Both people and the environment are carefully monitored to ensure that the highest regulatory. Annual compliance and program audit page 6 august 2, 1995 radiation safety committee standard operating procedure field radiation safety program evaluation worksheet evaluation date. Radiation safety program revision 2 effective date. The rso maintains, manages and is responsible for an effective radiation safety program.
The safety program, which is licensed by the state of nevada, controls the procurement, use, and proper disposal of radioactive materials and radiation producing equipment. Radiation control program home page texas department of. Guide for radiation safetyquality assurance program in small. Safety the army radiation safety program department of the army pamphlet 38524 h i s t o r y.
Developing and implementing a radiation protection program is a best practice for protecting workers from ionizing radiation. Radiation safety program radiation safety safety, health. Inspections of all university facilities where radioactive materials are used are conducted semiannually by the rso. Radiation safety manual office of environmental health. In the radiation safety program rsp described in this document, the. The following reference guides may be used to aid in developing the facility written radiation protection program. We appreciate the time, efforts and expertise of the individuals. Radiation safety program guide portland state university. The key to radiation safety a written radiation protection program a radiation protection program is intended to ensure that all activities and operations involving the use of xrays are performed in such a way as to protect users, staff, patients and the public from exposure to unnecessary radiation in practices that use xray equipment. This standard will be implemented at both the universitys main campus as well as the firelands college branch campus in huron, ohio. Dental radiation protection program guide each registrant is required to develop, document, and implement a radiation protection program.
The goal of the mines radiation protection program is to keep public and. It has all the tools needed to develop and administer a radiation safety and protection program that meets federal regulations and complies with california regulations. Guide for radiation safetyquality assurance programs is available in portable document format pdf, 1kb, 36pg. A number of onsite consultation programs provide collections of sample safety and health programs on their websites, including those listed below.
The university of southern maine xrf xray radiation. The program is designed to protect registered radiation users, staff, students, and the general public from radiation exposure, and ensure the safe. Radiation safetyquality assurance responsibility the physician who registers the radiation equipment is responsible for radiation safety and quality assurance and the implementation of this program. A field radiation safety program evaluation worksheet is attached to this document. Safe radiation work practices when working with radioactive material, you should take steps to minimize your exposure and also ensure the safety of all who enter your work area. Radiation safety committee annual compliance and program. If required, wear personal dosimetry and submit bioassay samples. The radiation safety program at princeton university combines the best efforts of its radiation safety committee, its radiation safety staff and all of its employees, students and visitors to ensure the safe use of radioactive materials. Radiation safety and protection plans if you are applying for a possession licence, you must submit a proposed radiation safety and protection plan rspp for your radiation practice. Radiation safety program 2012 cleveland state university. This is a guide to assist in constructing a radiation protection program specific for each dental facility. Since 1958, troxler has been dedicated to developing, manufacturing and servicing precision quality control and measurement equipment, including nuclear. Ensure implementation of management radiation protection policy throughout the plant organization. The radiation source, beam paths, sample, detector andor other devices e.
Radiologic technician duties are performed by an environmental health and safety officer. The texas department of state health services, radiation control program, has the important mission to protect and promote the physical and environmental health of the people of texas. Safety and health topics ionizing radiation control. Helping to ensure u of i is a safe and engaging place for students to learn and be successful. Radiation safety in the workplace safety management inc. By safety management group most people who grew up during the cold war developed a strong fear of radiation. President on september 23, l960 and have been revised as the radiation control program has evolved. Analytical xray safety program university of connecticut. Radiation safety committee annual compliance and program audit. I understand that authority granted by those officers to the rsc, rso and ehs may be terminated by them at the discretion of each institutions executive.
The purpose of the analytical xray safety program is to specify the requirements for analytical xray producing equipment utilized for diffraction, scattering, or fluorescence measurements at the university of connecticut uconn and to ensure safe operation and compliance with state and federal regulations. Radiation protection responsibilities of the plant manager are consistent with the guidance in regulatory guides 8. Radiation protection program university of florida. Radiation safety officer rso, vista onsite radiation protection officer orpo, and field technical staff. Xray equipment, radioactive materials, tanning beds and other radiation generating devices. From fallout shelters to air raid drills, they faced constant reminders of nuclear war and its dangers although some of what they learned was pretty silly such as protecting ones self from an atomic firestorm by hiding under wooden classroom. Organization and administration document the delegation and responsibility for each aspect of the radiation program and provisions for ensuring enforcement of radiation safety policies and procedures. We strive to prevent unnecessary radiation exposure to the public through effective licensing, registration, inspection, enforcement, and emergency response. The purpose of the analytical xray safety program is to specify the requirements for analytical xray producing equipment utilized for diffraction, scattering, or fluorescence measurements at. In pursuit of this goal, the following radiofrequency safety program is provided to minimize occupational exposure to nonionizing radiation. Radiation safety program clemson university, south. Sample activity is determined by dividing the sample count by the counters efficiency for the isotope.
The radiation safety officer is responsible for managing the radiation safety program subject to approval of the adminisrtative panel on radiological safety, and is authorized to take whatever steps are necessary to control and mitigate hazards in emergency situations. Radiation safety program at the university of idaho. Radiation safety personnel in addition to the rso, an assistant radiation safety officer arso has been appointed and can perform the duties of the rso in hisher absence. Radiation safety officer or deputy radiation safety officer must be present at the meetings.
In addition, the radiation safety officer will train operators on the following. Radiation protection program colorado school of mines. Review and grant permission for, or disapprove, the use of radioactive material or radiation producing devices within the institution from the standpoint of radiation safety. Radiographer means any individual who performs or who, in attendance at the site where the sources of. March 26, 2003 page 3 of 40 foreword in the radiation safety program rsp described in this document, the university of maryland baltimore umb establishes commitments and describes programs for establishing and maintaining safe radiological conditions and. The primary responsibilities of the radiation control program are to assure radiological safety of all university personnel and the public, to guarantee that ionizing. Protection program description, nei 0703, revision 7, was developed by. The onsite consultation programs are run by the states with funding from osha.
T h i s p u b l i c a t i o n i s a m a j o r revision. A radiation workers responsibilities include the following. The statutory basis of the duke university radiation safety program includes, but is not limited to the following. The radiation workers thorough training, compliance with regulations and procedures, careful work habits and respect for the health and safety of fellow workers are an integral part of the radiation safety program. The radiation safety program is a unique document based upon the scope of activities provided by each. Purpose this guide describes the type and extent of information and standards by which the new york state department of health will evaluate a facilitys radiation safetyquality assurance program. Radiation safety program ehrs university of pennsylvania. To reduce occupational radiation exposure to levels reasonably achievable by means of good radiation protection planning and practice. The rso prepares an annual audit of the universitys radiation safety program activities as required by the nrc. Please note that this program is in addition to and does not replace other sections of part 16, which pertain to your operation. A radiation protection program is usually managed by a qualified expert e. The radiation safety program is responsible for assisting the university community in the safe use of ionizing radiation including radioactive materials ram and radiation producing machines. A rspp specifies the actions to protect people and the environment from the harmful effects of radiation as a result of the radiation source and practice.
Annual compliance and program audit page 6 august 2, 1995 radiation safety committee standard operating procedure field. Since 1958, troxler has been dedicated to developing, manufacturing and servicing precision quality control and measurement equipment, including nuclear gauges, gyratory compactors, and asphalt ignition ovens. Generic fsar template guidance for radiation protection. Guide for radiation safetyquality assurance program in. It was a requirement of your license application and serves as your everyday guide for owning gauges.
A registrant may not use this document as a substitute for their radiation protection program. Location radiation protection officer has been identified. Ionizing radiation includes certain types of nonionizing radiation. Safety and health topics ionizing radiation control and. Radiation safety program example every gauge licensee must have an effective radiation safety program in place. 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. Radiation safety manual office of environmental health and. Radiation safety manual stanford environmental health. The mit xray safety program is established to provide staff, researchers, students and visitors with a safe environment and to conform to the requirements set forth by the commonwealth of massachusetts regulations 105 cmr 120. A radiation protection program is usually managed by a. The radiation safety and protection program toolkit provides a complete training program for businesses and facilities with onsite cabinet xray systems. Radiation program audits minnesota department of health. Sample programs occupational safety and health administration. Radiation safety and protection program requirement guidance.
Radiation safety topics writing a radiation protection program for the industrial xray program for a facility with cabinet radiographic or analytical xray machines 11. Unfs radiation safety program is made up of procedures and guidelines which govern all segments of isotope use on campus. Radiation safety program procedure16 air radiological sampling technologies 1019 central parkway north, suite 115 san antonio, texas 78232 21049441282. Radiation safety manual rsm, and any other written commitments made. The apnga example of a radiation safety program is based on the annual audit program presented in the nrc nureg 1556 licensing guide. Oregon radiation protection services works to promote the health and safety of the people in oregon by protecting them from unnecessary exposure to radiation.
Complete and post the following page entitled radiation safety program for radiation machine registrants. Radiation exposure can come from a variety of sources including. Each vial or container, except those containing counting samples. It has all the tools needed to develop and administer a radiation safety and protection program that meets federal regulations and complies. Because of the complexity of the subject, the scope has been initially limited to radiation safety in facilities engaged in medical imaging. The radiation safety mission is to assist in maintaining safe and healthy settings for research and clinical activities. For quorum purposes, alternate members may be counted if present and the respective primary member is absent or is an investigator on a study being discussed. Jan 14, 2019 the radiation safety officer is responsible for managing the radiation safety program subject to approval of the adminisrtative panel on radiological safety, and is authorized to take whatever steps are necessary to control and mitigate hazards in emergency situations. Radiation safety program university of north florida. Manual each facility will establish a manual that includes the following items. The radiation safety quality assurance requirements are outlined in section 16. This policy is designed to ensure that all university and affiliated institution activities and operations involving the use of radioactive materialsxrays are. Purpose and guidelines for a safety program nc radiation. Radiation safety officer for industrial radiography means an individual with the responsibility for the overall radiation safety program on behalf of the licensee or registrant and who meets the requirements of e.
Radiation safety and protection plans queensland health. Generic fsar template guidance for radiation protection program. Development and maintenance of the universitys radiation safety program, and ensuring that the program meets all applicable regulatory and license commitments. Oregon radiation protection services state of oregon. If a facility can comply with all of the provisions of the radiation safety program, then that compliance, along with posting this notice where it is readily accessible to all staff members involved in making radiographic exposures, will. Guide for radiation safetyquality assurance programs. Provision of liaison with appropriate university administrative offices, project investigators, other institutional committees or boards, and various regulatory and funding agencies.
Train employees in radiation safety and protection. This program description document, generic fsar template guidance for radiation. T h i s p a m p h l e t e s t a b l i s h e s a r m y r a d i a t i o n s a f e t y p r o c e d u r e s. Thermo niton analyzers sample radiation safety program 11. Because of the complexity of the subject, the scope has been initially limited to radiation safety in facilities engaged in medical imaging without a radiation oncology program. The chief goal of the ysu radiation safety program is to minimize the exposure to radioactive materials and their radiation to a level as low as reasonable achievable. If you are in a state with an oshaapproved state program, please check with your state agency. The registrant must ensure that all radiation program audits are performed according to procedures established by the registrant or radiation safety officer. Acknowledgements this program description document, generic fsar template guidance for radiation protection program description, nei 0703, revision 7, was developed by the nei new plant radiation protection task force.
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