JBCHARLESTONI48-201 — Ionizing Radiation Protection Program

JBCHARLESTONI48-201 governs Joint Base Charleston’s ionizing radiation protection program, including radiation safety and ALARA controls.

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  • Publication number: JBCHARLESTONI48-201
  • Title: IONIZING RADIATION PROTECTION PROGRAM
  • Date: 2024-01-22

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It covers radioactive materials, radiation-producing devices, radiation safety roles, training, surveillance, leak testing, dosimetry, and emergency radio bioassay monitoring. It requires local procedures to minimize radiation exposures and prevent loss of control of radioactive material.

Topics covered

  • Ionizing radiation protection
  • As Low As Reasonably Achievable programs
  • Radioactive material control
  • Radiation-producing devices
  • Radioactive leak testing
  • Radiation safety training
  • Personnel dosimetry
  • Emergency radio bioassay monitoring

Questions and answers

What must the Installation Commander do for radiation safety?

Appoint, in writing, a qualified individual to be the Installation Radiation Safety Officer (IRSO), as appropriate.

How often must the IRSO conduct radiation safety surveillance?

Conduct annual surveillance IAW applicable radiation regulations in all areas on JBC where RAM or radiation producing devices are stored or used.

What leak testing does the IRSO conduct?

Conduct radioactive leak tests of Generally Licensed Devices (GLDs) items and other items requiring such tests, submit to lab for analysis, and supply the equipment owner with the results.

What radiation safety training must the URSO provide?

Provide initial and annual unit radiation safety training for all personnel in the unit and consult the IRSO for training assistance.

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