Over land and sea, AWE’s Defence Radiation Protection Services (DRPS) plays a critical role in the UK’s defence and security operations.
With cutting-edge science, technology and operational expertise, DRPS is trusted by organisations to manage, monitor and control ionising radiation and electromagnetic hazards – and most importantly, to protect their people, the public and the environment.
DRPS delivers essential services across the Ministry of Defence (MOD), the Home Office, other government departments and key commercial organisations involved in safeguarding the UK.
From critical support to the MoD’s emergency response plans, to quality assurance of medical and dental radiography equipment, DRPS ensures that nuclear and radiological work remains safe and resilient.
The integration of DRPS within the broader AWE business, including its Continuous-at-Sea Deterrent and Nuclear Threat Reduction programmes, provides unparalleled access to world-leading nuclear science and technology expertise.
For any organisation operating in the defence, homeland security or nuclear sectors, working with DRPS means more than just meeting regulatory standards – it means securing a trusted, future-ready and enduring partner in radiation protection.
A trusted partner of high-quality Radiation Science for UK Defence & Security
Our DRPS services
DRPS’s Radiation Protection Services are trusted across the UK defence sector for their depth, rigour, and reliability.
What to do in an emergency at an AWE site
Details in the event of a radiation emergency at an AWE site.