RAMSTEINABI48-102 governs protection requirements for the safe use and control of radioactive materials and radiation-producing devices.
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It addresses ionizing radiation, non-ionizing radiation, lasers, electromagnetic frequencies, radioactive permits, and public safety procedures. It establishes mandatory compliance with the publication’s attachments and provides requirements for radiation protection programs.
Applies to: It applies to all activities on Ramstein Air Base, tenant units, and geographically separated units (GSUs) as well as contractors who possess, use, handle, store, or bring radiation sources onto the installation.
A properly managed radiation protection program will minimize the incidence of exposures to radiation to workers and the public; ensure a knowledgeable workforce exists; and maintain safety and compliance with all federal, DoD, Air Force, and host-nation regulations.
Non-ionizing radiation requirements apply to Class 3B and 4 lasers, and electromagnetic frequencies of 3 kHz to 300 GHz.
Ionizing radiation requirements apply to x-ray emitting devices, all items on Ramstein AB requiring a radioactive permit or classified as a generally licensed device (GLD), and all areas that procure/transport/store such items.
Compliance with the attachments in this publication is mandatory.
Ensure that Unit Radiation or Laser Safety Officers (URSOs or ULSOs) are assigned and adequately trained with annual refresher training for all units that may use, possess, or come in contact with ionizing/non-ionizing radiation. (paragraph 48-139)