This 16-hour training class is designed for those who have previously taken a 40-hour Radiation Safety Officer course. Based on NUREG 1556, this course reviews the portions of the required training that a Radiation Safety Officer is more likely to benefit from reviewing.

Who should attend?

At the end of this course, attendees are knowledgeable of all radiation safety aspects as defined in NUREG 1556, Volume 4, Revision 1, Appendix D including:

  • Define radioactivity and the four types of radiation used in measurement
  • Explain the biological effects of radiation
  • Describe the difference between a general and specific license
  • Demonstrate proper routine maintenance procedures
  • List the appropriate actions to take in a given emergency scenario
  • Explain radiometric theory and operation for radiometric instruments

Practical Methodology: Guided hands-on experience with routine maintenance on of radiometric instrumentation.

Prerequisites:

  • Basic knowledge of instrumentation
  • Basic computer skills