
   2. b. A single, effective system of regulation within the State; and
   3. c. A system consonant insofar as possible with those of other states;
2. (2) Institute and maintain a program to permit development and utilization of sources of ionizing radiation for peaceful purposes consistent with the health and safety of the public; and
3. (3) Encourage the constructive uses of radiation, and to prohibit and prevent exposure to ionizing radiation in amounts which are or may be detrimental to health.

16 Del. C. 1953, § 7401; 56 Del. Laws, c. 266, § 1; 67 Del. Laws, c. 192, § 1