Radiation Safety Awareness

Customized workshop, US$ on-site training fees apply

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The Radiation Safety Academy has provided Basic Radiation Safety training to over 5,000 new radiation workers at dozens of companies. Such training is required by radioactive material licenses for all radionuclide users. This training also provides a good introduction to radiation fundamentals for others who are interested in radiation safety.

When you select the Academy to conduct a workshop at your facility you have the opportunity to customize the training with instruction in applied radiation safety along with radiation basics. Applied Radiation Safety subjects emphasize practical applications of radiation fundamentals in the use of radiation instruments, contamination control, and safety audits.

Customized workshops can be for 1 hour up to 1 day depending on your needs. For more information on our fees for customized training, please see our Billing Rates & Charges.

Call us at 1-800-871-7930 to discuss your training needs.

Fundamental Topics May Include

• Sources of Radiation
• Atomic Structure and Radioactivity
• Radiation Health Effects
• Radiation Protection Regulations
• Measuring Radiation
• Exposure / Contamination Control
• Radioactive Wastes
• Radiation Protection Programs

Applied Safety Topics May Include

• Radiation Detection Instruments
• Troubleshooting Instruments
• Radiation Instruments Laboratory
• Radiation Safety Surveys
• Spills and Emergency Response
• Package Receipt and Classifications for Transportation

Radiation Safety Awareness Sample Agenda