Radiation Safety

About Course

The purpose of this self-study training module is to broaden your knowledge of radiation safety to enable you to identify hazards associated with nuclear facilities in order to take appropriate protective measures.

Course Objectives

• Radiation
• Learn how to recognize potential radiation hazards in the workplace.
• Understand the risk of handling radiation materials.
• Know the regulatory safety standards for minimizing radiation exposure.
• Identify personal protective measures that can help you avoid exposure to sources of radiation

Topics Covered

• Radiation
• Nuclear Regulatory Commission
• Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
• Hazards Associated with NRC-Licensed Facilities
• Types of Radiation
• Ionizing Radiation
• Non-Ionizing Radiation
• Sources of Ionizing Radiation Exposure
• Handling Radiation Materials
• Know the Radiation Warning Symbols
• Safe Handling of Ionization Radiation Materials
• Personal Protection
• Low-Level Waste Disposal
• Radiation Emergency Procedures
• Notification of Radiation Incidents
• Employee Responsibilities to Ensure Radiation Safety in the Workplace

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