No changes shall be approved that would result in any condition of noncompliance with applicable regulations or license conditions. If the amendment is approved, the radiation safety officer authorizes the new permit, and a copy is sent to the pi. Radiation safety officer the radiation safety officer rso works for the university environmental health and safety office. The purpose of the uthealth radiation safety manual is to assist both. Radiation safety environmental health university of montana. All regulations concerning the use of ionizing radiation will be followed. Copies of the boston college radiation safety manual rsm are available through the office of environmental health and safety.
Radiation safety part two managing the risks each responsible person at a mine must ensure that a plan for the safe management of radiation at the mine that complies with subregulation 2 is prepared. Radiation safety manual version 4, november 2016 6 how to use the massey university radiation safety manual contact rco is your proposed use of radiation covered by one of the following. The radiological safety office operates pursuant to the regulations of nevada. Provide radiation safety rules to dental personnel including any restrictions of the operating technique required for the safe use of the particular dental xray equipment. A presentation in the principles and practices of radiation protection may be. Radiation and for the safety of radiation sources iaea safety series no. Background radiation is the term used for radiation found in nature. Approved training packages may be copied, distributed, displayed, incorporated in customized. Comply with radiation safety section requirements pertaining to documentation of all radioactive waste disposal actions within the laboratory. The rsc issues permits to individuals who have demonstrated appropriate training and experience with. It is expected that all users of radioactive materials at michigan state university will. The committee has jurisdiction over radiation and radioactive materials, their use, and over any equipment which produces radiation in areas under yale control. Dosimeters shall be worn when working with relatively large quantities of radionuclides which emit penetrating radiation.
Radiation safety environmental health university of. Radiation safety manual office of environmental health. Sources of radiation elements such as thorium, uranium, radium, rn222, and k40 are naturally occurring radioactive elements that can be found in our everyday lives. University of illinois radiation safety manual revision date. Radiation safety manual california state university. However, to simplify distribution and to make it easier for readers to purchase the various volumes. The time between the exposure and the first signs of radiation damage is called the latent period. The science and technology of ionizing radiation radiation safety manual revised january 2017 1 part 1 the science and technology of ionizing radiation the discovery of xrays in 1895, and radioactivity in 1896, provided two fundamental foundation stones. Some natural sources of background radiation include radon in the air we breathe, the food we eat, the wood and concrete in building materials,cosmic radiation, and the rocks and soil. The radiation safety division will submit to the nc rps within 30 days of final approval, copies of revised radiation. Essential elements of the universitys radiation safety program are presented in this radiation safety manual. Section 1 emergencies involving radiation radiation safety manual page 14 1. Medical attention if the individual experiences nausea, discomfort of the mucous membranes, or other acute reactions, seek medical attention.
This includes laboratory coats, gloves, and safety glasses. Do you have a moh licence or will operate under a licensee. Biological effects of radiation an important characteristic of injuries arising from penetrating radiation is the latent period that intervenes between the exposure and the visible signs of its effects. The purpose of the radiation safety manual is to assist both personnel and management in complying with the objectives of the texas department of health, bureau of radiation control regulations and the uthsch health and safety policies. A radiation safety study of xray irradiation facilities was carried out at three hospitals in port harcourt, rivers state. Report suspected or actual overexposures to patients or staff to the rso as soon as possible. Expectations for the junior radiology course medical school wants students to learn basic principles, factual knowledge, safety info, etc. Frequency is measured by counting the number of waves that pass a fixed point in one second. The method offers a number of advantages over other nde methods, but one of its disadvantages is the health risk associated with the radiation.
Keep the beam path above or below eye level for one seated or standing. This radiation safety manual contains procedural guidelines and information for prudent work practices while using any of these materials or devices at usc. The term committed dose refers to the fact that the radioactive dose will continue as long as. Radiation nonionizing ionizing low radio microwave infrared visible uv uv alpha frequency frequency beta a b c gamma xray largewavelength smallwavelength lowfrequency highfrequency figure 18.
The fau radiation safety manual for radiation machines, operating procedures and xray machine manuals will be available to the xray machine operator. Ensure implementation of management radiation protection policy throughout the plant organization. Radioisotope for the purpose of this manual, any material, solid, liquid, or gas which emits radiation spontaneously, unless otherwise specified by the university radiation safety officer. This is an osha archive document and may no longer represent osha policy. The rso maintains, manages and is responsible for an effective radiation safety program. The princeton university radiation safety manual is a handbook of procedures and useful information for the radiation worker who uses either radioactive materials or radiation producing machines in a laboratory setting at princeton university. There are two ways for radioactive materials to be removed from the body.
Radiation protection responsibilities of the plant manager are consistent with the guidance in regulatory guides 8. Resources and regulations 23 general definitions 25 section. We are exposed to radiation from radioactive elements present in the earth crust and cosmic radiation from outer space. Radiation safety in diagnostic radiology the radiation safety of radiatin worker. The rso is qualified to advise others on safety matters pertaining to ionizing radiation due to their level of education, training and experience. Protective clothing shall be worn when working with radioactive materials. Approved training packages may be copied, distributed, displayed. The manual is made available to every area authorized to use radioactive materials and any area where radiation producing machines are present. Radiation safety manual june 2018 pdf csulb index a b cacl cmcz d e f g h i j k l m n o p q r s. Health effects can occur due to either longterm low level exposure or shortterm high level. The radiological safety office operates pursuant to the regulations of nevada administrative code nac 459. This revision of the radiation safety manual was approved by the radiation safety committee on september 17, 2002 and supersedes all other issuances or revisions.
Appropriate safety signage will be displayed in the radiology department service area. Csulb radiation safety committee the csulb radiation safety committee rsc, appointed by university administration, is composed of experienced radioactive materials users, x ray machine users, radiation safety staff and administration. This manual is a companion to the radiation safety manual rsm. Radiation safety manual california state university long beach. Standards for protection against radiation title 10 code. The applicant must submit a radiation safety manual which.
Radiation machine means any device capable of producing xrays except those devices with radioactive materials as the only source of radiation. Generic fsar template guidance for radiation protection. Some of the information contained in the manual is presented elsewhere on the radiation safety pages, but generally the manual provides greater detail. This manual deals only with ionising radiation safety. Radiation safety manual stanford environmental health. This manual published on 1 may, 2017 is a revised edition of the original radiation protection manual distributed in 20 by meru purpose, background and scope of the patient radiation protection manual national standards for better, safer healthcare. The rso shall supervise and administer the radiation safety program at the. The radiation safety program should cover all aspects of gauge ownership, so virtually everything covered in this manual and training should be covered in the radiation safety program. The howtologradioactiveisotopeusageanddisposal document ppt shows.
Holding responsibility over radiation producing devices and materials on campus, the radiation safety office provides authorization to users needing to work with radiation while working to keep them safe, as set out in the universitys radiation safety manual. The purpose of the nc state radiation safety manual is to assist both personnel and management in complying with the objectives of north carolina regulations and the nc state health and safety policies in regards to use of radioactive materials and radiation generating devices. The applicant may choose to adopt certain parts of this manual, and write new procedures for parts not adopted. Radiation safety manual radiation safety safety, health. Radiation safety south carolina law requires that persons who perform diagnostic radiology procedures on animal patients be adequately trained in equipment operation and radiation safety principles. The safety program has been carefully developed to assist all radiation users in utilizing the unique advantages of radiation sources while meeting their safety responsibilities in an efficient and nonintrusive manner. Radiation safety manual office of environmental health and. This manual is applicable to all activities involving the use and handling of radioactive isotopes in the institute laboratories.
All personnel who are working with sources of ionizing radiation are required to be instructed in the basic principles of radiation protection and the potential risks. Employingsupervisor veterinarian responsibilities 19 section 11. Responsibilities for radiation safety are required to be established 4, and they should be agreed to by all relevant parties, and written down. Radiation safety manual rsm, and any other written commitments made to. The science and technology of ionizing radiation radiation safety manual revised january 2017 1 part 1 the science and technology of ionizing radiation the discovery of xrays in 1895, and radioactivity in 1896, provided two fundamental foundation stones for the revolution in physical science that occurred in the twentieth century. Introduction ucsb laser safety manual 2 safety precautions for class 3 and 4 lasers class 3 eye and specular reflection hazard never aim the laser at a persons eye or stare at the laser from within the beam. Radiation safety training powerpoint presentations. The teaching and research activities at dalhousie university employ numerous and varied sources of radiation in the form of nuclear substances and radiation emitting devices.
The manual is presented here because it is an important part of the documentation of our radiation safety program. Ascertain that dental personnel demonstrate competence in using the xray equipment and imaging software, and comply with the radiation safety rules. Radiation protection officers, managers and other technically competent persons who have a responsibility to ensure the safety of employees working with ionizing radiation. Csulb radiation safety inspects x ray devices annually. Manual on radiation protection in hospitals and general practice volume 3 xray diagnosis b. Radiation has always been present on earth and is part of our natural surroundings. Powerpoint presentations may be opened, saved on your computer as a ppt file and then edited for your use. State the general considerations for radiation safety.
Xray users must be approved and trained by the device principal investigator pi. The purpose of the material is to train the trainers, who are hospital personnel e. Tikhonov professor and director, central research institute for rontgenology and radiology, leningrad, ussr jointly sponsored. Radiation safety builtin safety design safety operational safety facility proper planning time distance shielding proper work practice 23may17 18 in this presentation we have considered only operational safety components built is safety requirements are elaborated in. To request a copy of the manual, contact the radiation safety officer. This radiation safety manual contains procedural guidelines and information for prudent work. Radiation safety south carolina law requires that persons who perform diagnostic radiology procedures on animal patients be adequately. Radiography is an important tool in nondestructive patient evaluation. Introduction radiation is a form of energy in transit which occurs naturally and artificially. Radiation safety examination for unregistered assistants 30. The policies and procedures described herein are designed to provide a reasonable and practical standard of safety for the. It also supersedes and includes all other policy, notices, radiation alerts current as of september 17, 2002. Safety and health manual osha archive document notice.
When working in a laboratory where hazardous materials are used, wear. Radiation safety manual 2014 university of northern iowa. Sometimes drinking large quantities of liquids can relieve symptoms and also dilutes activity. The manual may be used together with the appropriate iaea practical radiation safety manuals to provide adequate training, instruction or information for all employees. Use of protective clothing, lead aprons, lead lined viewing windows, protective barriers, organ shields. Holding responsibility over radiationproducing devices and materials on campus, the radiation safety office provides authorization to users needing to work with radiation while working to keep them safe, as set out in the universitys radiation safety manual. Radiation safety manual and specific terms of his or her rua.
Device pi shall ensure that all safety interlocks and shielding are working properly. Each pi is responsible for providing radiation safety. Radiation machines must be used as required by the fau radiation safety manual for radiation machines and florida administrative code fac 64e5. It is expected that all users of radioactive materials at michigan state university will utilize safe work practices, and conduct. The training material on this webpage is available for download.
Keane principal physicist, medical physics department, royal sussex county hospital, brighton, england k. Are you using unsealed radionuclide for nonhuman research. Radiation safety officer and the radiation safety committee. Radiation safety fundamentals workbook department of physics.
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