Radiation Safety Officer

Next class:  October 15 – 17, 2024 – THIS CLASS IS NOW FULL

Cost:  $1,095.00

This class is designed as an initial training session for individuals with the responsibility to manage a Radiation Safety Program.  Course content is based upon the regulatory rules and guidance include the NUREG 1556 Series.   This would satisfy training requirements for most non-medical Radiation Safety Officers to include:

• Academic
• Analytical and Industrial X-ray
• Fixed and Portable Gauge
• Industrial Radiography
• Irradiators
• Research and Development
• TENORM
• Well Logging Supervisors
• 10CFR, Part 37, Security

The lesson plan shall include:

• Basic radiation fundamentals
• ALARA
• Proper use of radiation and contamination survey instruments
• Management and Development of a Radiation Safety Program
• X-ray device safety and regulatory requirements
• Licensing and Registration of sources and machines
• Licensed Material Security
• Applicable regulations as found in 10CFR Parts 19, 20 and 30
• Specialized instruction as required from Parts 34, 36, 37 and 39
• Analytical and Industrial X-ray Rules as established by the states
• DOT requirements in accordance with 49CFR 172, Subpart H
• Radiation surveys and leak testing
• Emergency response
• Practical exercise that includes demonstrations with actual sources and devices

A Certificate of Radiological Training will be provided upon successful completion of the course.