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Course
Title:
Radiation Safety Training
Course
Description:
Radiation Safety Training is a 2-hour session presented by the Radiation
Safety Officer and covers safety topics for working with radioactive
isotopes including, but not limited to:
- Atomic Structure
- Isotopes
- Types of
Radioactive Decay
- Units of
Radioactivity and Radiation Protection
- Interaction
of Radiation with Matter
- Reduction
of Exposure
- Rules for
Working with Radiation
- Measurement
of Radiation
- Background
Radiation
- Biological
Effects of Radiation
- Licensing
Procedures
- Monitoring
Methods
- Waste Disposal
Procedures
- Record Keeping
Who
Must Attend?
Radiation Safety Training is required to ALL employees who work
with radioactive materials. It is the responsibility of each Laboratory
Supervisor to ensure that his/her laboratory personnel attend Radiation
Safety Training. A list of individuals who have already completed
this training is available through the Office of Environmental Health
& Safety and can be obtained by contacting the Radiation Safety
Officer at 863-1738.
When
Must Initial Training be Completed?
Radiation Safety Training is required to be completed prior to working
with radioactive materials, unless specific approval has been granted
by the Radiation Safety Officer at 863-1738.
How
Often Must I Attend a Refresher Course?
Radiation Safety Training is required to be completed every 5 years
or as recommended by the Radiation Safety Officer.
Trainer
Contact Information:
Radiation Safety Officer at 401-863-1738
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