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ALARA: The Gold Standard of Radiation Protection
The ALARA principle is a relatively simple safety protocol designed to limit ionizing radiation exposure to workers from external sources. This principle was established by the National Council on Radiation
A Guide to Limited vs. Broad Scope Radioactive Materials Licenses
We are often asked questions about applying for or changing licenses to possess and use radioactive materials. There are many different types of licenses; choosing amongst them can be confusing. In this
Incident Management for Radiation Accidents
Any workplace, regardless of industry, can be affected by an emergency or accident. However, if your facility works with man-made ionizing radiation sources such as medical diagnostic equipment or radiopharmaceuticals,
Five Reasons Your Facility Needs a Radiation Safety Officer
A radiation safety officer is an individual responsible for radiation safety in a Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) or Agreement State licensed program. They ensure that any activity involving radiation and
Manage Your Personnel Dosimetry Program with Versant Physics
Personnel Dosimetry is a key part of any radiation safety program. The dosimeter’s primary use is to determine doses to individuals who are exposed to radiation on the job by
After Fukushima:
Training Medical Responders to Care for Contaminated Patients
Author Bio: Since 1981, Andrew Karam, PhD, CHP has worked primarily in areas related to radiation safety as a radiation safety professional, a scientist and professor, a consultant, or an
